posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:53 pm

The Government's issued a warning to the live events industry, that the UK's entering a period of 'heightened vigilance' over the spread of the Indian variant of coronavirus.
Several trials have been happening to kick-start mass gatherings - including 2 5K races at Kempton Park and 21,000 fans watching the Chelsea game at Wembley Stadium.
And from Monday, limited audiences will be allowed back inside England's theatres and sport stadiums.
But the Culture Secretary admits it's an 'anxious' time.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:45 pm

The London Moonwalk returns virtually today.
Every year, walkers gather at midnight on Clapham Common before setting off on a 26 mile walk in their bras.
But thousands of people will instead complete various challenges from the safety of their own homes because of the pandemic.
Nina Barough is founder of Walk the Walk, the breast cancer grant making charity to which the fundraising is donated.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 pm

The Government's issued a warning to the live events industry, that the UK's entering a period of 'heightened vigilance' over the spread of the Indian variant of coronavirus.
Several trials have been happening to kick-start mass
gatherings - including 2 5K races at Kempton Park and 21,000 fans watching the
Chelsea game at Wembley Stadium.
And from Monday, limited audiences will be allowed back
inside England's theatres and sport stadiums.
But the Culture Secretary admits it's an 'anxious' time.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:00 pm

Leicester are aiming to win the FA Cup for the first time when they take on Chelsea in this season's final at Wembley this afternoon.
A crowd of 21-thousand people will be in attendance - with
the government using the match as a test event to reintroduce supporters to
stadiums.
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers wants his team to put on a
show for their fans.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:00 pm

A man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after stabbing a shop keeper in Colliers Wood.
47 year old Liam Killigrew was sentenced at
Kingston Crown Court where he pleaded guilty to a knife point robbery, GBH and
criminal damage.
Killigrew was caught trying to steal
money from the shop in Liberty Avenue when he stabbed the shop keeper in the
back.
Other staff then pulled the shutters
down, detaining him inside the premises before calling police.
The shopkeeper was taken to hospital
where his injuries were assessed as significant but not life changing.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 pm

The first 5k run with no social distancing has taken place at Kempton Park.
It's one of two trial races which have taken place there.
Runners have to take a total of three coronavirus tests.
Organisers hope the trial will pave the way for mass
participation events like the London Marathon this summer.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:00 pm

The biggest UK sporting crowd in over a year will watch Chelsea take on Leicester in the FA Cup final at Wembley later.
21-thousand people will be in attendance as part of a government test event to get fans back into stadiums.
Vaccine minister Nadhim Zahawi tells us how those heading to the game have had to prepare.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:00 pm

Fulham manager Scott Parker says he'll learn a lot about the professionalism of his relegated players in the final three Premier League games of the season.
They go to Southampton this afternoon in their first match
since they were sent down to the Championship.
Parker won't accept his side switching off just because their
fate is sealed.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:00 pm

A multimillion-pound expansion of the Wimbledon tennis championships is threatening its green and tranquil surroundings.
The Capability Brown Society has labelled plans to build an
8,000-seat show court and 38 smaller courts as “disastrous”.
The expansion plans by the All England Lawn Tennis Club
would take place in the registered grade II Wimbledon Park designed by Brown.
The club is seeking to develop Wimbledon Park golf club, opposite
the grounds, after the golf members accepted a £65m bid for the site.
If given planning permission, the new courts would allow
Wimbledon to host qualifying matches instead of in Roehampton.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:30 pm

People are being asked their views on the future political map of Epsom and Ewell.
The Boundary Commission has decided the number of
councillors should shrink from 38 to 35.
The body is asking people what facilities and issues are
shared between communities, and are there roads or railways which form strong
dividing lines?
The Commission has a dedicated section on its website where
people can give their views: https://consultation.lgbce.org.uk/node/27356
People can also give their views by e-mail at reviews@lgbce.org.uk
By post:
The Review Officer (Epsom & Ewell)
LGBCE
PO Box 133
Blyth
NE24 9FE
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:04 pm

London's iconic Moonwalk is back today, albeit virtually.
Every year, walkers gather at midnight on Clapham Common before setting off on a 26 mile walk in their bras.
But because of Coronavirus, thousands are instead takin on their walking challenges from the safety of their own front doors.
Nina Barough is the founder of Walk the Walk, the breast cancer grant making charity to which the fundraising is donated.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:30 am

The outgoing Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey is calling for reforms to Criminal Justice and the Prison System.
David
Munro has congratulated Lisa Townsend on her appointment and feels he is leaving
Surrey generally in “good shape”.
He
has expressed an urgent need to prioritise the backlog of court cases caused by
the pandemic and to reduce re-offending rates.
He
is calling on Government to reduce the prison population and offer an alternative
path to imprisonment for less serious offenders.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:00 am

