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 […]
Police step aside to allow school children to lay down the law
Traffic police stepped aside in Sutton to allow school children to lay down the law. Pupils from Robin Hood Juniors and Foresters Primary School took part in the first two Junior Roadwatch activities of the year as part of ongoing safety campaign. Speeding drivers were given the option of a fine or a speed awareness […]
Hackbridge Primary School expansion plans back on
A rescue operation has been put in place to continue to expansion of Hackbridge Primary School – which will see the first Passivhaus primary school in Sutton. Work started on the expansion of Hackbridge Primary School in June 2017. Following a contract let to Lakehouse Contracts Ltd (Lakehouse), the school was set to become the […]
Cllr Muhammad Sadiq has been appointed the new Mayor of Sutton
Following a unanimous decision of Sutton Council at its annual general meeting on Monday 20 May, Councillor Sadiq and Councillor Annie Moral have been appointed Mayor and Deputy Mayor respectively. Muhammad, who lives in Sutton with his wife, son and daughter, has built several successful businesses. He is passionate about supporting the local community, and […]
Diamond Centre Autumn Fair date announced and now stallholders can book a space
The Diamond Centre for Disabled Riders has announced that its Autumn Fair will be held on September 29th Stalls are available for £30. If you would like to book a space please call 020 8643 7764. The Diamond Centre for Disabled Riders Woodmansterne Road, Carshalton, SM5 4DT
Sutton LGBTQ+ Forum announces range of summer events
To Celebrate Pride 2019 and the 50-year Jubilee the new Sutton LGBTQ+ Forum is please to be hosting events across the summer. “In partnership with our friends at Sutton Vineyard Church we will be using “The Dolphin Centre”,” said a spokesperson. “Here will be hosting movie nights, seminars and a small party to celebrate the […]