The slow trudge of January is finally over and February has begun!

It's officially time for Pancake Day and Valentines Day!

If you missed any stories from us this week we've collated the top five stories in Richmond.

Richmond Park MP meets Transport Minister over rickshaws on Hammersmith Bridge:

Richmond Park MP, Sarah Olney this week met with Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport, Lord Davies, to gain the department's support for a new pedicab service across Hammersmith Bridge.

Olney's campaign, which is supported by the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham, seeks to secure support from every level of Government for the proposal.

This follows HM Government's recent decision to support the Pedicabs (London) Bill which would enshrine the regulation of rickshaws in London into law.

Read the full story here.

Stag Brewery development approved despite 'woeful' affordable housing:

Controversial plans to build a huge new neighbourhood in South West London with more than 1,000 homes, shops and offices have been approved after years of delays.

The scheme for the 22-acre former Stag Brewery site in Mortlake was green-lit by Richmond Council in July last year, but changes had to be made in response to proposed new fire safety rules.

The scheme from developer Reselton Properties would see 1,075 homes built in tower blocks up to nine storeys tall on the site, which was home to beer-making from 1487 to 2015, including 65 affordable homes.

The plans also include new shops, restaurants, offices, a cinema, space for a hotel or pub and a 1,200-place secondary school.

The overall scheme has attracted fierce opposition from residents.

The committee voted 8:1 in favour of the plans.

Read the full story here.

Richmond Council takes stand against knife crime to safeguard residents:

Due to rises of knife crime in the capital, Richmond Council has made calls to the Mayor of London and the Government to address police funding shortfalls and restore confidence in public safety.

Following the tragic fatal stabbing at Strawberry Hill Station, councillors have tabled a motion that underscores the Council's unwavering commitment to combating knife-related incidents within the borough.

Read the full story here.

New Ottolenghi deli and restaurant serving wine could open in Richmond town centre:

Ottolenghi has revealed plans to open a new restaurant and deli in a South West London town centre.

The council's licensing committee discussed the plans on January 29.

The council's licensing committee will publish its decision on the plans in the coming days.

Read the full story here.

Rosa's Thai submits planning application for new Richmond premises:

An 'application to display adverts' has been submitted to Richmond Council by Rosa's Thai.

Rosa's Thai is set to take over the location of Bone Daddies Ramen Bar at 26 Hill Street in Richmond.

Neighbours are being consulted on the application until 13 March 2024.

Read the full story here.