Council cash plans, bridge shutdowns, and safety incidents shake SW London. Here's SWhat's happening…

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Lambeth Eyes Tourist Tax

Lambeth Council is backing a proposed "Love Lambeth Levy" - charging overnight visitors an extra nightly fee on accommodation. The money would fund street cleaning, local upkeep, and community services, but some local businesses worry it could hurt footfall. Source

Wandsworth Bridge Closed

Wandsworth Bridge is shut while police and emergency services respond to concerns about a man’s welfare. Traffic is being diverted via Battersea and Putney Bridges, and buses (28, 295, C3) are rerouted. Source

Crash on Thornton Heath Road

Two people were taken to hospital after a collision on London Road, Thornton Heath (near Craignish Avenue). Emergency crews - including an air ambulance - attended, and the road was closed in both directions while services responded. Source

Knife Scare on Northern Line

A man was spotted carrying a knife at Balham Underground station on the Northern Line. The incident has raised serious safety concerns on local transport and has prompted a police response. Source

CCTV Appeal After Clapham Junction Robbery

British Transport Police have released CCTV images following a robbery at Clapham Junction. On 9 October, two teenage boys forced a teen off a train, implied they had a knife, then stole his phone and made him sign out of iCloud. Source

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Monkey Leaf Restaurant

Monkey Leaf Restaurant is a laid‑back Southeast Asian spot in Clapham, serving Malaysian-style curries, laksa and fragrant stir‑fries. It’s warm, simple and perfect for a casual dinner when you want something colourful and authentic.

Banana Tree Battersea

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