18 year old Samir Fouad was sentenced to 20 weeks in custody after pleading guilty to two charges of assaulting an emergency worker and one charge of racially abusing a police officer.

On The 3rd of July last year, an ambulance was called for him after officers arrived at a scene where Fouad was injured.

When they arrived, Fouad kicked out and shouted 'Corona' before spitting at two of the officers.

He also racially abused one of the officers.

22 year old Michael Olalekan Oso was arrested in November last year after being identified as part of a County Lines drug dealing network.

He was charged with 11 separate drug dealing offences, including being concerned with the supply of cocaine, heroin and cannabis.

The court heard how Oso was also directing a further six individuals, including a 16-year-old boy, to supply crack cocaine & heroin.

Oso appeared at Guildford Crown Court on Tuesday where he pleaded guilty to all charges.

They start the day six points off safety and face a team bottom of the table, eight points behind them.

Goalkeeper Alphonse Areola tells us, it's a big opportunity to get another win after last week’s shock victory over Everton.

Surrey Adult Learning says the aim is to help people keep fit and active from within their own homes during lockdown.

The service includes parenting courses for overwhelmed mums and dads.

32 year old Nicholas Lynn was charged on Friday with one count of conspiracy to import a Class A drugs.

He was remanded to appear at Wimbledon Magistrates' Court on the same day.

Officers were called to an address on Woodham Lane at 8:40 on Thursday evening following reports of two men were breaking in.

The suspects entered the property wearing balaclavas and carrying a crow bar before demanding money from the victim.

Both suspects are male and spoke with an eastern-european accent.

Nothing was taken and the victim was uninjured but left very shaken.

Anyone with any information should contact police on 101.

A victory for the club would take them to within three points of Premier League safety.

Parker says taking three points from the game would be a massive boost in their bid for survival.

The charity has been providing chrome notebooks and recycled laptops to youngsters during the Coronavirus pandemic.

The latest donation has come from Wimbledon Labour party.

The Children's Trust helps children with brain injury and neuro-disability.

It's looking to reunite with all those it has supported over the years to create an exhibition.

'Shine a Light' will be a collection of photographs which will be shown in an online gallery from May alongside written accounts.

20-year-old Tyreece Riggon and Julian Russell, who’s 22, were arrested on Thursday.

They were charged on Friday with Witter’s murder, injuring a 16-year-old, and possession of a bladed article.

Riggon and Russell have been remanded in custody and will appear at Bromley Magistrates’ Court later today.

The winger's only featured twice since his appointment, leading to some suggestions he could seek a summer exit from Stamford Bridge.

Ahead of their game against Southampton in the Premier League later, Tuchel says Ziyech will get his chance to shine at some point.

22-year-old Michael Oso was charged at Guildford Crown Court with 11 drug dealing offences after pleading guilty to all charges on Tuesday.

Oso was arrested in November 2020 in London for supplying drugs into Surrey, including cocaine, heroin and cannabis.

The court also heard how Oso directed a further six individuals, including a 16-year-old boy, to supply drugs into Surrey as part of the network. 

A third of London’s 33 boroughs have expressed an interest in taking part in e-scooter rental schemes as a result.

But trials have already been halted in areas including Coventry and Hartlepool because of rider misuse, prompting re-evaluation.

Tom McPhail from Pure Electric in Croydon says part of their attractiveness, is that they are really cost effective.

Toby Lucas, 25 of Vicarage Fields, Walton-on-Thames and Andrew Pellett, 41 of Walton Road, West Molesey have both been charged with conspiracy to steal motor vehicles.

Officers were called to an address in West Byfleet on Sunday 14th  December following reports that a Range Rover had been stolen off the victim’s driveway.

Lucas and Pellett were later identified, located and arrested.   

The two men appeared at Guildford Magistrates Court on Tuesday 16^th  February where Lucas was remanded until 11^th  March. 

The route in Kew currently runs from Kew Road to Lion Gate Gardens.

