Hammersmith and Fulham news

• Calls for compensation for healthcare staff with Long Covid

  18-02-2021 20:52
  
  Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing mounting pressure to compensate frontline workers who face enduring months of debilitating symptoms of coronavirus or 'Long Covid'.
  
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• Tottenham Hale murder victim named by family

  18-02-2021 19:19
  
  A man who died after being stabbed has been named by his family as taxi driver Gabriel Bringye.
  
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• Barnet planning chiefs quizzed on Hendon development

  18-02-2021 19:00
  
  Heritage and parking were among concerns when planning chiefs at Barnet Council were quizzed about major development around a university.
  
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• Leader denies Haringey Council has lost control of planning

  18-02-2021 18:00
  
  The leader of Haringey Council has denied claims the local authority has “lost control of planning” after the borough failed to hit a key homes target.
  
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• Harrow Council approves flat plans in Wealdstone high street

  18-02-2021 18:00
  
  A high street landmark will be made three storeys taller to accommodate dozens of new flats.
  
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• Covid-19 vaccine myths debunked by experts

  18-02-2021 18:00
  
  Councils are appealing for people to make “informed decisions” on the Covid-19 vaccine as it tries to bust myths associated with the jab.
  
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• TfL confirms Northern Line extension work is 'on track'

  18-02-2021 17:51
  
  The Northern Line is on track to extend to Battersea later this year, with two new stations opening.
  
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• Sutton SEND parents left 'disheartened' after FOI request

  18-02-2021 17:46
  
  A founder of a group which represents SEND parents has called out the council in response to the publication of their SEND services board minutes.
  
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• SEND parents left 'disheartened' after FOI request

  18-02-2021 17:46
  
  A founder of a group which represents SEND parents has called out the council in response to the publication of their SEND services board minutes.
  
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• Teddington Athletic dad worked on new UEFA documentary

  18-02-2021 17:19
  
  A Teddington Athletic FC parent has helped to create a new documentary aimed at tackling discrimination in football.
  
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• Central Square in Ealing celebrated by art competition

  18-02-2021 17:16
  
  An art competition has been launched by the development arm of Ealing Council to celebrate the opening of its latest collection of homes at Copley W7.
  
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• GLA Budget 2021-22: What is new in Sadiq Khan's final draft?

  18-02-2021 17:00
  
  The Mayor of London has found an extra £182.8 million of income in his final draft GLA budget for the coming year.
  
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• Man charged with stabbing at The Vale, Acton

  18-02-2021 16:43
  
  A MAN has been charged in connection with a stabbing in Acton.
  
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• Plans unveiled for new vaccination sites in SW London

  18-02-2021 16:15
  
  Plans for more mass vaccination sites in South West London have been unveiled.
  
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• Essex Community Foundation launches Acorn Fund Challenge

  18-02-2021 16:00
  
  People in West Essex can increase the amount of vital support to community groups and charities by taking part in a matched-funding challenge aimed at raising £750,000.
  
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• Pepys Estate residents fear another Grenfell over fire safety

  18-02-2021 15:43
  
  Residents on a Deptford estate say they are worried about a repeat of the Grenfell tragedy because of fire safety risks from ongoing works.
  
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• Harrow Council rejects plans for new Hatch End nursery

  18-02-2021 15:00
  
  Plans for a new nursery on the site of a former nursing home were rejected over “unrealistic” claims three-quarters of visitors would travel by foot.
  
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• Cyclist taken to hospital after car crash in Richmond Park

  18-02-2021 14:38
  
  A cyclist was hospitalised with injuries sustained after a serious crash at Richmond Park earlier this morning (Thursday, February 18).
  
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• Willesden man jailed for drug and knife offences

  18-02-2021 14:35
  
  A man has been jailed after he was found possessing knives, drugs and over £3,000 in cash.
  
