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Wandsworth and Merton councillors clash over Wimbledon Greyhound Stadium redevelopment

Councillors are at war over the future of one of London’s last greyhound tracks. While proposals for either a new

Dig Merton targets greener borough as new initiative begins

Summary: Fruit, vegetables and wild flowers are being planted on public land. Image: By Jack Miller Springtime fever is ripe

Merton misses out on cycling funding but further investment is on the way

Summary: The borough’s mini-holland bid was beaten by Enfield, Kingston and Walton Forest. Image: By Jack Miller Cyclists of Merton

Renovated bridge to be named after late Colliers Wood councillor

Summary: Councillor Gam Gurung died last year. Image: By SWLondoner staff  A late Merton councillor is to be honoured with

Wimbledon Broadway to be closed to general traffic if ‘mini Holland’ bid succesful

Summary: The council hopes to transform the area to make it more appealing for cyclists. Image: By Jonny Green Wimbledon

High Street Blues: Balham residents voice concern over rise of betting shops

Summary: There are almost 9,000 betting shops across Britain Image: By Nathan Blades “Balham is my ‘village’ and I use

Anger grows as council looks set to ignore Mitcham bus lane opposition

Summary: The proposed bus lane, designed to boost trade, has caused concern among many residents. Image: By Jacob Metcalf Plans

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