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Saturday, 17 September 2016
Man from Surbiton swimming the channel for young girl with Cerebral Palsy
A man from Surbiton is trying to raise money to send a child with cerebral palsy to Canada to receive treatment, by swimming the channel.
Tom Garrett of Kingsdowne Road, will take on the 18 mile trip between the 23rd and 28th of September to send his friends daughter Poppy for progressive treatment.
Five year old Poppy was born with un-diagnosed pneumonia and developed cerebral palsy.
Garrett has so far raised just over 1,600 of his 5-thousand pound target.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:15 pm
 
Fulham and AFC Wimbledon play away today
Fulham play Wigan today in the Championship.
It’ll be Fulham’s longest ever unbeaten run against a single opponent in their league history if they avoid defeat.
In League 1, AFC Wimbledon play Charlton in their first match at Charlton Athletic since their reformation.
AFC manager Neil Ardley admits it’ll be a tough match as team playing League Two last term faces the deposed Championship side.
Both games kick off at 3pm.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:11 pm
Epsom and Ewell MP hopes for greater punishment for using mobiles at the wheel
Transport Secretary and MP for Epsom and Ewell, Chris Grayling, supports increasing the punishment for using your mobile while driving.
The government plans to double the current punishment – to 6 penalty points and a £200 fine.
Grayling says he wants it to become as socially unacceptable as drink-driving.
The AA has welcomed the proposals, and policing officer, PC Antony Cope, agrees the use of mobiles is extremely dangerous:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:05 pm
Lib Dem councillors complain as street lights are turned off across Surrey
“Residents in Surrey have been kept in the dark over street light cuts.”
That’s the claim from Lib Dem councilors.
They are criticising the Tory-run council’s decision to turn off 45,000 street lights overnight.
The move is set to start next month with 33,000 lights going off, with the remaining 12,000 scheduled for December
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:20 pm
New report sets out risks of Heathrow expansion: - Kingston MP comments
The All Party Parliamentary Group on Heathrow has published a new report setting out the risks of expansion.
One flagged up, is the security risk of flying more planes over a densely populated and already congested airspace.
The Prime Minister is due to make a decision on expansion in the next few weeks.
MP for Kingston James Berry, is one of the politicians fighting expansion:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:45 am
Luiz and Conte speak about Chelsea's latest defeat
David Luiz's first game back in a Chelsea shirt last night didn't go to plan as they went down to a 2-1 Premier League defeat at home to Liverpool.
The defender was re-signed from Paris Saint-Germain on transfer deadline day - and deputised for the injured John Terry.
He says it's clear his own performances, and those of the team, need to improve:
Meanwhile, Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says he won't allow his side to repeat the mistakes of last season and hopes the defeat at Stamford Bridge will remind his players there's plenty they can do to improve.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:02 am
Reigate and Banstead Council sets up company to deal with government cuts
Reigate and Banstead Council is to set up a commercial property and investment company to help meet funding challenges.
It comes as the council is set to lose its government grant by the end of 2017/18.
The company will be owned by the council and funded by the Public Works Loan Board and commercial sources.
New acquisitions are expected to include a mixture of offices and residential, industrial, and retail properties.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:37 am
Councils across south London tackle pollution
A number of councils have teamed up to try and cut pollution across South London.
Lucy Mayer explains how they are doing this:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:32 am
Free entry to historic buildings across Hounslow
Historic buildings across the borough of Hounslow will be open to the public this weekend.
It’s all part of the Open House 2016 scheme and is partly funded by the council.
There’s free entry to lots of buildings that aren’t usually open to visitors, including Boston Manor House in Hounslow.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:05 am
Investigations continue following attempted robbery in Ashtead
Investigations are continuing after a man attempted to rob two women on their doorstep in Ashtead.
The victims, a woman in her 60s and another in her 70s, were walking back from Ashtead Village towards Timberhill on Wednesday night.
A man approached them from behind and demanded money while threatening them with what was believed to be a knife.
He made off empty handed after neighbours heard a disturbance and went outside to see what was going on.
The suspect is white, potentially in his late teens or early twenties, of medium to slim build and clean shaven.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:36 am
Wallington's David Weir considers retirement
Six time Paralympic Gold medalist David Weir is considering retirement from the track after Rio 2016.
It comes as the Wallington athlete describes his recent performance as ‘terrible’ after finishing sixth in the T54 800meters.
He is aiming to grab his first medal of these games on Sunday which could change his mind on ending his career.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:36 am
Gold chain found by Sutton Police
Police have released an image of part of a gold chain or bracelet which is believed to have been stolen in a burglary in Sutton.
It has a distinctive rope pattern and was found on a man arrested in Croydon on suspicion of handling stolen goods.
If the item of jewellery belongs to you please contact police on 101.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:08 am
Friday, 16 September 2016
Appeal for a missing teenage girl in Feltham
Police are appealing for help to trace a teenage girl missing from Feltham.
15 year old Georgia Chandler was last seen this morning around 11am in Hounslow High Street.
She is white around 5f 6in tall, slim build, has long blonde hair and was last wearing light blue jeans, a peach crop top and blue trainers.
Anyone with information should call police on 101.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:10 pm
Free schools approved in Sutton
The latest wave of free schools approved to open in England have been announced.
The 77 new state-funded schools will be run by academy trusts, community groups, parents and teachers.
Orchard Hill College in Sutton is one of the sites that has had its proposal approved.
