July 2020

• Flytippers caught on camera

  No one likes a fly-tipper, which is why Wandsworth Council has released Episode Three of its CCTV appeal to catch litter louts in the act.

  Published: 31 Jul 20

• Boards bring back prefab memories 

  Wandsworth’s past is being remembered in King George’s Park.  

  Published: 31 Jul 20

• Electric vehicle boost with more charging sockets in Putney and Battersea

  Work is now underway installing another 167 new electric vehicle charging sockets across the borough, including in every suitable lampost in two zones in Putney and Battersea.

  Published: 31 Jul 20

• Sports pitches reopen for bookings this weekend

  In line with the latest Government’s guidance, local sports clubs and groups can now book sports pitches in the borough.

  Published: 31 Jul 20

• £15m investment in school expansions means more options for parents

  Parents looking to send their children to a Wandsworth secondary school will soon have more options and wider choices with two more secondaries set to be expanded to meet growing parental demand.

  Published: 30 Jul 20

• Cycle training starts again 

  Cycle training courses for adults and children are starting again following the lockdown.   

  Published: 30 Jul 20

• Pop-up Coronavirus test centre on Friday and Saturday

  People who think they may have contracted Coronavirus can get tested at a temporary testing centre at a location in the borough on Friday and Saturday (July 31/August 1).

  Published: 29 Jul 20

• PM thanks Wandsworth teacher 

  The headteacher of a Wandsworth school has received a personal thank you message from the Prime Minister 

  Published: 29 Jul 20

• Wandsworth’s network of local neighbourhood libraries to reopen

  As the nation continues to emerge from the Coronavirus lockdown and life slowly begins to return to normality, more local branch libraries in Wandsworth will start to reopen their doors from next week.

  Published: 29 Jul 20

• Love your parks this summer

  Wandsworth Council is launching its annual summer campaign this weekend, Love Parks, under the umbrella of Keep Britain Tidy’s movement.

  Published: 29 Jul 20

• Council tells local businesses ‘we will use all our powers to help’

  Wandsworth Council’s new cabinet member for Economic Development, Skills and Employment has pledged to work with local businesses to understand what they need to help them towards recovery.

  Published: 29 Jul 20

• Dogs can again be exercised without leads in parks and open spaces

  The rules on dogs needing to be kept on leads in parks and open spaces will be relaxed in time for this weekend.

  Published: 28 Jul 20

• Council launches ‘Summer Unlocked 2020’ Programme

  The council, working together with young people, has launched an innovative, action-packed summer programme. 

  Published: 28 Jul 20

• Past and future - Wandsworth Town Centre

  As the borough recovers from the Coronavirus pandemic, Wandsworth Council, through its Smart Growth plan, is seizing the opportunity to make profound changes that will make it a greener, better place to live. In a series of articles, we will look at the past and future of our borough.  

  Published: 27 Jul 20

• Wandsworth Council Launches Creative Youth4Climate Competition

  Young creatives in Wandsworth could get their work showcased on 72 poster sites around the borough, with the launch of the council’s ‘Youth4Climate’ competition today. 

  Published: 27 Jul 20

• Council grants for community groups

  Council grants have been given to a wide range of voluntary organisations and charities helping local communities.

  Published: 27 Jul 20

• Art kits help children stay creative

  Another 1,750 kits to help children be creative at home were distributed at the start of July as part of a partnership between the council and Wandsworth’s creative organisations.

  Published: 24 Jul 20

• Policing update from Sally Benatar

  The South West Borough Commander for the Metropolitan Police has written the following message to the public. 

  Published: 24 Jul 20

• Revised plans for Tooting Commons low traffic neighbourhood pilot scheme

  Residents in an area of Tooting Bec will soon be consulted on revised plans for a low traffic neighbourhood (LTN) in a bid to reduce the level of disruption they face from through traffic while making their streets quieter and safer.

  Published: 24 Jul 20

• Confirm your right to vote 

  Wandsworth households are being contacted to check that the information held about them on the electoral register is correct. 

