The Latest Breaking News from Barnes

Plea to reopen Hammersmith Bridge to public transport as 'lack of vision' condemned

Plans to fully reopen the bridge to vehicles were recently shelved

Evening Standard · Jul 16

Sir Jeremy Hanley death: Former Tory party chairman dies after short illness, aged 80

Hanley represented Richmond and Barnes as an MP for 14 years and became Tory party chairman in 1994

The Independent UK · May 23

Troubled waters: Will Hammersmith Bridge ever reopen?

London’s ‘disgrace’ has been closed since 2019 and at £250m to fix, it’s a political football no one is taking ownership of, reports Sarah Haque

Evening Standard · Apr 12

'Perfect for entertaining': Scandi design family home in Barnes on sale for £4 million

This super-sleek minimalist house is a calm backdrop for parties and child mayhem

Evening Standard · Oct 28, 2024

Man fighting for life after being stabbed at Barnes railway station as rush hour train services cancelled

The station is currently closed and all trains have been cancelled

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2024

The ultimate trophy property? Unique ‘Lion Houses’ in Barnes on sale for £5m

While there might have been some confusion when it was built, this property now boasts dreamy interiors, modern appliances and direct access to Barnes Common

Evening Standard · Sep 9, 2024

Protest laws would be denounced if done by China, says ex-Hong Kong Governor

Tory peer Lord Patten of Barnes said he found it ‘astonishing’ that the Public Order Bill was being proposed.

The Independent UK · Feb 7, 2023

Cameron van der Burgh interview: The last man to beat Adam Peaty reflects on their great rivalry

Cameron van der Burgh is in the middle of a session at his local Virgin Active gym in Fulham when something catches his eye. Across the room, another man is working out, wearing a t-shirt emblazoned with the name of the Barnes Masters Swimming Club and the South African spies…

Evening Standard · Jul 30, 2022

Deborah James' children show same courage as their mum as they say goodbye for the last time

Her funeral took place on Wednesday (July 20)

Nottingham Post · Jul 21, 2022

Deborah James' children show same strength as mum as they carry out her final wishes

Brave campaigner Deborah James passed away at the age of 40 on June 28, after a five-year-long battle with bowel cancer

Daily Mirror · Jul 20, 2022