It’s to open a new Special School Academy in the borough; a location is yet to be agreed upon.
The Government’s goal is to open 500 more by 2020.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:15 pm
Two males arrested in #Barnes
Two men have been arrested after a fight broke out in Barnes earlier.
The incident meant Suffolk Road had to be closed.
Police shut it shortly after 3.30 to detain the individuals.
Both men have been taken to hospital as a precaution.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:16 pm
Police are searching for a high risk man who has gone missing from #Wimbledon
30 year old Sean McGirr was last seen in the Haydon’s road area last night.
He’s a white male with a tattoo on his right arm saying "Mum and Dad".
Anyone with information should call Police on 101, quoting reference 16MIS041033
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:59 pm
Former Manchester City, Arsenal and Crystal Palace striker Emmanuel Adebayor is close to joining French side Lyon on a free transfer
Head coach Bruno Genesio has confirmed the club are in negotiations after Alexandre Lacazette picked up an injury.
The Togo international has been without a club since leaving Palace in the summer.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:50 pm
A dog owner has fallen foul of Hounslow Council’s enforcement team and been fined after failing to clean up after their pooch
The resident of Thornbury Road turned a blind eye to their dog’s deposit left on Spring Grove Road, Isleworth, which unfortunately for them did not escape the attention of a council enforcement officer, who issued an £80 fixed penalty notice.
The fine follows Hounslow Council’s call for dog owners to clean up their act with its thought-provoking dog fouling poster campaign.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:32 pm
Council insists all found cats are scanned
Wandsworth council has moved to assure residents that any found cats are scanned to see if they have implanted microchips.
It follows a flurry of enquires from people worried they are looking for a cat that is deceased or already found.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:19 pm
A new report has lead Croydon Council to launch a fresh approach to tackle isolation and loneliness.
Early intervention and multi-agency cooperation across the borough are crucial in prevention, according to the report.
As a result of consultations over the summer, there are now calls for it to be treated as a key priority for health professionals.
Mind in Croydon estimates the average cost-saving to statutory services is nearly £4,000 for each person affected.
The Council will now work towards taking forward recommendations and include his work in future developments.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:18 pm
Elderly woman’s suffered serious injuries following a collision in Epsom
An elderly woman’s suffered serious injuries following a collision with a red Jaguar X-type car in Epsom.
It happened around 10.40am this morning on Ashley Road outside the Metro Bank.
The woman in her eighties has been taken to St George’s Hospital.
Police are keen to hear from anyone who assisted the woman at the scene, witnessed the collision or the events leading up to it. If you haven’t yet come forward please call Surrey Police on 101 quoting incident reference P16211595.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:34 pm
Mashood Shah from Woking says his home has been flooded following heavy rain
Five Flood Alerts are in place across Surrey, and the Met Office has issued an Amber Weather Warning.
Crews were called to a block of flats on Addlestone High Street which was affected by flooding, due to heavy downpours overnight.
Fire crews also battled a garage blaze in Old Woking after it was reportedly struck by lightning during a heavy thunderstorm.
Around 20 homes on Walton Terrace in Woking were flooded overnight.
Fire crews helped residents move property to higher ground.
Mashood Shah says, he’s annoyed after his home in Woking was flooded for the third time this year
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:20 pm
Fire crews attended a blaze in Sutton
Fire crews were called to a blaze in Sutton in the early hours of this morning.
An outbuilding was gutted and a vehicle damaged in Victoria Road.
Part of the ground floor and first floor of the three-storey building was also affected.
Five people escaped and there were no reports of any injuries.
The fire is believed to have been caused by discarded smoking materials.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:29 am
Garage blaze after lightning struck an outbuilding in Old Woking
Fire crews battled a garage blaze in Old Woking after it was reportedly struck by lightning during a heavy thunderstorm.
Crews attended to the fire on the High Street at around 2.30am this morning.
No one was injured and the cause of the blaze is now under investigation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:14 am
CCTV Appeal after woman seriously injured in bar brawl in Putney
Police are hunting two men after a woman was struck in the head and seriously injured after being caught up in a bar brawl in Putney.
The victim sustained injuries including a broken shoulder and bleeding to the side of her head, after being hit as two men fought at the Lost & Co bar.
Detectives have released CCTV footage in a bid to trace the suspects.
Suspect 1 is described as a stocky white man 6ft tall with short dark hair and beard. He was seen wearing a grey top, light coloured trousers and dark shoes.
Suspect 2 is described as a muscular white man 6ft tall with short hair. He was seen wearing a blue top, dark trousers and dark shoes.
Police are keen to hear from anyone who may recognise the two men shown on CCTV or those who witnessed the incident.
No arrests have been made at this stage and enquiries are ongoing.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:11 am
Boris Johnson says Heathrow expansion must be consigned to the dustbin
Boris Johnson says the expansion of Heathrow Airport is a "fantasy" and should be "consigned to the dustbin".
According to The Daily Telegraph, the foreign secretary thinks building a new runway at the west London terminal is "the wrong choice".
His comments come after he was excluded from the key Cabinet committee that will decide on airport expansion.
It’s also emerged Theresa May will give ministers a free vote on the issue.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:18 am
Thursday, 15 September 2016
14 year old girl indecently assualted in Epsom- Police release e-fit
Police in Epsom have released an e-fit and are appealing for information after a 14-year-old girl was indecently assaulted yesterday morning.
