November 2024

Wandsworth residents urged to prepare for Universal Credit Migration

Residents claiming benefits and tax credits should look out for a Migration Notice about the move to Universal Credit. 

Published: 29 Nov 24

How you can get involved this World Aids Day

World AIDS Day (WAD) is marked annually on 1 December, for people all over the world to come together to celebrate the achievements made in the fight against HIV and AIDS, to stand in solidarity with those living with HIV and commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness. 

Published: 29 Nov 24

Wandsworth Winter Support worth up to £300 being paid directly to low-income pensioners

We are providing extra support for low-income pensioners in the borough worth up to £300 this winter.

Published: 28 Nov 24

Restored iconic bull sculpture unveiled by Roehampton community

Local children and residents in the Alton helped unveil a Grade II* listed Bull sculpture after a restoration project gave it a new lease of life.

Published: 28 Nov 24

Have your say on proposed changes to second home and empty property council tax rates

We are asking residents to let us know their views on proposed changes to upcoming long-term empty and second home council tax rates, which will be increased and introduced from 1 April 2025.

Published: 28 Nov 24

Wandsworth Council Backs Free Breakfast Club Rollout

Wandsworth Council is proud to support the government’s landmark rollout of free breakfast clubs, as part of our ongoing mission to ensure every child in our community starts the day ready to learn and thrive.

Published: 28 Nov 24

Wandsworth wins Gold and Silver at the London Design Awards

Totterdown Street in Tooting Broadway, and Waterman’s Green in Putney have been awarded gold and silver awards respectively in two categories at the London Design Awards 2024. The London Design Awards is an international competition that recognises exceptional designs and outstanding creative projects worldwide. This year there were over 2,500 submissions from more than 30 countries.

Published: 27 Nov 24

Wandsworth Students Lead the Way at Mock COP29 Climate Summit

Students from local schools stepped into the roles of global leaders at a dynamic youth climate summit hosted by Wandsworth Council and InterClimate Network (ICN) on 22 November 2024, coinciding with the conclusion of the COP29 climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Published: 27 Nov 24

Beatrix Potter School and Newfoundland’s Shared History

On 19 November, Beatrix Potter School welcomed two Canadian dignitaries, Her Honour Joan Marie Aylward, Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador, and His Honour Carl Thompson, for a heartfelt commemoration of the unique relationship between the school and Newfoundland.

Published: 25 Nov 24

Delivering much-needed council homes

Yesterday (20 November), Wandsworth Council’s Planning Applications Committee approved three council-led developments as part of the Homes for Wandsworth programme.

Published: 21 Nov 24

Stay safe as temperatures drop

The Met Office has issued a warning about an early winter cold spell. Here is some advice on how to stay safe as the temperature begins to drop.

Published: 20 Nov 24

Wandsworth approves plans for 50% affordable housing

Wandsworth councillors agree to amend the Local Plan.

Published: 20 Nov 24

Supporting local and sustainable jobs

A new six-year contract to manage Wandsworth’s parks and open spaces has been agreed, promising significant benefits for both residents and the environment. The contract, set to begin on 24 February 2025, prioritises high-quality maintenance while improving sustainability and employee welfare.

Published: 19 Nov 24

Council leader addresses concerns about housing and youth provision at latest community drop-in

The Leader of Wandsworth Council, Simon Hogg addressed local concerns at the Lavender, Queenstown and Shaftesbury community drop-in today (Saturday 16 November).

Published: 16 Nov 24

Road Safety and Engineering Team walk blind through Wandsworth

Members of Wandsworth Council’s Road Safety and Engineering Team navigated the streets of Wandsworth wearing spectacles (sim specs) that simulate various sight conditions.

Published: 15 Nov 24

Bringing communities together for Interfaith Week

This Interfaith Week people across Wandsworth came together to learn more about the people who share their borough.