  Published: 23 Jul 20

• Pop-up Coronavirus test centre in Wandsworth Sunday

  People who think they may have contracted Coronavirus can get tested at a special temporary testing centre run by the army in Wandsworth on Sunday July 26.

  Published: 23 Jul 20

• EU nationals – secure your status

  European nationals are urged to take action to secure their right to live, work, study and receive benefits and services after Brexit.

  Published: 23 Jul 20

• Crackdown on flytippers and litter louts

  No one likes a fly-tipper, which is why Wandsworth Council is running a CCTV appeal to catch litter louts in the act.

  Published: 23 Jul 20

• Now bars and restaurants in Balham’s Bedford Hill can go al-fresco

  Following on from the successful pedestrianisations of Old York Road and Northcote Road – to aid social distancing, encourage walking and cycling and support local hospitality businesses – the council is to unveil a third such scheme in Balham’s Bedford Hill.

  Published: 23 Jul 20

• Don’t miss your chance to have your say on new Wandsworth political map

  If you wish to comment on proposed changes to Wandsworth’s ward boundaries, you must do so by next Monday (July 27)

  Published: 22 Jul 20

• Become a tree warden and help keep your street green and leafy

  With London continuing to enjoy warm weather and little rainfall, councillors are praising the efforts of a team of local volunteers who are helping to look after the borough’s street trees.

  Published: 21 Jul 20

• End of Lockdown Term - Thanking our Incredible Schools

  Wandsworth schools are having their last day of term today before they break for summer holidays and reflect on what is likely to be one of the most unusual terms of their school careers.

  Published: 21 Jul 20

• Free webinars to help keep your business COVID-safe

  Do you run a spa, office, performing arts venue or gym?

  Published: 21 Jul 20

• Views sought on pilot scheme to tackle rat run traffic in Putney

  The council wants to hear the views of local people on the merits of a pilot scheme designed to deter rat run motorists from accessing a quiet residential road in Putney that’s also home to a large school catering to pupils as young as four-years-old.

  Published: 21 Jul 20

• Tooting primary scores double success in national awards for its work supporting families of children with special needs and disabilities

  Teachers, pupils and parents at Penwortham School in Tooting are celebrating after winning their third prestigious national award in as many months.

  Published: 21 Jul 20

• Wandsworth Council Housing for All programme set to deliver 71 homes with Shuttleworth Road reaching key milestone

  Wandsworth Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing Cllr Kim Caddy checked on housing development progress today as part of the Housing for All programme to deliver 1,000 council-built homes for residents and local workers.

   

  Published: 20 Jul 20

• Wandsworth Council leader thanks librarians for lockdown support 

  With town centre libraries now reopened under Covid-secure arrangements, the Leader of Wandsworth Council has thanked Wandsworth’s librarians for supporting borough residents during the lockdown. 

  Published: 17 Jul 20

• Cllr Cooper to serve second term as Mayor

  Cllr Jane Cooper will continue as Wandsworth’s Mayor for a second year.

  Published: 17 Jul 20

• Commuters can get quickly and safely into town by River Bus

  Wandsworth residents returning to work as the Coronavirus lockdown eases are being reminded they have another choice of fast and convenient public transport that can whisk them safely and conveniently into central London and the city.

  Published: 17 Jul 20

• Multi-million pound Wandsworth Bridge revamp begins on Monday

  The travelling public are being reminded that the start of a major refurbishment project at Wandsworth Bridge will commence on Monday (July 20).

  Published: 17 Jul 20

• Policing update from Sally Benatar

  The South West Borough Commander for the Metropolitan Police has written the following message to the public. 

  Published: 17 Jul 20

• Tooting residents can enjoy another green space with play equipment this summer

  Residents in Tooting are being reminded they have another local green open space they can enjoy this summer.

  Published: 16 Jul 20

• Parks police investigating spate of graffiti attacks

  The council’s parks police team are investigating a rash of graffiti vandalism on buildings and structures close to Wandsworth Common and examining CCTV footage of the culprits.

