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Hammersmith MP Joins Call for Ban on Injury Compensation Calls
Andy Slaughter pushing for more cold calling restrictions

Think Tank Calls For E-scooter Legalisation
Believes more transport options will decrease reliance on cars

Weekly Capping Being Introduced for Oyster on Tube and Rail
Measure means it is no longer necessary to buy a weekly Travelcard

Jennifer Arcuri Claims PM Did Not Ask For Her To Go on Trips
Says their relationship had no bearing on her being included

Heavy Rainfall Forces Kings Mall Closures
Leaks from the ceiling shut parts of the shopping centre

Sadiq Khan Blasts Change To Mayoral Voting System
Claims switch an attempt to make it easier for Tories to win

All New London Buses To Be Zero Emission
But Mayor voices fears about government led service cuts ahead

Electric Car Shortage Ahead of ULEZ Deadline
Waiting lists of over a year for some new models

Nearly Half the Borough's Schools Contain Harmful Materials
Seven buildings found to have most harmful type of asbestos

Mayor Calls for 'Covid Recovery Visas' To Be Issued
Says chronic labour shortages are hampering London's economy

Safety is Paramount Says Hammersmith Academy Headteacher
Covid testing regime in place as schools return

Fire Safety Defects in Over 1,000 Residential Buildings in London
Fire chief says level of deficiency is unacceptable

Gambling Ad Ban Being Considered on Transport Network
Mayor asks TfL to implement pledge he made during election

Chick 'Cocky' Knight's Hammersmith Bridge Heroics Final Recognised
Mayor honours former wrestler who saved two people from drowning

Refurb of Ravenscourt Court Park Cafe Set To Begin
Project scheduled to be completed by next Spring

Mercury Prize for Hammersmith's Arlo Park
Locally born singer/song-writer wins for her debut album

No Short Cuts on HGV Driver Testing Say Cycling Campaigners
Process reportedly to be streamlined to tackle shortage

Mayor Launches London Refugee Response Fund
Initiative offers 'one-stop shop' for donations

Covid Conspiracy Theorists 'Place Razors in Posters'
Union calls for action to protect staff on transport network

First Afghan Refugee Family Arrives in Hammersmith & Fulham
Four properties identified in the borough as suitable housing

Local Alternative Provision Schools Rebranded
Three in the borough become part of Ormiston Academies Trust

Solicitor Accused of Injecting Blood into Food
Leoaai Elghareeb charged with targeting Fulham Palace Road supermarkets

Local Hospital Repair Bill Now Tops a Billion Pounds
Maintenance backlog biggest of any NHS Trust in the country

Call Made for an End to Freedom Pass Restrictions
Concessionary travel for older people still stopped in morning peak

TfL Still Hoping To Avoid Big New Year Fare Increase
Mayor asking the government to be flexible in negotiations

Hammersmith Residents Speak of Their Flooding Fears
One couple concerned about daughter moving into their riverside house

Mayor Lacks Ambition on Affordable Housing Says Opposition
Government grant to be used to build nearly 30,000 housing units by 2026

Five Local Men Jailed for Killing Taekwondo Star
Gang refuse to reveal why they ran over and beat teenager to death

Residents Near Heathrow Angry at Night Flight Extension
Government says current quota to remain in place for extra year

Vaccine Take Up Stalls in Hammersmith and Fulham
Less than half of younger age groups have had the jab

Council Leader Indicates Door is Open for Afghan Refugees
Borough in discussion with Home Office on how it can help with the crisis

RMT Suspends Planned Strike on the Underground
Industrial action called off after progress in talks on Night Tube grade

Hammersmith Hit By Spate of Flytipping
Leamore Street and Caithness Road targeted by gangs dumping waste

Hammersmith Bridge Stabilisation To Cost Less Than Expected
Council to proceed with project that will be finished within a year

Take Part in Maggie's Night Hike
See London like you've never seen it before and help people with cancer

Hammersmith & Fulham House Prices Rise Sharply
Estate agent believes bridge fiasco one reason for 15% increase

Pupils Across Hammersmith Excel at GCSE and A Level
Year 11 and Year 13 groups cope well in challenging environment

Younger Age Groups Worst Hit By Local Covid Surge
Local hospitals reporting rise in people needing critical care

Convicted Terrorist Drove Hammersmith & Fulham Bin Lorry
Breached terms of his release by not informing authorities

Blind Campaigners Call for E-scooter Trial To Be Ditched
Claim they are a trip hazard and make disabled people fearful to leave home

Teacher at Hammersmith School Convicted of Child Abuse
Ben Breakwell found guilty of 32 sexual offences against young girls

Man Dies After Fall from Building Site in Hammersmith
Police had been searching for suspect after assaults in bar on The Broadway

More Investment for London's Violence Reduction Unit
ÂŁ5 million extra for support and specialist training for youth workers

Council Makes Pledge on Tackling Anti-social Behaviour
Promises to work with residents suffering from disruption

More Details Emerge of Upgraded King Street Cycleway
Council says new design will be bi-directional as in permanent scheme

