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'I'm an unpaid carer for my mum in Greenwich - it's like grieving your own life'

Seven years ago Denise Wilkins was a successful accountant who was regularly travelling across Europe for her work.

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Greenwich could strengthen planning rules amid 'upward surge' in HMOs

Greenwich councillors have unanimously voted to look at strengthening HMO rules after a backlash from residents.

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Greenwich parking permits consultation extended after backlash

Greenwich Council has agreed to extend its consultation on a new parking permit scheme after a backlash from drivers to its proposals.

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Shooters Hill 'being torn to shreds' as new HMO approved

Neighbours have said that their community is “being torn to shreds” after an HMO was approved for Donaldson Road in Shooters Hill.

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Take our quiz to see how well you know south east London's streets

Test your knowledge with our quiz on how well you know south east London’s streets.

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Typo blamed for confusion over controversial Greenwich parking plans

Greenwich Council has denied accusations from Conservative opposition leader Cllr Matt Hartley that it designed parking plans before consulting with residents.

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The Greenwich parks and greenspaces that are the best in the borough

16 parks and greenspaces across Greenwich have been awarded the coveted Green Flag Award this year.

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South Londoners jailed in July so far including paedo teacher and drill rapper

Our round up of the south London criminals jailed in July 2025 so far.

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The Charlton £1millon house for sale with family living, garden and transport links

A five-bedroom house in Little Heath, Charlton, is for sale at £1million - offering family living, garden, and transport links.

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Suspected drug dealers charged after police chase on Shooters Hill

Two suspected drug dealers have been charged after a crash during a Kent Police chase on Shooters Hill.

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The Greenwich primary school where 'impeccable’ pupils are ‘enthusiastic’

A primary school in Greenwich has been praised by Ofsted for its “impeccable” pupil behaviour and rich learning environment, following a two-day inspection in May.

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The two south east London boroughs with the cheapest pints

Greenwich and Southwark join Croydon and Sutton as the cheapest South London boroughs for a pint, averaging just £5.

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The Bridgerton-themed afternoon tea at one of its Greenwich filming locations

I tried a Bridgerton afternoon tea at one of the filming locations where they actually filmed Bridgerton.

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The new Kidbrooke policing hub which aims to reconnect with community

A new policing hub has opened in Kidbrooke Village, placing officers closer to the neighbourhoods they serve and hoping to reconnect with the community.

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Dog 'restrained by the neck and held down for 30 seconds' in Greenwich

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a dog was reportedly restrained by the neck on Cutter Lane, Greenwich Peninsula.

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Weapon surrender bin designed to fit 'ninja swords' installed in Thamesmead

A weapon surrender bin, designed to fit "ninja swords", has been installed in Greenwich to help reduce knife crime.

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More residents to benefit from home adaptation grants and loans in Greenwich

Greenwich Council has expanded its disability housing grants, loans, and support for home adaptations.

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The latest Greenwich restaurant, takeaway and cafe food hygiene ratings

The newest food hygiene ratings for Greenwich are in.

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'Pillar of society' Forest Hill teacher and charity worker sexually abused young boys

Forest Hill teacher and charity worker Geoffrey Dolamore sexually abused children as young as nine years old.

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What south east London needs more of – from 'cats to community clubs'

From markets to parks and riverside walks, south east London is a diverse and dynamic corner of the capital, but is it missing something?