Surrey's new parking fees proposal
Surrey Council is making amendments to its parking fees.
The current system is deemed unfair with different costs across the county.
The proposal will introduce a countywide annual fee of £50 for a first permit with any additional permits costing £75 each.
Daily permits will be charged at £2.
The new prices will be advertised this autumn and residents will have the chance to comment on the proposed changes.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:11 am
Witnesses needed for Wandsworth robbery
Police are appealing after a man was attacked during a robbery in Wandsworth.
Details of the incident on the morning of August 29th have only just been released.
The male driver was attacked by a number of male suspects aged between 27 and 33 on the Oxford Road.
His blue VW golf was stolen. Anyone with any information is asked to call police on 0208 247 8770.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:10 am
London Fire Fights to take industrial action
London fire fighters have voted to take industrial action in a row over shifts and new contracts.
Members of the Fire Brigades Union voted 9 to one in support of steps that would stop short of a strike but would result in a ban on overtime and a withdrawal of good will.
The London Fire Brigade wants to change the shift pattern to improve efficiency but the Union says the changes would endanger public safety as stations could be closed at night or have fewer staff.
The Union plans another ballot in the coming weeks for a strike.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:08 am
Friday, 17 September 2010
THE POPE VISITS SOUTH WEST LONDON
The Pope is calling Wimbledon Village home during his tour of London.
He's staying at the Apostolic Nunciature in Parkside. Last night hundreds of people turned out to welcome him off his flight from Heathrow.
He was greeted by London's Mayor Boris Johnson before receiving a warm welcome and applause at the Nunciature.
Jackie's Lucy Mayer was there when he arrived shortly after 10pm.
We asked Father Stephen Wang why he chose Wimbledon.
After a restful first night, Pope Benedict spent this morning at St Mary's University College in Strawberry Hill.
He addressed the crowds there.
These pupils sang for him as part of the Big Assembly, attended by over three thousand children.
Principal Dr Arthur Naylor told Jackie News it was the biggest event in the school's history.
The College was specially chosen by the Vatican as Dr Naylor explains . . .
Surrey's Catholic Schools will be watching this weekend's events very closely.
Millie Prior attends Our Lady Immaculate in Tolworth. The ten year old had some interesting questions for the Pope - if she were to ever meet him.
Pope Benedict's meeting the Archbishop of Canterbury - in a show of unity between the Catholic and Anglican churches.
It's the first time a pope's been to Lambeth Palace.
He'll then deliver a speech to both houses of Parliament - and the day will be rounded off by a multi-faith evening prayer service at Westminster Abbey.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:04 pm
Appeal for missing teenager
The Met Police are helping their colleagues in Sussex try and track down a missing teenager from Hove.
15 year old Drew Knight went missing from a care home on the 1st September.
He's been seen in Croydon in the last few days and police believe he may still be in the area.
Drew is white, around 5 foot 6 and sometimes wears glasses.
He was last seen wearing grey jogging bottoms, a white t-shirt and black leather jacket.
Anyone with any information can contact the Met on 0300 123 1212 or Sussex Police on 0845 60 70 999.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:15 am
Thursday, 16 September 2010
Pope arrives in the UK
The Pope will talk to students at St Mary’s University College in Twickenham tomorrow morning.
He’ll lead three events during the course of the day including the Big Assembly where he’ll address over 3,000 children.
St Mary’s was specially selected for the visit by the Vatican as Principal Dr Arthur Naylor explains. posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:05 pm
Wednesday, 15 September 2010
Crackdown on school motorists in Merton
Motorists who park on zig-zags outside schools are to be targeted in Merton.
Council enforcement officers will be using a new specially adapted vehicle with inbuilt CCTV cameras.
The mobile unit will capture the registration numbers of cars and vans which stop or park illegally on the zig-zags.
The crackdown is set to begin next Monday.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:30 pm
Witnesses sought following a collision in Leatherhead
Police are appealing for witnesses following a collision in Leatherhead.
A red Ford Fiesta and a purple Ford Ka were involved in the incident on Oxshott Road last Thursday afternoon, around half-past two.
A woman in her 20's was taken to St. George's Hospital in Tooting with pelvic injuries whilst a man in his 30's was treated at the scene.
Anyone who witnessed the collision is asked to contact Surrey Police.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:08 pm
Halliday's new role at Esher
Esher Rugby Club have appointed former England international Simon Halliday as their new executive director.
The 50 year old who has previously worked for Harlequins, will target improving the club's profile and brand.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:01 pm
New drug campaign launched in Roehampton
Students tempted to try so-called legal highs at the start of the new term are being warned they could be even more dangerous than illegal drugs.
The Home Office has launched its Crazy Chemist campaign at Roehampton University.
