May 2024
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Free vapes to support adult smokers
- Come and have a chat with local health professionals about support available to help you quit smoking for good.
- Find out about the borough’s NEW Swap to Stop Scheme, which supports adult smokers who want to quit, to swap cigarettes for a free vape kit and behavioural support.
- Speak to a local pharmacist about general healthy lifestyle tips.
Published: 17 May 24
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More than a thousand attend Work Match jobs fair
More than a thousand people went to the Employ Wandsworth Jobs Fair today to meet employers and learn about local job and training opportunities.
Published: 17 May 24
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Delivering homes for a range of needs in Wandsworth
The recently completed scheme has provided seven one bedroom homes for people with additional needs.
Published: 17 May 24
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The Big Splash - Tooting Bec Lido grand reopening event coming soon
On 29 May, everyone is invited to a FREE family fun day at Tooting Bec Lido to celebrate the largest open air freshwater swimming pool in the UK re-opening to the public.
Published: 17 May 24
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Borough’s CCTV network tackles crime and saves lives
A detective with the Met Police’s Flying Squad has paid tribute to the council’s CCTV monitoring team for their help in the arrest of two prolific burglars.
Published: 16 May 24
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Summer in… returns to Wandsworth’s parks
The popular Summer In… programme of free events returns to Wandsworth parks for its fifth year.
Published: 15 May 24
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Heritage Festival starts this weekend
The Wandsworth Heritage Festival starts on Saturday May 18, but there's still time to find out what's on and book tickets.
Published: 15 May 24
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Children at two more primaries could benefit from School Streets
- Children and parents could soon enjoy safer & healthier journeys to and from school.
- Scheme prevents vehicles travelling past school gates at drop-off & pick-up times.
- School Streets helping deliver cleaner air at school entrances.
Published: 15 May 24
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New look for Tooting’s Totterdown Street includes pedestrianisation, greenery and new street market
A popular street in Tooting which serves an important focal point for the community is to receive a facelift and benefit from pedestrianisation as part of a pilot scheme designed to boost the town centre’s attractiveness and economic fortunes.
Published: 15 May 24
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Delivering our Cleaner Borough Plan
- Food waste caddies are being delivered now in time for when collections start in June.
- This investment is part of our Cleaner Borough Plan to make it easier to do the right thing with your rubbish and recycling.
- We are guaranteeing weekly rubbish and recycling collections as part of the plan.
Published: 13 May 24
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Leading by example on council housing delivery
- Our aim is that all housing developments within Wandsworth will deliver more than 50% affordable housing.
- The Atheldene site on Garratt Lane will now deliver 185 affordable homes.
- A replacement pharmacy, bigger NHS health centre and shops will also be delivered.
Published: 13 May 24
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Employ Wandsworth jobs fair this week
- Employ Wandsworth 2024
- Friday May 17, 10am-3pm
- Free to attend
Published: 10 May 24
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Last few days to comment on traffic free Putney Embankment plan
A public consultation will come to a close next week on plans to permanently pedestrianise a short stretch of Putney Embankment to encourage walking and cycling along the riverside and make it more welcoming for visitors.
Published: 10 May 24
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Community feedback results in new Battersea Thames Pathway safety improvements
Wandsworth Council will soon install new safety measures on the riverside pathway between Wandsworth Bridge and Battersea Park after listening to concerns from local residents.
Published: 10 May 24
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Learn about healthy lifestyle changes to lower your risk of dementia
On Monday (May 13), as part of Dementia Action Week, come along to a town hall information session to learn about small lifestyle changes that help reduce your risk of developing dementia.
Published: 10 May 24
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Statement on damage to Wandsworth Common
We are extremely disappointed by the damage that has been caused by vehicles belonging to Zippos Circus to grassed areas of Wandsworth Common close to Bellevue Road.
Published: 10 May 24
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Free female only fitness group launched in Roehampton
In partnership with Wandsworth Council, AFC Wimbledon Foundation has launched a free female only fitness programme at Roehampton University.
Published: 10 May 24
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Get protected against Measles
Parents and carers are invited to book a place at extended hours MMR vaccination clinics, set up in response to a rise in cases of Measles.
Published: 09 May 24
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Action being taken to improve accident hotspot in Tooting
The council is taking steps to improve road safety at a hazardous junction in Tooting’s Furzedown neighbourhood.
Published: 08 May 24
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Trial initiative aims to cut congestion and improve pedestrian safety in Tooting Bec
The council is about to introduce a temporary pilot scheme designed to reduce congestion, enhance pedestrian safety and improve driver behaviour in Tooting Bec.
Published: 07 May 24
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Book now for Wandsworth Heritage Festival 2024
The Wandsworth Heritage Festival is now just two weeks away.
Published: 03 May 24
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Get ready for WAF 2024
The full line-up has been announced and tickets are now on sale for this year’s Wandsworth Arts Fringe.
Published: 03 May 24
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Families can help choose best design for revamped Wandsworth Park play area
- Three design options for new-look playground.
- More than £240,000 available for new play equipment.
- Council keen to hear views of local people.
Published: 03 May 24
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Council leader Simon Hogg heads cross-party campaign to save children’s cancer care at St George’s
Wandsworth Council Leader Simon Hogg is heading a cross-party campaign that’s battling to save children’s cancer care treatment at Tooting’s St George’s Hospital.
Published: 03 May 24
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Conservative gain in West Putney by-election
The Conservatives have gained a council seat in West Putney following yesterday’s (Thursday’s) local ward by-election.
Published: 01 Jan 01