  Published: 16 Jul 20

• High Court order confirms outdoor parties and gatherings on Edgecombe Hall estate are prohibited

  The High Court has approved the council’s application for an injunction prohibiting anti-social activities on the Edgecombe Hall estate in Wandsworth.

  Published: 16 Jul 20

• Take note of important changes to ‘shielding’ guidance

  Vulnerable residents are reminded to take note of changes to the Government’s COVID-19 guidance around ‘shielding’.

  Published: 16 Jul 20

• More places at popular schools thanks to £15m investment in local education

  Some of the borough’s most popular schools are being expanded so they can admit more pupils as part of a £15m-plus investment on providing more classroom places in Wandsworth.

  Published: 15 Jul 20

• Council leader unveils new cabinet team

  A new line up of Wandsworth Council’s cabinet is set to be confirmed by council leader Ravi Govindia at tonight’s (Wednesday) annual council meeting.

  Published: 15 Jul 20

• Housing for All programme delivers another 22 homes with Stag House development completion

  Wandsworth Council leader Cllr Ravi Govindia opened a new housing development today as part of the Housing for All programme to deliver 1,000 homes for residents and local workers.

  Published: 14 Jul 20

• Council asks Mayor for urgent clarification on road scheme funding

  Wandsworth Council has written to the Mayor of London asking him to release a £2m funding pot for a number of key road projects.

  Published: 13 Jul 20

• Prestigious award for grant recipient

  The South West London Law Centre, which received a Covid-19 Response Fund grant from Wandsworth Council, has won the coveted Legal Aid Firm of the Year Award 2020.

  Published: 13 Jul 20

• Council tax digital reminder service to commence

  A new digital message reminder service is to be launched in Wandsworth next week which will help people stay on top of their council tax payments.

  Published: 10 Jul 20

• Grants still available as council pays out £54.5m to local business

  Financial help is still available for some small businesses in Wandsworth as they adjust to welcoming customers back after lockdown.

  Published: 10 Jul 20

• Closing Northcote Road to traffic will help local businesses

  Businesses in Northcote Road are to get a welcome weekend boost with a road closure designed to allow plenty of space for outside tables and chairs and safe distancing.

  Published: 10 Jul 20

• Arrival of green planters marks another milestone in revamp of Putney High Street

  Another milestone has been reached in the major revamp of Putney High Street with the arrival of attractive new planters and seating offering people a green oasis in the heart of the town centre.

  Published: 10 Jul 20

• Policing update from Sally Benatar

  The South West Borough Commander for the Metropolitan Police has written the following message to the public. 

   

  Published: 10 Jul 20

• Mayor boxes clever with £12,000 charity donation

  The Mayor of Wandsworth has handed over a cheque for £12000 to Karen and Nathan Horsford, who run the Putney and Roehampton Boxing Club.

  Published: 09 Jul 20

• Pop-up Coronavirus test centre in Wandsworth this weekend

  People who think they may have contracted Coronavirus can get tested at a special temporary testing centre run by the army in Wandsworth on July 11 and 12.

  Published: 09 Jul 20

• Multi-million pound Wandsworth Bridge refurbishment to get underway

  The travelling public are being advised that the start of a major refurbishment project at Wandsworth Bridge is now less than a fortnight away.

  Published: 09 Jul 20

• Kick-start your career in Local Government with Graduate Training Programme

  Future public sectors stars can apply now to the Richmond and Wandsworth councils’ Graduate Development Programme.

  Published: 08 Jul 20

• Council unveils plans for two strategic cycle corridors

  The council has unveiled plans to introduce strategic cycle corridors on two major roads in the borough to make cycling safer and encourage more people to take to two wheeled travel.

  Published: 08 Jul 20

• Next wave of ‘School Streets’ unveiled

  Details have been announced of the local primary schools that are next in line to be included in the borough’s ‘School Streets’ programme.