Around 21-thousand fans will be at Wembley for today's FA
Cup final between Chelsea and Leicester.
It'll be the biggest sporting capacity in the UK since the
first lockdown in March last year.
The match is being treated as a government test event to
bring back large crowds.
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel and Leicester
counterpart Brendan Rodgers are delighted they'll have backing.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:00 am

The MP for Twickenham is campaigning for 16 and 17-year-olds to have the right to vote.
Lib Dem Munira Wilson has met with students at Teddington School to talk to them about her personal route into politics.
She feels that young adults have "sufficient political engagement and awareness" to be part of the democratic process.
The voting age in the UK is currently 18.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 am

A family from Cheam has been left shocked after a neighbour complained about a BLM poster on their window.
The Shehatas
received an anonymous letter in the post being told it supposedly "does not reflect well on the neighbourhood".
24-year-old Aj Shehata posted
the letter on Twitter which has since received tens of thousands of reactions.
He said his family were from
Sudan and supported the movement.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 am

Friday, 14 May 2021
Prince Charles has returned to a Breast Cancer research facility in Sutton, 21 years after opening it.
The Prince of Wales learnt about key research milestones that have happened at the Breast Cancer Now Toby Robins centre since 1999.
Among the projects they’re currently working on is one that targets cancerous cells but leaves healthy ones unharmed.
His visit comes as Breast Cancer Now has been forced to reduce its investment in research, as COVID causes a drop in fundraising
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 pm

This year's Chelsea Flower Show is going virtual.
Trevor Nelson, Jo Wiley and Raymond Blanc will be taking part in the online event, which will feature videoed garden tours and demonstrations.
Last year the event at the Royal Hospital Chelsea was moved to September for the first time in its history because of the pandemic.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 pm

New figures reveal that the pandemic saw Kingston unemployment almost tripled last year.
The number of local people claiming unemployment benefits rose to 6,090 in the year to November with less than one job for every three jobseekers.
The Economic Recovery Task Force has now paid out almost £49 million pounds in support grants to nearly 9,000 Kingston businesses, with an additional £1.6m going to more than 350 local firms.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:30 pm

Plans to redevelop Kingston’s Kingfisher Leisure Centre have been given the go-ahead by the council.
The popular centre has been closed since 2019 after the discovery of structural problems in the roof of the building.
Initial plans for the redevelopment will be shared by the architects in the summer.
More than 2,500 people responded to a survey on the redevelopment.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:30 pm

Some people who are bitten by ticks may not get a bullseye rash, or not see it if they do
This is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and we’re being warned to carry a removal tool and check ourselves when out in woodland.
Stella Huyshe-Shires says that the symptoms, which include flu-like symptoms and aching joints, are common to other diseases.
Go to lymediseaseaction.org.uk for more information,
including how to differentiate Lyme from COVID-19.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 pm

The family of a teenage boy found dead in New Malden in February are petitioning for a Good Samaritan’s Law
15 year old Alfie Lawton was discovered in a remote part of Green Lane Rec after spending the afternoon with friends.
Post-mortem results have ruled out foul play, but witnesses are still being urged to come forward.
Alfie’s uncle Sam Gaynor says the petition is calling for a law which is already common-place in most other countries:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:21 pm

Surrey Police are searching for a man wanted in connection with an ongoing investigation
44 year old Peter Bull has links to South London and Epsom.
He is described as around 5ft 5in tall, of medium build with short, brown or grey hair and blue eyes.
Anyone who spots him should call police on 101.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:57 pm

Two teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of murder in Roehampton
The 15 and 17 year olds are being questioned.
An investigation was launched last Thursday following reports of a death at a house in Dowdeswell Close near Richmond Park.
The man, 24 year old Abdirizak Hassan, had suffered stab injuries.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:00 pm

Police are looking for a man, after spy cameras were found in a Ladies toilet in Twickenham
On the 27th of April, the man was seen entering St Mary’s University on Waldegrave Road.
He was wearing a black hoodie, with black jeans, with short black hair and a tan complexion.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:13 pm

The all-English Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea will be held in Porto
There's a limit of 12 thousand fans allowed into the stadium at the end of the month.
It's understood they'll arrive on charter flights into Portugal, get transported straight to the game, and then fly back the same day.
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says he understands why supporters are disappointed the showpiece isn't at Wembley.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:01 pm

The new Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey Lisa Townsend has pledged to keep residents’ views at the heart of her plans for the future
Ms Townsend said she is committed to addressing key issues such as tackling anti-social behaviour and preventing violence against women and girls.
The PCC was voted in by the Surrey public following the election last week.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:07 pm

