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6 days ago

London council tenant: 'I've been bitten alive by fleas and left with scabies - now I have to wear a hazmat suit'

"The bites continued until she decided to avoid the downstairs area altogether. I tested my theory by staying away for two days and got no bites, when I went back down, I got bit."
London politics
#crime
#public-safety
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Police watchdog probes death of child attacker', 45, restrained by officers in south London

The police watchdog is investigating the death of a man restrained by officers after resisting arrest in South London.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Police watchdog probes death of child attacker', 45, restrained by officers in south London

The police watchdog is investigating the death of a man restrained by officers after resisting arrest in South London.
#murder
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago

1950s steam train to pass through Surrey and south London stations

The Britannia 70000, a historic 74-year-old steam engine, will traverse south London next weekend, part of a journey between Chester and Horsham.
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Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Home care scheme safe for child patients - study

The Hospital at Home service in South London has significantly reduced hospital stays for children, freeing up 11,000 bed days in four years.
#network-rail
#bromley
#public-transport
#police-response
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Stockwell shooting: Murder probe after boy, 16, shot dead in broad daylight in south London

A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot in broad daylight in south London, leading to an ongoing police murder investigation.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

KIM Oflage Studio / Delve Architects

KIM-oflage is a bespoke garden studio in South London designed by Delve Architects to provide a colorful, flexible space for a growing family.
UX design
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Sidcup and Erith among highest wait times for driving tests in London

In Sidcup and Erith, average waiting times for driving tests are among the longest in London, with Sidcup at 17.48 weeks, reflecting a city-wide issue.
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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

The south London Santander branches set to close or go counter-free

Santander's decision to close over a fifth of its high street branches, including five in south London, signifies a major shift in banking services.
London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Viral TikTok sparks age-old question of whether Bexleyheath is south London or Kent

The video showcases the divided opinions of locals on whether Bexleyheath is part of south London or Kent, highlighting the historical and administrative context.
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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Independent bookshops to visit in south London this World Book Day

World Book Day on March 6 inspires children, teachers, and parents to celebrate literature by dressing as their favorite characters and exploring local bookshops.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Police hunt for suspects after boy, 16, shot dead

A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot in South London near Stockwell Tube station, prompting an investigation by the Metropolitan Police.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

There's no way I can pay': London residents despair of steep costs and forced use of poor door'

Despite affordable housing options, escalating service charges are making homes unaffordable for residents like Marco Scalvini in South London.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 months ago

Popular south London pub set to undergo six-week refurbishment

The Antelope Pub in Tooting has closed for a six-week refurbishment, with promises of a better experience when it reopens on April 10.
London food
fromTime Out London
3 months ago

This south London neighbourhood has been named one of the UK's 'coolest' postcodes to live in 2025

Penge, specifically SE20, is touted as 'the most desirable postcode south of the river' and 'the city's best kept secret,' featuring attractions like the Chatsworth Bakehouse.
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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago

The four south London gastropubs named among UK's best for your next pub lunch

The Top 100 Gastropubs list has been celebrating the best in UK's gastropubs for over 15 years, with selections based on industry professionals' votes.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

'Inbetweener' cats on waste ground need new homes

Kathy Vanner from Cats Protection emphasized the dire situation for the ‘inbetweener’ cats, noting the urgent need to find safe homes due to imminent eviction.
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fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Watch: 'I'm the greatest patty man in the world'

Paul Anthony Williams, also known as Baker, emphasizes that "People come, people go, but family is forever," highlighting the importance of familial bonds in their culinary journey.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Private school run driving 27% increase in air pollution in south London, campaigners say

According to their research, the level of nitrogen dioxide gas associated with car exhaust fumes shot to 47 per cent during the morning rush hour when both state and private schools were open.
London
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago

Hour-by-hour south London weather amid yellow warning for snow

The Met Office warns of a yellow warning for snow in south London, with the most expected to be sleet showers. Snow may reach 10cm.
London
#water-supply
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
6 months ago

South London hospital staff to strike over management bullying'

Helen O'Connor, GMB Membership Development Officer stated: "Our members provide vital services to the patients in both NHS trusts and they are sick and tired of the bullying and harassment, having pay held down and staffing cutbacks." She termed the treatment of outsourced staff as profoundly unfair, calling the discrepancies in pay and benefits between outsourced and directly employed NHS staff into question.
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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
6 months ago

Four south London Homebase stores at risk of closure

"This week Homebase was sold to CDS in a rescue deal securing up to 1,600 jobs and 70 stores. But the future of 49 shops with 2,000 workers is currently uncertain after these stores were not included in the negotiations."
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

One to watch: Man/Woman/Chainsaw

Man/Woman/Chainsaw, influenced by the experimental DIY scene, thrives on creating a blend of pretty and noisy music, embracing chaos and fun.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 months ago

Person dies after being hit by train in south London

A person has died after being hit by a train in south London, causing significant disruption on the railway network. The Gatwick Express reported this tragic incident shortly before 3pm, emphasizing the serious impact it had on services between East Croydon and Clapham Junction. While emergency services responded, all lines were blocked, leading to hour-long delays and cancellations across the affected routes. National Rail confirmed that although stations reopened, services continued to be hindered well into the evening.
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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
7 months ago

The firework displays happening in south London this year for Bonfire Night

This year, many fireworks displays in south London have been cancelled due to various reasons, impacting the traditions that families look forward to every November.
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