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Ben & Lola Kids shop - Putney Exchange

For those with kids, grandchildren etc etc We are extremely lucky to have Ben & Lola in Putney exchangeSuperb kids clothing and toys , Scandinavian inspired. Delightful staff and always excellent value with various discounts on at all times.Really would be good to support this great shop.

Nick Gulliford ● 2651d0 Comments ● 2651d

Machete attack, time to arm the Police?

Personally I think that tasers should suffice, but it's about time that people breaking the law should be properly scared of the Police.  Our police system is "by consent" but I think the public would agree.

Bunny Payne ● 2653d4 Comments ● 2651d

The Thai supermarket on URR

So sad to find out that the lovely Thai shop on the URR, opposite the local Sainsbury and then walk right for a bit.  They had such lovely things and I used to go there regularly, but admittedly not frequently.  Really nice, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff.I guess they just didn't have enough customers, what a shame.  So feeling like a bit of a turncoat, does anyone know of a similar shop in the immediate area.

Bunny Payne ● 2655d6 Comments ● 2652d

UK economy shrinks for the first time since 2012

The UK economy contracted 0.2% between April and June, its worst performance since 2012, the Office for National Statistics said.https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-49290926Not an encouraging read at all.

Ivonne Holliday ● 2652d6 Comments ● 2652d

Terrible Diesel Train noise at night.

Has anyone living by the South West Railway been disturbed in the middle of the night by the Horrendous noise of a couple of Diesel Freight Trains on full power at about 04.00?It is only a recent development & feels like an Aural Earthquake!!If so let us put in a petition slow these Trains down at this unearthly hour!

Vic Condon ● 2668d24 Comments ● 2652d

The Prudential Ride down Putney High Street

I guess it's all about charity and having fun.  I've not seen then use stop signs in previous years, halting the bikes so people can cross. Some motorcyclists seem more familiar than others with the laws about riding on pavements. Pedestrian pizza anyone?https://flic.kr/s/aHsmFMZDJ2

Michael Ixer ● 2657d13 Comments ● 2652d

German recession fears after big decline in industrial production

Oh dear all the Guardianistas must have missed this report in their Lefty Bible yesterday:https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/aug/07/german-industrial-production-suffers-amid-us-china-tensionStrange how they 'forget' to post anything negative about the EU.🙄

Sue Hammond ● 2653d15 Comments ● 2652d

EU 'refusing to negotiate', says Gove

I wonder when the UK will grow up and "smell the coffee".For a man (Gove) who said the deal with the EU would be the easiest deal ever, it seems he now is chocking on his own words.Rory Stewart was not incorrect in his stance.Why cannot we revoke Article 50, sit back and think again?I am not saying forget Brexit (though I would love to), I am saying stop, look at the evidence, and start again. Breaking the Union, destroying the Good Friday Agreement and reducing everybody to a long-term (as stated by Rees-Mogg) uncertain future, is this really, honestly, what every Leaver wanted?   I cannot believe this to be true, for one milli-second.

Ivonne Holliday ● 2655d54 Comments ● 2653d

More back to the 19th century?

Difficult to understand this: UK rail companies pulling out of Interrail after 50 years! Apparently nothing to do with Brexit but one wonders what the underlying  commercial reason is for this - a falling pound as a result of Brexit? Shouldn't we be encouraging people to use trains and make it cheaper and easier? This is surely going to push people towards short haul flights (BA IT systems permitting) and disadvantage tourism outside of London?https://www.thelondoneconomic.com/travel/britain-pulls-out-of-interrail-scheme-after-almost-50-years/07/08/

Michael Ixer ● 2654d5 Comments ● 2653d

Fake news alert

This article is perhaps a timely warning to be careful what you believe on the internet and social media. Always verify!https://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/pseudoscience-fake-news-social-media-facebook-twitter-misinformation-science-a9034321.html

