September 2025

• Almost 5,000 children already benefitting from Dolly Parton’s free book gifting programme

  Over 4,800 children have already been registered for Dolly Parton’s free book gifting programme, the quickest any council in the UK has ever reached this number, just two months since the initiative first launched in Wandsworth.

  Published: 26 Sep 25

• Black history and culture celebrated in Wandsworth 

  October is Black History Month, and events will be held in Wandsworth as part of the council’s year-round celebration, Black History 365.

  Published: 25 Sep 25

• Come to the Brighter Living Fair this October 

  Find out about free events being held as part of the month-long Brighter Living Fair. 

  Published: 24 Sep 25

• Schools invite local leaders to see the impact of expanded free school meals

  This month, Council leaders and MPs are visiting Wandsworth schools to see the impact of the council’s expansion of free school meals.

  Published: 23 Sep 25

• Get personalised money advice and support at free drop-in event

  Wandsworth residents are invited to a drop-in event in Furzedown on 2 October to get free face-to-face advice and support.  

  Published: 23 Sep 25

• Leader intervenes on Roehampton Urgent Care Hub closure to keep care close to the community 

  The Leader of Wandsworth Council has intervened on behalf of local people to urge that services at Queen Mary’s Hospital, Roehampton are not cut.   

  Published: 23 Sep 25

• Wandsworth Cabinet sets out programme of sound investment in the borough

  Wandsworth Council’s Cabinet met this week to discuss the flagship Access for All policy and the programme of sound, ambitious investment.

  Published: 23 Sep 25

• Access for All scheme celebrates major milestones in creating a fairer borough

  Wandsworth’s ambitious Access for All scheme, which works to make life more affordable and inclusive for residents, is already improving thousands of people’s lives less than six months since it was expanded to include more offers and a simpler sign-up process.

  Published: 23 Sep 25

• Wandsworth Council marks World Alzheimer’s Month with support for residents living with dementia

  September is World Alzheimer’s Month, a global campaign to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and increase understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and all forms of dementia.

  Published: 23 Sep 25

• Winners of the Wandsworth in Bloom 2025 Awards announced

  Wandsworth’s finest gardeners were celebrated at the Wandsworth in Bloom Awards ceremony in Battersea Park last night.

  Published: 18 Sep 25

• Wandsworth Council’s Battersea Park Fireworks is back with a bang - with 5,000 half-price tickets available for eligible residents

  Battersea Park Fireworks returns to light up the sky on 1 and 2 November, and for the second year in a row, 5,000 half-price tickets are available for eligible residents as part of our Access for All scheme.  

  Published: 18 Sep 25

• Borough of Sanctuary fund now open 

  Applications are open for the next round of grants from the Wandsworth Borough of Sanctuary Fund. 

  Published: 18 Sep 25

• Try something new this National Fitness Day in Wandsworth

  Wandsworth residents are invited to celebrate this year’s National Fitness Day by moving more and making the most of a packed programme of free activities at leisure centres and other venues across the borough this September.

  Published: 17 Sep 25

• Local performers parade through the streets of Roehampton as part of Urban Flow

  The streets of Roehampton came to life on Saturday 13 September in a colourful parade featuring local participants and hand-painted silk flags with Urban Flow, a major community event supported by Wandsworth Council as part of its year as London Borough of Culture 2025.

  Published: 16 Sep 25

• Wandsworth’s annual Residents’ Conference returns for its fourth year

  This October, we will be hosting our fourth annual Residents’ Conference which promises to be our biggest and best conference yet. 

  Published: 15 Sep 25

• Wandsworth Moves Together Grant to boost sport and physical activity

  A funding initiative aimed at increasing access to sport and physical activity across Wandsworth launched today.

  Published: 15 Sep 25

• Council Leader attends community drop-in event in Battersea Park and St Mary’s

  Part of the council’s commitment to listening to residents and acting on things that mean the most to them.

  Published: 13 Sep 25

• New mobile CCTV vans launched to strengthen community safety

  Wandsworth’s CCTV monitoring capabilities received a huge boost today as the council unveiled three new mobile CCTV vans. 