A walk-in vaccine service has been set up at St George’s Hospital in Tooting
Anyone over the age of 38 can turn up between 12pm and 7pm, any day of the week.
It’s only available for first doses however, and people must still book appointments for their second dose.
People must bring proof of age, such as a drivers licence or passport.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:04 am

We’re being warned to check ourselves for ticks, and carry a removal tool, when going out into woodland
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and people need to be aware of the risks as they enjoy green spaces during the pandemic.
Go to lymediseaseaction.org.uk for more information, including how to differentiate Lyme from COVID-19.
Stella Huyshe-Shires from Lyme Disease Action says that deer actually kill the bacteria, so they’re not the main carrier of the disease.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:36 am

The family of a 15 year old boy found dead in New Malden has created a football team in his memory
Alfie Lawton was discovered in Green Lane Rec in February in freezing cold conditions after going out with friends.
A post-mortem revealed no foul play, but his family are none the wiser as to how he died.
Alfie’s uncle, Sam Gaynor, has decided to set up “Alfletico Madrid” to keep his nephew at the forefront of people’s minds.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:31 am

Police officers from every London borough have taken part in a day of activities aimed at preventing violence against women
The operation yesterday was undertaken following the disappearance of Sarah Everard in Clapham and her subsequent murder.
Compliance checks were carried out on known offenders and officers visited schools to give safety presentations.
They also visited pubs to talk to staff about how they can help keep their customers safe as the lockdown further eases next week.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:02 am

Thursday, 13 May 2021
It’s believed that a catapult has been fired at windows in Englefield Green.
Between the 9th and 11th of May, a number of occurrences took place, that left people with expensive repairs.
Police say they’re in contact with a number of witnesses and are looking through CCTV for faces.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, or Crimestoppers to remain anonymous.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:38 pm

The Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea on the 29th of May has been moved from Istanbul to Porto - with each club getting 6,000 tickets.
Wembley was considered, but the government couldn't fulfil all of UEFA's requests.
The change was made after Turkey was placed on the UK's travel 'red' list, meaning fans wouldn't be able to go.
Portugal's on the green list, so supporters won't have to quarantine on their arrival back home.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:38 pm

A woman who has been confined to a wheelchair for 4 years is going to be walking to raise money.
On June the first, Judy Mason will walk from her home in the centre of town to the Leatherhead Community Hub, around a kilometre away.
She says she’s passionate about the Hub, and its “hope, healing, friendship, and practical community life”.
She’s reached her fundraising target of £1,000 already,
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/walking-for-a-brighter-future/comments#start
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:47 pm

People who go to or from Kennington Tube Station won’t have to pay to cross zone lines from Sunday
It’s moving from Zone 1 to Zone 1/2, as part of an agreement about fares at Battersea Power Station and Nine Elms tube stops.
It means people won’t have to pay extra as a result of the extension to the Northern Line.
Andy Lord, Managing Director of the London Underground, says it will ensure people “get the best value fare.”
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:14 pm

A man’s been charged with a number of offences after two policewomen were injured in Walton on Tuesday night
30 year old Curtis Saville has been remanded in custody to appear in court again next week.
A 29-year-old man from Addlestone who was also arrested has been released with no further action.
Police are appealing for witnesses who may have information about the incident in Felix Road to come forward.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:30 pm

A man is being hunted after attacking another man with a baseball bat in Putney
It’s unknown who he is, but was seen to drive a black convertible BMW.
The victim was hit multiple times, and required surgery as a result.
You can see a picture of the man above, and contact police on 101 if you have any information.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:06 pm

A build-up of grease in an extractor fan is believed to have caused a fire at a kebab Shop in Morden
A shop worker raised the alarm yesterday evening after they saw the caked-in fat had caught fire.
Part of the ground floor was damaged, and the extraction system was completely destroyed, but there are no reports of any injuries.
Restaurant and takeaway owners are being told to ensure they clean their equipment.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:38 pm

A firefighter from Twickenham has been sharing her experiences of public sexual harassment
71% of women of all ages in the UK have experienced some form of it in their lifetime according to the latest UN figures.
This includes cat calling, leering, persistent staring and up-skirting.
Georgina Mann has decided to speak on “Talk Richmond” in response to the death of Sarah Everard in March.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:07 pm

British Airways says it's cancelled its flights between Heathrow and Tel Aviv today because of the ongoing violence there
The airline says the safety and security of staff and customers is its "top priority".
The UK government says it's working "very, very hard" to ensure the tensions between Israel and Gaza doesn't lead to a "terrible escalation".
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:08 pm

People looking to develop the Royal Brompton Hospital site in Chelsea must show how they will protect healthcare services
The facilities are to be moved to Guy and St Thomas’ Hospital, which is sparking fears that the world-class cardiac facilities will be lost.
The guidance from Kensington and Chelsea Council says any proposal must retain and enhance the facilities.
Councillor Johnny Thalassites says “we refused to entertain the prospect of losing pioneering research”.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:08 am