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• Covid-19 vaccine myths – fertility, microchips, DNA and pork

  18-02-2021 14:02
  
  Councils are appealing for people to make “informed decisions” on the Covid-19 vaccine as it tries to bust myths associated with the jab.
  
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• Sadiq Khan announces £5 million plan to aid economic recovery

  18-02-2021 13:00
  
  Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced plans to launch a £5 million post-Covid tourism drive to aid London’s recovery from the pandemic once it is safe to reopen.
  
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• Covid vaccine calculator shows when you'll get jab

  18-02-2021 13:00
  
  Millions of people across the UK have been given their first Covid vaccine  - but when will you get your jab?
  
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• Tributes to Bellingham Councillor Sue Hordijenko 

  18-02-2021 12:54
  
  Tributes to a “warm and friendly” councillor who was a “true advocate for her constituents” have been paid following her death.
  
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• Leo Pollak resigns after South London Press investigation

  18-02-2021 12:45
  
  Southwark’s cabinet member for housing has resigned after it emerged he was using an anonymous Twitter account to criticise community groups.
  
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• Millions face British Gas bill £97 price hike from April

  18-02-2021 12:02
  
  A surge in global energy commodity prices has raised the cost of sourcing gas from the wholesale market, leading to an increase in the cap.
  
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• Police called to fight in Carshalton

  18-02-2021 11:33
  
  A 22-year-old man was stabbed in Carshalton yesterday afternoon.
  
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• When will gyms reopen in England? - What we know so far

  18-02-2021 11:21
  
  Gyms have not been able to open at all this year amid new lockdown restrictions introduced in January.
  
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• Hounslow Council latest to increase council tax

  18-02-2021 10:52
  
  Hounslow Council has announced it is looking to increase council tax by nearly 5% to meet the financial challenges posed by the pandemic.
  
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• Barchester care homes considers future for staff refusing Covid vaccine

  18-02-2021 10:39
  
  A major UK care home provider has said it is considering whether staff who have refused a vaccine for non-medical reasons can continue in roles where they are in contact with residents.
  
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• Tottenham Hale murder probe launched from 'stab wound'

  18-02-2021 09:56
  
  A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Tottenham hale.
  
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• Tottenham Hale murder probe launched after stabbed man dies

  18-02-2021 09:56
  
  A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Tottenham hale.
  
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• Met Police detective dies after Covid-19 diagnosis

  18-02-2021 08:29
  
  A specialist financial investigator who had a police career spanning nearly three decades has died after being diagnosed with Covid-19.
  
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• Wilsmere House in Harrow Weald celebrates Chinese New Year

  18-02-2021 08:00
  
  Staff and residents at a care home welcomed in the Year of the Ox with a day of celebrations and activities.
  
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• Sutton dad backs petition to support Brain Tumour Research

  18-02-2021 08:00
  
  A dad-of-two is urging the public to sign a petition to help fund vital research into brain tumours.
  
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• Home Bargains opens new store in Twickenham

  18-02-2021 07:00
  
  Home Bargains has invested £1 million into a new store in Ivybridge Retail Park, Twickenham.
  
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• Beattitude asks women to 'Move for my Mood'

  18-02-2021 07:00
  
  A fitness studio in Earlsfield has launched a 'Move For Your Mood Challenge' to combat lockdown lethargy.
  
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• PIMS-TS: Sidcup boys both suffer new Covid-linked condition

  18-02-2021 06:01
  
  A Sidcup mum has spoken out about the frightening experience of having two of her sons rushed to hospital with a rare new Covid-linked syndrome found in children.
  
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• Cllr Leo Gibbons writes blog on problems with planning

  18-02-2021 06:00
  
  A councillor who said discussions during planning meetings are a “charade” and ‘NIMBYs’ should have less sway has been criticised by locals. 
  
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• Campaign for new stage at Croydon venue where Marley played

  18-02-2021 06:00
  
  Live music could soon return to an iconic venue that once hosted the likes of Pink Floyd and Bob Marley.
  
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