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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council allocates £30,000 for John Archer statue
Wandsworth Council has agreed to allocate £30,000 towards a statue of John Archer, London's first Black mayor. The decision has drawn criticism from Labour councillors, who argue the funds could be better used for services, especially with a proposed 94 per cent council tax increase.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth residents invited to free event on Heathrow expansion on 10 Nov
Wandsworth Council is hosting a free meeting on 10 November at All Saints Church, Putney, to brief residents on Heathrow Airport’s third‑runway plans. Over 400 daily overflights have been recorded in Battersea, and the council will use community input for its response to the consultation running until 22 December.
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Property & Planning · WandsworthAlton Estate regeneration plans under review by Wandsworth Tories
Wandsworth Council's Conservative leadership is reviewing Labour's masterplan for the Alton Estate regeneration. The plan, supported by 82% of residents in a ballot, proposes significant increases in affordable housing but faces financial challenges.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council proposes roadworks charges
Wandsworth Council is consulting on a proposed Lane Rental Scheme that would introduce daily charges for roadworks. Companies would pay fees based on a road's traffic sensitivity, with fines for overruns, aiming to reduce congestion and disruption.
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Four London boroughs submit revised funding bids as Fair Funding Review 2.0 threatens up to 58% cuts
Leaders of Wandsworth, Richmond, Westminster and Kensington & Chelsea councils handed revised funding proposals to the Treasury on Thursday. The Fair Funding Review 2.0 could cut their central grants by 40‑58% by 2029, prompting Wandsworth to propose a 94% tax rise and the closure of its cost‑of‑living reserve.
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Wandsworth, Richmond, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster face up to £108m funding cuts
Four London boroughs will lose between 40 and 58 percent of central funding by 2030. Leaders of Wandsworth, Richmond, Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster handed alternative proposals to the Treasury on 22 October 2026, outlining tax rises and service cuts to meet the shortfall.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council seeks developer partnerships for growth
Wandsworth Council has launched a series of Developer Forums to foster stronger relationships with the development sector. Over 100 industry representatives met with council leaders to discuss unlocking growth and housing delivery.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council trials pavement stencils to deter fly-tipping
Wandsworth Council is trialling pavement stencils in known fly-tipping hotspots as a deterrent. The council will also showcase enforcement actions on social media during Fly-Tipping Fortnight and is developing a new multi-year strategy to increase enforcement.
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Property & Planning · WandsworthCringle Dock waste site faces £20m upgrade
The Cringle Dock waste transfer station in Nine Elms is set for a potential £20 million upgrade. The facility serves Wandsworth, Lambeth, Hammersmith & Fulham, and Kensington & Chelsea, processing 260,000 tonnes of waste annually. The project aims to modernise infrastructure and maintain river transport to cut road congestion.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth in Bloom 2026 winners announced at Battersea Park ceremony
The winners of the Wandsworth in Bloom 2026 competition have been revealed at a ceremony in Battersea Park. The annual event celebrates residents, businesses, and community groups for their contributions to making the borough greener and more biodiverse.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council fined £250 for ignoring tenant's heating complaints
Wandsworth Council has been ordered to pay a tenant £250 and apologise for failing to address complaints about heating, hot water, and damp in her temporary accommodation. The tenant had to wait four months for a council visit after reporting the issues in November 2024.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council rejects pretzel advertising replacement
On 17 September 2026 Wandsworth Council's Planning Committee turned down a proposal to replace the 1995‑era 'pretzel' advertising structure on Wandsworth Roundabout. Six councillors voted against the 25‑metre timber design, following 153 objections and safety concerns from TfL.
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Local News · LondonWandsworth Council raises council tax by 94% for 2026‑27
Wandsworth Council announced a 94% rise in council tax for the 2026‑27 financial year, the largest jump in recent history. The Independent noted that legal action may be taken against the government over the decision. Residents can now lodge objections through the usual pre‑consultation process.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council rated 'C3' for housing safety failings
Wandsworth Council has received a 'C3' rating from the Regulator of Social Housing due to significant failings in its housing services. Inspectors found widespread issues with electrical safety testing and overdue fire safety works, prompting an apology from the council leader.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth residents honoured at Moves Together Awards ceremony
On 16 September 2026 Wandsworth Council held its Moves Together Awards in the Civic Suite. Councillor Ethan Brooks handed out the Outstanding Achievement Award and the Mayor presented the Mayor’s Award, recognising volunteers, coaches and athletes who have kept the borough active.
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Property & Planning · WandsworthBattersea Power Station plans revised for 3.2m sq ft development
Battersea Power Station Development Company has submitted a revised masterplan to Wandsworth Council proposing up to 3.2 million square feet of residential, commercial, and leisure space on the remaining 16 acres. The plans include a new cultural venue called the 'Third Generator'.
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Council & Politics · WestminsterWestminster, Kensington & Chelsea and Wandsworth councils challenge £100m funding cut
Council leaders from Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea and Wandsworth sent a letter to the Prime Minister on 20 August, warning that the Fairer Funding Review will strip £108 million, £100 million and £84 million respectively over four years. They intend to use legal powers to contest the cuts, while residents face possible tax hikes and service reductions.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthBarnet joins London councils to challenge £292m funding cut
Barnet Council has joined three inner-London boroughs in a formal challenge to government funding reforms that would remove £292 million over four years. The councils say the cuts threaten essential services and will force council tax rises. Residents can respond through a survey open until 15 October 2026.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthWandsworth Council to host developer forum at Battersea Power Station
Wandsworth Council is hosting a developer forum at Battersea Power Station to foster collaboration and drive investment. The initiative aims to accelerate housing delivery and support economic growth throughout the borough, with future sessions planned.
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Council & Politics · WandsworthLabour wins Trinity ward by-election in Wandsworth
A Labour councillor has won the Trinity ward by-election, securing 1,558 votes. The result means the political balance on Wandsworth Council remains unchanged following the May 2026 elections.
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