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Wandsworth achieves Ofsted’s highest possible rating for children’s services

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth Council has achieved Ofsted’s highest possible rating for children’s services, with the borough judged “outstanding” in every area following an inspection that recognised the exceptional support being delivered to children, young people and families.
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Wandsworth urges residents to protect brain health during Dementia Action Week

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth Council is supporting Dementia Action Week from 18 to 24 May by encouraging residents to take simple steps that may help reduce their risk of dementia later in life. 
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Wandsworth Council Leader-Elect sets out first steps

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Following the local elections, which saw the Conservatives become the largest party on Wandsworth Council, a new Conservative-led administration will shortly take office.
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Wandsworth Council Leader-Elect sets out first steps

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Following last week’s local elections, which saw the Conservatives become the largest party on Wandsworth Council, a new Conservative-led administration will shortly take office.
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Wandsworth achieves Ofsted’s highest possible rating for children’s services

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth Council has achieved Ofsted’s highest possible rating for children’s services, with the borough judged “outstanding” in every area following an inspection that recognised the exceptional support being delivered to children, young people and families.
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Wandsworth urges residents to protect brain health during Dementia Action Week

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth Council is supporting Dementia Action Week from 18 to 24 May by encouraging residents to take simple steps that may help reduce their risk of dementia later in life. 
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Wandsworth local election results declared

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Thank you to all those who turned out to vote in local elections for Wandsworth.
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Wandsworth local election results declared

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Thank you to all those who turned out to vote in local elections for Wandsworth.
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REWORK London gives second life to household appliances

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Did you know you can save money and contribute to a greener lifestyle by shopping at Wandsworth’s local refurbished appliances workshop, REWORK?
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REWORK London gives second life to household appliances

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Did you know you can save money and contribute to a greener lifestyle by shopping at Wandsworth’s local refurbished appliances workshop, REWORK?
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  • South London star announced for Strictly Come Dancing line-up August 19, 2026
    A Wandsworth-born television presenter will be taking to the dancefloor when Strictly Come Dancing returns this September.
  • 'I'm home' EastEnders boss confirms star will return to BBC soap after 17 years August 17, 2026
    Robert Kazinsky will return to EastEnders as Sean Slater, 17 years after leaving the BBC soap.
  • Brenda Blethyn teases return to ITV crime drama Vera which ran for 14 series August 17, 2026
    Actress Brenda Blethyn played DCI Vera Stanhope in ITV drama Vera and said she'd love to return for a special episode.
  • Popular EastEnders set to leave soap after 4 years to take on new projects August 16, 2026
    Aaron Thiara joined EastEnders in 2022 playing Ravi Gulati, and he is reportedly set to leave the BBC soap in the near future
  • TV star confirms departure from ITV show after 25 years with 'new chapter' coming August 14, 2026
    Denise Welch has announced her departure from ITV’s Loose Women after more than 25 years, as she looks to focus on her growing acting career.

Maltese Connection

Clapham Junction is a prehistoric site on Malta near the Dingli Cliffs. It is a complex network of tracks gouged in the rock. Its age and purpose are still a mystery of Maltese history. Beside the megalithic temples it is the most mysterious artefact on Malta. It is reported that the name "Clapham Junction" was given by an Englishman, who later reported that it reminded him of the great and busy railway station Clapham Junction in London.

Platform 1

The old platform 1 has now become platform ZERO. See our main article about Platform 1 at Clapham Junction

Wheelchair users are advised that they should allow an hour for transfer between platforms at Clapham Junction.

Gay Life on TV

Clapham Junction is a 2007 British television film, written by Kevin Elyot, about the experiences of gay men during 36 hours in the Clapham area of London and the consequences when their lives collide. It was broadcast on Channel 4 in July 2007. The drama was shown as part of a short season by Channel 4 to mark the 40th anniversary of decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales.
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