The girl was walking alone along an alleyway, in Treadwell Road around 8am when the incident took place.
She was talking to a friend on her mobile phone when she was grabbed from behind by a man, who pushed her against a fence and indecently assaulted her.
The man is described as white, in his late 30s or early 40s, 5ft 7 tall and of an average build with short dark hair, brown eyes and a round face. He was wearing denim shorts, a light blue tee-shirt and trainers.
Detective Constable Lewis Flanagan, who is investigating the incident, said: "We are carrying out a number of enquiries and would like to speak to anyone with any information as a matter of urgency. We will be speaking to local schools to ask them to remind pupils of some simple precautions they can take to avoid becoming a victim of a similar offence. We would however, like to reassure the local community that incidents of this nature are extremely unusual and that we are doing everything we can to establish exactly what has happened and identify the offender responsible.”
If you witnessed the incident, or you have any other information which could assist the investigation, please contact Surrey Police on 101, quoting incident reference P16209673 or you can use the online reporting system found at https://report.police.uk/ and enter the reference number in the ‘Additional information' section.
If you do not want to leave your name the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:58 pm
Wallington's David Weir retires from track racing
Wallington’s David Weir has retired from track racing.
He confirmed the decision after finishing 6th in the T4 800 metres at the Rio Paralympics.
Weir says he’ll retire completely after next April’s London Marathon.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:12 pm
Surbiton Fashion designer to showcase her designs in Mayfair
Surbiton based fashion designer, Geeta Handa, started her own label after escaping an abusive marriage in India.
Geeta began her work in 2014, and has now been selected to showcase her designs at an event in Mayfair on Friday.
She spoke to us about some of her inspiration.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:38 pm
Conte says Luiz is ready to go
Chelsea boss, Antonio Conte says new signing; David Luiz is ready to play tomorrow, despite previously saying he would need time.
Luiz is being thrust into the starting line-up after John Terry was ruled out for 10 days after severely bruising the bone in his ankle.
It will be Luiz’s second debut for the blues, after a stint at Stamford Bridge between 2011 and 2014.
Chelsea host Liverpool tomorrow night at 8pm.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:02 pm
A man's been arrested in connection with burglaries in Esher, West Molesey, East Molesey and Claygate
A man in his 40s from Hersham's been arrested in connection with six burglaries across the Elmbridge area.
The breaks in happened overnight this and last month at vets in Esher, West Molesey, East Molesey and Claygate.
Medication and money was stolen.
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:30 pm
Police appeal for witnesses after man stabbed in Wallington
Police are asking for the public’s help after a man was found collapsed with stab wounds in Wallington.
He was discovered in Roundshaw Playing Fields near Vickers Close last Friday evening where officers gave emergency treatment.
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and police are appealing for witnesses.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:01 pm
Screws scattered on cycle path between Wallington and Hackbridge
There are reports of screws being scattered along the cycle path between Wallington and Hackbridge.
The news comes just weeks after similar reports in June.
Police are investigating and have said that anyone found to be deliberately endangering cyclists can expect strong action.
There will be extra patrols in the area and anyone with information is urged to contact Sutton police.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:59 pm
Man charged following incident in Maybury
A man from Woking has been charged with possession of a firearm, intent to endanger life, attempted murder and assault following an incident in Maybury.
According to reports, Mark Anthony Trippit, threatened another man with a suspected firearm before fleeing the scene on Tuesday evening.
The 25 year-old has been remanded in custody and will appear in court later today.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:29 am
Sunbury property issued with Closure Order following complaints of anti-social behaviour
A house in Sunbury has been shut down by the council following reports of anti-social behaviour and noise disruption.
The decision comes after numerous complaints from residents about criminal behaviour and violent domestic incidents at the property.
A woman and her boyfriend living in 2 Broad Oak have now been removed from the house.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:14 am
#NewMalden iconic Fountain Roundabout "to be replaced by Go Cycle route."
Residents at a meeting about the proposed "Go Cycle" scheme were up in arms last night after Kingston council confirmed it is to move the Fountain Roundabout to make way for the scheme.
The £30 million Go Cycle programme includes 10 development schemes. One project, Portsmouth Road, is under construction.
The Fountain Roundabout will now be transformed into a crossroads junction.
But residents have asked us why every household was not consulted on the plans, and why it seems the consultation could only be accessed online; the council has verified some residents were contacted via letter, but only those in the vicinity of the development.
One 92 year old resident, who wished not to be named, told us she has no access to the internet, so was effectively "barred from the consultation."
In a press release, the council said; “We want to encourage more people to cycle and walk by providing better and safer cycle links, footways and crossings throughout the borough. Go Cycle will bring benefits to all residents in the borough, improving public spaces for everyone's enjoyment. Moving around the borough will be easier thanks to better infrastructure and access by foot and bike to community facilities, workplaces, shops, schools, attractions and open spaces in key locations will be improved.”
A number of residents claim they only found out about last night's meeting via the Malden and Coombe Heritage group.
This resident, John Creasey, says his concerns were ignored.
James Giles is Editor in Chief at Coombe Monthly, a community service. He explains to Jackie's Lucy Mayer why he is opposed to the plans.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:32 am
Gold bangle recovered from the Sutton and Merton areas
An image of a gold bangle with a distinctive raise pattern has been released by Surrey police in a bid to find its owner.
It’s believed to have been stolen in the Sutton and Merton areas in July.
