Traffic jams in Kingston produce emission levels 76 per cent higher than national average
Drivers in Kingston spend an average of 12,534 hours in traffic delays in a lifetime and produce more than 18,000 kg of carbon emissions per car.
Over half of students say their mental health has deteriorated during Covid-19
Over a half of students have said their mental health has deteriorated according to a National Union of Student’s survey, due to the government extending periods of lockdown.
Opposition to vaccine passports gains traction
A petition against the roll-out of “vaccine passports” has amassed more than 300,000 signatures – thrice the number required for Parliament to launch a debate – and amplified concern around pressure on the public to get a jab.
Kingston Council and The Fircroft Trust unite to discuss future plans
A Kingston charity prevented from entering its premises by the council last year has said it is now working with the council to plan its future.
Does Sadiq Khan have the mayoral race wrapped up?
With a momentous lead in the latest opinion polls it looks as though London Mayor Sadiq Khan could be on course for a landslide victory in May’s mayoral election.
Schools in Kingston and Richmond to tackle racial inequalities among students
Achieving for Children conference aims to address racial inequality in schools in Kingston.
Councillors warn that Kingfisher Leisure Centre renovations will take far longer than council predicted
Kingston council promised to deliver a brand-new leisure complex by autumn 2024 after the Kingfisher leisure centre was closed in 2019, but councillors have warned that this completion date is unrealistic.
Anti-diet activists fight for a weight inclusive society
She remembers thinking it would be the worst thing in the world if the brown envelope that contained her results told her she was fat.
Kingston Rowing Club ready to get back on the water from March 29
Local sports clubs such as Kingston Rowing Club (KCR) are raring to come back together and get outside from March 29.
Excitement as netball clubs return to outdoor activities
On February 22 2021, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that outdoor sports would be permitted to return on March 29.
This means that clubs can resume training sessions and matches as long as they maintain social distancing and other Covid-safe practices.
