October 2024

  • Ambitious plan launched to make Wandsworth London’s most active borough

    Wandsworth Council has set out its vision to help its residents become the most active in London with its 'Wandsworth Moves Together' strategy.

    Published: 09 Oct 24

  • Battersea Park Fireworks is back, with 5,000 half-price tickets available to eligible residents

    • Battersea Park Fireworks is back with a bang on 2 and 3 November. 
    • This year, 5,000 half-price tickets are up for grabs for eligible residents under Wandsworth Council’s Access for All scheme. 
    • Whether you're looking for a sparkling Saturday night or a family-friendly Sunday, this year’s event is guaranteed to light up the sky in unforgettable fashion. 

    Published: 09 Oct 24

  • Council confirms plans for new inclusive primary school building

    The Leader of Wandsworth Council was welcomed to a Battersea primary school as the council confirmed its commitment to building a new purpose-built school nearby.

    Published: 07 Oct 24

  • Private rented property licensing consultation closing soon

    • Wandsworth Council is seeking views on proposals to introduce two new property licensing schemes.
    • The schemes are known as additional houses in multiple occupation (HMO) licensing and selective licensing. 
    • The aim of these schemes is to drive up property standards, clamp down on rogue landlords and deliver a fairer borough for all.  

    Published: 04 Oct 24

  • New Family Hub opens in Roehampton

    • The Roehampton Family Hub is now open.
    • It will help children and families get a better start, and improve their future, by providing easy access to services at times that meet their needs.
    • The Family Hub is one of the first major improvements promised as part of the Alton Renewal Plan.

    Published: 04 Oct 24

  • Quit smoking this Stoptober with free drop-in sessions near you

    • Stopping smoking for 28 days this Stoptober makes you five times more likely to quit for good.
    • 2.5 million people have already used Stoptober to quit smoking.
    • Wandsworth Council is inviting residents to commit to a healthier smoke-free future.

    Published: 04 Oct 24

  • Wandsworth celebrates a successful Sustainable September

    • Wandsworth's Sustainable September has come to a close, wrapping up the borough’s first ever month-long celebration of local sustainability initiatives.
    • Wandsworth Council worked with local community groups and organisations to deliver an exciting programme of over 60 inspiring events, many funded through the Council's Climate Microgrants scheme.
    • Highlights included Car Free Day on 22 September, welcoming the highest number of street parties in London.

    Published: 04 Oct 24

  • Join a meeting to discuss safer neighbourhoods

    The next Wandsworth Safer Neighbourhood Board on October 8th will be open to the public. 

    Published: 03 Oct 24

  • Inclusive ballet school in spotlight for Black History 365

    Pointe Black ballet school is set to celebrate the Windrush generation in an inclusive showcase developed for Wandsworth Council’s Black History 365 programme.

    Published: 02 Oct 24

  • Helping young people with disabilities to live independently

    It is important that new homes are built to fit the needs of residents. We have already finished work at two Supported Housing developments in Putney Vale and Tooting and have two more in the pipeline.

    Published: 02 Oct 24