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says there was a lack of concentration throughout the team in their 1-nil defeat at home to Arsenal
The result keeps them fourth in the Premier League - six points ahead of West Ham but having played a game more.
Tuchel says their upcoming FA Cup final must've been a distraction.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:38 am

Wimbledon and Mitcham Commons are celebrating their 150th and 130th birthdays this year
To mark the milestones, young actors from the Wimbledon Common Theatre Trust are to present a celebratory project in July.
Stories of duels, suffragette rallies and royal visits will be featured in their series of mini films as part of the “In Commons” project.
Andy Alty from the theatre trust explains why the commons are being celebrated.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:35 am

An inspection of High Down prison in Banstead has highlighted “significant concerns” about conditions there
The Chief Inspector of Prisons, Charlie Taylor, says that concerns raised by his predecessor in 2018 have not yet been dealt with.
One of the issues, was that security of the men’s only prison was due to be downgraded from Category B to Category C, but the move was suspended.
Yet the site houses around 900 Category C prisoners who were moved there in anticipation.
The reports also found prisoners have also been isolated for up to 10 days with only access to a shower due to Covid-19 restrictions.
A spokesperson for the MOJ said;
“Plans to transition High Down to a Category C prison will resume as soon as possible.
“Our Covid restrictions have ultimately saved lives – with no prisoner or staff deaths as this report recognises.”
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:05 am

Wednesday, 12 May 2021
A man from Egham is among six jailed for a “highly organised” drugs operation
Police have recovered drugs worth nearly £11m that were being transported from London to Birmingham.
51-year-old Barrie Wilkinson from Egham was seen buying sports holdalls in Staines, then placing 104 kilos of cocaine in them and dropping them off in a van.
The group have been given jail terms between just over four years, to 13 and a half years.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:00 pm

Heathrow is calling for the green list of countries to be expanded, saying it’s “overly cautious”
The airport says the other controls in place mean that nations, including the US, should be included in the next update to the list.
Numbers were down 92% in April, compared to before the pandemic.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock says the country is dealing with one of the “strongest threats” to public health, and makes “no apologies” for the measures.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:00 pm

Nurses have played a vital role during the pandemic, and today they are being celebrated
It’s International Nurses’ Day.
Angela Little is a matron at The Royal Marsden in Sutton.
She says social media has really helped communication with other nurse worldwide over the last year:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:30 pm

It’s believed that an auction of Roger Federer memorabilia could raise over £1m for charity
The tennis great’s Foundation supports education educational projects in Southern Africa and Switzerland.
Among the lots will be the kit and racket he used to beat Rafa Nadal at the 2007 Wimbledon Final.
It’s believed that alone could go for up to £50,000.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:00 pm

A teenager from Fulham has created her very own chocolate boxes to raise money for the RSPCA
14-year-old Bella Manson spent two months melting, mixing and munching to create the perfect flavour combinations.
She named them Doodles, after her eight-year-old cocker Spaniel Elsa Doodle.
Bella set her sights on £500, but has raised over £900 for the animal charity.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 pm

It’s International Nurses’ Day
This year is even more poignant as more than 150 nurses are thought to have lost their lives in England and Wales due to Covid-19.
Heather Jones is the Junior Sister at The Oak Centre for Children and Young People at The Royal Marsden in Sutton.
She says there are many ways you can mark the day:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:30 pm

A former drugs tycoon from Kingston has avoided jail, after lying about insurance deals
51-year-old Terence Bowler’s gang were so successful that it left stacks of banknotes to rot, as they couldn’t spend all the money they were making.
The court has now heard that between 2018 and 2020, he used his son’s bank account for an insurance transaction, and lied about his criminal past.
He’s been given an eight-month sentence, suspended for a year.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:12 pm

Firefighters have led three people to safety from a fire in Feltham
Crews were called yesterday evening just after 10.30 to Conway Road.
A caravan and van were destroyed in the blaze on Conway Road, with more vehicles and parts of the neighbouring house damaged.
There were no reports of any injuries, and the fire is under investigation by both the police and the Brigade.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:45 pm

Mike Brown won't play for Harlequins again after being given a six-week ban for a dangerous tackle on another player
The England international was sent off for stepping on Tommy Taylor during their rugby union Premiership victory over Wasps at the weekend.
With only four rounds of the season remaining, Brown won't feature for Quins before his summer move to Newcastle.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:41 pm

We’re being encouraged to show our gratitude for nurses worldwide
It’s International Nurses’ day.
Heather Jones is the Junior Sister at the Oak Centre for Children and Young People at The Royal Marsden in Sutton.
She explains what makes the day so special:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:31 pm