It’ll be extended from Lion Gate Gardens towards Richmond Circus, with works due to last 4 weeks from March the 4th.

The lane has come under some criticism from business owners and residents who say they’ve lost coveted parking spaces

The Housing and Homelessness strategy will expand on the work already done over the Covid-19 pandemic.

Over 80 people were helped off the streets and £500,000 spent on supporting those with underlying issues such as substance abuse.

A new Rough Sleeper Recovery Plan will also try and ensure no one returns to the streets when lockdown eases.

Grade II listed The Lodge in Carshalton Ponds was meant to open in Summer 2019, but has been repeatedly delayed.

The area’s Tory MP Elliot Colburn says he wants to see the report from the insurers, and to know what happens next for the development.

His statement about the issue was retweeted by Foreign Office Minister James Cleverly, but Mr Colburn says he hasn’t taken it to government yet.

26-year-old Ashley Wright from Leicestershire is accused of two counts of sexual activity with a child and two counts of sexual communication.

She’s also accused of “abuse of position”.

The offences took place at a secure training centre in Buckinhamshire between May 2019 and January 2020, and relate to one victim.

The Lodge in Carshalton Ponds was sold in 2015 by the Lib Dem council, with the plans to convert it into flats and a community place.

However, the work has been delayed multiple times, and some people have reportedly abandoned their plans to live there.

The area’s Tory MP, Elliot Colburn, says he has two major questions for the council:

Toby Lucas, aged 25 of Vicarage Fields, Walton-on-Thames and Andrew Pellett, aged 41 of Walton Road, West Molesey have both been charged with conspiracy to steal motor vehicles. 

Officers were called to an address in West Byfleet on Sunday 14th  December following reports that a Range Rover had been stolen off the victim’s driveway. 

Lucas and Pellett were later identified, located and arrested.   

The two men appeared at Guildford Magistrates Court on Tuesday 16th  February where Lucas was remanded until 11th  March. 

Hani Solomon was stabbed to death in a fight at Parsons Green eight days ago.

Ahmed Fatah, who's 18 and from Fulham, and a 17-year-old boy, who can't be named because of his age, are due at the Old Bailey on Monday.

It means the Duke of Sussex will no longer be patron of the governing bodies of English rugby union and rugby league.

The RFU says it greatly values Harry's contribution to "promoting and supporting the game".

Meanwhile, the RFL's praised his "care and commitment" to the sport.

Sadiq Khan was asked by his GP to receive the jab in the current phase of the rollout because of his asthma.

He's now urging people from a BAME background to get the injection - following concerns about uptake rates.

He says it's vital everyone gets vaccinated in order to stop the spread of the infection.

It’s the first time in months that that milestone has been reached, as it hits 95 per 100,000.

In early January, it was over 700.

Cases are continuing to fall, with the lowest rate in Elmbridge, at 65 per 100,000, and the highest is still Spelthorne at 155.

1,135 cases have been recorded across the county in the past seven days.

It’s after they contributed to the “Becoming fall-safe” project.

The initiative was launched ten years ago after a patient died after a fall on a hospital ward in Brighton.

Interventions on wards where falls were frequent has resulted in around 5,000 fewer inpatient falls equating to a 46% reduction.

The savings come from shorter hospital stays, less visits to surgery and better use of nurses’ time.

But complaints surrounding speeding, reckless driving and safety have led to the suspension of a number of trials.

It’s presently illegal to ride e-scooters on public roads and offenders face on the spot fines and six points on their driving licence.

Tom McPhail from Pure Electric in Croydon says new government legislation is needed.

The Fircroft Trust says it was told it needed to vacate its premises in Ditton Road without consultation or notice. 

The charity wants help finding another building nearby for rent or sale so it can continue its mental health work.

Kingston Council says the building can't be used at the moment because it “isn't safe.” 

Police were called to Wisbeach Road, just off Whitehorse Road, on Friday the 5th of February. 

22-year-old Lavaun Witter was found dead at the scene.

