April 2022

NHS and health care services over the bank holiday weekend

With the NHS remaining very busy and the upcoming May bank holiday, residents are reminded of the different ways they can access health care services, especially for non-urgent health care. 

Published: 29 Apr 22

Wandsworth based voluntary group’s appeal for a new home so they can support hospital workers in war-torn Ukraine

A Wandsworth based voluntary organisation which rose to prominence during the pandemic when it turned its attention to making vitally needed PPE for hospitals, clinics and care homes, is appealing for help in finding a new home.

Published: 29 Apr 22

Matt’s Gallery opens in Nine Elms

After several years in the making, Matt’s Gallery opened their new gallery and performance space in Nine Elms on Thursday 28 April.

Published: 29 Apr 22

No parking charges on bank holiday Monday

Residents being visited by friends and family over the bank holiday weekend are being reminded that their guests can park for free in marked out parking bays in the borough’s controlled parking zones on Monday.

Published: 29 Apr 22

Summer events in Wandsworth’s parks

Get ready for entertainment and activities in borough parks this summer. 

Published: 28 Apr 22

Come and have a chat about the COVID-19 vaccine

Published: 22 Apr 22

Residents warned to beware of council tax rebate scammers

Residents eligible for an energy rebate payment in a scheme designed to cushion the impact of rising fuel bills for families on lower incomes are being warned to be on their guard against scammers.

Published: 22 Apr 22

Wandsworth Council elections

Get ready to vote for your local councillors on Thursday 5 May 2022.

Local councillors represent you and your local community. They can make decisions that affect many aspects of our lives, so don't miss out on having your say!

Published: 20 Apr 22

No Mow May returns

Wandsworth Council will once again be taking part in No Mow May this year.

Published: 20 Apr 22

Learning at Work Week 2022

Sign up now for short, motivational workshops to help you on your career journey.

Published: 20 Apr 22

Find out about Green Homes Grants 

Information videos have been published to help householders find out more about applying for a Green Homes Grant.  

Published: 20 Apr 22

Keep well and safe in Wandsworth over the Easter weekend

With the NHS remaining very busy, people in Wandsworth are being reminded to only use 999 and A&E in emergencies over the Easter weekend. You can also speak to your local pharmacist about minor medical conditions, see below. 

Published: 14 Apr 22

Update on Wandsworth’s welcome for Ukrainian refugees

People fleeing war-torn Ukraine can expect a warm welcome in Wandsworth, with dozens of residents offering to open up their homes to take in refugees.

Published: 14 Apr 22

Reminder to double check planned rail and tube journeys over the Easter break

Tube and rail passengers travelling this Easter weekend are being urged to double check details of their journeys with a number of services affected by engineering works.

Published: 14 Apr 22

Residents reminded of deadlines to register to vote and request a postal vote ahead of May’s local elections

People need to register to vote by midnight tonight (April 14) and need to apply for a postal vote by 5pm next Tuesday (April 19).

Published: 14 Apr 22

Council services over Easter

To find out about opening hours and service changes over the Easter break, including parking, waste and recycling, libraries and leisure centres.

Published: 13 Apr 22

Support to celebrate the Jubilee

There is still time for local groups and organisations to apply for a share of the council’s £20,000 Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Micro-Grant Fund.

Published: 13 Apr 22

Weekend pedestrianisation of Northcote Road begins this Saturday

Residents are being reminded that Northcote Road will be pedestrianised again this weekend in a boost for local businesses.

Published: 13 Apr 22

No parking charges on Easter bank holidays

Residents being visited by friends and family over the Easter weekend are being reminded that their guests can park for free in marked out parking bays in the borough’s controlled parking zones on both bank holidays.

Published: 13 Apr 22

Become a health champion

Residents of the Henry Prince Estate in Earlsfield who want to make a difference to their community are being invited to become Community Health Champions.

Published: 13 Apr 22

Donate a bike 

People who wish to donate a bike they no longer need are urged to get in touch with the council’s Youth Offending Team.  

Published: 12 Apr 22

New post office gets stamp of approval for Thessaly Road

A new post office is planned for Thessaly Road, SW8, just a stone’s throw from the former Royal Mail sorting office site in Nine Elms.

Published: 12 Apr 22

Passengers advised to double check planned rail and tube journeys over the Easter break

Tube and rail passengers travelling over the Easter weekend are being urged to double check details of their journeys with a number of services affected by engineering works.

Published: 08 Apr 22

Balham’s Polish White Eagle Club honoured in Downing Street for humanitarian work supporting the people of Ukraine

The humanitarian work of the Balham-based Polish White Eagle Club in supporting refugees fleeing the conflict in Ukraine, has been recognised in a ceremony in Downing Street.

Published: 08 Apr 22

New community cargo bike hire scheme coming to Wandsworth

Residents and businesses in Tooting, Clapham Junction and Battersea will soon be able to hire cargo bikes by the hour and benefit from two hours of free usage per day.

Published: 06 Apr 22

New post office opens in Tooting

Tooting residents can access a wide range of postal services at a new post office which has now opened in Franciscan Road.

Published: 06 Apr 22

Get into the hospitality industry 

Sign up now for the next free five-day Into Hospitality course starting on April 25.  

Published: 01 Apr 22