If this item of jewellery belongs to you, please contact Detective Constable Neil Flett or Detective Constable David Lawn by calling the Met Police on 101.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:36 am
Croydon Council to invest £6 million in community projects
Croydon Council is to invest over £6 million over 3 years into 35 ‘projects’ with the promise of Better outcomes for local people.
The objectives include finding homes for all, ensure ‘no child is left behind and supporting vibrant and responsible communities.
Each project benefiting will provide regular reports on how the money is being spent, with 15 new organisations receiveing over £800,000 in that time frame.
Councillor Hamida Ali, cabinet member for communities, safety and justice says “The fund is focused on changing the lives of some of the borough’s most disadvantaged communities for the better".
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:31 am
Drivers ignoring 20mph speed limit in Putney have been targeted
Drivers ignoring the 20mph limit in a residential area of West Putney have been targeted by Police in a crackdown on speeding.
Police have been carrying out checks in Dover House Road – a long, straight road linking Putney Heath with the South Circular.
Following a borough-wide consultation earlier this year a 20mph limit is now being introduced in almost all residential roads in Wandsworth.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:30 am
More than £1 million extra a week could be spent by Surrey County Council within 20 years on care for over-65s.
More than £1 million extra a week could be spent by Surrey County Council within 20 years on care for over-65s.
Office for National Statistics figures reveal the number of people living past 65 is expected to rise 107,000 to 328,000 by 2036.
2,600 of them will fall under the county council’s care, up by almost 50% from 5,400 currently.
That would add an estimated £59m to the authority’s annual adult social care bill, equivalent to more than £1.1m a week or around 15% of this year’s budget.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:29 am
Wednesday, 14 September 2016
Shots reportedly fired in Wandsworth
There have been reports of shots fired at a location in Mitcham Lane in Wandsworth.
Police are currently on the scene but no victim has been found and no arrests have been made.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:04 pm
Black Lives Matters protesters from Wandsworth have walked free from court
Nine Black Lives Matter activists, including a young man and woman from Wandsworth, have walked free from court with conditional discharges.
They staged a controversial protest on the runway at City Airport last Tuesday.
The group were all ordered to pay £95 costs each and the equipment used in the protest will be held on to by the police.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:52 pm
A man has been sentenced to life after pleading guilty to the murder of a Dorking man.
21 year old Richard Taylor, pictured above, killed Joe McMinn on the 28th of March.
Taylor was arrested after calling Surrey Police to turn himself in.
He will serve a minimum of 20 years.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:32 pm
On National Cycle to Work day, Carshalton and Wallington MP Tom Brake is encouraging people to get on their bikes.
He hopes the success of the British Cycling Team in Rio will inspire more people to take to two wheels.
According to the census data, only 1.5 per cent of journeys in Sutton are made by bicycle.
Anyone who’s feeling nervous about getting on a bike can attend Sutton Council’s training courses. They’re free and for all levels.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:29 pm
A trader who worked out of Kingston’s Ancient Market for over 35 years, has died.
David Myers passed away this morning at his home in Shepperton, surrounded by his family.
The 77 year old became a firm favourite with the public after he battled Kingston Council back in 2013.
He wanted to be allowed to stay on his music stall, but officials, who have since turned the area into a food court, ordered him to leave.
His son James told Jackie News, “leaving the market place broke his heart, but he was first and foremost a family man, who loved nothing better than being with family.”
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:42 pm
A lorry driver has been taken to hospital in Tooting after his vehicle had a collision with an ambulance.
Emergency services were called to the scene in Reigate shortly before 12 pm today.
The lorry driver sustained serious injuries and the driver of the ambulance has suffered back pain.
A patient in the ambulance also has a minor injury.
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the crash to contact them.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:24 pm
Nurse Pauline Cafferkey - who nearly died after contracting ebola - has been cleared of professional misconduct.
She has been before a disciplinary panel in Edinburgh, accused of allowing a lower temperature to be recorded during checks on her return from Sierra Leone to Heathrow in 2014.
Her legal team argued the threshold for misconduct wasn't met.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:08 pm
MPs are calling on the Government to ban thousands of tumble dryers following a debate in the House of Commons.
Concern comes after a fire ripped through a Shepherd’s Bush block of flats last month, allegedly caused by a faulty Indesit tumble dryer.
Nine families are still in temporary accommodation.
Hammersmith MP Andy Slaughter is campaigning for the dryers to be recalled immediately.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:12 pm
The European Union has seen the Commission's President Jean Claude Juncker deliver his "State of the Union" address this morning, for the first time since the UK voted to leave
Mr Juncker insisted the union was not at risk from Brexit but says the British Government should start the exit process as soon as possible.
British MEP and Surbiton resident Syed Kamall is the leader of the third largest group in the Parliament.
He said it was important politicians in Europe listened to the voices of dissent.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:30 am
The pressure is mounting on Richmond Park MP Zac Goldsmith not to trigger a by election in the constituency
The Conservative has always maintained he would quit if Heathrow expansion got the go ahead.
Officers at the Richmond Park Conservative Association want Mr Goldsmith to consult residents first.
A decision is due imminently.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:27 am
You shouldn’t worry about running for the bus or train this morning, because we’re being encouraged to get on our bikes instead
It’s National Cycle to Work Day.
The purpose of the initiative is to encourage everyone to take to two wheels and cycle to work for at least one day.
