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
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
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
Southern train cancellations and diversions this week Submitted by daniel on Tue, 10/09/2024 - 12:30 The work will affect trains from September 10 through to September 13. We have compiled all the details on these works so that you can plan your journey this week. Tuesday to Friday (September 10 to September 13): This is Local London
Signalling upgrades to impact services in South London during October half term Submitted by daniel on Tue, 10/09/2024 - 11:04 Network Rail has issued the following press release: Rail passengers in South London asked to plan ahead as Network Rail brings an upgraded signalling system online over seven days this October half term. mynewsdesk.com
Wheelchair user prevented from boarding Eurostar over ramp Submitted by daniel on Tue, 10/09/2024 - 09:58 Wheelchair user prevented from boarding Eurostar A disability activist said she was prevented from boarding a Eurostar service to London because she had not booked a ramp - even though her ticket was for a wheelchair space. BBC.com