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Water mains works that will shape the Shooters Hill side of the area for the next 20 months start on 2 November, and a drop-in on 21 October is the first chance to ask where. Police have also named two local priorities, and there is a kite day on the Heath tomorrow.

The big story

Shooters Hill faces water mains works until June 2028

From Monday 2 November, Thames Water will replace about 7.3km of old mains across the wider Shooters Hill area, with road closures and bus diversions confirmed. No streets or routes have been named yet, which is the detail anyone driving or catching a bus there needs. The council cites roughly 500 bursts since 2017, so the work is overdue. The 21 October drop-in should say which roads go first and for how long. READ →

In brief

Police set shoplifting priority for Blackheath village

Retail theft in the village became a named local priority on 8 October. Police promise high-visibility patrols, targeting of prolific offenders and regular contact with repeat victims. Shops on the parade should expect to see the difference quickly, or ask why not. READ →

Police make Lee High Road drug and drink disorder a priority

Officers will patrol Lee High Road, Boone Street and Lawn Terrace more visibly. They can use community warnings, protection notices and behaviour orders against persistent offenders. READ →

Getting around

Greenwich consults on 108 more rental e-bike bays

Royal Greenwich is asking for objections or comments on 108 new mandatory parking bays for Lime and Forest bikes until 28 October. Locations are on the consultation website and notices will go up on affected streets. Riders face fines for ending journeys outside designated areas. READ →

Temporary signals on Eltham Road at Courtlands Avenue

Temporary signals are in place at the Courtlands Avenue junction for Thames Water works until 16 October. Transport for London reports no delays. SOURCE →