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Saturday, 17 August 2019
More Homes are to be developed in Putney
Bosses redeveloping an estate in Putney have been given the go ahead to build more homes on the site.
1,000 properties are due to be built on the Kersfield Estate alongside the four storey blocks that already exist.
41 more homes have now been given the go-ahead by Wandsworth Council.
Redevelopment plans also include replacing trees and planting, landscape improvements, bike and refuse storage.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:43 pm
 
Under a quarter of claims to Surrey County Council about roads are successful
Under a quarter of claims to Surrey County Council about potholes, roads and pavements have been successful.
New Freedom of Information Data from the Federation of Small Businesses shows that just under £200,000 has been spent on repairs.
Brian Woods, regional chair of the lobbying organisation, says “it’s clear the government and local authorities need to sit up and take notice”.
Surrey County Council has been contacted for comment.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:25 pm
Regeneration of car park in Ashtead
Drivers in Ashtead are being warned to expect delays from next month.
Refurbishment work is set start at Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall car park on September the 2nd.
It’s part of a £1 million project to refurbish all of Mole Valley District Council’s car parks.
It is estimated that the work will take ten weeks to complete.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:23 pm
Women are being asked to join a new equalities commission in Hammersmith and Fulham
The independent Women’s Equality Commission will centre around female empowerment.
It’ll also aim to improve the route to equality for all women, borough-wide.
Those interested in finding out more should contact the council.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:50 pm
Two men have been arrested following four linked inappropriate sexual incidents in Elmbridge and Woking
The first two incidents happened on the evening of the 13th of August in Walton, when a woman witnessed a man exposing himself and later another woman was touched from behind by a man.
On the 14th, at around 6pm, a man with a similar description followed a young teenager in Woking.
Then, on the 15th of August, at about 3pm, another young woman was grabbed from behind on a footpath in Weybridge.
Anyone who believes they have information that could help the enquiry, or may have been a victim of the man, is asked to contact Surrey Police urgently on 101.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:00 pm
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses following the death of a teenager in Brixton
18 year old Solomon Small was stabbed and killed just before 2pm on Corrance Road on Thursday.
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a short foot chase by police officers.
Anyone who saw what happened or who has further information should call police on 101.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:04 pm
Gary Cahill is set to make his Crystal Palace debut against Sheffield United tomorrow.
First team defenders Mamadou Sakho and James Tomkins are out with injuries and manager Roy Hodgson says the player has impressed in training.
The former England international was with Chelsea for 7 years but left this summer when his contract ran out.
He only played 22 minutes of Premier League football last season.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:00 pm
The family of Wandsworth teenager Nora Quoirin have claimed her body after she was found dead in a jungle in Malaysia.
The 15-year-old went missing from the resort she had been staying at with her parents and siblings.
Police say she starved to death and there is no suspicion of foul play.
However the family say they hope to find “more answers” to their many questions.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:00 pm
Fulham got their second win in a row after beating Huddersfield Town 2-1 in the Championship.
Aleksander Mitrovic and Ivan Cavaleiro got the goals for the Whites.
Terriers’ boss Jan Siewert was sacked following the loss, having won 1 out of his 19 games in charge.
But it was another win for Cottagers’ manager Scott Parker, who was pleased with how his team played.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:00 am
Croydon Council have appointed its first specialist social worker to fight FGM.
The specialist will focus on those who have been through it, and supporting those living in fear of it.
There’s an estimated 3,500 women in the borough who have been affected by the crime at some point in their lives.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:00 am
Unpaid carers in Richmond are being urged to have their say on plans to digitise Adult Social Care in the borough.
The Council has been awarded funding by the LGA to explore how digital technology can be of benefit.
It's seeking views from anyone who cares for an adult friend, family member or neighbour to help develop a prototype.
Part of the feedback will be to recruit unpaid carers for the testing phase of the project.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:00 am
A woman from Chiswick has been named Volunteer of the Year at the National Tennis Awards.
The accolade has been handed to Marina Foxlee by the LTA, the team behind the Wimbledon Championships.
Marina is Committee Chair of the Gunnersbury Triangle Club, based near Acton Town station.
The club says her inspiration has helped it improve its multisport facilities and includes disabled access.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 am
Proposed new car parking charges in Merton are likely to be revised after it was discovered the council failed to follow its own procedures.
The price hike, which could be up to as much as 130%, would see parking in Wimbledon rise from £1.20 to £4.50 in some areas.
Councillor Anthony Fairclough argued the council had failed to consult relevant groups, including people with disabilities and pregnant women.
The council stated groups had been contacted by email, but these were not followed up as they should have been when there was no response.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 am
Yesterday's heavy rain saw up to 80mm hitting parts of the UK after a severe yellow weather warning had been issued.
Singer Liam Payne was forced to cancel an outdoor charity concert in Chiswick because of the wet weather, and bookmakers Coral said it had to suspend betting on this month being the wettest on record.
The heaviest rainfall was in Killowen in Northern Ireland, where nearly 30mm of rain fell over a 12-hour period.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:00 am
A former Boots employee, who pocketed £16,000 in cash from tills as he served customers at Heathrow, was sentenced today to 18 months imprisonment, suspended for 12 months.
42-year-old Russell Libranda from Hanworth resigned from the store in November.
Store security reported him to the police after spotting his criminal actions on CCTV.
He was arrested and his flat searched, where £6,000 in cash, numerous iPhones and designer clothes were found.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:00 am
A man has been found guilty of stabbing a stranger to death outside a shop following a row.
25-year-old Jahmel Riley used a large hunting knife to slash Dennis Anderson in the neck, at an off-licence on Lordship Lane, East Dulwich.
The incident which happened in the early hours of 10th February after Riley was refused a cigarette.
He was found guilty of murder at the Old Bailey. Sentencing will take place on Tuesday.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 am
A 38-year-old man from Norwood has been arrested on suspicion of the theft of a valuable violin.
The incident took place on a Thameslink service between Brighton and East Croydon on 11th June.
The man has been released on police bail and the violin has also been recovered.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:00 am
A world famous food outlet is set to make a return to Epsom.
Kentucky Fried Chicken will be returning back to the town after a 25 year absence.
The store is opening its doors in the High Street on Monday and will see the creation of 30 new jobs.
The franchise owners have also said they planned to donate £1,000 to Love Me, Love My Mind, which is a mental health charity based in Epsom.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:00 am
Friday, 16 August 2019
Two men were taken to hospital after a flat fire in Hammersmith last night.
One resident was from the affected flat and a further individual from the adjacent building.