It features a character in a white lab coat, who tells it like it is.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:57 pm
Pub damaged in Hayes
A derelict two storey pub in Hayes has been damaged by fire.
It broke out yesterday in Printing House Lane.
Around half of the first floor was affected and the cause is under investigation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:56 pm
Police hunt distraction burglars in Weybridge
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man in his nineties became the victim of a distraction burglary in Weybridge.
Three men conned the pensioner on Saturday in Southfield Place.
The suspects claimed they'd worked on the victims footpath and barged there way in stealing cash and credit cards.
Later one of the cards was used to withdraw more cash.
The gang made off in a white van.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:54 pm
Band hits the right note by raising a whopping £1,500 for hospital
Members of successful rock bands Pythia and Serenity joined forces as Pythian Rhapsody, to hold a concert in memory of Vincent Dyos, brother of the band’s drummer, Marc Dyos.
Vincent was treated for chronic pancreatitis in the Intensive Care Unit at Kingston Hospital, but sadly passed away in 2009.
Tim Neale, another member of the band also suffered from pancreatitis, but made a full recovery after the treatment and care he received in the ICU at Kingston Hospital.
To show their appreciation for the hard work and quality of care given to them by the staff at Kingston Hospital, Pythian Rhapsody held a fundraiser at local pub, The Peel, to raise money for the hospital.
Marc said: "The 'Pythian Rhapsody' concert was arranged as a tribute to my brother. We arranged to play Queen songs as this was my brother’s favourite band and it meant so much to do this for him. It was a fantastic night with a great atmosphere, and I hope that it was an occasion that will be remembered for a long time by those who attended." posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:02 pm
Tuesday, 14 September 2010
Bus drivers demo in Byfleet
Surrey bus drivers sacked by Dutch company Abellio have staged a protest outside their Byfleet garage this morning.
They're calling for seven drivers to be re-instated after they were sacked over fraud allegations.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:51 pm
Baird signs new Fulham deal
Fulham defender Chris Baird has signed a new contract.
It will keep him at the club until the summer of 2013.
The 28-year-old arrived from Southampton and was a key part of the Cottagers team that reached the Europa League final in May.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:50 pm
Police warn drivers in Wallington
Police have warned lorry drivers using Sandy Lane South in Wallington.
Heavy Goods vehicles exceeding seven and a half tonnes are prohibited from driving down the road.
Many drivers however use it as a shortcut.
Officers set up an operation to catch the offenders yesterday and dealt with a number of offences.
Vehicles are only allowed to use the road if they’re within the weight limit and have proof of making a delivery along there.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:50 pm
'Bloodgate' physio struck off
The physio at the centre of rugby union's Bloodgate scandal has been struck off.
The Health Professions council says Steph Brennan's fitness to practise has been impaired.
He was Harlequins' physio when player Tom Williams used a blood capsule to fake an injury during a European Cup tie.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:49 pm
George Michael loses his freedom
George Michael has been jailed for eight weeks after admitting crashing his Range Rover while under the influence of cannabis.
The pop star was found slumped at the wheel of his car after it ploughed into a branch of Snappy Snaps, in Hampstead, in north London.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:35 pm
Roof top incident in Richmond
A man's fallen off the roof of a house in Richmond after a six-hour stand off with police.
Police were called yesterday afternoon to reports of a burglary at a house on Taylor Avenue.
Two men then climbed onto the roof and after hours of negotiations one climbed down but the other appeared to slip and fell.
The man who fell is being treated in hospital, while the other's been arrested on suspicion of attempted burglary.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:12 pm
Bees decide against Chennells
Brentford will not be signing striker Michael Chennells.
The young Windsor & Eaton striker was on trial at Griffin Park but boss Andy Scott has decided not to recruit him.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:11 pm
Dorn re-signs for Quins
Luke Dorn has signed a new 3 year deal with Harlequins Rugby League team
The 28 year old Australian half back ended this season's campaign as Quin's top try scorer with 18 from 19 appearances.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:10 pm
Man remanded accused of burglaries and thefts
A man from Byfleet man has been remanded in custody charged with 4 counts of theft and burglary.
24 year old Keith Turner is accused of stealing computers, phones and MP3 players from schools.
He will re-appear in court next month.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:09 pm
Police make fresh appeals after a Sunbury attack
Police have revealed a series of CCTV stills in an attempt to get more information into a vicious attack on a Stanwell teenager.
A 14 year old boy was hit over the head with a bottle by a gang of three teenagers, while waiting for a bus in Sunbury.
They then took his mobile phone and wallet.
The victim suffered serious cuts to the back of his head and neck.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:15 am
Monday, 13 September 2010
Balham High Road shut after accident
Balham High road has been closed off in the last half an hour.