  Published: 07 Jul 20

• More safety measures on busy pedestrian route to Southfields primary school

  Additional road safety measures are being introduced on a busy pedestrian route used by pupils at a Southfields primary school.

  Published: 03 Jul 20

• Policing update from Sally Benatar

  The South West Borough Commander for the Metropolitan Police has written the following message to the public. 

  Published: 03 Jul 20

• Crackdown on fly-tippers and litter louts

  No one likes a fly-tipper, which is why Wandsworth Council is restarting its CCTV appeal to catch litter louts in the act.

  Published: 03 Jul 20

• Tell us what you need: new survey opens for business

  The effects of the coronavirus pandemic are being felt by businesses of all shapes and sizes so Wandsworth Council has launched a survey to listen to the local business community and hear about the challenges they may be facing.

  Published: 03 Jul 20

• Climate change strategy accelerates ahead

  Last night (July 2) the council gave an update on Wandsworth’s Environment and Sustainability Strategy at the Finance and Corporate Resources Overview and Scrutiny Committee (FCROSC)  - this meeting coincides with London Climate Action Week, creating a good opportunity for the council to continue the conversation around climate change.

  Published: 03 Jul 20

• Work underway on £300k improvement scheme for Battersea pocket park and playground

  Work has now begun to deliver more than £300,000 worth of improvements at a local neighbourhood ‘pocket park’ and its children’s playground.

  Published: 03 Jul 20

• Council secures al-fresco green light for Northcote Road’s pubs, bars and restaurants

  The council’s efforts to secure additional trading space for Northcote Road’s pubs, bars and restaurants so they can operate safely has proved successful with highways bosses at Transport for London agreeing that the road can be closed to traffic from next weekend.

  Published: 03 Jul 20

• Wandsworth Council Customer Services Centre to open for appointments only

  The Customer Services Centre at Wandsworth Town Hall will be partially reopening next week on an appointment basis only. This follows a public closure during lockdown.

  Published: 02 Jul 20

• Bike hangars will soon be installed in 21 streets

  Bike hangars are to be installed in 21 streets across the borough in the coming months.

  Published: 02 Jul 20

• Learn the World with Earth Cubs

  Children aged from three to seven can learn all about the world and sustainability from a new educational platform.

  Published: 02 Jul 20

• Playgrounds to reopen but parents and children need to follow the rules

  In line with fresh Government guidance, playgrounds in the borough will be reopening this weekend, but parents and children will need to carefully observe updated guidelines designed to keep them and others safe.

  Published: 02 Jul 20

• Climate Change Meets Smart Growth

  The next steps in Wandsworth Council’s action against climate change will be discussed tomorrow night (July 2).

  Published: 01 Jul 20

• Share your experiences of health and care during Coronavirus

  Healthwatch Wandsworth wants to know you have been affected by changes to health and social care during the Coronavirus pandemic

  Published: 01 Jul 20

• Wandsworth libraries reopening from July 6

  Five town centre libraries will reopen to the public from Monday (July 6)

  Published: 01 Jul 20

• Reminder that normal parking rules resume on Saturday

  Vehicle owners in Wandsworth are being reminded that normal parking rules will come back into force on Saturday.

  Published: 01 Jul 20

• Councillors bring children's favourites to life

  Councillors can wear many different hats in their job, but children’s storybook reader usually isn’t one of them. However, lockdown has encouraged us all to get a little creative and Wandsworth councillors have been making videos of themselves reading children’s books from acclaimed children’s author Julia Donaldson, to help keep young children entertained during the summer. 

  Published: 01 Jul 20

• Thousands tune in to Wandsworth Arts Fringe in your Living Room

  Wandsworth Council has released its key figures for May’s Wandsworth Arts Fringe (WAF), which this year took the form of a digital festival as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

  Published: 01 Jul 20

• Feasibility study into restoring historic Battersea waterfall

  One of Battersea Park’s most popular and historic water features could be brought back to life following a detailed study.

  Published: 01 Jul 20