Good morning
A quiet few days in the candidates: one policing update from Barnes and Castelnau, and an apple-themed Saturday on the Common.
The big story
Police keep Castelnau bus stop and school finish times in focus
The Barnes Safer Neighbourhood Team has kept violent crime, anti-social behaviour and burglary as ward priorities. Officers cite recent anti-social behaviour at a Castelnau bus stop affecting businesses, and name Castelnau and Hammersmith Bridge as high-footfall areas with previous incidents, where regular patrols will continue. On violence, the focus is VAWG offences and violence against schoolchildren at finish times, with patrols around Lonsdale Road and Castelnau. PCSOs have already visited schools. Parents and shopkeepers on those stretches should expect to see more uniforms. READ →
What's on
Barnes Common Autumn Fayre, Saturday 17 October
An Apple Day celebration at the Vine Road Recreation Ground, near the Pavilion. There is apple pressing, fungi and nature walks, pumpkin decorating, a conkers competition, a sustainable marketplace and food stalls. Entry is free, though some walks and activities need booking. SOURCE →