Plans to smarten up the entrance and approaches to East Putney station and potentially install lifts to the platforms have moved a step closer following talks between the council, Transport for London and tube bosses.

Changes to parking rules across the Southfields area will come into effect next week to coincide with the start of the Wimbledon tennis championships.

Residents are being warned to watch out for scammers claiming to be able to secure you a council tax refund – but instead stealing people’s personal information and bank details.

Work is about to begin on a trial scheme providing cyclists with a safe and convenient short cut between Garratt Lane and King George’s Park.