It’s after three cars collided.
It’s believed one man has been taken to hospital. There are no reports of any other injuries.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:20 pm
Some London Councils under fire over smoking
London Councils are urged to "search their consciences".
An investigation found that ten of them are investing up to a hundred million pounds in tobacco firms.
The councils including Lambeth and are accused of hypocrisy as they also promote stop-smoking campaigns.
A spokesman for Wandsworth council, also included in the report admitted that "anyone" has investments in tobacco companies.
They make the investments as smoking is seen as recession proof and offer long term value for pension funds.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:19 pm
Opposition to Surrey court closures
It's been claimed plans to shut two courts in Surrey will have a detrimental affect on justice and not save money.
Woking Magistrates' Court and Epsom County Court are among more than a 100 magistrates' courts, and 54 county courts, earmarked for closure
Chairman of the Surrey Magistrates Association Mark Ashley-Hacker says the plans "don't make sense at all".
The Ministry of Justice says courts needed to reflect changes in population or transportation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:18 pm
Investigation's continue into lake tragedy
Investigations are continuing into the death of an 11-year-old girl at a water park in Bedfont on Saturday.
Mari-Simon Cronje died after falling off an inflatable ‘banana boat’ at the Princes Club on Clockhouse lane on saturday.
The school girl from Putney had been attending a friend’s birthday party when she fell off the inflatable, colliding with the speed boat pulling it.
Mari was a pupil at the prestigious Ibstock Place in Roehampton - her family says they are battling to come to terms with the news.
A post mortem’s due to take place this afternoon at Fulham mortuary to establish the cause of her death.
A man in his 20’s, believed to be the boat’s driver, has been arrested and bailed by police in connection with the incident.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:16 pm
Baird set to resign tomorrow for Fulham
Chris Baird is to sign a new contract at Fulham tomorrow.
The Northern Ireland international has only made one substitute appearance under Mark Hughes.
His current contract expires at the end of this season.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:16 pm
Wolves skipper defends Zamora tackle
Wolves's captain has rejected claims he tried to injure Bobby Zamora after the Fulham striker broke his leg in a challenge on Saturday.
Surgery revealed the 29 year old had also damaged ankle ligaments and he is expected to be out for at least four months.
Karl Henry says he didn't do anything deliberately and he would never try to deliberately hurt anyone.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:15 pm
Possible cause for Tube problem
Its believed human error is to blame after a Hammersmith and city line train was sent into the path of another tube.
The westbound train was sent along an eastbound track during last Thursday’s morning rush hour.
Investigators believe signals were accidentally reset allowing a green light.
The driver managed to stop immediately – no one was injured.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:13 pm
Police win legal decision
Police marksmen who shot dead a barrister during an armed siege have been granted the right to hide their names - as they account for their actions.
An inquest into the death of Mark Saunders, at his home in Chelsea in May 2008, is due to begin next Monday at Westminster Coroner's Court.
Last year, prosecutors ruled there was insufficient evidence to charge the officers who fired 11 bullets.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:13 pm
Flight cap at Heathrow
BAA have accepted a flight cap at Heathrow airport.
The airport owner agreed to limit the number of flights to 480,000 a year, a cap set by the Government back in 2001.
With Heathrow’s terminal capacity increasing by nearly 25 million, BAA plan to bring in more passengers by using bigger planes.
The decision’s been welcomed by campaign group Hacan, who say the plan’s ‘good for business and good for residents’.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:12 pm
Hammersmith and Fulham Council criticise super sewer
Hammersmith and Fulham council have criticised plans to build a new 'super sewer', claiming it'll force Londoner's into 'water poverty'.
Thames Water propose to build a 20 mile tunnel running from west to east London in a bid to stop sewage polluting the Thames.
But the plans, which have been put up for public consultation, could result in bill increases of up to £65 a year for customers.
A planning application's set to be submitted in 2012, with construction due to be completed by 2020.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:11 pm
Hamilton blames himself
McLaren star Lewis Hamilton blamed himself for putting his title bid in jeopardy after crashing out of the Italian Grand Prix on the first lap.
The Woking driver retired at Monza after damaging his car when he tried to pass Felipe Massa's Ferrari, and as a result dropped to second in the championship.
Hamilton says it's mistakes like that - that lose world championships.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:10 pm
Sunday, 12 September 2010
Pope 'looking forward' to visit on Thursday
A cardinal who's a close friend of the Pope has defended the cost of his visit to Britain.
The bill's expected be around 22 million pounds because of things like extra security.