There are 78,000 people living with diabetes across Kingston, Croydon, Merton, Richmond, Sutton and Wandsworth
Diabetes UK is highlighting its “Know Your Risk Tool” to increase awareness to mark Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week.
Living with obesity is the single greatest risk factor for developing the condition.
The online risk tool helps people to assess individual risk and access support to reduce it.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:57 pm

Prince William has visited Croydon Custody Centre to pay his respects to a fallen police officer
Sergeant Matt Ratana was shot and killed while on duty there in September.
The Duke was welcomed by Commissioner Cressida Dick earlier and introduced to Matt’s partner his friends and colleagues.
The visit was part of Mental Health Awareness Week.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:13 pm

Two female police officers have been attacked while attending an aggravated burglary in Walton
They were called to an address in Felix Road at 9 o’clock last night after receiving reports of a group of men with crowbars.
The officers, who were first on the scene, were physically assaulted by one of the suspects.
A 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary.
A 30-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary and assaulting two police officers.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:06 pm

A 45 year old man from West Molesey has been jailed for five years for child sex offences
Police received intelligence that an email address was being used to post indecent videos of children to an online chat group in 2018.
The email address was traced to James Jeffrey.
Forensics uncovered a series of explicit WhatsApp and Facebook messenger chats on one of his devices.
Jeffrey was found guilty of four charges and pleaded guilty to a fifth.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:10 pm

The PM says that an inquiry into the government’s handling of the pandemic will happen within the next 12 months
It was in response to a question by Lib Dem leader and Kingston MP Sir Ed Davey.
He says “we’ll hold him to account on behalf of our country’s bereaved families, so they can get answers & justice”.
Boris Johnson has promised it will happen within the current session of parliament.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:02 pm

A charity in Putney which provides support to isolated elderly people has had its minibus stolen
Regenerate RISE was due to open its centre in mid-April, after being closed for 13 months, when it was taken.
They’re having to borrow a minibus in the meantime, and the insurer only covered two-thirds of the cost of converting it to being dementia-friendly.
The charity is raising funds for a new one, and you can find a the fundraiser here.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:59 am

The government's outlined new internet laws to help keep children safe online and combat racism and other forms of abuse
The Online Safety Bill requires social media platforms to remove and limit harmful content, with large fines for firms who don't protect users.
Recently, a number of sports clubs and athletes took part in a boycott to protest against inaction by tech firms.
Leigh Nicol, who plays for Crystal Palace, was left devastated after being targeted by trolls over private photos.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:34 am

Nurses across the world are being celebrated and thanked today
It’s International Nurses’ Day.
The world has seen first-hand over the last year the fundamental role nursing plays in patient safety.
Angela Little is a matron at The Royal Marsden in Sutton; she says the day is about helping to expand the profession.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:32 am

Spelthorne and Hounslow are two of only a few councils to have spent more on printing over the past year
That’s according to the Taxpayers Alliance, which says that between April 2020 and February 2021, just 14 authorities across the UK reported spending more than the previous year.
Nationwide, nearly £32m less was spent across the country, which almost cuts the cost in half.
Harry Fone, from the TPA, says “Town hall bosses must lock in these reductions for the long term, and pass the advantages of staying paperless onto hard-pressed residents.”
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:10 am

Tuesday, 11 May 2021
Palestinian militants have launched rockets from Gaza, while Israel's unleashed new air strikes in retaliation, killing 22 people.
It follows soaring tensions in Jerusalem, including Palestinian people being evicted from their homes to make way for Jewish settlements.
Putney MP Fleur Anderson has written to the Foreign Secretary, calling for the UK to join calls against this.
She says that millions of Palestinians living in the Occupied Territories have still not had their COVID-19 vaccine either.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:00 pm

Harlequins’ Mike Brown and Tom Dunn of Bath Rugby will appear before a virtual independent disciplinary panel tonight.
Dunn was shown a red card at the match between Bath and Bristol Bears on Saturday “for dangerous tackling.”
Brown was shown a red card at the match between Quins and Wasps on Sunday “for stamping or trampling.”
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:30 pm

Children’s services in Surrey are on a “significant improvement journey”.
OFSTED have been looking into how the County Council fared during the pandemic, and have largely praised their efforts.
However, the regulator says some children enter care in an emergency, rather than a planned way, despite the council’s efforts.
In 2018 the children’s services were rated as inadequate, and have been inspected regularly since then.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:30 pm

A Tory MP is facing a fine of £200, after allegedly allowing his dog to chase deer in Richmond Park.
Danny Kruger, who represents a constituency in Wiltshire, is accused of allowing his Jack Russell to “chase worry or injure” a large herd of deer in March.
His case has been adjourned until May the 24th.
Currently, all dog walkers are being asked to keep their pets on leads, as it’s birthing season.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:30 pm