Richmond is supporting the event by hosting “Dr Bike” sessions where cyclists can have their bikes checked for free.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:24 am
Richmond Council is welcoming the news that the Government has paused plans to cut funding to community pharmacies
It was announced earlier this year that savings of £170 million were needed, with the biggest impact on independent pharmacies.
Richmond’s cabinet member for Public Health wrote to the Secretary of State asking for a reprieve.
At the time, Lisa Blakemore’s calls went unanswered , however, it now looks like a u-turn is on the cards.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:21 am
Scammers are using fake British gas bills emails to spread a virus through emails
Hundreds of reports have been received by the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau.
The news has prompted Richmond Council to issue a warning to all residents.
The emails look like a real bill, but the links in the email contain a virus that locks you out of your computer.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:20 am
Eighteen litter louts from Hounslow have seen their fines increased by almost 900%
The council took the offenders to court after they failed to pay initial penalties of £50 each.
But the fines were not paid within the requisite ten days, and the eighteen litter bugs appeared in court.
That meant court costs of £200 were implemented in each case, as well as victim surcharges.
Offences were recorded as taking place across the borough from Feltham to Chiswick.
Last year, Hounslow Council spent £4 million on cleaning the streets of rubbish – a figure councilors want slashed.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:20 am
Over 900 people are killed by Cancer in Croydon every year
Today, health bosses will meet to work out how to reduce that figure.
Croydon’s Health and Wellbeing Board will focus on the early detection of the disease.
They say the borough’s breast and bowel screening services are the most challenged.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:19 am
Fatal collision in Balham
A pedestrian’s been killed in a crash with a Porsche 911 in Balham.
The incident happened in Bedford Hill near the junction with Balham Station Road at about 10.20 pm last night.
A 51-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop.
Police believe they know the identity of the pedestrian, a man in his 60s, but formal identification has yet to take place.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:11 am
Youth sentenced after stealing vehicle at knifepoint in Croydon
A teenager’s received a custodial sentence after stealing a car at knifepoint in Croydon.
He’s been sentenced to three years in a Youth Offenders Institution, after pleading guilty to robbery and threatening a woman with a knife.
The 15 year-old stole a vehicle in Elmwood Road on the 8th of February, and later crashed into a parked car in Haslemere Road.
Following an investigation by Croydon police officers, he was arrested and charged.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:20 am
Fatal collision in South Wimbledon
Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in South Wimbledon.
A 48 year-old, male, motorbike rider died after colliding with a car at the junction of Morden Road and Jubilee Way yesterday evening.
Next of kin have been informed and formal identification will take place in due course.
The driver of the car stopped at the scene, he wasn’t arrested.
If you have any information please call police on 101.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:06 am
Tuesday, 13 September 2016
A man who was arrested in Kensington by Counter Terrorism officers has been released on bail until November.
The 61 year old was arrested yesterday afternoon.
A search at an address in Kensington is now complete.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:50 pm
A nursing standards committee is being urged to drop the case against Pauline Cafferkey.
A nursing standards committee is being urged to throw out a case alleging a Scottish nurse who survived ebola deliberately concealed her high temperature when she arrived back at Heathrow Airport.
Pauline Cafferkey contracted the disease in west Africa in 2014.
She took paracetamol to help the temperature, but didn't tell anyone.
James Matthews has been at the hearing in Edinburgh.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:10 pm
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish says defender Pape Souare has undergone surgery on his jaw and thigh after being involved in a car accident.
He's expected to make a full recovery and be discharged from hospital on Friday.
The left-back was airlifted from the scene of the crash on the M4 on Sunday.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:39 pm
A man has been arrested in Kensington by Counter Terrorism officers.
The 61 year old was arrested yesterday afternoon and remains in police custody.
A search is underway at an address in Kensington.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:57 pm
Hounslow Council enforcement officers and police are joining forces for a day of community action around Covent Way in Southall.
Next Thursday, officers will be patrolling the streets and investigating issues that residents are worried about.
The team will also be tackling anti-social behaviour, such as fly-tipping.
The day will include a meeting at the Covent Way Community Centre where people can discuss any further issues of concern.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:37 pm
Today marks the hottest day since September 1911 – with temperatures reaching 34 degrees in Kent.
The heat has led to several water mains bursting across the city – including one in Cadogan Gardens in Chelsea.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:13 pm
#BackHeathrow steps up the support for third runway
Heathrow expansion supporters visited Downing Street today to deliver thousands of letters to Prime Minister Theresa May, telling her that “building a new runway at the UK’s largest port will help secure a bright future for local communities and for our country”.
Earlier in the day, residents who live near the airport in West London, East Berkshire and North Surrey gathered in Parliament Square for a photograph dressed in hard hats and hi-viz jackets to demonstrate their enthusiasm for Heathrow’s new runway.
The supporters, including some from Theresa May’s own Maidenhead constituency, then walked to No.10 Downing Street to deliver the letters to the Prime Minister, accompanied by Lord Soley, former Hammersmith MP.
More than 30,000 residents living near Heathrow have sent messages to the Prime Minister urging her to back expansion.
But leading members of May’s cabinet are also opponents of a third runway.
Boris Johnson, the new Foreign Secretary, has famously said he would lie in front of the bulldozers to stop expansion.
Education Secretary Justine Greening has been a long-standing opponent, and the Chancellor, Philip Hammond, has backed Gatwick.
And Chris Grayling, now in charge at transport, voted against Labour’s proposals in 2009.