Flames were under control by half past ten.
Part of the second floor of the flat was damaged.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:46 pm
The boss of Cathay Pacific has resigned, after staff took part in protests in Hong Kong.
Rupert Hogg says he has to "take responsibility" in light of recent events.
It follows pressure from Beijing, after China's aviation regular banned those participating in the demos from crewing flights to the mainland.
The airline, which is Hong Kong’s biggest, was forced to suspend its flights in and out of Heathrow during the protests this week.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:09 pm
A man has been found guilty of stabbing a stranger to death outside a shop following a row.
Twenty five year old Jahmel Riley used a large hunting knife to slash Dennis Anderson in the neck, at an off-licence on Lordship Lane, East Dulwich.
The incident which happened in the early hours of 10th February after Riley was refused a cigarette.
He was found guilty of murder at the Old Bailey. Sentencing will take place on Tuesday.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:09 pm
A clinician is facing jail for failing to cooperate with an inquest into the death of a teenager with mental health issues.
A clinician is facing jail for failing to cooperate with an inquest into the death of a teenager with mental health issues.
19 year old Sophie Bennett killed herself at Lancaster Lodge, a care facility in Richmond in 2016.
The man in charge of her care there, Duncan Lawrence, failed to attend or disclose any evident at the inquest into her death.
He’s appeared at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court to admit the failure and could now be jailed.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:09 pm
A teenage girl arrested in connection with a hit and run in Chessington has been bailed.
Police made a further two arrests yesterday in connection with the murder of 25 year-old Liam Dent in July.
A 19 year old man arrested alongside the girl remains in police custody.
Two other men previously arrested in connection with the incident have been bailed to a date next month.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:06 pm
The family of teenager Nora Quoirin say she died "in extremely complex circumstances".
Malaysian police say the 15-year-old, who attended a special needs school in Wandsworth, starved to death in the jungle.
She disappeared during on the first day of a family holiday a fortnight ago.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:00 pm
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says he's "disgusted" after someone he describes as a "so-called Chelsea fan" sent racist abuse online to Tammy Abraham.
The striker was targeted after missing the crucial penalty in Wednesday's European Super Cup shoot out defeat to Liverpool.
Lampard has praised Abraham's strength.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:00 pm
South Western Railway is going to be affected by strike action at the end of the month.
The RMT Union has announced a four day walk-out from August the 30th.
Members are demanding a guarantee that trains will not run without guards on board.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:30 pm
Kingston Council says it is not aware of any plans to redevelop the Seething Wells filter beds in Surbiton.
The beds are the most protected site of nature conservation in the borough.
Kingston’s Green Party says it has heard “credible information from local people about the Lib Dems giving in to the developers.”
Kingston Council has issued this statement.
"Seething Wells is designated as Metropolitan Open Land (MOL) which is privately owned.
The site is a conservation area, with high biodiversity value as well as being in close proximity to a listed structure. Over the years, there has been interest in Seething Wells and its future. The council can confirm that there is currently no planning application for development of the site. If a planning application was submitted, residents would be made aware.
As the planning authority, the council is committed to making sure all works carried out on the site are monitored to ensure there are no breaches of planning control. Any works to the site that have a detrimental impact on the local wildlife is a matter for the police to investigate under the The Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981."
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:23 pm
The amount of people using a free packed lunch service in Addlestone has increased by 32% on last year.
The Summer Lunch Project is a collaboration between St Paul’s Church of England Primary, HeBrews Coffee and Loaves and Fishes.
It has handed out 525 lunches so far this year to children to help parents struggling with food costs over the summer break.
The project will run until the end of August.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 pm
A teenager stabbed to death in Brixton yesterday has been named as Solomon Small.
The 18 year old was attacked just before 2pm in Corrance Road.
A 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of murder after a short foot chase by police officers.
He currently remains in police custody.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:57 pm
A man from Stanwell has admitted attempted murder.
50 year old Vincent Fuller attacked a 19 year old man in a Tesco car park on the 16th of March.
He thrust a knife through the window of Dimitar Mihaylov's car slashing him.
Fuller denies the attack was terrorism related but admitted it was racially motivated.
He’ll be sentenced next month.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:00 pm
A rogue batch of heroin is thought to be circulating in Surrey.
Two men from Woking have been hospitalised over the last day and police say their conditions may be linked to the supply of drugs.
It’s not clear if the drug in question is heroin or a derivative of it.
There’s no word on the conditions of the men aged 50 and 42.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:34 pm
Supermarket giant Lidl is set to give business a boost in Hammersmith.
An 18,200sq ft store is to open in Kings Street Mall.
It will be nearly double the size of the average UK branch of the German retailer.
It’s due to open next year.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:54 pm
A man who went missing from Fetcham yesterday evening has been located.
Police have offered no more information on where the man was located.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:16 pm
Residents in Twickenham are being invited to have their say on climate change
A meeting held by Richmond and Twickenham Friends of the Earth will discuss the pressing challenges of climate change.
People will also get the chance to hear about all the practical ways they can preserve the planet.
The meeting takes place on the 10th of September at The Exchange in London Road.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:30 pm
A horse has become a big hit for adults and children with disabilities thanks to funding from Richmond Council
Samson was purchased by Park Lane Stables in November 2017 with a £5,000 Civic Pride grant.
A new carriage driving project has since seen 95 people with disabilities taking part with the help of a new wheelchair carriage.
The stables provide a caring facility for disabled people with opportunities to ride and care for horses and ponies.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:05 pm
Sutton has completed its first programme of new council house building for 30 years
93 new homes have been built in total.
15 were finished last October, and 21 new houses and 57 new flats are now ready for people to move in.
The building programme has been made possible by changes in financial regulations allowing councils to borrow to build council housing.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:12 am
Andy Murray has decided he'll play no part in this month's US Open tennis championships
The former world number one has decided not to play doubles in New York saying he wants to focus on his singles career again.
The Wimbledon Champion will instead play at the ATP event in Winston-Salem next week before considering entering a tournament on the Challenger Tour.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:05 am
Malaysia's deputy prime minister is meeting the family of London teenager Nora Quoirin, who was found dead on Tuesday
The teenager - who had learning difficulties - went missing from a resort and her body was discovered several days later.
Tests reveal she died from prolonged hunger and stress.
The country's deputy PM, Wan Azizah Ismail, says it's a tragedy for everyone.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:36 am
Sutton has completed its first programme of new council house building for 30 years.
93 new homes have been built in total.