A driver has escaped serious injury after stones were pelted on to the M3 at Sunbury during rush hour on Friday morning
It is believed that a group of teenagers were standing on the Windmill Lane Bridge deliberately throwing stones at London bound traffic.
The car’s windscreen was smashed.
Police are asking parents to remind their children how dangerous it is to throw objects from motorway bridges.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:50 pm

A former bank employee from Balham has been handed a suspended jail term after taking bribes in the form of cash and gifts
Ayman Touhami then used them to set up fake bank accounts for a criminal group running a sophisticated ‘smishing’ scam.
The 25 year old, who pleaded guilty to bribery, has also been ordered to carry out 200 hours of community work.
His 18 month sentence has been suspended for 18 months.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:17 pm

A number of Ovarian Cancer sufferers had their faces beamed across Piccadilly Circus at the weekend
It was all part of a billboard campaign urging women to look out for the often silent signs of the disease.
38-year-old Katie Wilkins from Wimbledon was diagnosed with “low grade serious ovarian cancer” last year.
She co-ordinated the billboard campaign and explains its key aim:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:00 pm

Surrey’s new Police and Crime Commissioner has been talking about how she’ll attract more officers to the force
Lisa Townsend was elected on second preference votes after Thursday’s election.
It’s after none of the five candidates received more than 50% of first preference ballots.
The Conservative says people need to see a more diverse police force in Surrey:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:00 pm

London Assembly members are being sworn in, following the local elections
UKIP lost both their seats, and Labour lost one too, despite winning the Mayoral post.
That meant a one-seat gain for the Tories, Greens, and Lib Dems.
This is Tony Devenish, giving his speech after being re-elected for the West Central area:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:42 pm

Burnley Manager Sean Dyche says "there's no glory" playing in a relegation game after their win confirmed Fulham's drop to the Championship
The victory ensured their sixth straight season in the Premier League.
Dyche admits this campaign has been his toughest yet and has given huge credit to his players for staying in the top flight.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:32 pm

Boris Johnson claims his plans for the coming year will be "rocket fuel" for his post-coronavirus levelling-up agenda
The government's proposals will be outlined by the Queen, in her first major event since Prince Philip's funeral.
They include more education funding for children and adults, and mandatory photo ID for voters.
Liberal Democrat leader and Kingston MP Ed Davey thinks there should be more help for the UK's unpaid carers and their loved ones.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:27 am

It’s believed that somebody wanted following a collision in Wandsworth may have fled to Manchester
23-year-old Ridwan Ali is being searched for by police, after he failed to appear in court.
He’s been charged with two counts of causing injury by dangerous driving and without insurance.
It happened on Garratt Lane on the 21st of July last year.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:07 am

Fulham have been relegated from the Premier League after losing 2-nil at home to Burnley
They join West Brom and Sheffield United in dropping into the Championship.
Boss Scott Parker was emotional when he spoke after the game last night.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:42 am

A post-mortem examination will be carried out on a whale which was put down after becoming stranded in the River Thames
The charity British Divers Marine Life Rescue says the mammal was humanely put to sleep last night as it was too unwell to save.
These people - who'd gathered at Teddington Lock to see the whale - are devastated.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:33 am

Merton Council says it is currently unable to trim back overhanging foliage at a busy junction because it’s on private property
A tree is obscuring the traffic lights and the pavement at the junction of Bushey Road and Grand Drive in Raynes Park.
A number of drivers and pedestrians have reported safety issues.
The authority says the owner of the property in question is contacted every year with a reminder to trim the foliage.
A spokesman also says the council will be chasing the matter.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:59 am

Surrey’s ambulance crews are taking part in “Dying Matters Week” this week.
South East Coast Ambulance Service will be offering a series of webinars for staff.
They are aimed at providing a greater understanding of palliative and end-of-life care.
They’ll also look to give staff greater confidence in better supporting patients, their families and carers.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:00 am

Three marmosets living in a bedroom in Weybridge have been given to the RSPCA, after the owner realised he couldn’t meet their needs.
The charity is pushing for a ban on keeping primates as
pets, saying they’re intelligent, highly social, and sentient.
The mother, daughter and son monkeys were living in the
owner’s bedroom.
They have now been rehomed in a specialist facility.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:00 am

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson expects a summer of change at the club - but won't comment on whether that means he'll be leaving.
The former England boss has a contract which lasts until the end of the season.
At the age of 73, he's not previously ruled out retirement.
But Hodgson does think there will be a lot of comings and goings between the seasons.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:00 am

Monday, 10 May 2021
Tennis world number one Novak Djokovic says he's encouraged by Andy Murray's return to the court.
The British grand-slam champion has travelled to Rome to practice with some of the world's top players ahead of a likely competitive return next week.
Murray was earlier confirmed for next month's Queen's Club Championships - the traditional warm-up for Wimbledon.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:00 pm