Yesterday, two men, aged 20 and 22 were arrested on suspicion of murder.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101, or Crimestoppers to remain anonymous.

Surrey Country Council has introduced them as part of its new Targeted Community Testing programme.

The twice-weekly tests are available to anyone who must leave home for work purposes.

Chemists in Ewell and Stoneleigh are among those taking part. 

This week the car maker announced it was committed to its UK plants and revealed its entire range would be electric by 2030.

The firm's reducing the number of non-factory staff to slash costs and streamline the business.

In August, the firm opened its first "statement site" in Sunbury, a multi-million pound workshop and showroom with 145 jobs. 

The Lawn Tennis Association says it is planning to stage all the major grass-court tournaments.

Events at the Queen's Club and in Eastbourne could also take place behind closed doors, if necessary. 

Wimbledon was cancelled for the first time last year since World War Two. 

Police were called on Monday evening to Hazelbank Close, after a resident noticed their garage had been broken into. 

A number of others in the road had been too, but it appears nothing was taken.

Two suspects were seen fleeing the scene, two men, wearing dark hooded tops, slim, and one was on a bicycle. 

The enhanced Covid-19 testing programmes were launched after the South Africa variant was discovered in Pollards Hill.

More than 10,000 residents were tested less than two weeks in 5,000 homes across the ward and at mobile sites.

To date, there have been no additional cases of the variant strain there. 

The authority says it wants to keep the rise as low as possible to help residents’ finances amidst the Coronavirus pandemic.

The plans will be discussed at a council meeting tonight.

1.99% is the maximum amount allowed by government. 

We’re getting closer to finding out the answer, with NASA’s mission Perseverance hoping to land on the Red Planet today. 

It was launched last July from Cape Canaveral in Florida.

Andy Morgan is Principal at Space Studio in Feltham; he says the news is very positive for budding astronauts there:

Unite Union members working for London United at Fulwell garage are due to walk out on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

It’s in a row over pay and conditions during the Covid pandemic.

TfL says it’s working hard to minimise potential disruption but customers are advised to check before they travel.

The policy would see buildings in the capital covered in plants, vegetation and solar panels.

It’s hoped the move would lead to improved air quality, lower energy bills and a new cityscape.

Lib Dem leader, and Kingston and Surbiton MP Sir Ed Davey, says his party is the party for the environment.

It’s believed the door to St Johns will cost £3,000 to repair.

Three people fitting the same description on bikes also chased a female delivery cyclist, and knocked over a pizza delivery driver’s moped.

They’re white, between 14 and 17, riding mountain bikes and wearing hoodies.

On the 11th of March, an online event will be held where the designers will present their draft plans.

Chief Constable Gavin Stephens says “the former Electrical Research Association and Cobham Industries site on Cleeve Road is exactly what we are looking for”.

The force aims to move its operations there in 2024.

You can find a link to the signup page here.

The cottagers are now six points from safety, having played the same number of games as the team just above them, Newcastle.

They host bottom side Sheffield United on Saturday, and Parker's up for it.

It’s after residents raised concerns with Wandsworth Council. 

Work is scheduled to get underway in just over a fortnight to install a series of traffic calming measures along Westleigh Avenue.

Speed humps and other measures will hopefully reduce speeds and make it a less attractive route to use as a cut through.

It’s after Surbiton Green Councillor Sharron Sumner claimed she discovered the allegations after seeing an Ombudsman’s report.

It was alleged that a New Malden Ward councillor committed verbal racial and physical abuse against a child in 2019. 

But the Council says “appropriate child protection procedures have been followed” and no evidence found. 

A spokesman for Kingston Council has re-issued the same statement first issued in 2019. 

"Appropriate child protection procedures have been followed and subsequent to investigations undertaken by the local authority. We can confirm that there is no evidence that any child has been subject to serious or significant harm at the centre, neither has there been any incident involving any child which requires the council to take action in accordance with its statutory safeguarding responsibilities."

The victim was walking to his car in Gogmore Lane when he was approached by the suspect at around 2pm on Saturday.