15 were finished last October, and 21 new houses and 57 new flats are now ready for people to move in.
The building programme has been made possible by changes in financial regulations allowing councils to borrow to build council housing.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:59 am
Further arrests made in Chessington murder investigation
Police have made a further two arrests in connection with a hit-and-run accident in Chessington that resulted in a death.
Twenty-five-year-old Liam Dent was hit by a car in Moor Lane on July 26th.
The driver did not stop and Dent, from Chessington, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Yesterday a 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder while a 17-year-old girl was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
Two other males arrested in connection with the incident have been bailed to a date next month.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:17 am
Fulham go for second Championship win of season
Two teams relegated from the Premier League last season meet tonight at the John Smith’s Stadium.
Huddersfield, in search of their first win of the season, entertain Fulham.
Kick-off is 7.45pm.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:55 am
Chelsea crackdown on ticket touts
Chelsea is running an ongoing undercover operation against ticket touts operating around Stamford Bridge.
The club has taken legal action against eleven people, one of whom has been jailed for six months.
The operation will continue throughout the 2019-20 season.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:14 am
Thursday, 15 August 2019
A friend of Princess Diana has been fined £1,000 after failing to stop after an accident in Fulham
Lady Cosima Somerset was driving along Fulham High Street when she pulled out into the path of a cyclist, knocking them off.
CCTV footage showed she didn’t stop after the incident in February.
Lady Cosima admitted two charges of driving without due care and attention and failing to stop and give details of an accident.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:59 pm
Police are urging people not to rough sleep on open land in Tolworth
Officers say they discovered two “new encampments” on Tolworth Court Farm this morning.
They say they’re going to return to help one of the men find better accommodation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:00 pm
Anti-racism organisation Kick It Out's Troy Townsend wants social media platforms to take more responsibility
Online abuse was aimed at Chelsea's Tammy Abraham following his crucial penalty miss in last night's European Super Cup defeat to Liverpool.
Townsend says they are fed up of having to put out the same message.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:00 pm
Kingston hospital is urging A Level-students to consider a career in the NHS
Nearly half a million youngsters received their results today.
NHS leaders across London, including Kingston, are calling on young people to think about nursing when they take on their degrees.
More than 7,000 extra nursing places are being offered by the service in higher education from next month.
The NHS is one of the top ten employers in the world.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:08 pm
A person has died at Clapham North station
Police were called just before 5pm to reports of a casualty on the tracks.
The death is not currently being treated as suspicious.
Officers are now working to identify the person and inform their family.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 pm
Stormzy has announced the second year of his scholarship programme
The grime star, who is living in Kingston, will pay tuition fees for two more students from a black, Asian and minority ethnic background attending the University of Cambridge.
He'll also continue to cover costs for the first two students supported by the scheme as they enter their second year at the Uni.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 pm
Ruaridh McConnochie will make his England rugby union debut a week later than planned on Saturday.
The Bath wing was picked in the team to face Wales at Twickenham for the World Cup warm-up match last Sunday.
But he was among a trio of late withdrawals due to injury.
England assistant coach Scott Wisemantel says McConnochie deserves his chance against the Grand Slam champions.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:00 pm
The legal cases challenging the Government’s support for Heathrow expansion are to be live streamed from the Court of Appeal.
The hearings will be heard over 6 days from the 17th of October.
The High Court dismissed judicial review claims made by five separate parties, including Richmond Council and Greenpeace, in May.
They’d been trying to prove the Government’s Airports National Policy Statement, approved by Parliament last year, was unlawful.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:00 pm
Police have confirmed the death of a man in Feltham is not being treated as suspicious.
Officers were called to a pond near St Lawrence’s Church on Tuesday morning.
A man, believed to be aged 54, who was declared dead at the scene.
Next of kin has been informed.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:30 pm
A teenager’s been stabbed to death in Brixton
The 18-year-old man was found in Corrance Road on the Clapham/Brixton border just before 2 o’clock this lunchtime.
A 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of murder.
He remains in custody.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:07 pm
A public mass will be held for Nora Quoirin tonight at the family’s church in Clapham Park.
Friends of the teenager also gathered at St Bede’s, a Catholic Church, last night to pay their respects.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 pm
Digger and shipping containers catch fire in Croydon
Four fire engines and around 25 firefighters have been called to a fire at a haulage site in Beddington Lane.
A digger and two shipping containers are alight.
The fire is not connected to the gas leak further along the same road.
The Brigade was called just before 3pm.
Fire crews from Wimbledon, Addington, Brixton and Sutton fire stations are at the scene.
The cause of the blaze is not known at this stage.
The fire isn’t related to a nearby gas leak.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:57 pm
Over 400 people have been evacuated from their homes after a gas leak in Croydon
A main ruptured in Beddington Lane just before 1 o’clock at lunchtime.
Firefighters are carrying out a sweep of the area and assisting gas engineers.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:53 pm
Thames Water says it doesn’t know when work on a major route through Wimbledon will be completed.
Worple Road is closed in both directions at the junction with Edge Hill.
The work being carried out is to prevent sewerage flooding.
Thames Water says repairs are taking longer than expected due to the complicated nature of the work.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:30 pm
Kingston University’s Clearing hotline has taken almost 2,000 calls today
Beth Taswell is one of those manning the phones.
Susan Watson is an Associate Professor.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:56 pm
Authorities in Malaysia say Nora Quoirin died from internal bleeding thought to be caused by prolonged hunger and stress.
They say there's no evidence the teenager, who attended a special needs school in Wandsworth, was kidnapped.
A post-mortem exam found no sign of physical abuse.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:33 pm
Nominations for this year’s Elmbridge Sports Awards are now open.
The annual ceremony rewards residents who have excelled in or show dedication to the world of sports.
This can be anyone in the borough from coaches to volunteers.
The awards ceremony will be held on Friday the 13th of December .
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:00 pm
A man who attacked several people with a knife in Thornton Heath has been jailed for 21 years.
32 year old Samiualahq Akbari called his cousin one night in January whilst heavily drunk and said he wanted to “kill English people”.
After the call, his cousin travelled to Thornton Heath to check on him.
They both went to a fast food shop and while Akbari was inside his cousin contacted police.
Akbari ran off to a kebab shop on London Road where he took a large knife from behind the counter.
He went to a nearby pub and lunged the knife at customers who managed to escape.
He also lunged at a person shopping in a Tesco store before running off and eventually being detained by police in a garden.
He was charged with attempted murder.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:57 pm
The South East Coast Ambulance Service has finally been given a “good” overall rating
It’s after three years of special measures imposed by the regulator.
