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7 London state schools ranked among the most well-behaved in England

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
Seven state schools in London have been named among the most well-behaved in England by the Great British Schools Guide (GBSG).
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Police investigation into death of girl, 11, in Thames ends without charges

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
The police investigation into the death of Kaliyah Coa in the River Thames has concluded without criminal charges.
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Warning issued as biggest ‘cannibal storm’ in 20 years may disrupt GPS tonight

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
The powerful cannibal solar storm could disrupt communications and GPS on Earth tonight but also increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights.
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Half of drivers admit they’ve ‘hidden’ in their car for peace and quiet

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
Half of drivers admit they’ve ‘hidden’ in their car – for some peace and quiet away from partners, kids and work colleagues.
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LIVE updates as trains from major London station cancelled due to trespasser

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
Trains from a major London station are facing delays and cancellation due to a trespasser. Live updates here.
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London hit with two-day yellow weather warning for rain this weekend

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
London has been hit with a two-day weather warning for rain this Friday and Saturday.
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The ‘extra special’ 50p coin sold for nearly £300 on eBay – how to spot

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
The rare Royal Mint 50p coin inspired a mini bidding war with 36 bids placed during the online auction before selling for £296.21 on eBay
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ITV bosses make major change to I’m A Celebrity rules

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
ITV's I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! has had a major rule change affecting the show's trials.
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BBC TV Licence fee set to rise above £180 next year

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence in order to watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on.
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Met Police officer who sent messages about sexual abuse of kids sacked

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Wandsworth Times | News
A Met Police officer who sent messages about the sexual abuse of children has been sacked. 
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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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