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Balham Neighbourhood Wardens to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour

Posted on February 13, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Proposals are being put before Cabinet to implement a Balham Neighbourhood Wardens scheme to help tackle anti-social behaviour and keep our streets even safer.
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Estate playgrounds swing into spring after refurbishments

Posted on February 13, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Playgrounds on estates across Wandsworth are getting a fresh look thanks to investment from the council’s £9m Neighbourhood Renewal Fund.
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Minimising travel disruption during Albert Bridge closure  

Posted on February 13, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
We are working to minimise travel disruption and support residents and businesses following the unexpected closure of Albert Bridge by the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC), which is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the bridge. 
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Wandsworth celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with Early Careers showcase

Posted on February 13, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Young people from across the borough gathered in the Council Chamber at Wandsworth Town Hall this week to mark National Apprenticeship Week at an Early Careers Apprenticeship Showcase.
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Wandsworth residents recycling 25% more

Posted on February 13, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth’s recycling rate has increased by 25% thanks to residents’ hard work and the Cleaner Borough Plan, the biggest year-on-year improvement the borough has ever seen.
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Wandsworth delivers on climate action goals

Posted on February 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth has delivered a standout year of progress on becoming a more sustainable borough as it accelerates towards its 2043 net zero goal.
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Wandsworth Council cracks down on cold and inefficient rental homes

Posted on February 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth Council is cracking down on substandard rental properties and improving conditions for private renters living in some of the borough’s least energy‑efficient homes.
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Wandsworth delivers on climate action goals

Posted on February 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth has delivered a standout year of progress on becoming a more sustainable borough as it accelerates towards its 2043 net zero goal.
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Wandsworth Council cracks down on cold and inefficient rental homes

Posted on February 12, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth Council is cracking down on substandard rental properties and improving conditions for private renters living in some of the borough’s least energy‑efficient homes.
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Council grants for community projects 

Posted on February 11, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
17 groups will share a total of more than £141,000 in the latest round of the council’s Wandsworth Grant Fund, which supports community projects that benefit local people.
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Maltese Connection

Clapham Junction is a prehistoric site on Malta near the Dingli Cliffs. It is a complex network of tracks gouged in the rock. Its age and purpose are still a mystery of Maltese history. Beside the megalithic temples it is the most mysterious artefact on Malta. It is reported that the name "Clapham Junction" was given by an Englishman, who later reported that it reminded him of the great and busy railway station Clapham Junction in London.

Platform 1

The old platform 1 has now become platform ZERO. See our main article about Platform 1 at Clapham Junction

Wheelchair users are advised that they should allow an hour for transfer between platforms at Clapham Junction.

Gay Life on TV

Clapham Junction is a 2007 British television film, written by Kevin Elyot, about the experiences of gay men during 36 hours in the Clapham area of London and the consequences when their lives collide. It was broadcast on Channel 4 in July 2007. The drama was shown as part of a short season by Channel 4 to mark the 40th anniversary of decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales.
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