A decision is due imminently.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:44 pm
A volunteer with Downs Syndrome at the #Wimbledon Guild is set to celebrate her 50th birthday as well as clocking up more than 5,000 hours of volunteering
Noreen Sheridan works two days a week in the kitchens and has received widespread praise for her dedication to the cause.
She celebrates her 50th birthday on Thursday and has been nominated for the Merton Community awards.
Staff at the cafe surprised Noreen during her shift today by presenting her with a hand-made card ahead of her birthday and cooked her favourite lunch of lasagne and chocolate cake to celebrate.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:38 pm
Ebola affected nurse at misconduct hearing
A Scottish nurse , who nearly died after contracting Ebola in west Africa, is at a misconduct hearing that could see her struck off.
Pauline Cafferkey is accused of allowing a lower temperature to be recorded during checks on her return to Heathrow Airport.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:20 pm
#Heatwave record broken twice in same day
Earlier, it was announced today was the hottest day since 1949.
However, that record was soon broken, with experts saying it’s now the warmest September day since 1911.
The new temp has been recorded in Gravesend, Kent, where it reached 34.4C (93.9F).
Highs of 32.8C or 91F have been recorded at Heathrow and Kew Gardens.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:04 pm
Boundary changes; could the Putney seat be lost?
She won the position of Education Secretary during the cabinet reshuffle – but Putney’s MP could be about to lose her constituency seat completely.
Proposed changes to parliamentary boundaries were announced at midnight, meaning Justine Greening’s seat could disappear.
The idea is to cut the number of MPs by 50, to 600, to save money and give equal weight to each area.
Richmond Park was one of the seats thought to be under threat of going, with voters dispersed to Merton and Kingston, but it has not appeared on the list.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:27 pm
The importance of bees is being celebrated at Brompton Cemetery next week
An after - hours workshop is being held at the famous landmark on Monday to explore how the declining bee population can be boosted.
The session will include honey tasting and a beeswax candle making session.
To find out more, check the Royal Parks website.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:50 pm
Chelsea captain John Terry is likely to miss around 10 days after straining ligaments in his foot during Sunday's 2-all draw with Swansea
He won't be available for Friday's Premier League game with Liverpool.
David Luiz could therefore make his first start since re-joining the club from Paris Saint-Germain.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:50 pm
Rail Minister Paul Maynard has assured passengers he is determined to resolve issues on the Southern network as a "matter of urgency."
The government is to hold talks later this week with Southern Rail, which links London with Surrey and Sussex.
The rail company is embroiled in a long-running dispute with a transport union over the role of guards on new trains.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:49 pm
A couple from Epsom claim they could be forced to leave their baby in India, following a delay in a passport application
Chris and Michele Newman went to Mumbai four months ago to see the birth of their daughter, Lily, to a surrogate mother.
The couple applied for her British passport in June, but it
can only be processed after their current Indian visas run out in October.
Speaking to the Telegraph, they say they were told they should be prepared to fly home without their daughter.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:48 pm
Police say an appeal on Crimewatch last night on a West Molesey murder investigation has provided vital new leads
Police now have a potential identification of a dog walker who was featured on CCTV shown on the programme.
50 year old Robyn Mercer’s body was discovered outside her home in Walton Road in March.
A reward of up to £10,000 is being offered by Crimestoppers for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.
Five people remain on bail in relation to the incident.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:48 pm
Today is officially the hottest day in September since 1949 #heatwave
Highs of 32.8C / 91F have been recorded at Heathrow and Kew Gardens.
That's hotter than Ibiza and Bangkok.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:16 pm
A man from Hounslow, who was arrested last Thursday, has been charged with a terrorism offence
19 year old Haroon Ali-Syed, from Hounslow has today, been charged with: between the 12th of April 2016 and the 9th of September 2016 with the intention of committing acts of terrorism engaged in conduct in preparation for giving effect to that intention, contrary to section 5 (1) (a) Terrorism Act 2006.
He has been remanded in custody to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court at 2pm.
Two men arrested at the same time were released on police bail pending further investigation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:25 pm
London's first college for adults with autism opens in Tottenham and Isleworth
The first college in London exclusively for adults with autism has opened two campuses in Isleworth and Tottenham.
Ambitious College supports young people between the ages of 19 and 25 with complex autism.
The institute, run by the charity Ambitious About Autism helps the students start work and live independently.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:24 pm
The Tube came to #Morden this day 90 years ago
It became an extension to the Northern Line on this day in 1926.
A steam traction engine was used to haul the heavy tube carriages between the holding area and the station. The Morden Underground Station can be seen in the background.
The station was one of the first modernist designs produced for the London Underground by Charles Holden.
Its opening in 1926 contributed to the rapid development of "new suburbs" in what used to be rural Surrey.
The population of the parish increased nine-fold in the decade 1921–1931.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:00 pm
Today could be Britain's hottest September day for more than 55 years #heatwave
The elderly, young children and those with health issues are being warned to stay cool.
Temperatures are expected to hit 32C, around 90F, in south east England and up to 21C, or 70F, in Scotland.
Reporter Laura Bundock is at Kew gardens.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:05 pm
Businesses across #Surrey are being asked to come together to support the #NSPCC
Lucy Mayer explains how.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:53 am
Man treated for life non-life threatening injuries after being struck by a train in Sutton
Emergency services are on the scene at Sutton train station.
They were called at 9.50 this morning to reports of a man being struck by a train.
