Lambeth named London's best borough for 2025
Lambeth has been named London's top borough to live in for 2025, praised for its vibrant culture, green spaces, and community. Discover what makes areas like Brixton and Vauxhall so special.
Category : Search result: Wandsworth Borough of Culture
Borough Hall licence review after noise complaints
Greenwich's historic Borough Hall faces a licence review following resident complaints over late-night noise and disruption, pitting community concerns against the venue's economic benefits.
Lambeth named London's best borough for 2025
Lambeth has been named Borough of the Year at the New London Architecture awards for its community projects and youth programmes. Discover why this south London area won.
Prisoner posts TikTok of smuggled Chicken Cottage takeaway
A prisoner at HMP Wandsworth posted a video of a smuggled Chicken Cottage meal on TikTok, triggering a new investigation into security failures at the scandal-hit jail. Read the latest.
London foodie guide: Where to eat, stay and tour
Discover a two-day London itinerary packed with culinary delights, from Borough Market tours to hidden cocktail bars. Our guide reveals where to eat, stay and explore for the ultimate taste of the capital.
London's Best Restaurant 2025: A Bargain Greek Feast
Discover Agora souvla bar in Borough Market, named London's number one restaurant for 2025. Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine and affordable meals under £50 per person.
Wandsworth Council accused of breaking crime pledge
Wandsworth Labour faces accusations of twisting a manifesto promise on law enforcement officers as a political row erupts over crime figures ahead of local elections.
Poor CPR at Wandsworth Prison contributed to death
HMP Wandsworth staff delivered substandard CPR to dying inmate Peter Honnor, 55, with delays in emergency response and inadequate medical care revealed in watchdog report.
81 new council homes planned for South London estate
Wandsworth Council submits plans for 81 new council homes on Roehampton's Lennox Estate. Priority given to overcrowded families and those on the housing waiting list. Read the latest.
Cyber attack disrupts two major London councils
Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster City Council hit by a major cyber attack, disrupting services for 360,000 residents. Emergency plans are now in effect.
Borough Market: London's Historic Food Paradise
Discover Borough Market, London's historic 18th-century food haven. Explore artisan producers, global street food, and must-try spots like The Black Pig. Plan your visit today!
Richmond Council drops legal challenge over funding
Richmond Council withdraws legal action after government revises funding formula, avoiding £45m cuts. Council leader welcomes 'significant improvement' in local authority funding reforms.
Over 200 council homes for Battersea Power Station
Wandsworth Council partners with developers to build 203 council homes at Battersea Power Station, boosting affordable housing to 15%. A major step in tackling London's housing crisis.
Newham Council failed to collect £31m council tax
Newham Council admits taking 'eye off the ball' on tax collection, leaving £31m uncollected since 2018 as it considers 9% tax hike and service cuts.
Neglected £4m Chelsea mansion traps neighbours
A decaying £4 million Victorian mansion in Chelsea, overrun by Japanese knotweed, is causing property values to plummet and leaving residents unable to sell their homes. Discover the full story.
Council rejects call to delay autism school closure
Wandsworth Council has rejected a request to delay the closure of Bradstow School, a residential school for autistic children. The school, facing a £1m deficit, will shut on December 31.
6 new stores open in London for Christmas
Discover the six major new store openings across London this November, from Dunelm in Wandsworth to Popeyes at London Bridge. Get the details on launch dates, locations, and exclusive opening offers.
Dunelm opens new Wandsworth homeware store
Dunelm, the UK's largest homewares retailer, has opened a new two-floor store in Wandsworth's Southside Shopping Centre, creating approximately 24 local jobs and sparking online debate about its former name.
The Story of Fixity: Immersive Jungle Art in London
Explore Noémie Goudal's captivating digital installation The Story of Fixity at Borough Yards. This immersive experience transforms jungle scenes into abstract art through water and pigment. Discover this unique Artangel commission.
Blue Badge parking rules trap woman in flat
A disabled woman in Wandsworth says she feels trapped in her home as her visitors receive parking tickets, preventing her from going out. Her landlord is reviewing the situation.
South London council bans unsafe rental properties
Wandsworth Council is using stricter licensing powers to tackle rogue landlords renting dangerous properties. Over 40 formal notices already issued to protect tenants from fire risks and undersized rooms.
Clapham Junction Station to Get Major Upgrade
One of Europe's busiest stations, Clapham Junction, is set for a huge revamp to combat overcrowding with new entrances and a crossing. Discover the plans shaping South London's future.
UK Prison Crisis: Overcrowding and Underfunding
Revealing the dire state of UK prisons: chronic understaffing, outdated facilities, and the immense pressure on officers. Discover why urgent reform is needed now.
The Problem with Celebrity Book Clubs
As Sarah Jessica Parker joins Booker Prize judging, we examine whether celebrity book clubs genuinely promote reading or simply offer style over substance.
Pub Quiz Cheating Scandal Sparks Confession Call
A pub landlord's social media post exposing quiz cheats has ignited online speculation. Share your anonymous pub quiz cheating confessions and suspicions with us.
German Rap Star Challenges Merz's Stadtbild Comments
As Chancellor Merz sparks controversy with 'cityscape' remarks, rapper Haftbefehl's Netflix documentary tops charts, highlighting Germany's cultural contradictions. Explore the tension between migrant art and political rhetoric.
91 prisoners mistakenly freed in seven-month period
Exclusive: Nearly 100 inmates accidentally released this year as prison staffing crisis leads to dangerous errors. Read the full investigation into Britain's crumbling prison system.
91 prisoners mistakenly freed in seven months
MoJ figures reveal 91 prisoners were mistakenly freed in seven months, as Justice Secretary admits there is a 'mountain to climb' on prison crisis. Read the latest.
Council failed to tell man his dad's care cost for 18 months
A South London man was hit with a huge bill after Wandsworth Council failed to provide care costs for over 18 months. The ombudsman ordered a £1,000 payment and apology. Discover the full story.
Irish Language Revival Under New President Connolly
Ireland's new president Catherine Connolly aims to make Irish the working language of presidency, marking potential transformative moment for Gaelic revival in public life.
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