The inspectors say the trust provides safe, responsive and well-led services.
The Care Quality Commission also noted that a “culture of bullying” has eased, with staff more confident about speaking up.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:04 am
Police in Malaysia say missing teenager Nora Quoirin died of intestinal damage.
The 15-year-old, who went to a special needs school in Wandsworth, disappeared 11 days ago while on holiday at a jungle resort.
Authorities say her body was discovered near a stream on Tuesday.
Police chief Mohamad Mat Yusop says there's no evidence of any foul play, and the family are free to take Nora home.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:27 am
A convicted killer who disappeared 3 months ago after being released on licence has been found
66 year old Joseph Bagley was found in Kent.
He was jailed for life in 1978 for the murder of a taxi driver, and previously escaped from prison in Weybridge.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:13 am
James Cracknell says his Strictly Come Dancing dreams "nearly came to an end" after a bike crash in London
The former rower from Chiswick, who's one of 15 celebrities signed up for the show, was injured in an accident involving a minicab.
He posted a video to Twitter saying he luckily only suffered "a bit of road rash and a damaged ego".
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:41 am
Queues are back to the M25, after a fire in Staines on the A30
The blaze broke out at Signature Car Hire before 4 this morning.
A picture shows the roof partially destroyed.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:04 am
A teenager from Streatham who went missing in Malaysia died due to prolonged hunger and stress, according to local police
Authorities say there’s no evidence of kidnapping or sexual abuse.
15 year old Nora Quoirin went missing on the 4th of August.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:05 am
Former worker at St Peters in Chertsey is sentenced for upskirting a colleague
A former worker at St Peter’s Hospital in Chertsey has been sentenced after taking upskirt pictures of a female colleague.
41 year old Ian Newby pleaded guilty to outraging public decency after being arrested near the London Eye for a similar offence.
He’s been given a 14 week suspended sentence, although had he actually been convicted of upskirting he’d face a sentence of two years.
A spokeswoman for the St Peter’s Hospital Trust says they supported the investigation and provided support to the woman affected.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:12 am
MP Sarah Wollaston joins Streatham MP by defecting to the LibDems
MP Sarah Wollaston, who left the Tories to join Change UK, has now switched to the Lib Dems.
The Remainer resigned from the Tories in February over the party's handling of Brexit.
She defected to the newly created, Change UK, along with Streatham MP Chuka Umunna - who's also recently joined the Lib Dems.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:38 am
Army Captain praised for saving life in Streatham
A former Army captain is being praised for saving the life of a teenager who was shot in Streatham Hill.
39-year-old Rich Roberts was returning home when a gunman fired twice at the 19-year-old victim in Morrish Lane last Wednesday.
Roberts immediately crawled behind parked cars until he reached the teen and then used his belt to stop the bleeding from a leg wound.
He says he used the life-saving skills he had learned whilst serving in Afghanistan.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:33 am
Heathrow Expansion could be scrapped
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has hinted that the Government could scrap Heathrow expansion.
He’s told Sky News that he has questions about whether the whole plan “stacks up.”
He’s urging Heathrow to clarify how it’s going to bring in enough income to justify the amount spent on it.
Mr Shapps says he’ll be watching the appeals hearing in October very closely.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:39 am
Wednesday, 14 August 2019
Liverpool have won the European Super Cup after beating Chelsea on penalties
The game finished 2-2 after extra time with Sadio Mane scoring a brace for the Merseysiders.
They've added the trophy to the Champions League title they won at the end of last season.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:58 pm
Police are hunting a man in connection with the theft of thousands of pounds worth of jewellery from a house in Chertsey
Thieves broke into a property in Escott Place sometime between 11am and 2pm last Wednesday.
The jewellery stolen included the victim’s mother’s 22ct gold wedding set.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:00 pm
A teenager from Wandsworth has died whilst on holiday in Spain
It’s believed 18 year old Josie Clacher drowned in the pool at a villa in Majorca, where she was staying with friends and family.
It’s thought Josie is the daughter of Rachel Clacher, who co-founded phone answering service Moneypenny.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:00 pm
A manhunt is underway following an assault and robbery in Walton
A 19 year old male was approached by a man he didn’t know on Terrace Road near Waterside Drive on Monday evening around 10.
The victim was attacked and had his phone, cash and bag stolen.
The suspect is described as white, in his 30s, around 5ft 6, skinny and tanned with short black hair.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 pm
Police are searching for a man from Chertsey who is wanted in connection with a serious assault
30 year old Michael Benjamin Duggan is white; around 6ft, of a medium build, with short brown hair and a light beard.
He also goes by the names of Michael Benjamin Douglas and Lee Lillocu.
He has links to Staines, Stanwell, Spelthorne, Walton and Reading.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 pm
Chelsea forward Pedro believes tonight's Super Cup game against Liverpool is a chance to get their season back on track
After getting thrashed by Manchester United 4-0 on Sunday, the Europa League Champions are looking to make amends against the European Champions in Istanbul.
Pedro says a win would be very important.
Stephanie Frappart will become the first female referee to take charge of a major men's final.
Kick-off is at 8pm.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:58 pm
A man has been jailed for 5 years following an assault in Richmond
19 year old Blaine Brown pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
It was reported Brown shouted “are you looking at my girlfriend” before attacking a 19 year old at Richmond Station back in March.
The victim suffered memory loss and serious life changing injuries.
Brown will serve a further four years on license.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:54 pm
Madness are offering public sector workers free tickets for a music festival at Clapham Common later this month
The ska band are headlining House of Common on Bank Holiday Monday.
They’re extending the invitation to nurses, doctors, police officers, teachers and members of the fire brigade.
They’re allowed two tickets and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:16 pm
Rapid Camera returns to Twickenham
A camera which monitors anti-social behaviour is back in Twickenham.
The so-called Rapid Camera has been placed in Moormead open space specifically to help police tackle the crime over the summer holidays.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:03 pm
Chelsea forward Pedro believes tonight's Super Cup game against Liverpool is a chance to get their season back on track.
After getting thrashed by Manchester United 4-0 on Sunday, the Europa League Champions will be looking to make amends against the European Champions in Istanbul.
Stephanie Frappart will become the first female referee to take charge of a major men's final.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:50 pm
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is determined to take his first chance to win some silverware as a manager later
Last season's Europa League winners, face European champions Liverpool in the Super Cup in Istanbul tonight.