Surrey Police dog Ludo used his tracking skills to find a man who failed to stop for police in Shepperton early this morning.
The man had been seen driving his car dangerously in the Shepperton area.
He briefly stopped for officers, but then drove off at speed and failed to stop again for officers.
A 38-year-old man from Hounslow was later arrested with Ludo’s help.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:00 pm

Two men in their 20s have been stabbed at a house in Putney.
Officers
were called shortly before 4am to an address in Putney Bridge Road.
A
man was found at the scene; a second man presented himself at hospital and has
been arrested on suspicion of GBH.
Neither
man is in a life-threatening condition and police are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:00 pm

There’s a dire warning from the British Heart Foundation today.
The
charity says the number of people waiting more than four months for heart
procedures and operations in the South East has increased.
The
percentage is now 25% higher than before the pandemic.
More
than 6,620 people in the region, including almost 900 in Surrey, were waiting
18 weeks or more for heart-related treatments in February this year.
That’s
compared to 5,300 people in February last year.
The BHF
says the devastating disruption to heart disease care caused by the pandemic
could put lives at risk for years to come.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 pm

A small whale stranded along the River Thames in west London has been put down - after 24 hours of being stuck.
The Minke was first spotted near Richmond yesterday - around 30 miles from the coast.
After being freed from a weir, it then became trapped again further upstream.
Vets say it appeared injured or unwell and would be unlikely to make it back to the sea.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:46 pm

A group of West End actors are inviting us to be judge and jury in a new interactive experience
They’ve created “Jury Games,” a virtual court room drama.
The zoom audience gets to interact with the actors, interrogate the defendant and decide if he is guilty or not guilty.
One of the creators, Tom Black from Sutton, says it’s an exciting concept:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 pm

Two men in their 20s have been stabbed at a house in Putney
Officers were called shortly before 4am to an address in Putney Bridge Road.
A man was found at the scene; a second man presented himself at hospital and has been arrested on suspicion of GBH.
Neither man is in a life-threatening condition and police are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:45 pm

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has revamped his frontbench team in the wake of dismal election results.
Anneliese Dodds has been sacked as shadow chancellor and will become party chair.
Speaking on the election trail on a visit to Surbiton just a few weeks ago she spoke to us about her plans for revamping the high street:
Replacing Ms Dodds as Rishi Sunak's opposite number is former economist Rachel Reeves, who says she is "honoured."
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:28 pm

Marine experts say they are "on stand" to euthanise the Minke Whale that has become trapped at Teddington and "end its suffering”
The British Divers Marine Life Rescue say they will wait until the whale is beached before taking any action.
The mammal first surfaced at Richmond Lock last night where rescuers attempted to coax it back into open water.
However it swam away before returning to Teddington Lock this morning where well-wishers gathered to see it on its way.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:18 pm

The victim of a fatal stabbing in Roehampton has been identified as 24 year old Abdirizak Hassan
Police were called to Dowdeswell Close near Richmond Park on Thursday where they found his body.
A 33-year-old man was arrested on Saturday on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder.
He has been bailed pending further enquiries to a date in late May.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:28 pm

England have confirmed they'll take on the USA and Canada in rugby union internationals this summer
Twickenham will host the games in July, with at least 10,000 fans expected to attend.
Before those matches, an England 'A' side will face a Scotland 'A' team at Leicester's Welford Road on the 27th of June.
Eddie Jones will need to pick an alternative squad - with 11 capped internationals selected for the British and Irish lions.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:47 pm

Andy Murray's been confirmed on the entry list for next month's Queen's Club Championships - the traditional warm-up for Wimbledo
Britain's three-time Grand Slam champion has barely competed this year due to coronavirus and a groin injury, but he's targeting the French Open which starts at the end of the month.
It'll be the first time Murray will compete in the singles at Queen's since 2018.
Dan Evans and Jamie Murray will also take part.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:11 pm

The whale which was stuck at Richmond Lock, and then swam away, has been found in Teddington
He will have to swim back towards Richmond, as there’s no other way out of the weir.
The RNLI are trying to accompany the whale back to the ocean.
Radio Jackie’s Lucy Mayer is at the scene now.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:14 pm

People are being warned to dispose of their cigarettes properly, after rescuing a man from a fire in Croydon
Crews were called on Friday evening to Tavistock Road, after a neighbour saw flames and smoke coming out the window.
The man was taken to hospital, and part of a four-roomed flat was damaged by the blaze.
A spokesperson for the brigade says that ashtrays should be emptied carefully, and they should be wetted before throwing them into a bin.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:04 pm

