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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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New grants to make electric vehicle charging more affordable 

Posted on February 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Residents will soon be able to request electric vehicle (EV) charging cable channels in front of their homes to make EV ownership more accessible. 
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New grants to make electric vehicle charging more affordable 

Posted on February 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Residents will soon be able to request electric vehicle (EV) charging cable channels in front of their homes to make EV ownership more accessible. 
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Upgrade work starts to transform busy Wandsworth Town Station

Posted on February 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Construction is now underway on a major package of improvements to Wandsworth Town Station, marking a significant step forward in plans to make the busy rail station fully accessible and easier to use for local residents and commuters.
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Albert Bridge closure update from Kensington and Chelsea Council

Posted on February 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Kensington and Chelsea Council confirm Albert Bridge remains closed to traffic as a precaution. Pedestrians and cyclists can cross safely. For full details and to check for updates visit Kensington and Chelsea Council’s news pages when planning travel.
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Albert Bridge closure update from Kensington and Chelsea Council

Posted on February 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Kensington and Chelsea Council confirm Albert Bridge remains closed to traffic as a precaution. Pedestrians and cyclists can cross safely. For full details and to check for updates visit Kensington and Chelsea Council’s news pages when planning travel.
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Upgrade work starts to transform busy Wandsworth Town Station

Posted on February 18, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Construction is now underway on a major package of improvements to Wandsworth Town Station, marking a significant step forward in plans to make the busy rail station fully accessible and easier to use for local residents and commuters.
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Family Hubs support local families through Warm Welcome Pantry offer

Posted on February 17, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Families across Wandsworth are receiving vital support through Wandsworth Council’s Warm Welcome Pantry offer.
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Gas company fined over £15,000 for unsafe working practices in Wandsworth

Posted on February 17, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
A gas company has been fined £15,250 after a successful prosecution by Wandsworth Council for health and safety failures.
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Family Hubs support local families through Warm Welcome Pantry offer

Posted on February 17, 2026 by Wandsworth Council
Families across Wandsworth are receiving vital support through Wandsworth Council’s Warm Welcome Pantry offer.
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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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