He’s being removed for the tracks and treated for non-life threatening injuries.
There are delays on Southern between West Croydon and Epsom due to the incident.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:17 am
Bolder Academy in Hounslow will now open in 2018
An Academy in Hounslow, due to open to pupils next September, now won’t open until 2018.
The Department of Education has deferred the opening of Bolder Academy, because a permanent site hasn’t been agreed.
This means that year 6 pupils, who wanted to use it as an option for a secondary school, now won’t be able to.
Once opened, the Academy will serve youngsters in the Brentford and Isleworth areas.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:29 am
Monday, 12 September 2016
Police in Woking are looking for a man after an attempted robbery
An investigation has been launched to find a man who attempted to rob a woman of her handbag in Woking.
She was walking along Oriental Road at about 11.30pm on Saturday 3rd September when she was approached by a man.
She screamed and he grabbed her bag but left without taking it, and made off towards the town centre.
He’s been described as white, around 5ft 7 inches tall and was wearing a chequered shirt and a dark baseball cap.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:21 pm
Heathrow expansion petition cards delivered to Downing Street by protesters
Residents who face losing their homes to make way for a third runway at Heathrow delivered 1,000 petition cards to Downing Street today.
The cards call on Prime Minister Theresa May to oppose the expansion of the country’s largest airport.
90% of people who signed the cards did so because of the noise it would create, while 88% of people were worried about pollution.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:29 pm
Man stabbed his girlfriend to death at their Croydon home after he discovered she planned to leave him
A court’s heard how a man stabbed his partner to death at their home in Croydon after he found out she was planning to leave him.
Pawel Sroka allegedly stabbed Joanna Trojniak six times, including in the face and through the hand with a kitchen knife in March.
Miss Trojniak was planning on leaving Mr Sroka and she’d asked The Post Office for her mail to be redirected to a colleague’s address.
However confirmation of this was sent to her house, which Mr Sroka found.
He then attacked her, called 999 and fled the scene before being found later crying for help.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:17 pm
Clapham Common underground might not be great for hot and bothered commuters, but it’s definitely cool for cats #catsnotads
Faces of homeless kitties have been plastered all over the walls instead of standard adverts.
The crowdfunding campaign has been launched by The Citizens Advice Takeover Service after £23,000 was raised to do it.
James Turner, founder of Glimpse, the creative company behind it all, explains why.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:51 pm
Police have identified a body pulled from the River Thames
Police have confirmed a body that was recovered from the River Thames at the end of August is that of a man missing from Sutton.
58 year old Nigel Armstrong was last seen on the 27th of August and his family has been informed.
Mr Armstrong’s death is not believed to be suspicious.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:57 pm
Crystal Palace defender airlifted to hospital after M4 crash
Crystal Palace have confirmed defender Pape Souare is in hospital after a car accident yesterday.
The left-back suffered injuries to his thigh and jaw bone - and will remain under supervision while receiving treatment.
It's understood the incident occurred on the M4 just outside London.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:12 pm
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was attacked in Wallington
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was mugged on her doorstep by a violent robber in Wallington.
22 year-old, Tia Said, was grabbed from behind and thrown by a man wearing a grey hoodie who stole her handbag.
He’s described as a black man, aged 20-23, of skinny build with a small moustache.
The victim did not require hospital treatment.
Detective Inspector Brett Roche, of Sutton Police station, said at this early stage of the investigation, this incident was being treated as an opportunistic robbery. “We believe the suspect may be local to the area. If you recognise the description or have any information, please contact us.”
Anyone with information should call Surrey police on 101.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:36 pm
West Molesey murder to feature on new Crimewatch programme
The murder of West Molesey resident, Robyn Mercer, is to feature on tonight’s Crimewatch.
The BBC 1 programme will include an appeal about the murder, almost six months to the day after her body was discovered.
The 50-year-old antiques dealer was discovered outside her home in Walton Road on the morning of the 14th of March.
A post mortem revealed that the mother-of-two died from multiple blows to the head.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:10 am
Epsom & Ewell ranked fifth best place to be a girl in the UK
Waverley is apparently the best place to be a girl in England and Wales - but Middlesbrough is the worst.
Epsom & Ewell was also high in the rankings, coming in at fifth, while Elmbridge was seventh.
A study - by the charity Plan International UK - has looked at things like child poverty, educational attainment and teenage pregnancy rates.
Overall inner city areas perform worst and the south-east performs the best.
In the bottom five just above Middlesbrough are Blackpool, Manchester, Nottingham and Liverpool.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:30 am
Liberal Democrats are calling on Merton's elected representatives to reassure EU nationals living in Britain.
A petition will be presented to both local MPs and Merton Council, calling on them to ensure the Government protects the rights of EU nationals post Brexit.
Created by the Lib-Dems- it currently has over 600 signatures and is part of a nationwide campaign by the party.
Lib Dem councillor Mary-Jane Jeanes who will lodge the petition with Merton Council on Wednesday, said:
“During the referendum campaign, many people living and working in the borough told us they were worried about their rights in the UK if we voted to leave the EU. We want the UK Government to reassure them that their rights will be maintained. Nearly three months after the vote, and people still don't know. This uncertainty is damaging business and causing unnecessary worry. We urge our MPs and Merton Council to lobby Government and ensure the rights of EU citizens living in Britain will not be eroded. It's the human thing to do.”