Lampard says it's a great opportunity to show his side can compete with the best teams in the continent this season.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:26 pm
The former chancellor has accused Boris Johnson of betraying the result of the Brexit referendum by preparing for a no-deal
Philip Hammond says the Prime Minister has set the bar too high for any successful EU negotiations.
The Runnymede and Weybridge MP also says most people want a close relationship with Europe to protect jobs and the economy.
Shadow education secretary Angela Rayner says it's up to MPs to take action.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:28 pm
People in Southfields are being urged to be vigilant, after two attempted muggings near the tube station
They happened in the early morning and mid-afternoon yesterday.
There have yet to be any arrests.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:50 am
Members of an organised crime group who carried out an armed robbery at a pub in Worcester Park have been jailed
The eight gang members stormed the HG Wells in October 2017, stabbing one person in the thigh and attempting to steal a safe.
Four of them were wearing masks and orange boiler suits, while others acted as lookouts and getaway drivers.
They’ve been jailed for a total of more than 100 years.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:05 am
A person has died after being been hit by a train at Clapham Junction
It’s believed it happened just before 9.
Trains are currently delayed by over 30 minutes in the area, with some at a standstill.
Emergency services, including the air ambulance, are at the scene.
Officers are now working to identify them and inform their family.
It’s not being treated as suspicious.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:16 am
A post-mortem examination is being carried this morning out on the body of a Streatham teenager who went missing in the Malaysian jungle
Nora Quoirin's remains were found next to a stream yesterday, nine days after she vanished.
The 15-year-old was discovered around 2 kilometres from the resort where she was staying with her family.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:41 am
Residents at The Royal Star & Garter Home in Surbiton have been visited by farmyard animals
Donkeys, goats, pigs, geese, ducks and chicks dropped into the charity.
Studies show the stroking animals has a beneficial impact on health; reducing stress and lowering blood pressure.
The Royal Star & Garter cares for ex-Servicemen and women and their partners living with disability or dementia.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:15 am
Roehampton University wants dedicated student bus service
The University of Roehampton is asking Transport for London for a dedicated student bus service to and from Hammersmith Bridge.
The on-going closure of the bridge on safety grounds means a lot of routes are now inaccessible.
TfL is consulting on the request with the university saying it would contribute some funding towards the route.
However, Richmond Council is urging TfL to reconsider a “student only bus” saying it should be available to everyone.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:05 am
Woman hit by police car in Kensington
A woman's been taken to hospital after being struck by a police car in Kensington.
The incident involving a marked police car happened on Warwick Road near the junction with Kensington High Street just before 10 last night.
The woman’s condition is not known at this time.
It's not clear whether police were responding to an emergency call at the time; an investigation's been launched.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:10 am
Brentford lose to League Two Cambridge United in EFL Cup
League One Lincoln City will host Premier League Everton after they shocked Huddersfield Town to reach the second round of the League Cup.
They were 1-nil winners at the John Smith's Stadium last night.
Brentford also lost to lower opposition.
They were beaten 5-4 on penalties by League Two side Cambridge United.
The score was 1-all after 90 minutes at Griffin Park.
There was another penalty shoot-out at Loftus Road after QPR and Bristol City finished 1-all.
Rangers won the shoot-out 5-4.
AFC Wimbledon failed to make it to the next round after a 4-2 penalty kick loss to MK Dons at Kingsmeadow.
Both teams were locked at 2-all after regulation time.
In the National League Sutton drew 1-all at Eastleigh.
Hampton & Richmond Borough went down 3-2 at Oxford City in the National League South Division.
Kingstonian continued their steady start to the Isthmian Premier League with a 1-all draw at Wingate & Finchley.
Corinthian Casuals lost 1-nil to Merstham at the King George’s Field in Tolworth.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:06 am
Tuesday, 13 August 2019
A 92 year old has been seriously injured after she was allegedly hit by a mobility scooter in Feltham High Street
Irmgard Wicken has a broken leg, arm and wrist after being struck from behind while shopping a week ago.
Her family has told the Evening Standard they are considering legal action if they can track down the rider.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:36 pm
Teenage tennis sensation Coco Gauff has received a wild-card into the main draw of the US Open
It will be the 15 year old's second Grand Slam tournament following her magical run to the fourth round at Wimbledon last month.
Gauff became the youngest player to qualify for the championships at the All-England club.
She upset five-time winner Venus Williams in the first round before eventually losing to title winner Simona Halep.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:16 pm
A person has died at Wimbledon station
Police were called just before 4pm to reports someone was on the tracks.
The death is not being treated as suspicious.
Officers are now working to identify the person and inform their next of kin.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:16 pm
A man has died following an accident in Twickenham
It’s believed the man in his 60s suffered a medical episode before a collision in Chertsey Road at around quarter to 3.
Despite being treated by paramedics he died at the scene.
No other people or vehicles are believed to have been injured.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:16 pm
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is determined to take his first chance to win some silverware as a manager
Last season's Europa League winners, face European champions Liverpool in the Super Cup in Istanbul tomorrow night.
Lampard says it's a great opportunity to show his side can compete with the best teams in the continent this season.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:16 pm
Police believe a man stabbed in Norbiton last night may have been the victim of a robbery
Officers were called to reports of five males fighting in Park Road just before 11 o’clock.
An injured man subsequently made his own way to Kingston Hospital; he has since been discharged.
The suspects made off from the scene shortly afterwards.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:16 pm
Andy Murray insists he's returning to singles tennis to get back to his best.
The Wimbledon champ and former world number one has played in the format for the first time since January, losing in straight sets to Richard Gasquet last night.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:00 pm
The death of a man in Feltham is being treated as suspicious.
A member of the public reported seeing a body in the duck pond near St Lawrence’s Church this morning.
Hounslow Council says police believe they know the identity of the man.
The authority says “the welfare of our residents and those who visit the borough is of primary importance to us as a council.”
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:21 pm
A fox is making waves on social media after wandering up to a man at a pub in Malden Rushett and demanding to be stroked.
It sidled up to 40 year old Gary Sines, placing a paw on his leg before lying down beside him.
In the video, his partner Linsday says “It’s just a man and his fox. I’m literally going to cry”.
Urban foxes are a common sight, but it’s still not advisable to go near them.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:02 pm
Police searching for a teenager from Wandsworth who's been missing in Malaysia have her body.
Nora Quoirin disappeared over a week ago.
Matthew Searle is from the missing people's charity the Lucie Blackman Trust.
He's been speaking to Nora's parents, who appreciate the efforts made to help find their daughter.
Statement from Archdiocese of Southwark.
