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Wandsworth criticises ‘astonishing’ changes to proposed Mansion Tax

Posted on September 23, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Wandsworth Council has criticised reports that the Government is considering extending the mansion tax to 150,000 more households, including a further 6,500 in Wandsworth.
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Children’s committee to examine social care, SEND and youth services in first meeting of new administration

Posted on September 22, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Wandsworth Council's Children's Overview and Scrutiny Committee will meet on Tuesday 22 September for its first session since the new Cabinet was appointed.
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Children’s committee to examine social care, SEND and youth services in first meeting of new administration

Posted on September 22, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Wandsworth Council's Children's Overview and Scrutiny Committee will meet on Tuesday 22 September for its first session since the new Cabinet was appointed.
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Major progress on Alton block demolition as regeneration moves forward

Posted on September 21, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Regeneration is underway in Roehampton as the long-empty block is cleared to make way for new homes and community spaces.
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Major progress on Alton block demolition as regeneration moves forward

Posted on September 21, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Regeneration is underway in Roehampton as the long-empty block is cleared to make way for new homes and community spaces.
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Wandsworth Council sets out plans for major investment to clean up streets and crack down on fly-tipping

Posted on September 17, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Wandsworth Council has set out plans for a major investment in street cleansing and increased enforcement action as part of a package of measures designed to keep streets cleaner, tackle grime and respond more quickly to the issues residents care about most.
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Wandsworth Council sets out plans for major investment to clean up streets and crack down on fly-tipping

Posted on September 17, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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Wandsworth Council has set out plans for a major investment in street cleansing and increased enforcement action as part of a package of measures designed to keep streets cleaner, tackle grime and respond more quickly to the issues residents care about most.
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Local sporting heroes celebrated at Wandsworth Moves Together Awards 2026

Posted on September 17, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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The athletes, coaches, volunteers, schools and community organisations helping Wandsworth become a healthier, more active and connected borough have been celebrated at the Wandsworth Moves Together Awards 2026. 
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Local sporting heroes celebrated at Wandsworth Moves Together Awards 2026

Posted on September 17, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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The athletes, coaches, volunteers, schools and community organisations helping Wandsworth become a healthier, more active and connected borough have been celebrated at the Wandsworth Moves Together Awards 2026. 
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Borough leaders challenge ‘unfair’ Government funding

Posted on September 16, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
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In a joint letter with fellow London borough leaders, Councillor Robert Morritt, the Leader of Wandsworth Council, has issued a warning to the Prime Minister.
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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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