Libraries in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames have reopened after being closed for six months during the pandemic. Across the borough, five libraries
Month: October 2020
COMMENT: Sporadic mental health support is worse than none at all
Mental health month, which runs throughout October, prompts the usual ‘check-in with your friends’ discussions and posts across social media. However, it never lasts. One
Rough sleepers face bleak winter
Kingston Council is working hard to accommodate rough sleepers over the winter as Covid-19 continues to force local shelters to shut. The Council has worked
Kingston teacher shortlisted for Global Teacher Prize 2020
A maths teacher from Kingston upon Thames has been shortlisted to receive the Global Teacher Prize 2020, thanks to his outstanding learning portal for students available worldwide.
10 students and staff test positive for coronavirus at Kingston University
Up to 10 staff members and students at Kingston University tested positive this week for the coronavirus and are self-isolating, the University said in a
Unilever plans to relocate headquarters to Kingston
The plans have been criticised by opposition councillors
Kingston crime figures return to pre-lockdown levels
The number of crimes reported in Kingston in August was similar to the monthly figures before the coronavirus lockdown, according to public police data. Data
National Curry Week: How are Kingston’s Indian restaurants getting through the pandemic?
It’s been a challenging time for the hospitality industry. From the start of lockdown back in March, restaurants around the country have had to adapt and innovate to stay in business.
Despite all the difficulties they’ve faced, Kingston’s numerous Indian restaurants have survived.
England come from behind to win and top group
England leapfrogged Belgium to the top of their UEFA Nations League group on Sunday evening after a deflected Mason Mount strike secured a comeback 2-1
Petition to ‘Let Fans In’ to football games gains traction
A petition calling on the government to reconsider its stance on allowing fans into ‘elite level’ football grounds has gained widespread support over the last