It is with great sadness that we received the news today of the discovery of the body of Nora Quoirin, who disappeared whilst on holiday with her family in Malaysia.
Little can take away the desolation that is experienced at the loss of a loved one. However, at this most painful of times the Catholic community wishes to extend its prayerful support to Nora’s family in heartfelt love and compassion: we walk alongside them as they grieve her loss.
Mindful of their sadness, we also pray for the comfort of those who have been involved in the search for Nora, the parishioners of St Bede’s RC Church, Clapham Park, where the family attend Mass, as well as school friends and staff.
God is in all things and his grace is with us in all circumstances. We commend Nora to God’s tender care, asking him also to pour out peace, consolation and healing on those that mourn her this day.
We respectfully ask that the family and friends of Nora are granted privacy at this time.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:59 pm
A late fight back wasn't enough to help Carshalton Athletic avoid a second league defeat on Monday night.
After a disappointing 2-0 loss at Potters Bar Town last weekend, a game in which defender Daniel Pappoe has to don the goalkeeper gloves for over an hour, the Robins next faced early pacesetters East Thurrock United.
But, despite an energetic start, Carshalton found themselves 2-0 down at half-time as the visitors were more clinical in front of goal than their hosts.
The Robins gradually became the more dominate side in the second-half and Omar Koroma's close range strike on 83 minutes gave the home fans hope, but United were indebted to keeper Jack Giddens whom then made two important saves before the final whistle.
"We had them on the ropes for a lot of the second-half but we let ourselves down in the first," said Robins skipper Paris Hamilton-Downes.
"We made two mistakes and got punished, so we need to improve and make sure everyone is concentrating for 90 minutes.
"It's good to get our first goal of the season but we weren't worried about breaking that duck as we know we have goals in this squad.
"But we need to start converting more of our chances as that has cost us both on Monday and at Potters Bar."
Carshalton Athletic's next match is at home against Bishop's Stortford on Saturday, kick-off 3pm.
Photo credit: Chris Bushe
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 pm
A pedestrian has been injured in an incident involving two cars in Nonsuch Park in Cheam.
Police say a collision occurred at around 1pm.
A Ford Escort hit the pedestrian before being involved in a head on collision with a BMW.
The Ford driver and two occupants of the BMW were taken to hospital.
The pedestrian was treated at the scene.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:23 pm
A growing number of youngsters across South West London and Surrey are turning to Childline ahead of exam results day.
The charity says the amount of counselling sessions delivered by its London base has risen by 21% over the last year.
It says calls to it peak in August when students receive their A-Level and GCSE results.
Marnie Winter-Burke is a Childline counsellor.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:00 pm
A body has been found in Feltham Green pond.
The man, believed to be in his 50s, was discovered this morning after residents called police.
Officers say they are treating the death as “unexplained” and are yet to formally identify the man.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:43 pm
A body, which police say "resembles" that of missing Wandsworth schoolgirl Nora Quoirin has been found near the Malaysian holiday resort she was staying in.
The 15-year-old was last seen more than a week ago.
Formal identification is yet to take place.
Deputy Police Chief Mazlan Mansor has given an update.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:00 pm
Filming for Killing Eve series 3 continues in New Malden
It’s the last place you’d expect as the setting for a spy drama.
But filming for Series 3 of hit BBC show “Killing Eve” is reportedly continuing in New Malden today.
Bar Malden in the High Street was closed yesterday and is expected to be closed off for much of today.
The end of the last series saw Villanelle seemingly kill title character Eve in a tense showdown.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:00 pm
Heathrow flight situation following news Hong Kong International has suspended flights
Flights leaving Hong Kong International Airport have been suspended after protesters blocked the departures area.
Immigration counters have been forced to close too.
There was also flight disruption yesterday after pro-democracy demonstrators occupied the arrivals hall.
Reporter Stuart Ramsay is at the airport and says it's causing confusion and delays.
Arrivals cancelled on Cathay Pacific flights to Heathrow Airport from Hong Kong due to protests at Hong Kong International Airport.
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic flights from Hong Kong are still being advertised as 'scheduled to operate'.
Departures from Heathrow to Hong Kong on all airlines are also being shown as scheduled to fly.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:11 pm
More than 2,000 people in Richmond have had their say on the future of Hammersmith Bridge.
Richmond Council decided to consult its own residents as the route is a major link between the two boroughs.
Hammersmith Bridge was closed indefinitely in April over safety fears.
Richmond says it has passed the views on to Hammersmith and Fulham Council and TfL to help form the decision making process.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:00 pm
The YMCA will no longer run a community centre in Hampton
Richmond Council says it is disappointed with the news regarding the White House.
Responsibility for operations will return to Hampton upon Thames Community Association.
The council says it is committed to making sure the centre remains open to the community despite the tough financial climate.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:05 am
A body has reportedly been found in the search for a missing teenager in Malaysia
Police Chief Mohammed Yusop told the Mail that a body had been found in the mountains, but forensic examination was needed.
15 year old Nora Quoirin attended a special needs school in Wandsworth, and went missing last Sunday.
£10,000 was donated for information on her whereabouts yesterday by a firm in Ireland.
The Lucie Blackman Trust says it can't confirm whether it is the 15-year-old, but adds that it seems likely.
Hundreds of people joined the search for her.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:05 am
There were over 350 arrests for ‘controlling or coercive behaviour” in Surrey last year
Coercive control, which became a crime in 2015, includes threats, assaults, intimidation and humiliation.
Emma Pearmaine, from Ridley & Hall Solicitors, has been looking at the figures obtained from Surrey by the practice.
She’s recommending victims keep a firm record of abusive behaviour because it can be very difficult to get this kind of crime to court.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:06 am
A number of vehicles have been left damaged after rocks were thrown from a bridge on the M3 over the weekend
It’s believed those responsible were a group of teenage boys aged between 13 and 16.
They were seen standing close to the Littleton Lane Road Bridge on Saturday and Sunday.
One car was left with a shattered windscreen resulting in a young child being covered in shards of glass.
A coach carrying England rugby fans from Sunday’s match at Twickenham was also left with smashed windows.
There were no reports of any injuries.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:05 am
Fulham not happy with Spurs handling of Sessegnon's transfer
Fulham vice-chairman Tony Khan is not happy with Tottenham’s handling of Ryan Sessegnon’s deadline-day move negotiations.
The player was eventually sold for £25 million but Khan says Tottenham’s delay in paying the asking price prevented them from signing a defender.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:08 am
Chertsey hospital marks special milestone
St Peter’s Hospital in Chertsey is marking a very special milestone.