Toll Could Be Only Option for Hammersmith Bridge
Committee hears that ÂŁ3 charge needed unless more financial support received

20 Metre High Geyser Seen Next To Hammersmith Bridge
Heavy rains believed to have lead to increased pressure in nearby sewage pipes

Bike Club Founder Named in Cycling UK's 100 Women in Cycling
Alexandra Rico-Lloyd started UKâs first kids bike subscription service

Huge Relief at Hammersmith Bridge Reopening
One man's commute, that was taking up to two hours, now 10 minutes

Hammersmith 'Uniquely Vulnerable' To Covid Resurgence
Low vaccine rates raise fears for consequences of lockdown easing

Sacred Heart Girls Win Apps For Good Award
Students created app to aid those with dyslexia

Big Changes Proposed for Hammersmith and Fulham & Chelsea Seats
Boundary commission suggesting radical redrawing of local political map

Hammersmith Police Officer Harassed Jogger
Receives final warning after being found guilty of gross misconduct

Objectors Fail To Block Hammersmith Strip Club Licence
Committee unanimously backs Secretâs renewal application

Photo Sought of Fallen Soldier from Hammersmith
Group wants to commemorate Alfred Churchlow who is buried in a Dutch cemetery

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Calendar

It Shouldn't Happen To A Plumber

The Italian Plumber: Oh, what a friendly little dog

Free Summer Activities for Older Residents Available

Borough-wide programme includes swimming, tai chi and walking netball

Riverside Artists Group Launches River Theme Projects

Events include clay workshops in Brentford and a Whistler Walk along the Thames

Forthcoming Roadworks in Hammersmith

Delays in store on due to local road and lane closures

Transport Disruption Ahead in Hammersmith

Engineering work affecting tube and rail services this weekend

Emery Walker and the Private Press Movement

First exhibition at Emery Walker's House opens this August

Hammersmith BID's Summer Festival Returns

A whole host of free activities plus sport and film on the big screen

Lyric To Stage The Beauty Queen of Leenane

Major revival of award-winning play coming this autumn

125 Years of the Kelmscott Chaucer To Be Marked

Described as the crowning glory of William Morris's book printing venture

Banned Farmer's Market Organiser Takes Council To Court

Man behind Ravenscourt Park and Bishop's Park markets sues the borough

Lyric Hammersmith To Reopen With a Triple Bill

Three new plays to be staged to live audiences in the summer

Irish Cultural Centre Launches Free Hotline

Even technophobes can now access weekly lunchtime performances

Tree Trail Launched in Ravenscourt Park

Friends group select 25 trees of particular interest for you to view

New Live Music Venue To Open at Olympia London

4.400 capacity will be biggest in West London larger than Hammersmith Apollo

Auction Raises ÂŁ6,870 for The Upper Room

Enthusiastic bidding at event organised on behalf of Artists at Home

Riverside Studios Launches Virtual Riverside

Programme of free online films and community events during lockdown

Have You Explored H&F Libraries' Online Resources?

Discover e-books, audio books, courses, learning for kids and much more

Leisure

Welcome To Promised Care Ltd

Careworkers to provide live-in and live-out care to private clients

Visit The London Transport Depot Museum This September

A whole host of fun activities for all the family

New Independent Pizza Restaurant Opening on King Street

Pop-up success prompted jazz musician to set up in Ravenscourt Park

Damning Food Hygiene Report for North End Road Takeaway

Inspectors described condition of East Ocean's equipment as 'disgusting'

New Operator for Lyric Hammersmith Cafe

Outsider Tart will be opening outdoor space when lockdown regulations allow

Property

Hammersmith Property Prices Rock Solid in Challenging Year

Covid-19, Brexit, cladding issues and a collapsing economy have little effect

Family Houses in Hammersmith Snapped Up During Pandemic

Buyers still willing to pay high prices despite uncertainty

Is a Premium Still Justified for Hammersmith's Great Transport Links?

Agents concerned that 'new normal' might not suit local property

Huge Kings Mall Car Park Redevelopment Moves a Step Closer

Scheme including 17 storey tower to be completed by end of next year

ÂŁ89 Million King Street Regeneration Budget Approved

Council plans to borrow to fund part of town hall redevelopment

Community

Lockdown 'Devastating Blow' For Hammersmith Big Issue Seller

Dave Martin heart-broken he was unable to wish customers Happy Christmas

'Inspiring' Hammersmith Supermarket Worker With Downâs Syndrome Hailed

Emma Sarre has worked at the local Tesco for over seven years

Hammersmith Post Office Set To Close

Branch inside WHSmith to shut due to Kings Mall redevelopment

Hammersmith & Fulham Teacher Exodus To Be Investigated

Workload, pay and housing thought to be factors in departures

What Happens To Asylum Seekers in Hammersmith & Fulham

Home Office reported to be housing them in five hotels in the borough

90 Years Since Chick 'Cocky' Knight's Hammersmith Bridge Heroics

Second time that local wrestler had rescued someone from drowning

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