After a verbal altercation the suspect assaulted him.

Members of the public intervened and the suspect fled the scene.

The suspect is described as male, white, around 55 years, around 5ft 8 tall, with a large build and a pale complexion.

Anyone with any information should call 1010 quoting PR/ 45210015279.

German Shepherd Gunny was deployed to Hersham Road by Surrey Police in the early hours of Monday.

He made quick work of the search and helped to locate a mobile phone and a bag.

Dogs’ sense of smell is believed to be more than 10,000 times stronger than humans.

It’s being provided by central government, and run by the council.

The firm must show that it’s had at least a 10% income drop, and a £15,000 annual turnover.

Companies can apply for the money even if they’ve had previous support.

45 year old Ako Ahmed appeared at Iselworth Crown Court where he was sentenced to four years in jail for making threats to kill and threatening to damage property.

This follows an appearance where he was found guilty of making a threats to kill and threatening to damage property.

He was found not guilty of attempting to commit arson with intent to endanger life.

At around 11.30am on Wednesday, the 4th of September 2019, Ahmed attended Kensington Town Hall in Hornton Street and began shouting at staff.

He then poured petrol on the floor of the reception area, all over himself and took out a lighter before threatening to kill a named employee as well as everyone in the building by burning it down.

Police were called and upon their arrival Ahmed was disarmed of his lighter by a police officer. He was arrested on suspicion of arson and threats to kill and was later charged and remanded in custody.

During the trial, the court heard how Ahmed had been involved in a dispute with the council about his housing situation.

Merton Council was forced to shut it down unexpectedly last weekend after it received a threat of legal action.    

Adrian Mills of the Wimbledon Village Business Association says it’s been a lifeline for some residents:

We’ve contacted Merton Council for comment.

Wimbledon MP Stephen Hammond says he is working to sort the problem and has “no doubt" it will be trading again soon. 

"The Farmer’s Market is overwhelmingly popular in Wimbledon. I had hoped a sensible approach could be found to any issues a small group have. Unfortunately, a threat of legal action has undertaken which would not only threaten this popular local market but could threaten markets all over London. Along with local councillors I am working to sort out the problem I have no doubt the market will be trading again soon."

The borough’s historical architecture and natural spaces has attracted a combined total of 830 days of filming since 2018.

Richmond  has so far played host to several smash hits including Fleabag, The Bodyguard, Bridgerton and Peter Rabbit 2.

Production companies have also made donations to the tune of over £85,000 to help charities and community groups in the borough.

The victim was approach by a man who showed him a knife and threatened to stab him if he didn’t hand over his phone.

The victim gave the man his earphones, and he walked off before returning and demanding the victim’s phone.

Instead the victim offered cash, and the man followed him to a cashpoint at Worcester Park before running away.

The incident on January the 31st, happened in broad daylight at 1:30pm.

The suspect boarded and sat directly opposite his victim in an empty carriage on January the 31st.

He then exposed himself inappropriately and stared at the victim before getting off the service at Hounslow Central station.

Officers are asking anyone with information to come forward on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously.

One 18-year-old was detained at Heathrow, while another 18-year-old and a 17-year-old were arrested at homes in South-West London.

Police were called last Thursday evening to Ackmar Road, where 18-year-old Hani Solomon was pronounced dead at the scene.

A 23-year-old was arrested shortly after the attack, after going to hospital with stab wounds.

 Mark joined the Dons in 2004 and won his first game in charge against Wigan Athletic.

Kingston ad Surbiton MP Sir Ed Davey was given the jab, despite the fact he’s only 55, because he is classed as a carer. 

It’s estimated 10 million people in the UK are caring for a loved one.

Sir Ed has thanked the NHS team in Kingston who delivered his vaccine.

Sutton Council says there are no plans to reduce support given to children with educational needs, following concerns about one of its providers.

Cognus is commissioned by the council to provide services to a number of schools and specialist education providers.