It’s 3,000th baby has been born in its Abbey Birth Centre.
Dylan Parmar arrived weighing 6lb 6oz.
The Centre opened in October 2014 to provide a ‘home from home’ environment for women who want to give birth in a less clinical setting.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:56 am
Heathrow boss wants more done to make aviation greener
Heathrow airport’s chief executive wants the government to do more to make aviation greener.
John Holland-Kaye wants the UN to set targets for use of sustainable aviation fuels and urged the government to reinvest Air Passenger Duty revenues to boost their production.
New PM Boris Johnson and Heathrow expansion critics have voiced concern on pollution from the extra runway.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:19 am
Rivals MK Dons and Wimbledon clash in League Cup
There’s a tasty League Cup tie this evening when bitter rivals MK Dons and Wimbledon meet at Kingsmeadow.
The rivalry stems from the old Wimbledon FC’s relocation in 2003 and the team that was created in response to that move.
But MK Dons manager Paul Tisdale hopes his players will be able to use the charged atmosphere to their advantage.
Both teams have met seven times before with MK Dons registering four wins to Wimbledon’s two.
In other ties Brentford take on Cambridge United at Griffin Park while QPR host Bristol City at Loftus Road.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:03 am
Monday, 12 August 2019
A reward of £10,000 is being offered as part of the search for a Wandsworth schoolgirl who is missing in Malaysia
Police from the UK, Ireland and France have joined nearly 400 people looking for Nora Quoirin, who went missing from a jungle resort eight days ago.
Child protection expert Jim Gamble says the money being offered by the 15-year-old's family could make a difference:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:00 pm
A retired headmistress is suggesting that being beautiful can further a woman’s career
Clarissa Farr taught at St Paul’s School in Hammersmith for more than a decade.
She’s told the Sunday Times Magazine;
"There are certain women who wouldn't be able to hold the sway they do if they didn't look the way they do."
Ms Farr also says that social media is fuelling anxiety in teenage girls.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 pm
Police have released CCTV images of a group of men they would like to speak to in connection with a robbery in Walton
    
The victims, a man and a woman, were attacked outside The Regent Pub in Church Street on the 16th of June.
Both suffered minor injuries and the man had his watch stolen.
Police say following a number of enquiries they believe the men caught on CCTV have information regarding the incident.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 pm
Surrey’s police officers say they are feeling “proud” following the county’s first ever Pride event on Saturday
They’ve thanked the public for their help in keeping the peace.
The day also marked the launch of a joint initiative between Surrey Police and Surrey Fire and Rescue Service.
Epsom, Guildford, Reigate and Woking fire stations are now places where the public can go to receive information on hate crime.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:00 pm
Investigations are continuing in Feltham after a 14 year old boy died in a collision at the weekend
Officers were called to a collision involving a motor scooter in Bedfont Lane near Glebelands Road on Saturday evening.
A 14-year-old boy, the passenger on the scooter, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The 17 year old scooter driver did not remain on scene, taking the vehicle with him.
He subsequently attended hospital for treatment to his injuries.
He was discharged and arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
He has been bailed pending further enquiries to a date early next month.
Neither the boy riding the scooter or the passenger were wearing crash helmets.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:00 pm
Croydon Council now officially owns the whole of the Purley Way.
It’s completed the purchase of the final part of the Colonnades Retail and Leisure Park.
The authority says the additional yearly income of £150,000 will be spent on frontline services.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 pm
The family of a 15 year old who’s gone missing in Malaysia have offered approximately £10,000 for information.
Nora Quoirin’s relatives say “she has been vulnerable since the day she was born”.
She attends a special needs school in Wandsworth.
The money has been donated by an anonymous Belfast-based business.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:50 pm
Allegations of misconduct against two police officers involved in a stop and search in 2014 have been dismissed.
The officers, attached to Hounslow, Hillingdon and Ealing, had come into conflict with a member of the public, verbally and physically.
This resulted in an arrest using force, where it was claimed the officers breached the “Standards of Professional Behaviour.”
But the independent misconduct panel has ruled in favour of the officers, finding the allegations “not proven.”
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:59 pm
A £10,000 reward for information on a missing Wandsworth schoolgirl in Malaysia is being offered by her family.
There's been no sign of 15-year-old Nora Quoirin since she disappeared from a jungle resort eight days ago.
Her mother, Meabh, says they're desperately worried about the teenager who has special needs.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:15 pm
Uncapped former sevens player Ruaridh McConnochi has been named in England's rugby union squad for the World Cup.
Meanwhile, Lewis Ludlam, Jack Singleton and Willi Heinz, who all earned their first caps against Wales at Twickenham yesterday, are also included.
Ben Youngs, Courtney Lawes and Dan Cole will head to the tournament for a third time.
This year's event starts in Japan next month.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:00 pm
All flights have been cancelled at Hong Kong airport.
It’s after thousands of pro-democracy protesters crowded into the main terminal.
Check in has now been suspended.
Heathrow’s warning of cancellations to some arrivals.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:32 pm
Wimbledon champ Andy Murray makes his return to singles action for the first time since hip surgery at the Cincinnati Masters tennis this evening.
Britain's former world number one hasn't played in the format since losing in the first round of the Australian Open in January.
He takes on Frenchman Richard Gasquet.
Johanna Konta also has her first round match today, going up against Sweden's Rebecca Peterson.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:00 pm
Former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho thought their new manager Frank Lampard made a mistake with his team selection at Old Trafford
The Londoners were beaten 4-nil by Manchester United in their opening Premier League game of the season.
Mourinho says Lampard's decision to go with younger players didn't work.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:54 am
Campaigners have started a petition to stop the demolition of a 315-year-old former coaching inn and buildings overlooking Kensington Gardens
Developers have been given the green light to build 55 luxury flats in their place.
The Bayswater Road site next to Queensway station includes the Black Lion pub which dates back to 1704.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:05 am
Homelessness is on the rise across the capital, but Hammersmith and Fulham Council seems to be bucking the trend.
The authority became the first to pledge to end all rough sleeping.
18 months on, it says the new policies put into action are starting to bear fruit.
Figures released last month by charity St Mungo’s and London’s City Hall, showed a steady decline in the number of people on the borough’s streets.
In 2016/17 there were 246 rough sleepers seen in the borough.
In 2017/18 that fell to 202; and in 2018/to this year, the most recent year for which figures are available, it was 171.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:04 am
Volunteers at Painshill’s landscape garden in Cobham have been recognised for their roles.
