More than 100 people have now died at Croydon University Hospital with Covid-19
By Tara O’Connor, Local Democracy Reporter More than 100 people who have tested positive for Covid-19 have now died at
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Man who stole life-saving face masks from King’s College Hospital is jailed
A man who was caught by hospital security staff after snatching life-saving face masks for nurses has been sent to
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Police appeal for witnesses to Wimbledon assault which has left one victim in hospital for “weeks”
Police are appealing for information one month on from a serious unprovoked assault in Wimbledon. Officers were called to High
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Fulham chauffeur to the stars turns to feeding needy during the coronavirus outbreak and says he fears some vulnerable people “may die of hunger”
By Owen Sheppard, Local Democracy Reporter A Fulham man whose company would normally chauffeur professional footballers and boxers has dedicated
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Southwark council approves compulsory purchase of Elephant and Castle shopping centre, paving way for demolition of site
By Grainne Cuffe, Local Democracy Reporter Southwark council approved a compulsory purchase order (CPO) for Elephant and Castle Shopping Centre
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Pippa moves 100k bike ride into her garden to mark third anniversary of operation which saved her life
A cystic fibrosis patient whose transplanted lungs are failing will celebrate the third anniversary of her operation with a 100km
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#ClapForOurCarers founder speaks of delight at success of campaign
The woman who started Britain’s round of applause for NHS workers has been flabbergasted by the response – including on
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Four arrested after raids target firearms and drugs crime
Police have arrested four men following a series of raids across Greenwich, targeting those believed to be in possession of
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Hunting fans step in to help animals of Vauxhall City Farm
Lockdown has brought together neighbours in a way perhaps no other crisis could have. An appeal for help in feeding
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Volunteer group turns national army getting protective kit to where it is most needed in fight against coronavirus
A band of volunteers who decided to deliver infection-blocking safety kits to medics at four hospitals have turned into an
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South London parks to remain open this weekend but police warn against non-essential trips
By Sian Bayley, Local Democracy Reporter Parks will remain open across South-west London this weekend to help residents exercise and
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Man who spat at police officers in attempt to infect them with coronavirus is jailed
A man who spat at police officers, hoping to infect them with coronavirus after being stopped for harassing women, has
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Chef to hand out Spanish-inspired dishes on Easter Sunday
A TV chef will be handing out meals to medics on the front line on Easter Sunday. Sicilian chef and
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More than 1,700 sign up to Greenwich council appeal to help vulnerable during coronavirus outbreak
More than 1,700 people have responded to an appeal by Greenwich council to support residents during the coronavirus pandemic. More
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Man in court on drugs and gun charges
A man has appeared in court charged with firearms and drugs offences. Bryn Cowles, 53, of Love Lane, Morden was charged
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Hero charity worker transporting lifesaving stem cells during coronavirus
A charity worker has been battling the clock, travel restrictions and border closures to ensure lifesaving stem cells can be
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Woolwich head teacher nominated for national award
A head teacher has been nominated for an honour in the “education Oscars”. Lisa Lazell, of Cardwell Primary School, in Frances
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Drama school puts classes online so children can keep active during lockdown
A drama school has been staging its classes online during lockdown. Theatre college All the Arts in New Eltham on
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MP calls for donations of spare laptops and tablets for children learning at home during coronavirus outbreak
An MP has launched a fundraising drive for laptops for children who are not getting enough access to education. Streatham
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DLD College students show their appreciation for NHS staff with signs of thanks
Students just made one of the toughest jobs in the world at the moment a tiny bit easier. Medics at
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Tooting MP Dr Rosena Allin-Khan slams “irresponsible” Health Secretary Matt Hancock and insists coronavirus self-isolation period should be DOUBLED
By Sian Bayley, Local Democracy Reporter An MP working in coronavirus-hit wards has slammed health secretary Matt Hancock for what
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Wandsworth council receives £10.8m from government for help with coronavirus response
By Sian Bayley, Local Democracy Reporter Wandsworth council has received £10.8 million from the government as part of funding given
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St George’s Hospital pauses research to focus on coronavirus cure and testing
By Sian Bayley, Local Democracy Reporter A university hospital has paused all its research to focus full-time on finding a
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Croydon man charged with firearms offences
A man has been charged with firearms offences following a police raid at an address in Croydon on Friday. Leon
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Furloughed BA cabin crew staff help out at Croydon hospital
By Tara O’Connor, Local Democracy Reporter British Airways cabin crew are set to be drafted in to help out at
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Greenwich firm apologises after telling employees by text they wouldn’t be paid due to the coronavirus outbreak
By Lachlan Leeming, Local Democracy Reporter A firm has apologised after telling its employees via text message they wouldn’t be
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“Focus remains on violent crime,” says police commander for Croydon and Merton
By Tara O’Connor, Local Democracy Reporter Assurances that violent crime is still top of the agenda for police in Croydon
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Battersea MasterChef cook Claire to brandish her spatula again with an eye on the finals – and her hotel dream
Gregg Wallace and John Torode talk about food like they are shouting at the football on TV. Other than when
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10 years for everyone on Lewisham waiting list to be housed – but only if nobody else puts their name down
By Grainne Cuffe, Local Democracy Reporter It would take 10 years to get everyone waiting for housing in Lewisham homed – even
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Police release picture of man they want to speak to in connection with Bromley rape
Detectives investigating the rape of a woman who was attacked by a stranger in Bromley have released an image of
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Man charged with murder after pair found dead at house in Stockwell
A man has been charged with the murder of two people who were found with stab injuries at an address
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Dulwich College uses 3D printers to make masks and safety kit for NHS staff
A 400-year-old school has used its 3D printer to offer face masks and safety kit for NHS staff. Dulwich College’s
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Army of 1,500 volunteers sign up to MP Dr Rosena Allin-Khan’s Tooting Together service, helping vulnerable people during the coronavirus outbreak
By Sian Bayley, Local Democracy Reporter More than 1,500 people have joined together to help their neighbours out during the
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