Wandsworth’s recycling improved faster than almost anywhere in England. It’s still near the bottom
Government data puts the borough 10th from the bottom of 37 London councils - despite its best year on record.
Month: April 2026
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Charlwood Road side extension refused after 47 objections
The council's decision says the principle of the proposal was wrong — not just the details.
Burglars are targeting homes in West Putney – act now
Police confirm multiple break-ins across the ward and want residents to know what to do.
‘Built 500 brand new council homes’ – or 366, or 90? Wandsworth Labour’s record, checked
We tested 25 claims in Wandsworth Labour's manifesto. Three are accurate. One isn't close.
The man who’s been coming to Putney Library for 70 years
Sean Byrne grew up on the Roehampton estate. His poem tells the story of the generation who built Britain.
Wandsworth police officer convicted of rape – third from same unit in three years
PC Dion Arnold told victims he was a police officer so they would trust him, court hears.
Resident fury as bike hangars appear on Thamesfield streets without warning
Five streets, one pattern: residents raised concerns, the council acknowledged them, then proceeded anyway.
Albert Bridge has a new prop. The last temporary prop was installed in 1973. The one before: 1884.
The bridge was declared unsound over 100 years ago - surely it's time for London to build a new one.
The Angel pub’s future will be decided in secret, eight days before Roehampton votes
The council cited too much public interest as its reason to exclude the public.
A village has appeared in the middle of the Putney Exchange
Corrugated iron, a hand pump, and a fundraiser who answers the hard questions.