Published: 15 Nov 24

More support for Wandsworth’s older residents

Council Leader Simon Hogg spoke at the Wandsworth Older People’s Forum Conference, laying out Wandsworth as the best place in London for older people to live. This focused on the biggest and most generous Cost of Living support in London and our status as a leader in Adult Social Care.

Published: 15 Nov 24

Festive events in local town centres

Look out for a Christmas event near you, with events planned across the borough’s town centres.

Published: 14 Nov 24

Wandsworth honoured in ‘Good Parks’ report

Wandsworth’s parks received special recognition for remarkable improvement in the annual report released by Parks for London. Our parks reached eighth place this year, soaring 13 spots since the last report.

Published: 13 Nov 24

Help choose the winning design for Falcon Road bridge

Wandsworth Council and London Festival of Architecture are running a design competition to improve the route underneath Falcon Road rail bridge, in Clapham Junction town centre.

Published: 13 Nov 24

Second update: Putney Bridge safety improvements

Good progress continues to be made on the Putney Bridge project to improve safety and accessibility on and around the bridge. The council’s team remains on track to complete all works by mid-December. Recent milestones have brought significant improvements for local traffic and public transport.

Published: 12 Nov 24

50% Affordable Housing: New plan for a fairer borough

Wandsworth Council are looking to set new, higher standards for future developments, in response to the shortage of genuinely affordable homes in the borough.

Published: 12 Nov 24

Wandsworth Council wins Supportive Social Work Employer Award

Wandsworth Council has been named Supportive Social Work Employer of the year after winning the prestigious award at the Social Worker of the Year Awards 2024 which took place on 8 November.

Published: 11 Nov 24

Celebrating our green fingered residents – Wandsworth Gardening Competition winners announced

We have been pleased to welcome the winners of the Wandsworth Gardening Competition for council tenants and leaseholders this week (Thursday 7 November).

Published: 08 Nov 24

"Completely unacceptable" works on Wandsworth High Street

The Leader of Wandsworth Council has written an open letter to Thames Water, to express his frustration at the ongoing emergency works on Wandsworth High Street.

Published: 08 Nov 24

Services of Remembrance to honour nation’s war dead

Services of Remembrance will be held in the borough to honour the memory of men and women who have given their lives in the service of their country.

Published: 07 Nov 24

French Ambassador honours Shaftesbury Park Primary School for exceptional French language provision

The French Ambassador to the UK, Her Excellency Madame Hélène Duchêne, visited Shaftesbury Park Primary School this week to renew the school’s prestigious LabelFrancÉducation accreditation, marking the school’s decade of excellence in French education.

Published: 07 Nov 24

Wandsworth Civic Awards 2024 winners announced 

Wandsworth’s local heroes have been recognised for their contributions to their local community and the borough as a whole.

Published: 06 Nov 24

Check if you qualify for cheaper water bills

Lower income households across Wandsworth can benefit from cheaper water bills - with discounts worth up to 50% in some cases. 

Wandsworth Council is raising awareness of the discounts on offer as part of our commitment to support families facing rising household bills in the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

Published: 05 Nov 24

Call for employers to pay a living wage

This Living Wage Week Wandsworth employers urged to take ‘A Stop Beyond’ and pay the London Living Wage. Council already pays London Living Wage to contracted staff as part of its work to make the borough fairer.

Published: 04 Nov 24

Residents offered free grit to use if cold snap arrives

Wandsworth residents are once again being offered free bags of grit and rock salt as part of the town hall’s annual winter initiative to tackle snow and ice.

Published: 04 Nov 24

Black History Month may be over but celebrations continue all year

Black History Month may be over, but celebrations will continue beyond October in Wandsworth as part of the council’s year-round Black History 365 programme.

Published: 01 Nov 24

Wandsworth Winter Support worth up to £300 announced for eligible pensioners

Wandsworth Council is proposing extra support for low-income pensioners in the borough worth up to £300 this winter.

Published: 01 Nov 24