Christmas dinner provided for young people who recently left care

In 2018, Sutton Council hosted its first ever Christmas Day Dinner for young people who have recently left care. The Christmas Day Dinner for young people was inspired by the festive events first set up by Lemn Sissay in Manchester in 2013.  Lemn Sissay is a poet and MBE who grew up in care. He has […]

MP joins in condemnation of discrimination faced by guide dog owners

Tom Brake MP is joining forces with the charity Guide Dogs to raise awareness of the discrimination faced by guide dog owners.At an event in Parliament, the MP heard from guide dog owners about the impact of being turned away by businesses because of their dog. While it is against the law, except in the […]

London Cancer Hub takes another step forward

The London Borough of Sutton has purchased a further 0.38 hectares of NHS land on the site of The London Cancer Hub – a partnership with The Institute of Cancer Research, London, and one of the UK’s most significant regeneration projects. Finalising the land deal has opened the way for the London Borough of Sutton to seek a development […]

Fantastic opportunity for teenager to help develop new skateboarding opportunity

Young people aged 16+ looking to get into work and be part of a team working on a new skateboarding and scootering project called “Skoot” have got a great opportunity. “We have paid work right now – a passion for skateboarding will help but is not essential,” said a spokesperson. “We are also offering training, […]

Former Wallington pupil launches natural food company for cats and dogs

Former Wallington High School for Girls student Aneisha Soobroyen, has launched a business which makes natural, healthy, pro-biotic food for cats and dogs with her husband. Aneisha Soobroyen and Jack Walker started the business Scrumbles 6 months ago following concern for the health of their beloved pets. For more details on the company go to […]