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• Brighter route under Balham rail bridge after lights upgrade

  Residents and shoppers in Balham High Road are now benefiting from a lighter, brighter and safer route under the rail bridge, thanks to the council's bridge renewal programme.

• Balham rail bridge gets a refresh in time for Christmas

  Rail bridges across Wandsworth are getting a make-over in the latest programme of improvement works the council is delivering for local neighbourhoods.

• Neighbourhood Wardens, jet washing, and a refurbished library are all results of the Balham Forum 

  We’ve started delivering improvements in direct response to your feedback about what you love about Balham and what could be even better. 

• Listening to Balham, Trinity and South Balham

  Residents from Balham shared their views with Council Leader Simon Hogg at the latest community drop-in event today (Saturday 21 February)

• 7 day graffiti clean up pledge

  Deputy Council Leader Kemi Akinola went to Balham to help the clean-up crew remove unsightly graffiti from the shutters of a charity shop.

• Revamped Balham railway bridge transformed into colourful local landmark

  One of Balham High Road’s most prominent features has been given a new lease of life that’s sure to delight local residents, business and visitors to the town centre.

• Balham Brunch – residents have their say on local issues

  Balham residents came together in a show of community spirit on Saturday 22 November for the first Balham Forum event, which welcomed local people, council representatives and community groups for an open conversation about the future of the neighbourhood.

• Balham Forum - share your thoughts on the Balham Boards 

  We want to hear what you love about Balham and what could be even better.  

•  Don’t miss your chance to shape the first draft Night Time Strategy 

  Anyone who wants to help shape the first draft of a new Night Time Strategy for Wandsworth must do so by February 19. 

• Colour and lights improve bridges from Balham to Battersea

  Residents across Wandsworth will spot the latest progress as the council continues to improve rail bridges and underpasses to create cleaner, brighter and safer routes.

• Balham Forum - shape your community

  We’ve set up the Balham Forum to find out what Balham means to you and what you are proud of, as well as hear your suggestions for what could be improved.

• Work begins on refurbishing Balham Children’s Library

  Transformation of Balham Library’s children and teen areas has begun, marking another major investment in Wandsworth’s libraries.

• Balham Neighbourhood Wardens start work to tackle anti-social behaviour 

  The new Balham Neighbourhood Wardens have started their first patrol. You will now see them on the streets of Balham helping to make our streets safer and cleaner. 

• Balham Library’s dementia-friendly café celebrates its second anniversary

  Members of the Forget-Me-Not group in Balham Library celebrated two years of dementia-friendly support in the community.

• Balham Neighbourhood Wardens to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour

  Proposals are being put before Cabinet to implement a Balham Neighbourhood Wardens scheme to help tackle anti-social behaviour and keep our streets even safer.

• Action plan to improve road safety for children attending schools in Balham

  The council has unveiled a series of measures to improve road safety for residents and children who attend two schools in Balham.

• Consultation on plans to improve road safety for children attending two Balham schools

  Residents in Balham are being asked for their views on plans to improve road safety for local people and children who attend two of the area’s schools.

• Balham residents discuss local improvements with Wandsworth Council leader

  Residents in the Balham area of Wandsworth today took the opportunity to speak directly with Simon Hogg, Leader of Wandsworth Council, at the latest community drop-in event around the borough (Saturday 12 July).

• Listening to residents: Leader attends community drop-in event in Tooting Bec and South Balham wards

  Residents from Tooting Bec and South Balham came together this weekend to speak directly with Simon Hogg, Leader of Wandsworth Council, at the latest community drop-in session held at Ravenstone Primary School.

• Restored and brightly lit ‘Roberts for Ekcovision’ neon sign shines light on a piece of Balham history

  An iconic Balham landmark that shines a light on the history of the town centre has been brought back to life following a successful crowdfunding campaign with additional support from Wandsworth Council.

• Balham restaurant exploiting its staff loses licence after Home Office raid

  A Balham restaurant has lost its late night licence after a court heard its owner was unlawfully employing migrant workers amid claims he was exploiting them by paying sub-standard wages.

• Action to improve road safety for children at two Balham schools

  Chestnut Grove to be made safer for children travelling to school.  Public consultation highlighted action needed.  Road safety changes include zebra crossings. 

• Consultation launched into extending bus service from Balham to the Springfield Hospital site

  Bus chiefs plan extension to route 315 Plans welcomed by Wandsworth’s cabinet member Part of TfL’s plans for ULEZ expansion

• Registration now open for free swimming and gym memberships for residents receiving Universal Credit and free school meals

  Free memberships are available from Monday 24 July and can be registered in advance.  Residents eligible include those receiving Universal Credit and children on free school meals.  Enhances the council’s package of support during the cost of living crisis.