Rescuers have managed to free a small whale which became stranded along the River Thames at Richmond Lock
It was being towed along the water this morning - and managed to swim away.
We’re being told to keep an eye out for it though, as it’s unknown where it is and it may be underweight.
Julia Cable, national coordinator at the British Divers Marine Life Rescue, had this to say about the whale’s condition during the rescue.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:06 am

Chelsea's women remain on course for an unprecedented quadruple after retaining the Women's Super League title with a 5-nil win over Reading
They've already won the League Cup this season, are in the Champions League final and the last-16 of the FA Cup.
Boss Emma Hayes says it's great to head into next week's European showpiece on a high.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:32 am

A whale which became stuck in the River Thames at Richmond Lock last night has been freed
Rescuers say they've taken it to a stable location, after it was stranded.
It's believed to be up to four-metres long.
Glen Nicolaides, from the London Fire Brigade, says they deployed special water rescue crews.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:01 am

A large number of NHS staff from Surrey and Sussex are expected to turn out in a protest over pay this lunchtime
They’ll be outside the main entrance of East Surrey hospital to call for a rise for all NHS workers.
The event has been organised by UNISON which is calling for an increase of at least £2,000.
The government has said it wants to cap any pay rise at 1%.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:10 am

Sunday, 9 May 2021
The victim of a fatal stabbing in Putney has been identified as a 24 year old man called Abdirizak Hassan
Police
were called on Thursday after he was found dead in at a house in Dowdeswell Close.
On Saturday,
the Met arrested a 33 year old on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder. He’s
currently on bail pending further enquiries.
Right
now the family of the victim are being looked after by specialist officers in
the Met.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 pm

A shop worker has been seriously assaulted in Thornton Heath.
Police were called to the high street
at around 9pm last night where it’s believed the worker attempted to fight off
thieves.
Two men, aged in their 40s and 60s, at the scene suffered non
life threatening injuries and were taken to hospital.
A 19 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of Grievous
Bodily Harm, he remains in custody.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:00 pm

People in Croydon and Sutton are being warned not to leave their dogs unattended outside shops after a rise in pet thefts.
Police are asking people to better secure their properties as well as half of dogs taken disappear from gardens.
Pet charity 'DogLost' has seen reports of thefts rise 170% in London during lockdown.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:21 pm

Chelsea have retained the Women’s Super League trophy after hammering Reading 5-nil.
Emma Hayes’ side have been crowned domestic champions after their win at Kingsmeadow and now look to become queens of Europe as well.
They play Barcelona Feminino in the Champion’s League final next Sunday.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:40 pm

Surrey Wildlife Trust have teamed up with TV presenter Steve Backshall to encourage people to 'go wild' this June.
They’ve launched the 30-Days Wild Challenge and want people to carry out ‘a random act of wildness’ every day of the month.
There’s a Big Wild ‘outdoor’ Breakfast on Tuesday June 1st to kick it off.
It’s all in effort to help boost our mood, health, and sense of connection to nature.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:10 pm

The victim of a fatal stabbing in Putney’s been named as police ask the public for help with a murder investigation.
Abdirizak Hassan, who was 24, was found at a home in Dowdeswell Close in SW15 on Thursday morning.
A 33-year-old man was released on bail after being arrested yesterday on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder.
Police believe more than one person was involved in Abdirizak's murder and are asking anyone who might know anything about it to contact them.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:15 pm

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says a 2-1 victory over Manchester City gives them great confidence going into the Champions League final.
The two sides meet
again in Europe later this month, after the Londoners made the Premier League
leaders wait to clinch the domestic title.
Tuchel tells Sky
Sports News, they're well aware that the final is a unique game.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:00 pm

Spring at Kew Gardens will feel extra special this year.
A new exhibition celebrating the “Secret World of Plants” will open later this month.
Electrical signals generated by the plants have been converted into sounds you’d usually hear from musical instruments.
Composer Jason Singh explains how the day’s environment will have an effect on the type of plant music you’ll hear.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:00 am

A young man has reportedly been stabbed in Thornton Heath.
He was taken to
hospital last night after being attacked at the railway station.
An air ambulance
landed in Iceland car park to help treat him at the scene.
He was later
taken to a major trauma centre by London Ambulance Service.
His condition is
currently unknown.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:00 am

Almost half of Hammersmith and Fulham’s 185,000 residents have now received their first Covid vaccine.
65,000
people have been called upon so far by their GP.
The
area’s NHS is currently offering the vaccine to people most at risk from coronavirus.
This
ranges from older residents and those with serious underlying health problems
to frontline workers in the borough.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:00 am

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes feels they'd be deserving winners of the Women's Super League.
Victory over Reading in their final game this afternoon will guarantee the title - and leave them on course to win the quadruple.
They've already clinched the League Cup and are in the Champions League final - while they're also still involved in the FA Cup.
Hayes believes her side have been the best team all campaign.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:00 am