They’ve picked up the award for the best Volunteer Led Visitor Experience of the Year.
Volunteers take on varied work from gardening to maintaining the historic mill which feeds into London’s Serpentine Lake.
A team of 160 are needed to keep Painshill Park running.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:03 am
Three gang members who smuggled at least £2.5m worth of heroin into the UK have been jailed
They would smuggle them inside gloves and surgical equipment in small packages via Stansted, East Midlands, and Heathrow airports.
37 year old Sultan Butt, and relatives Nibeel Saghir and Rizwan Ahmed have been jailed for a total of 45 years.
They would get the drugs from Pakistan and distribute them around Luton and Birmingham.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:07 am
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says they're a work in progress but he's seen elements of their game that he likes
His team were thrashed 4-nil at Manchester United in his first Premier League game in charge.
But Lampard says their supporters would have been encouraged.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:23 am
Kingston University says it’s expecting thousands of calls to its clearing line on A Level results day
It’s urging students to get ahead by researching the courses on offer before picking up the phone.
A Level results are due out on Thursday.
The dedicated clearing line opens at 7.30.
It’s especially for students who have missed the grades they were expecting or who have changed their mind about what course they’d like to take.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:23 am
82% of the UK’s busiest airports have increased their pick-up and drop off fees this year.
A report by the RAC has found Stansted to be the most expensive for all types of short-term parking.
It costs £4 per ten minutes to drop-off at the Essex based airport.
In contrast, the UK’s busiest airport Heathrow, is free at all terminals, but there is police enforcement instead.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:32 am
More electric car charging points coming to Kingston
The government says it doubling the funding for on-street electric car charging points.
The Transport Secretary Grant Shapps is announcing an extra 2 point 5 million pounds for local authorities to install over 1-thousand more.
There are currently 20 electric car charging points in Kingston.
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders says there's been a rise of 71 percent of people buying electric vehicles this year - compared with the same period in 2018.
A full list of all the charging points in the borough is on Kingston Council’s website.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:57 am
Surrey Cricket League: St Lukes score big win over Franco Surrey Seamers
St Lukes boosted their chances of winning the Surrey Cricket League’s Premier Division title following a 24 runs win over Champions Franco Surrey Seamers at the weekend.
In the low scoring game at Tolworth Court St Lukes made 158 and then bowled out the Seamers for 134.
Harsh Rajurkar’s hat-trick couldn’t prevent title chasing Sutton Challengers from going down by 22 runs to Bec Old Boys.
There were also wins for Balham & Tooting and Surrey Warriors.
Ottershaw, Surrey Warriors A and Croydon were all winners in Division One.
Spencer kept their Division Two title bid on track with a close 14 runs win over Team Mitcham.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:20 am
Sunday, 11 August 2019
The Sri Lankan government is continuing to reduce airline charges to help the country’s tourism trade recover after the Easter bombings
259 people were killed in a number of attacks, including brother and sister, Daniel and Amelie Linsey from Hammersmith.
Sri Lanka relies heavily on its tourism industry, and arrivals were down 57% year-on-year for June.
However, it appears figures are rising post June, partly due to countries including the UK relaxing travel restrictions.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:22 pm
An injection that helps type 2 diabetics lose weight in just four weeks has been trialled at Hammersmith Hospital
Patients lost, on average, 4.4kg of weight and the treatment led to “substantial improvements” to their blood glucose levels.
Obesity and being overweight are considered risk factors for developing the condition.
Hammersmith says its team will now aim to carry out a larger clinical trial on more patients over a longer period of time.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:22 pm
Manchester United have thrashed Chelsea 4-nil in their opening game of the Premier League season
Manchester United recorded their biggest Old Trafford win over Chelsea since 1965 to condemn Frank Lampard to a miserable start as a Premier League manager.
Marcus Rashford scored a brace, with Anthony Martial and debutant Daniel James also finding the back of the net as the hosts ran out 4-nil victors.
However, Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says he feels the score line was harsh on his side.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:22 pm
Police in Malaysia have set up a hotline in the search for a missing teenager from London
15-year-old Nora Quoirin, who attends a special needs school in Wandsworth, disappeared last Sunday in a forest resort while on holiday with her family.
Some 300 people continued searching for her today in heavy rain.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:22 pm
England have won their first rugby union World Cup warm-up match
An experimental side survived a late fightback from Wales to claim a 33-19 victory at Twickenham.
Head coach Eddie Jones says the players he picked did well.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:22 pm
Kingston’s Canbury Gardens are facing “a range of challenges” according to the council
It says an increased population from new developments is putting pressure on the area and there’s also conflict between pedestrians and cyclists.
It’s set out a “masterplan” for how the gardens should be upgraded over the next 10-15 years and is asking people to have their say on it.
This can be done online.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:59 pm
People across Wandsworth are being urged to take part in a consultation on a new plan to end violence against women
The Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy aims to tackle a number of issues including domestic violence and stalking.
The council says the three-year plan will look into male abuse as well.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:44 pm
The siblings of terminally ill children have been celebrated in Hampton.
The annual Siblings’ Day has been held at Shooting Star Children’s Hospice.
The event aims to recognise the feelings and anxieties of youngsters who have a brother or sister with a life limiting illness.
The day includes therapeutic activities as well as fun and games.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:07 pm
Chelsea begin Premier League at Old Trafford
Frank Lampard believes Chelsea can remain competitive at the top end of the Premier League, despite being under a transfer embargo.
He takes charge of his first game as manager when they travel to Old Trafford to face Manchester United this afternoon.
Lampard says he's enjoyed being assigned the role of underdog.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:57 am
Kingstonian start Isthmian campaign with draw
In the National League Sutton drew 2-all with Chorley at Gander Green Lane.
Woking beat Harrogate 1-nil.
In the South Division Hampton & Richmond Borough lost 2-1 to Hemel Hempstead at the Beveree Stadium.
Kingstonian started their Isthmian Premier League campaign with a goalless draw against Cray Wanderers at the King George’s Field in Tolworth.
Corinthian Casuals lost 1-nil at Haringey while Horsham and Leatherhead played out a 1-all draw.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:57 am
Man hit by fallen tree in Streatham Vale
A man thought to be in his 50s is in hospital this morning in a serious condition after being hit by a fallen tree in Streatham Vale.
Emergency services were called to Greyhound Lane just after 1 yesterday afternoon after reports of the incident, likely caused by the high winds which have affected London.
The man’s injuries are being treated as potentially life-changing.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:16 am
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