Claims of a church cover-up of child sex abuse is expected to overshadow the 4-day trip, which will inclde a tour of St Mary's college in Twickenham.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:16 pm
Woking McLaren's Lewis Hamilton lags behind at Monza
Ferrari's Fernando Alonso has won the Italian Grand Prix.
He finished ahead of McLaren's Jenson Button, with Ferrari's Felipe Massa coming third.
Lewis Hamilton's drivers championship title challenge took a real blow as he crashed out in the opening lap at Monza.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:13 pm
Man shot in face after South London 'dispute.'
Police say a man shot dead at a south London flat last night was killed as part of a targeted attack.
Officers were called to the property in West Norwood where the 23-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.
A formal identification of the victim has not been made yet.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:11 pm
Music stars come out in Twickenham
Some big names from the worlds of music and comedy are uniting this evening to raise money for our injured troops.
Robbie Williams and Gary Barlow will perform together on stage for the first time since Williams quit Take That at the Help for Heroes concert at Twickenham Stadium.
Tom Jones will also sing before the audience of 60-thousand. Jack Dee and Peter Kay are hosting the charity event.
Organiser Neal Wallis told us it'll be one of the biggest music events of the year.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:54 pm
BREAKING NEWS: 11 year old dies in Bedfont
An 11 year old girl has died after being seriously injured in a boating accident. Mari-Simon Cronje died after falling off a banana boat. She was then hit by a speedboat at the Princes Club, which is adjacent to Bedfont Lakes, at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon. The centre was closed today.
Her family have this afternoon described her as "beautiful" and say they're "battling" to come to terms with the tragedy. Mari had been at a birthday party. It's thought she came off the banana and was then struck by the boat that was pulling it. Paramedics managed to get her to hospital in Middlesex, but she died late last night. A post mortem will be carried out tomorrow.
A 22-year-old man was arrested and released on bail.
The Princes Club, in Clockhouse Lane, is Europe's largest waterski and wakeboard facility. It has issued this statement; The Princes sporting club and everyone associated with it is devastated by the accident.
At this terrible time, our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Mari Cronje's family and friends.
The accident is being investigated by the police and other authorities and they can rely on our complete co-operation. At this moment in time we are not in a position to say anything further.
The club will be closed while a thorough investigation is conducted. All activities during this time will be postponed and rescheduled or refunded as appropriate.
Thank you for your patience in this matter and apologies for any inconvenience caused over the next few days.posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:03 am
Mental health patients can start courses in Tooting
People living with mental health problems will soon have easier access to courses in Tooting.
South West London and St. George's Mental Health Trust are set to open a pioneering college at Springfield Hospital.
It will offer courses to patients, staff and carers - covering a range of themes from managing conditions to getting a job.
The facility, deemed to be the first in the UK, is due to open on September 20th.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:56 am
Sutton paramedics ask for a 'Message in a Bottle'
Sutton residents are being urged to join a pioneering scheme which provides lifesaving information to paramedics.
'Message in a Bottle' encourages people to keep special plastic bottles in their fridges containing information such as allergies and contact numbers.
More than 10,000 of these free lifesaving kits have already been sent out to residents.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:52 am
Today is Addington fire station's 50th anniversary
Addington fire station celebrates its 50th anniversary today.
There will be an open day with advice on how to keep safe with food and drinks.
Croydon Fire Brigade Commander, Kevin Biggs says everyone is invited.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:35 am
Woking man attempts to raise money for charity
A Woking man, saved by the Surrey Air Ambulance is aiming to raise £10,000 for the charity.
He will walk 10 miles across the North Downs, starting at Newlands Corner.
Darren Cooper was seriously injured in a car accident over 2 years ago.
He fractured his skull and eye socket and the 27-year-old was airlifted to safety.
The charity need two million pounds a year and is appealing for volunteers to help with collections during September.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:14 am
Surrey County Council launch new website for the London Olympics 2012
Surrey County Council has launched a website to help people benefit from the London Olympics and Paralympic games.
Surrey 2012.info will have information on how to get involved in sport or become a volunteer at the Games.
It will also feature a list of events and activities talking place as well as information for local businesses and tourists.
It's hoped the site will encourage nations partaking in the Games to base themselves in Surrey.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:08 am
AFC Wimbledon have a fantastic start to the season
AFC Wimbledon's great start to the conference season continued yesterday with a 4-0 thumping of Bath City at the Fans Stadium.
Man of the Match Sammy Moore was one of those on the score-sheet.
He says all the players have contributed to the team's success so far.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:05 am
Fulham Striker is injured
Fulham could be without top striker Bobby Zamora for at least 4 months.
He suffered a broken ankle during yesterday's bruising 2-1 win over Wolves.
On Friday he celebrated signing a new four-year deal with the club.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:04 am
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