Jonathan Callaway ● 2653d6 Comments ● 2653d

Clouds over Putney

https://flic.kr/p/2gShyhf

Michael Ixer ● 2654d3 Comments ● 2653d

Moped riders in balaclavas on Clarendon Drive

I was walking home along Clarendon Drive tonight (Tues 6th Aug) around 7:30pm when a moped sped past at over 50mph. They were travelling East towards the RSPCA hospital. The rider and his passenger wore balaclavas but no helmets. This is the third time I have seen a moped ridden by the same or similar people and they are clearly targeting commuters walking home in the evening. It concerns me greatly that this awful trend is spreading from the more affluent areas of London to our neighbourhood. These criminals seem to think (probably correctly) that they can ride around targeting residents without any fear of being arrested. Last month when I had a day off work I saw another (sole) moped rider looking into cars along Felsham Road and surrounding streets at 11am. He was again heavily disguised. When I stopped to look at him he sped off.

Matt James ● 2655d9 Comments ● 2654d

Urgent - Missing Cat , please help!

Hi all,My lovely cat Chutney has been missing for almost a week.I am worried sick as this is not like him at all.We think he might be hiding in someone's garden or shed and may be too scared to come out.Local vets, neighbours and shelters have all been informed. Please please share with everyone you know in Putney!!Details:- Ginger short hair- Male- Neutered- Microchipped- No collar - Kink at the end of his tail from a previous injury - Last seen 23:00, 22/07/2019 on Felsham Road, SW15 1BBHe is very friendly but might be shy around strangers.Any info at all please get in touch!My number is 07427690527. Thank youGiulia

Giulia Jones ● 2664d8 Comments ● 2654d

Putney lower common

I have spent many years walking over Lower Putney Common, rarely missing a day whatever the weather.  Recently my dog died and I wanted to plant a tree as a memorial.  Applied to Rangers as I had no idea how to go about it.Was told I could only replace a tree and had to take the species on offer.  In this case a horse chestnut.  The replacement site was nowhere near I ever walked.  No responsibility would be accepted for vandalismCost £150Was not happy.  For many reasons, but sad more than anything. just wanted to remember my dog with an appreciation for the common.

Barbara Shillabeer ● 2659d9 Comments ● 2654d

BA issues with their IT again

One issue after another, far from the World’s Favourite Airline now.

Paul Clements ● 2654d0 Comments ● 2654d

London Car Free Day on Sunday 22 September

This is being supported by our council so plan now if you want to throw a street party.  This is a great idea given the Climate Emergency declared by parliament (albeit before the recent regime change). https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/news/august-2019/street-party-road-closures-will-be-free-of-charge-on-car-free-day/?utm_source=Wandsworth%406&utm_campaign=b999cb93d0-Wandsworth%406&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_fbd64a91fa-b999cb93d0-92192006

Jonathan Callaway ● 2656d5 Comments ● 2655d

General Election Poll

Will be called in the next few months. Which Party would you vote for? No interrogations or recriminations required, just a simple answer please. My vote ~ The Brexit Party

Sue Hammond ● 2657d26 Comments ● 2655d

New Owners for Wandsworth Borough Guardian

Gannett the company that owns Newsquest which publishes the local newspaper has been bought by Gatehouse another newspaper group owned by a private equity company. Their business method is to increase profits by cutting costs. Possibly has limited implications short term for the UK operations but going by reports in the US there is zero chance it means that there will be new investment in the local paper which becomes an ever rarer sighting in Putney.

David Parker ● 2655d0 Comments ● 2655d

Power cuts

Last night 11.10pm, then 11.25pm only for a few minutes then comes back, also has been happening on and off since March. March it lasted nearly 2 hours on a Sunday. Anybody else had the same problem, I rang them and they know that's why it's not off for long as they now have a backup. Chelverton Rd, we know in March there was a few in the road it happened too. Has this happened to any roads nearby, I think they have a problem with where the problem is.

Barbara Stevens ● 2684d11 Comments ● 2656d

Sunday's Road closures

I wonder if anyone can give me a steer. I need to drive from East Putney to the M4 tomorrow. It seems that I might be stuck until at least 7.30pm tomorrow as Putney High Street will be closed. Might I be better parking in West Putney tonight so I don't have to cross PHS tomorrow and so not get blocked. Any suggestions from those who have experienced the road closures before will be hugely gratefully received. Thanks,John

John Geoffries ● 2658d3 Comments ● 2657d