News in Richmond

Monty Panesar gives his view on Rob Key’s role in the future of English cricket plus a possible return for James Anderson and Stuart Broad.

England's brilliant young spinner, Sophie Ecclestone, has become the number one bowler in the ICC Women's Rankings during the World Cup.

During the semi-final against South Africa, she took her best bowling figures of 6-36. And it might even be argued that her impact on this England team is similar to that achieved in Australia by the great Shane Warne.

Last week's spring statement from the Chancellor was a bitter disappointment for those looking for a helping hand to combat the soaring cost of living.

I was especially dismayed by the lack of support for the poorest households, with findings from the Resolution Foundation estimating that a further 1.3 million people – including half a million children – will be plunged into poverty.

These spectacular mirror image pictures have been captured by local photographer and illustrator, Max Ellis.

They shine a light on the magnificent wildlife that exists on our doorstep in the Richmond and Bushy parks.

Cathy Cooper worked for LWT, GMTV, and ITV, for over 30 years and is now a photographer and Volunteer Ranger for the Royal Parks.

I called it the Pavement of Tears when I first arrived. I had seen so many people, their eyes welling up with emotion when they stopped to offer donations or just to see what was going on inside this little family run Ukrainian café and restaurant in Twickenham.

The original and proud pioneer of dynamic reformer Pilates, Bootcamp Pilates, offers a range of fitness classes in Richmond.

Bootcamp Pilates has transformed the Reformer Pilates market since its origin in 2005; with its state of the art equipment, elite trainers and diverse class timetable.

An article written by Cllr Julia Cambridge, Vice-chair, Education and Children's Services Committee.

Today - March 8 - signals International Women's Day – a global celebration of female success and achievements, and a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by women across the world in the march towards gender parity.

At a difficult time for the Metropolitan Police following the resignation of the Commissioner, Cressida Dick, and a series of scandals, the South West Basic Command Unit, is taking steps to reach out to the community.

Chief Superintendent Liz Chapple is leading an initiative to help people across Richmond borough get to know the area's police officers and their work.

It is time to ban Russia from the World Cup this year in Qatar.

The Football Association has made the bold decision that England will not allow teams from any age group to play Russia in response to the invasion of Ukraine.

Sport must step up and use its soft power to shame Vladimir Putin and Russia.

UEFA has already taken the Champions League final away from St Petersburg and moved it to Paris, while Formula 1 has cancelled the Russian Grand Prix.