Train cancellations in south east London in half term week Submitted by daniel on Fri, 13/09/2024 - 08:00 The upgrade work means that no trains will run on parts of the National Rail and London Overground from Saturday, October 26 through to Friday, November 1. These upgraded signalling systems will be implemented between Crystal Palace, Tulse Hill and Peckham Rye. News Shopper
What can you get for £400k in London? Ten of the best two-bedroom flats for sale across the capital Submitted by daniel on Fri, 13/09/2024 - 07:15 We found appealing two-bedroom flats for less than £400,000 – well under the average for a first-time buyer in London – in hotspots like Stoke Newington, Battersea and now-prized Peckham. Inkl
Signalling works mean only a ghost train service at Halloween Submitted by daniel on Thu, 12/09/2024 - 12:52 If you were hoping to plan any trips by train for the October half-term week – forget it. Inside Croydon
Two local MPs elected to significant Westminster Committee roles Submitted by daniel on Thu, 12/09/2024 - 11:27 In a significant achievement for local representation, two MPs from our Brixton Buzz patch have been elected to chair influential Westminster committees following competition from fellow Labour Party members. BrixtonBuzz
Labour MPs’ ‘tears’ won’t keep the elderly warm this winter Submitted by daniel on Thu, 12/09/2024 - 08:00 Why were Labour MPs threatened with losing the party whip, and what does it mean? ANDREW FISHER on how Croydon’s MPs voted over the removal of pensioners’ Winter Fuel Payment Inside Croydon
Hockey star hails life-changing impact of SportsAid funding Submitted by daniel on Thu, 12/09/2024 - 08:00 The 16-year-old has stepped up to play for England, matching his sister Betty in the process. And the charity’s funding has been invaluable for the South London youngster as he makes his way on the international scene. The Leader
Clapham and Brixton Hill MP absent from vote on Winter Fuel Allowance cuts, but registers strong opposition Submitted by daniel on Wed, 11/09/2024 - 10:27 The Labour MP for Clapham and Brixton Hill, Bell Ribeiro-Addy, did not take part in the Parliamentary vote on the Conservative motion to block plans to means-test the Winter Fuel Allowance. In a statement, Ribeiro-Addy explained her absence, saying: BrixtonBuzz
Disabled activist claims she was left 'crying all night' after Eurostar 'forced her to prove her disability' as she travelled home from the Paralympics Submitted by daniel on Wed, 11/09/2024 - 10:24 A wheelchair user has claimed Eurostar staff prevented her from boarding a service from Paris to London after a 'petty power play'. Daily Mail
Ice-hockey: Streatham gear up for start of title defence with friendly victories over Slough Jets Submitted by daniel on Tue, 10/09/2024 - 12:55 BY CHRISTOPHER BEAL Streatham got ready to defend their NIHL 1 South League title with a pair of victories over the Slough Jets last weekend – winning both games 4-3. Sunday’s match at the High Road saw a short-benched RedHawks push the game to overtime. South London News
Train disruptions in south London over October half Submitted by daniel on Tue, 10/09/2024 - 12:55 Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Rail passengers in south London have been warned of disruptions to their journeys over October half term as some routes will close for a week. LondonWorld