Summary: A report released by transparency lobbyists is claiming that the £515million spent by councils on surveillance equipment is ineffective.

Summary: Safer Neighbourhoods Officers in Shepherd’s Bush have been named the best in London for local policing. Image: By Asif

Summary: Merton is holding a series of events throughout February to coincide with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender History Month.

Summary: Wandsworth Council won the funding to boost employment opportunities for young people in the borough. Image: By Hardeep Matharu

Summary: Wimbledon Broadway’s Jimmy Spice’s was prosecuted for acting contrary to food hygeine regulations. Image: By Hardeep Matharu A mouse

Summary: SW Londoner reporter Toby Bakare looks at public opinion of paid street fundraisers and how efficient the method really

Summary: Merton Council is warning residents to watch out for con-artists offering to fix computer problems. Image: By Wayne Bartlett

Summary: SW Londoner provides your weekly round-up of what Merton has to offer. Image: By Scott McWhinney Looking for something

Summary: South Thames College students put up Christmas decorations in a London veterans hostel on Friday. Image: By Ben Sneath

Summary: SW Londoner provides your weekly round-up of what Merton has to offer. Image: By Natasha Barr Looking for something

Summary: The 95% mortgages will be offered in an attempt to tackle the housing shortage and allow more people to