But published minutes of a board meeting raised concerns amongst parents over the future provision of Education, Health and Care Plans. 

A Sutton Council spokesperson said:

“Following the release of Cognus minutes we would like to recognise families' concerns."

“An issue with redacted documents being reconstructed arose because of an administrative process that was only used on this occasion. 

Other FOIs released by the Council are unaffected by this. 

The Council continues to work with Cognus, Sutton Parents Carers Forum and partners to provide a range of channels for feedback from parents and carers from across the borough to be raised. 

The Council can confirm there are no targets around ceasing EHCPs."

It’s after a campaign by GMB Union members who claimed some workers have been paying £500 annually. 

All charges already paid will also be refunded.

The Hospital Trust told us the charges were necessary to manage congestion.

Scott Parker's side travel to Turf Moor off the back of recording their first win in 13 games at Everton at the weekend.

The Fulham boss says he's never lost belief that they'll stay up.

Council leaders are concerned there could be increased pressure placed on programmes as lockdown restrictions are lifted.

They're also worried about keeping up payments to help people who have to stay at home after testing positive for Covid-19.

Steve Reed, Labour MP for Croydon North, says it's vital funding is boosted.

The kits will be handed out door to door in Maybury and surrounding areas in Woking.

Runnymede, Thorpe, and the St John’s area of Woking have each been subjected to mass testing for the variant.

There is no evidence to suggest the variant causes more severe illness, but people in affected areas should be vigilant.

Merton Council was forced to shut it down unexpectedly last weekend after it received a threat of legal action.    

Adrian Mills of the Wimbledon Village Business Association says the market has become a beacon of hope. 

The rate is 9 per 100,000, compared to the highest, South Wales where it  is at 62.

The Police there are attributing it to two schemes.

The first is their Women’s Justice Intervention Scheme, which works with offenders outside the court system.

The second defers prosecution for lower level offences, aiming to reduce reoffending with targeted interventions.

Police and Crime Commissioner David Munro says he’s “delighted to see that all the hard work” is “really paying dividends”. 

Ed Davey will hold the Zoom session for business owners struggling through the pandemic.

It’s estimated 3 million people have been excluded from the Government’s Covid-19 support package.

The event will take place between 9am and 11am on the 25th and is bookable by email.

The Leader of the Council, and the two deputy leaders, each granted £1,400 to the school of their choice.

Saxon Primary School in Shepperton, Echelford Primary in Ashford, and Town Farm Primary in Stanwell are to benefit.

It will go towards laptops and tablets.

 The Covid rate in Kingston is not dropping as much as health bosses would like. 

Iona Lidington is the Director of Public Health at the Council.

She says life cannot get back to normal just because the vaccine is rolling out at pace. 

It’s been fully resurfaced and reconfigured, with the station’s bus stop in a new location and a new walking route.

The £55,000 upgrade was funded mainly by South Western Railway.

It’s hoped it will make the area safer and easier to use.

In Sainsbury's alone, they’re up 15%.

On Valentine’s Day, the cereal brand teamed up with Heinz at the Kiln Lane store in Epsom, saying it’s the “love story of the century”.

The tweet has made over 2bn impressions, despite one restaurant critic calling it “the worst food I have ever seen with my eyes”.

Restrictions meant about 220,000 weddings were postponed last year, with over 400,000 people employed within the sector. 

Emily Mitchell co-owns The Dress Bridalwear in Teddington. 

She says the Government needs to realise how much work is involved when planning a “roadmap” out of lockdown:

41 year old Ursula Collins has been charged with eight counts of misconduct in a public office following a Met Police investigation.

She did not enter a plea at Westminster Magistrates' Court earlier.

The charges relate to dates spanning between September 2009 and March 2018.

She will next appear in court next month.

Paul Cockle and his wife have been collecting surplus food from supermarkets at night and redistributing from their garden at home.

Sir Kenneth Olisa, the Queen’s personal representative for London, recognised their valuable work providing free food where needed.

In a letter, he sent thanks for the “positive difference” that they made and encouraged them to continue their good work.

