Specialist workshops will help with toilet training children with additional needs/disability – book now
Playwise Learning CIC has arranged two specialist workshops for parents, carers and practitioners on supporting a child with additional needs/difficulties (aged 2 – 8) with toilet training. “The ABC’s of Toilet Training Children with Additional Needs/Disability ” will be staged on June 17 12.30 – 2.30pm or Monday July 15 9.30am – 11.30am. The workshop […]
Go get our revolutionary new bus service – first in the capital
The revolutionary new bus service for borough residents has been launched – the first ever such service in the capital. A new-style on-demand bus from this week lets customers request a ride, select their pick-up and drop-off points and pay directly through an app. The fully accessible buses will feature USB charging points, free WiFi […]
Topping out ceremony for new Hackbridge retirement scheme
A topping out ceremony has been held to mark a significant milestone in the development of Brio Retirement Living’s first retirement rental scheme, located in Hackbridge. Brio Retirement Living, part of Places for People, celebrated the major milestone at Brio Button House, which forms part of the larger New Mill Quarter development, on Wednesday 22nd May […]
New workshops designed to build confidence in writing and performing poetry and stories
On bi-monthly second Sundays in the month, Rachel Sambrooks will be bringing you a series of six workshops, designed to build confidence in writing and performing poetry and stories. A seasoned performer (and ex-shy person), Rachel uses comedy and poetry in all settings and to very different audiences. Find out how to read a room, […]
Get closer to the diverse wildlife in Beddington Farmlands at annual open day on June 20
Beddington Farmlands is offering its local community the opportunity to get even closer to its diverse wildlife with the latest opportunity to explore the c. 120-hectare site on the banks of the river Wandle at the 2019 open day. Viridor is committed to restoring the Farmlands into high quality habitats as an important area for […]
Fantastic range of events to help sutton and district branch of Save the Children celebrate 100 years
Save the Children – Sutton & District 1919 – 2019 Centenary – 100 Years. The Save the Children Sutton district centenary celebrations are in full swing. The group has already taken part in the historic Cheam Village “Charter Fair” which raised £75. Other events include: Jul 7th 3pm * Judith Burton’s SUMMER CONCERT of piano […]
Police seize large number of stolen goods – do you recognise anything?
Police recently seized a large number of stolen goods during a search of an address in Mitcham. These may have been stolen from motor vehicles. Have you recently been a victim or know someone who has? Have a look at the items and if you can prove they belong to you get in touch. We […]
MP attends first ever Understanding Autism session in Parliament
Earlier this month, Tom Brake MP attended the National Autistic Society’s first ever Understanding Autism session in Parliament. During the session, Tom received information on autism, guidance on how to create autism-friendly surgeries, and tips on how to support autistic residents in Carshalton and Wallington. Carshalton and Wallington MP Tom Brake said: “I […]
Residents ignoring simple life saving advice to avoid home fires
Londoners are ignoring simple life-saving advice on how to avoid candle fires at home, firefighters are warning. New figures from London Fire Brigade show that in the last five years, the number of fires caused by candles has barely changed. There are around 270 candle fires every year despite consistent campaigns and messaging around how […]
Mayor announces £15 million of new investment in youth projects and programmes
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has announced £15 million of new investment in youth projects and programmes that are predominately in the capital’s high-crime areas in a move which will provide positive opportunities for up to 40,000 young Londoners. Starting today, community groups and projects can apply for the next wave of the Mayor’s […]