London Rental Property News for January 2015
Hammersmith and Fulham offers free flu vaccinations for children this weekend
This weekend a free walk-in flu vaccination clinic will be open for children under the age of five in Hammersmith and Fulham. The clinic will offer flu vaccinations for children aged between two and four, in a bid to reduce the illness in the borough.
Read Article ... Published on 30th January, 2015
Lambeth proposes new Business Improvement District
Businesses throughout Tulse Hill and West Norwood are planning on joining forces to increase growth in Lambeth Town Centre. The coalition of companies has managed to secure funding from the mayor of London and Lambeth Council, which will be put toward the creation of a Business Improvement District (BID).
Read Article ... Published on 28th January, 2015
Sutton's theatres have future after new deal
Both of Sutton's theatres are set to be taken over by a new theatre company, ensuring that the venues have a future. The Sutton Theatres Trust will now be taking over both playhouses, helping to support the arts in the area.
Read Article ... Published on 28th January, 2015
Merton Council shortlisted for four national awards
Merton Council has been shortlisted within four categories for the Local Government Chronicle awards. The council is up for awards for its work around hoarding, preventing homelessness and dementia.
Read Article ... Published on 26th January, 2015
Southwark offers free swim and gym to over-60s
Southwark Council has announced that a new pilot project will allow those over the age of 60 to make the most of free leisure access. The council recently announced that a new trial project would allow eligible residents to enjoy free swimming and gym use, and it has now said that it will offer this to over-60s at certain times as well.
Read Article ... Published on 26th January, 2015
Hanwell: A thriving town boasting history and family fun
Once a quiet village on the western outskirts of London, Hanwell has grown into a thriving town thanks to small business start-ups and community activity.
Read Article ... Published on 26th January, 2015
Gunnersbury: Cultured and comfortable living in west London
Gunnersbury boasts a desirable location on the western outskirts of London, close to the Thames and prestigious attractions like the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd January, 2015
Islington proposes new diesel surcharge to reduce emission
A new diesel surcharge for resident parking permits has been proposed by Islington Council. It is thought that the surcharge could help toward the improvement of air quality in the borough.
Read Article ... Published on 21st January, 2015
East Ham: A fun family district in lively east London
The suburban district of East Ham is situated in east London, within the borough of Newham and not far from Barking, Ilford and Stratford.
Read Article ... Published on 21st January, 2015
Blackheath primary school to be totally rebuilt
A primary school in Blackheath is to be fully rebuilt to update the ageing buildings, some of which date back to the Victorian times. Invicta primary School will have all new buildings constructed to replace the older ones.
Read Article ... Published on 20th January, 2015
Redbridge Council responds to government cuts
Redbridge Council is having to make a number of savings in order to deal with large government cuts. As part of the 2015/16 budget proposals, the council needs to make £36 million worth of savings in seven months.
Read Article ... Published on 19th January, 2015
More spaces to be made for pupils in Sutton
A school in Wallington will be creating an extra 120 new places this year as Sutton Council moves forward with its ambitious school expansion plan.
Read Article ... Published on 15th January, 2015
Enfield launches new stop smoking campaign
A new campaign has been launched by Enfield Council that urges residents 'Don't go Broke for a Smoke'. The campaign is aimed at getting people to think about how much they spend on their habit in an effort to reduce how much people smoke.
Read Article ... Published on 15th January, 2015
Northumberland Heath to begin improvement works
Improvement works in Northumberland Heath are due to start today (Monday January 12th). The aim of the works is to provide enhanced public spaces at the Bexley Road and Mill Road junction.
Read Article ... Published on 12th January, 2015
London property prices set to fall in 2015
If you're looking to put down roots in London, you could benefit from putting off on purchasing a property and rent a home instead. This is because house prices across the capital are set to fall throughout 2015, according to new information from the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR).
Read Article ... Published on 7th January, 2015
Second phase of Merton primary school expansion scheduled
The second phase of the Dundonald Primary School expansion will soon be underway after Merton Council awarded the contract to the work to builders Kind and Company.
Read Article ... Published on 5th January, 2015
Wandsworth urges residents to recycle after the festive period
Wandsworth Council is urging residents to recycle rubbish following the festive period. The council has asked that people take steps to properly recycle wrapping paper, cards, drinks cans, glass bottles and plastics to reduce the amount of refuse that is sent to landfill in the new year.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd January, 2015