Nadhim Zahawi will be among senior government officials helping to decide how they'll be lifted.

It's understood some government scientists want social distancing measures to stay in place for the foreseeable future.

Labour's London mayor Sadiq Khan says there's no point moving too fast.

The club says that they believe they can “use our time and energies to promote racial equality in other ways”.

They also say that they will support other clubs who want to take a knee.

It was brought in to football last year following black lives matter protests.

That’s the message from Richmond Council, during the annual toad migration in Ham.

Every year, they breed on the common then cross the road to spawn in the pools.

Part of Church Road will be closed from the 8th to the 27th of March to keep them safe.

Councillor Julia Neden-Watts says the migration is a “wonderful natural spectacle on our doorstep”.

The UK sector is worth a massive £14.7bn and employs around 400,000 people.

A special Weddings Taskforce has been set up to help struggling firms navigate the pandemic.  

Emily Mitchell, from The Dress Bridalwear in Teddington, says there is light at the end of the tunnel for couples. 

The Spanish stopper was in goal for last night's 2-nil Premier League win over Newcastle - preferred to Edouard Mendy.

Tuchel says his selection doesn't change the rankings.

Crews were called just after 9.30 yesterday evening to Bedfont Road.

A kitchen on the ground floor has been completely destroyed, and a small part of the roof has been damaged.

The cause is under investigation, and there are no reports of any injuries.

Volunteers at the Methodist Church run Baby Basics Sunbury, which works with organisations to help mothers on low or no incomes.

The baskets contain nappies, baby clothes, a soft toy, and much needed essentials and equipment.

Minister at the Methodist Church says they reduce anxiety for new mothers, and offer love and care when times are hard.

Charity Mencap told The Guardian that people with the condition have been told they would not be revived if they were taken ill.

The CQC has been asked to make a review of notices given, and the Department for Health and Social care says it’s “unacceptable” and has “never been policy”.

Kingston MP and Lib Dem leader Ed Davey says “if true, it’s “deeply dangerous” and is calling for a targeted investigation.

It’s after latest reports from Heathrow show passenger volumes were down 89% on a year ago in January as a result of the Covid pandemic.

40,000 jobs in the borough are linked to the airport directly and through its supply chain.

Steve Curran says the industry needs the same financial support that is being offered to others.

In England, the over-65s and younger members of at-risk groups are now being invited to have their vaccines.

Dr Nick Merrifield is the clinical director of the New Malden and Worcester Park Primary Care Network.

He says that the goal may have seemed fanciful at the time, but it’s been a great success:

Hani Soloman from Wandsworth died on Thursday evening after a fight broke out in Ackmar Road.

The 18 year old died from a knife injury to the chest.

A second man was taken to hospital with a stab injury and later discharged.

The TV presenter travelled more than 200 miles from her home in Richmond to see her parents in Cornwall.

She said she made the journey after receiving a "distressing telephone call from her elderly father on Friday afternoon".

Her agent said: "Amanda is aware that all families are going through difficulty during these turbulent times.

"On balance Amanda felt the round trip to Cornwall was necessary to contain the matter at her family home."

Around 8,000 people in New Malden and Worcester Park have had the jab, and Dr Nick Merrifield is one of those responsible for the rollout there.

He says a clear goal, a great team and good communication were vital to the success of the “complex” process:

They go to Burnley in midweek 7 points away from escaping the bottom three.

Parker says his side are continuing to get better.

Larry moved to Number 10 in 2011 from Battersea Dogs and Cats  Home, and now staff there say he is proof of why animals deserve a second chance.

The 14-year-old has been chief mouser under three different prime ministers, including David Cameron, who in 2016 was forced to clarify claims he and Larry didn't see eye to eye.

Anyone entering the UK from a so-called red list country must isolate in a hotel for 10 days.

The airport says it's been working to support the scheme but it's worried travellers may face long queues.

Lucy Moreton from the Borders, Immigration and Customs union says she's concerned about how it'll work.

