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Wandsworth calls for Mayor of London to take responsibility for Hammersmith Bridge

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Wandsworth Council has called for responsibility for Hammersmith Bridge to be transferred to the Mayor of London, so the capital can finally secure a credible, funded plan to fully restore this vital strategic river crossing. 
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New Leader of Wandsworth Council confirmed

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Councillor Robert Morritt has been confirmed as the new Leader of Wandsworth Council.
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Wandsworth Council plans new police officers in major boost to neighbourhood policing

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Residents across Wandsworth are set to benefit from more visible neighbourhood policing, increased patrols and great action on anti-social behaviour under new plans.
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Tenants and leaseholders to help improve housing standards in Wandsworth 

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Wandsworth Council’s new Housing Improvement and Transformation (HIT) Board has met for the first time, bringing residents, councillors and senior officers together to drive up housing standards.
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We’re pro-growth: Wandsworth Council meets with developers in renewed focus on building new homes

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Wandsworth Council brought together developers, investors and regeneration partners last week for positive discussions aimed at building constructive relationships and supporting the delivery of new homes, jobs and investment across the borough.
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Have your say on policy proposals to help shape Heathrow expansion plans

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Wandsworth residents, businesses and local organisations are encouraged to directly respond to the government’s consultation on a policy framework that could shape the future of Heathrow Airport.
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Demolition of Pennethorne House paves the way for more than 125 new homes

Posted on July 21, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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The former estate block is being cleared to make way for much-needed new homes as regeneration continues across Winstanley and York Road estates.
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New pitches and plenty of fun as refurbished all-weather pitches open in Battersea Park

Posted on July 21, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Local schools in Wandsworth gathered at Battersea Park's upgraded all-weather pitches for a sports festival to celebrate their refurbishment.
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Demolition of Pennethorne House paves the way for more than 125 new homes

Posted on July 21, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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The former estate block is being cleared to make way for much-needed new homes as regeneration continues across Winstanley and York Road estates.
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New pitches and plenty of fun as refurbished All-Weather Pitches open in Battersea Park

Posted on July 21, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Local schools in Wandsworth gathered at Battersea Park's upgraded all-weather pitches for a sports festival to celebrate their refurbishment.
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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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