December 2022

Leader's New Year Message

As we welcome in 2023, the Leader of Wandsworth Council, Simon Hogg, thanks local communities for pulling together to help each other through a difficult winter. 

Published: 30 Dec 22

Beware parking meter con

Drivers are warned of fresh parking meter scams which could see victims losing hundreds of pounds from their bank account.  

Published: 30 Dec 22

Council services over the New Year bank holiday

The council website has details of parking, waste and recycling collections, Christmas tree recycling, libraries, leisure centres, council offices and more over the New Year break.  Visit wandsworth.gov.uk/christmas. 

Published: 30 Dec 22

Wandsworth’s free Christmas tree recycling service gets underway in January

• Free collection service will run from January 3rd to 16^th on normal waste collection days
• People can leave trees in front gardens awaiting collection
• Public strongly urged to not dump trees on pavements

Published: 22 Dec 22

Parents reminded of looming January deadline for primary school applications

• Primary school admissions process for September 2023 now underway
• Deadline for applications is January 15th
• Step-by-step guide on how to apply explained in online council brochure

Published: 20 Dec 22

Have your say on plans to improve road safety around Battersea Bridge

• Raft of safety measures proposed for both sides of Battersea Bridge
• Scheme could deliver new pedestrian crossings, bus lanes, cycle signals and protected cycle track
• Plans welcomed by Wandsworth’s cabinet member for transport

Published: 19 Dec 22

Free school meals scheme extended during the Christmas break 

Free school meals will continue to be provided to Wandsworth children during the two-week winter break.  

Published: 16 Dec 22

1 in 4 residents experience mental problems - we're determined to tackle this

People experiencing poor mental health are to be supported by new plans tackling the increased health inequalities across the borough.

Mental Health is one area that has been hit hard by the pandemic, a problem that has only got worse as a result of the cost-of-living crisis.

Published: 16 Dec 22

Public consultation on access to sexual and reproductive health will shape future NHS services

Residents are being asked to take part in a tri-borough consultation in partnership with the NHS that’s designed to improve sexual and reproductive health services.

Published: 16 Dec 22

How to have a greener Christmas

Here are some tips on how Wandsworth residents can recycle more and waste less this Christmas.

Published: 15 Dec 22

Food waste collection scheme could be extended to thousands more homes

• Pilot scheme set to treble in size with thousands more homes included
• Produces eco-friendly biogas that powers homes
• Lessens the need to use damaging fossil fuels and reduces carbon footprint

Published: 15 Dec 22

Cost of Living bonus announced for council workers on low incomes

The Leader of Wandsworth Council, Simon Hogg, has announced that he is seeking to make sure staff, not currently on the Living Wage, who are working for council contractors will receive a bonus payment.

Published: 15 Dec 22

Restored and brightly lit ‘Roberts for Ekcovision’ neon sign shines light on a piece of Balham history

An iconic Balham landmark that shines a light on the history of the town centre has been brought back to life following a successful crowdfunding campaign with additional support from Wandsworth Council.

Published: 14 Dec 22

Council services over Christmas

The council website has details of parking, waste and recycling collections, Christmas tree recycling, libraries, leisure centres, council offices and more over Christmas. Visit wandsworth.gov.uk/christmas. 

Published: 14 Dec 22

Rare and threatened tree species given new lease of life

A special conservation project in King George’s Park has just been completed giving a rare and threatened species of tree a new lease of life.

Published: 14 Dec 22

Everyone has a right to live free from violence and abuse this Christmas and beyond 

Residents are reminded that 24-hour help is available to those experiencing domestic abuse, including over the Christmas period. 

Published: 14 Dec 22

Time is running out to help shape crime and community safety priorities in Wandsworth

With less than a week to go before a key public consultation closes, time is running out for residents and businesses to have their say on local priorities for tackling crime and anti-social behaviour in Wandsworth.