Deep Clean Devils is offering hand sanitising units to the likes of Homeless charity Shelter as well as churches.

Owner Ian Threlfall says he really wanted to help in any way he could.

Last night officers came across a stolen Ford Fiesta on cloned number plates and the driver failed to stop so police pursued it.

Police subsequently punctured its tyres and the pursuit ended a minute later with both occupants being arrested.

The driver refused to provide a blood sample in custody after a positive test for Cocaine and Cannabis.

They remain in custody while investigations continue. 

Eight fire engines and around 60 fire fighters had the fire under control in an hour, preventing it spreading to surrounding properties.

A man left the flat just before the brigade arrived suffering from smoke inhalation and was treated by ambulance crews at the scene.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

The incident happened on  Friday the 22nd January and was repeated on Saturday the 23rd.

A man approached a member of staff at the Co-op store on Station Approach and used racist and offensive language towards them.

The man was wearing dark blue ripped jeans, black trainers and a dark blue hooded gilet. 

You can view an image of him on or Jackie News twitter feed.

A petition has been launched to save the community base which also serves Chessington and Malden Rushett.

Resident Andrew MacKinlay says it’s not just about solving “hard crime.”

We’ve contacted both the Met and Kingston Police for comment. 

It comes after Eddie Jones' side suffered a shock opening weekend defeat to Scotland.

Captain Owen Farrell says yesterday's performance showed improvements in many areas.

It brings to the end a 21-match unbeaten league run for the Bees.

They had not tasted defeat since losing to Stoke on the 24th October.

They struggled to create chances throughout and despite late pressure they were kept scoreless for the first time in 12 matches.

The suit will be worn during the test flight of a piece of machinery designed by a Pilates teacher from Teddington.

HIFIm allows astronauts to jump, which reduces the amount of muscle and bone strength lost in space.

Inventor John Kennett wants children to use their imagination. 

More than 30,000 people have taken a rapid test in the borough so far.

The sites have been opened to help front line workers and residents get better access to testing.

But people are being warned the pop ups will only stay in one place for a limited amount of time before moving to a different location. 

The Fircroft Trust provides support for people with mental health and wellbeing problems.

Bosses say they’re now seeking an alternative site nearby so they can continue to provide their community services.

Kingston Council says: We really value the work the Fircroft Trust does in our community. Unfortunately their building can't be used at the moment because it isn't safe. We want The Fircroft Trust to continue to thrive & are working with them to find alternative accommodation.

Romance fraud is scamming someone out of money by pretending to want a relationship.

This has been on the rise during lockdown.

According to UK Finance, there was a 20% increase in fraud linked to romance scams in 2020 compared to 2019.

Last year, £68 million was lost to these scams.

There will also be an extra £12million of capital funding and £90,000 of revenue funding aimed at tackling road safety.

The funding is a result of around £250million worth of year-on-year savings made by the council over the past three years.

The aim is to boost active travel whilst making journeys across the county safer and easier.

For elderly couples, most of whom have been isolated and shielding, they can’t make any plans.

With that in mind, Age Concern Epsom and Ewell has selected ten couples to receive a special hamper full of treats.

Dorah-May Hancock is the charity’s Chief Officer; she says staff at Pfizer are even getting involved.

Ministers had set a goal of offering a jab to everyone in the top four priority groups by tomorrow.

Dominic Raab says it'll be hugely significant, if that's reached.

Over-65s and those classed as clinically vulnerable in England are now being invited to book their vaccines.

The brigade was called to the Vaccination Hub in Emerbrook Community Centre at 3:30pm in the afternoon.

Everyone self evacuated and there are no reports of an injuries.

People who are booked in to be vaccinated there will be contacted to arrange a slot elsewhere.

Stocks of the vaccine were not damaged.

The 133-year-old west London structure's been closed since April 2019 when cracks appeared.

Fed-up residents projected a message onto its side on Saturday - which read "Broken Hearts. Broken Promises. Broken Lives. Broken Bridge."