Wimbledon Lib Dem spokesman Carl Quilliam added:
“There's now a pressing need to reassure EU citizens who are living and working here in the UK. Quite simply, the lives of millions of people should not be used as bargaining chips. And with a rise in hate crime across London, it is more important than ever that the Government acts to show EU citizens in our community that they are welcome and will be protected by the full force of the law.”
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:08 am
Sunday, 11 September 2016
Merton Police to hold domestic violence drop-in services
Merton Police will be running two weekly drop in services throughout the week for victims of domestic violence.
The first confidential service will take place later between 9:30 AM and 12 at Morden Baptist church.
The second will be linking women who have left their abusive partners to services in the community at the same time on Thursday at The Salvation Army Building in Morden.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:10 pm
Hayes and Harlington MP urges Owen Smith to rejoin shadow cabinet
Hayes and Harlingon MP John McDonnell has called for Owen Smith to rejoin the Labour front bench if Jeremy Corbyn wins the upcoming leadership election.
Mr Smith who quit as shadow work and pensions secretary in June has said he won’t rejoin the shadow cabinet if he is unsuccessful in beating Mr Corbyn.
Polls suggest the Labour party leader is on course for another resounding victory among party members and the shadow Chancellor McDonnell said Owen Smith could make a major contribution.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:49 pm
Epsom MP has his doubts over emergency service move
E
psom’s MP says he remains “sceptical” about moving emergency services to the Sutton hospital site.
The Chief Executive of Epsom hospital wants to build a new hospital on the Sutton site and integrate services with nearby Royal Marsden.
Chris Grayling says Epsom is not a hospital highlighted recently as facing possible service reductions.
He says the Epsom and St Helier Trust has been seen to be doing a “decent” job in tackling its financial issues.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:26 pm
Back to university in Kingston for just £13
And if you fancy going back to university and you are of what’s described as a mature age, you can do so in Kingston for just £13
The University of the Third Age is now a world-wide movement, designed to offer older residents the chance to learn.
The organisation in Kingston is celebrating its 25 years in existence with a day-long exhibition at the United Reform Church in Eden Street in the centre of the town.
That’s at the end of October.
A wide range of topics are on offer including history where people can learn about the seven kings crowned in the royal borough.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:47 pm
Third runway at Heathrow could be decided by a free vote
A former government minister has poured scorn on a free vote over the future of Heathrow Airport.
Channel Four News interviewed Grant Schapps after it was revealed that the thorny issue could be left to a vote where the cabinet votes individually over a third runway for Heathrow or Gatwick.
It was revealed when a document carried on the tube by a civil servant was filmed by another passenger.
It discussed the "potential waiving of collective responsibility".
The government had announced that a third runway should be built at Heathrow.
However the Department for Transport said further investigation into noise, pollution and compensation would be carried out.
But Mr Schapps said Britain should show it’s open for business.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:00 pm
Teddington running star tweets from the track
Teddington-based Olympic legend Mo Farah has started the Great North Run – with a tweet.
He is aiming to be the first athlete to win the event three times in a row.
He wished all the runners success and was wished good luck himself by Richmond Chamber of Commerce on Twitter.
Many believe Farah will be knighted after successfully retaining his Olympic titles in the five-thousand and ten-thousand metre races in Rio.
The race got underway at 10 am for wheelchair users, while Farah and the others started at 10.40.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:49 am
Police helicopter called out in rail incident in Hammersmith and Fulham
Hammersmith and Fulham Police have been in action overnight after reports that a man had fallen onto the railway line.
They tweeted that they had help from the British Transport Police dealing with the incident.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:37 am
Mo Farah made more history in the Great North Run
Teddington-based Mo Farah has become the first man to win the Great North Run three times in a row.
Farah pulled away from American Dathan Ritzenhein in the last mile.
The athlete started the Great North Run – with a tweet.
He wished all the runners success and was wished good luck himself by Richmond Chamber of Commerce on Twitter.
Many believe Farah will be knighted after successfully hanging onto his Olympic titles in Rio.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 am
A new care home to open in Hampton Wick
A new care home for people with learning disabilities is to open in Hampton Wick.
The new 10 bed residential home and supported living units will be built in Normansfield Avenue.
Permission was simultaneously granted at a council meeting on Wednesday to demolish the current, outdated Silver Birches home.
The families of people living there have already been consulted on the proposals.
Affordable housing will also be given a boost with 15 residential units earmarked for development as part of the proposals.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:00 am
Mother of man who tried to shoot Donald Trump finally meets with her son
The mother of the man who tried to shoot Donald Trump has described how it was to finally see her son in prison.
Lynne Sandford, of Dorking, was granted permission to see her son, Michael, twice over the past couple of days, but the two were separated by wire mesh.
Sandford described the meetings as heart-wrenching, but added the second meeting as easier than the first.
She is currently campaigning to bring her son home to serve his sentence in the UK.
20 year-old Michael could serve up to 10 years in jail for trying to take a police officer’s gun and shoot the presidential candidate.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:00 am
London could see hottest September day in 100 years
London and the South-East could be facing one of the hottest Septembers in 100 years as temperatures are predicted to reach up to 31 degrees next week.
Temperatures are likely to rise this weekend from the mid-twenties and reach the scorching numbers on Tuesday.
A Met Office spokesperson says “This is as a result of air being drawn north and westwards from Europe where it has been very hot recently”.
The hottest September day on record came in 1934 when it was 28.3 degrees in Camden Square.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:23 am
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