Published: 14 Dec 22

Positive change in Wandsworth to improve local people’s lives  

• Council looks back on recent achievements 
• Work underway to make Wandsworth fairer, more compassionate and more sustainable 
• Actions to improve the lives of local people already paying dividends including new homes, Cost of Living support and action on climate change and air pollution.  

Published: 12 Dec 22

Scarlet fever - what you need to know

Following a recent increase in notifications of scarlet fever to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), above seasonal expected levels, please take note of the following guidance. 

Published: 12 Dec 22

Free support services for vulnerable residents at risk of fuel poverty

Vulnerable residents at risk of fuel poverty can access a range of free support services designed to help keep them warm while also reducing their energy bills.

Published: 12 Dec 22

Men’s health morning – Alton Estate, free health advice 

Join a men’s health morning at the Alton Hall Community Centre for free health advice and support. The event is part of an ambitious community project to address health inequalities on the Alton Estate in Roehampton by empowering local people.

Published: 09 Dec 22

Consultation begins on upgrades to Burntwood Lane walking and cycle routes

Residents can have their say on plans to upgrade walking and cycle routes in Burntwood Lane with a public consultation now underway.

Published: 08 Dec 22

Level 3 cold weather alert issued for London

The Met Office has issued this alert in anticipation of severe cold weather and icy conditions between 6pm on Wednesday 7 December and 9am on Monday 12 December. There is a 90% probability of severe cold and icy conditions in parts of England, including in Wandsworth.

Published: 07 Dec 22

With icy weather forecast this week you can shelter from the cold in a Wandsworth Warm Space

With an Arctic blast forecast this week, residents are being offered warm spaces away from the cold.

Published: 06 Dec 22

Mayor spreads Christmas cheer and raises money for local charities

The Mayor of Wandsworth Jeremy Ambache raised more than £700 by sleeping out in the cold on Saturday night.

Published: 05 Dec 22

Don’t fall prey to loan sharks this Christmas – help is available at the credit union

With families struggling to make ends meet in the Cost of Living crisis and with Christmas just around the corner, the council’s cabinet member with responsibility for community safety is urging people not to fall prey to loan sharks.

Published: 05 Dec 22

Mega Skips return on December 10

The next Mega Skip Day will be on Saturday December 10 at five locations around the borough.

Published: 02 Dec 22

Consultation now underway on proposed road safety improvements on both sides of Battersea Bridge

Local residents are being encouraged to take part in a consultation into plans published by Transport for London designed to improve road safety both north and south of Battersea Bridge.

Published: 02 Dec 22

New climate action partnership will lead borough’s journey to net zero

• Key partners agree new shared action to meet the climate emergency 
• Wandsworth Sustainability Partnership meets for the first time
• Wandsworth Council sets ambitious target for the borough to be net zero by 2043

Published: 02 Dec 22

Councillors support plan to improve Burntwood Lane walking and cycling corridor 

Councillors have backed plans to upgrade the walking and cycling routes in Burntwood Lane.

Published: 02 Dec 22

Shop local to support Wandsworth businesses this Small Business Saturday

This Small Business Saturday (3 December), Wandsworth Council is shining a light on smaller businesses across the borough and encouraging everyone to shop with their local suppliers or places to eat and drink.

Published: 02 Dec 22

Tree planting season now underway with King George’s Park scheme giving rare and threatened species a new lease of life

The council’s annual tree planting exercise is now underway with some 700 trees set to be planted this winter.

Published: 02 Dec 22

Residents on council waiting lists to benefit from new initiative

Residents on council housing waiting lists in Wandsworth will benefit from a new initiative to stop selling off larger houses from its stock

Published: 02 Dec 22

Your chance to shape crime and community safety priorities in Wandsworth

Wandsworth’s spokesperson on crime and community safety is calling on local people to take part in a public consultation that will help shape local priorities for tackling crime and anti-social behaviour.

Published: 02 Dec 22