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Cabinet agrees Council Tax freeze

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth Council’s cabinet met this week to freeze the main element of Council Tax for the fourth year in a row. Cabinet also agreed the Balham Neighbourhood Wardens and a five year plan for improving biodiversity.
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Listening to Balham, Trinity and South Balham

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Residents from Balham shared their views with Council Leader Simon Hogg at the latest community drop-in event today (Saturday 21 February)
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Listening to Balham, Trinity and South Balham

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Residents from Balham shared their views with Council Leader Simon Hogg at the latest community drop-in event today (Saturday 21 February)
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Extra help this winter: Residents urged to check if they qualify for Pension Credit

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth residents aged 66 and over are being encouraged to check their eligibility for Pension Credit and other financial support that could increase their income and help with the cost of living.
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Balham Forum – share your thoughts on the Balham Boards 

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
We want to hear what you love about Balham and what could be even better.  
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Extra help this winter: Residents urged to check if they qualify for Pension Credit

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth residents aged 66 and over are being encouraged to check their eligibility for Pension Credit and other financial support that could increase their income and help with the cost of living.
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Balham Forum – share your thoughts on the Balham Boards 

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
We want to hear what you love about Balham and what could be even better.  
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East Putney bridges set for colourful refurbishment

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Improvement works will begin on 2 March to revitalise the bridges outside East Putney Tube station, creating a more vibrant and welcoming space for residents and visitors. Works will take place at night, to minimise disruption.
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East Putney bridges set for colourful refurbishment

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Improvement works will begin on 2 March to revitalise the bridges outside East Putney Tube station, creating a more vibrant and welcoming space for residents and visitors. Works will take place at night, to minimise disruption.
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New youth hub opens at Roehampton to support play, creativity, and fun for young people

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Wandsworth Council has officially opened a vibrant new Youth Hub in Roehampton, creating a safe and welcoming space for young people and children to connect, play, explore their creativity and access support.
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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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