  Published: 12 Sep 25

• Support for residents affected by the Maysoule Road Fire

  In response to generous requests to make donations to support the residents affected by the Maysoule Road Fire, we are pleased to share a way for those who wish to make a donation to help residents directly impacted by the fire.

  Published: 12 Sep 25

• A century of stories: Battersea Reference Library celebrates 100 years

  One of Wandsworth’s most treasured cultural landmarks, Battersea Reference Library, marks a major milestone as it celebrates its 100th birthday today. 

  Published: 12 Sep 25

• Sarawak Malaysian Deputy Minister visits Wandsworth to learn about Family Hubs

  The Roehampton Family Hub today welcomed a Malaysian delegation seeking to learn more about how Family Hubs support children and families, with Wandsworth Council as an example of best practice. This was led by the Honourable Datuk Hajah Rosey binti Haji Yunus, Malaysia’s Deputy Minister for Women and Early Childhood Development.

  Published: 11 Sep 25

• Update on Maysoule Road fire

  The safety and security of residents who have had to leave their homes is our top priority.

  Published: 11 Sep 25

• Wandsworth Sustainability Network fosters climate collaboration

  Climate initiatives, biodiversity and collaboration across the borough were discussed at the latest Wandsworth Sustainability Network event.

  Published: 11 Sep 25

• New extended library hours now in place at Battersea Park and York Gardens

  As part of our ambitious Libraries First! strategy, permanent extended opening hours have now been introduced at Battersea Park Library and York Gardens Library.

  Published: 10 Sep 25

• Shortlist announced for Wandsworth Civic Awards 

  A shortlist has been drawn up of local people you have told us deserve a Wandsworth Civic Award.  

  Published: 09 Sep 25

• Winstanley Neighbourhood Regeneration Plan launched with Battersea community

  We have published our plan for the Winstanley Neighbourhood Regeneration Plan, setting out a ten-year programme of investment shaped by the local priorities that we have heard from residents and community organisations.

  Published: 08 Sep 25

• Transforming Tooting Triangle: Have your say on our plans for this Tooting green space

  You are invited to help shape the future of Tooting Triangle through our new online engagement hub, launched today.

  Published: 08 Sep 25

• 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.

  Published: 06 Sep 25

• Welcome to Wandsworth autumn programme launched with Year For Everyone film in Piccadilly Circus

  After a fantastic summer of culture, Wandsworth looks ahead to upcoming highlights in its year as the Mayor of London's Borough of Culture.

  Published: 04 Sep 25

• Extension of holiday programme welcomed with Wandsworth’s approach showcased to Government

  The Government’s announcement that the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme will be extended for another three years has been welcomed by Wandsworth Council, securing ongoing support for thousands of children and young people.

  Published: 04 Sep 25

• Air quality continues to improve in Wandsworth

  Air quality is continuing to improve across the borough, with latest data showing pollution levels down on last year.

  Published: 04 Sep 25

• Wandsworth launches new sexual health strategy putting prevention first

  Today (4 September) is World Sexual Health Day which raises awareness about the importance of sexual health. Wandsworth Council, announces the launch of a new five-year strategy focused on improving sexual and reproductive health across all age groups in Wandsworth. 

  Published: 04 Sep 25

• ‘Good’ rating for Wandsworth Council’s Adult Social Care 

  Wandsworth Council has been recognised for delivering a good standard of adult social care services.

  Published: 03 Sep 25

• Iconic Battersea Park artworks conserved for future generations  

  Three Standing Figures by Henry Moore and the Grade 2* listed 24th Division War Memorial have been cleaned in order to preserve them for generations to come. 

  Published: 01 Sep 25

• New school year brings extra support for students and families

  As the new school year begins, many children, young people and families will receive more support than ever to aid their learning journeys.

  Published: 01 Sep 25

• New scheme will tackle dangerously parked e-bikes and e-scooters

  Starting today, a new scheme will see enforcement officers remove and impound e-bikes and e-scooters dangerously obstructing pavements or roads, at the operator’s expense, helping ensure safer, more accessible routes for pedestrians. 

  Published: 01 Sep 25