In case you missed it: the top stories from Tooting last week

You can't keep up to date with the news all of the time, so here's our round-up from some of the biggest stories last week.

This part of our weekly round-up series, where we will bring you five of our favourite and best stories from the last week, just in case you missed them.

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Here are five stories you might have missed from Tooting last week…

Jailed Extinction Rebellion protestor writes letter about COP26 from cell in HMP Wandsworth

A prisoner at HMP Wandsworth wrote a letter from his cell in regards to the COP26 summit.

James Brown, a Paralympian and Extension Rebellion protestor, was jailed for glueing himself to a plane a few years ago, and was recently sentenced to a year in prison.

People have been protesting outside the prison on a regular basis.

Find out more within the article.

Former Balham FC youngster is attracting interest from Real Madrid

A former Balham FC footballer is being linked with a move to Real Madrid.

Fabio Carvalho, who played for Balham as a youngster between 2012-2015, has been in good form for Fulham this season and has allegedly snubbed a contract extension.

His deal expires at the end of the season, meaning a host of clubs could potentially get him on the cheap - and the biggest of all time are reportedly wanting him.

Tooting could be getting a new cocktail bar open until 2am

A new cocktail bar could be opening in Tooting, open until 2am.

A planning application has been submitted - read the story for more details.

St George's Hospital Charity is asking for residents to support patients when they need it most

With Christmas not too long away, St George's Hospital Charity is asking for residents to support those who will be away from their loved ones during the festive season.

There are a number of ways that you can contribute, including lots of events happening over the coming weeks.

More within the piece.

£5m renewal project announced by Wandsworth Council

Tooting could be benefitting from a number of improvements after Wandsworth Council announced a new £5m renewal project.

While specifics about where the improvements may take place haven't been revealed yet, a series of improvements to streets, green spaces and infrastructure are expected.

Find out more about where the money will be going within the article.

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