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Man rushed to hospital after Brixton bus collision
A man was taken to hospital on Tuesday afternoon where he is thankfully not believed to be in a life-threatening condition after a collision involving a bus on Atlantic Road in Brixton. Emergency services were called to Atlantic Road, off Brixton Road, shortly after midday on Tuesday 2 December to r...
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Cabinet approves demolition of tower block full of fire safety issues
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Exclusive: Canada Water Masterplan could now contain just 3% affordable housing
This is premium content for subscribers only Get the real storyAs Southwark changes we’re still here.We’re fighting to make sure our community has a voice and stays in the know.But proper journalism costs money. For just £2 a month, or £20 a year, our members get exclusive investiga
There’s only one day left to help the Rotherhithe Shed
The Rotherhithe Shed’s crowdfunder, launched in September to raise vital funds to keep the initiative running, has only one day left to receive donations. They have raised nearly £3,000 so far, but they need £6,000 to reinstate their seco
Southwark sees a significant rise in reports of sexual offences
The number of sexual offences reported in the borough during the first ten months of this year is significantly higher than the figure for the same period last year, writes Lilian Mulholland… The number of sexual offences reported in Southwark has risen this year on last, data from the Metropolita...
Victorian Christmas Market
St Katharine Docks has unveiled its enchanting Victorian Christmas Market, now open daily through the festive season. Set against the iconic backdrop of Tower Bridge and the historic marina, the market offers visitors a cosy, atmospheric Christmas shopping experience that captures the spirit of Vict...
From candlelit museum tours to free Christmas craft days – there’s plenty festive things happening
Museum by Candlelight at the Fan Museum: The Fan Museum will be opening later than usual for Museum by Candlelight, where visitors are invited to experience the exhibition space in the candlelight. Visitors can enjoy a complimentary drink of mulled wine, cider or juice. Dates: Numerous dates in Dece...
Almost 9,000 children to be lifted out of poverty in Southwark after government abolishes benefit cap
Thousands of children in Southwark are expected to be lifted out of poverty after the government announced it will be removing the two-child benefit cap. The Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced during her Budget speech last Wednesday that the government is scrapping the policy which prevents parents ...
Free app allows you to see everything happening in Camberwell in one place
A free app is being rolled out in Camberwell which will show residents everything that is happening in the area in one place. The Camberwell Life app will keep residents abreast of every local event and new opening, from concerts to food festivals, plays, art exhibitions and
Review: Humbug at The Vaults
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How major cities in other countries deliver large scale transport infrastructure projects like the Bakerloo Line Extension at a fraction of the cost
London could deliver major transport projects at half the cost if officials adopt planning and financing processes seen in other European nations, a City Hall report has said. The capital has seen a number of projects greenlighted in recent years, such as the Elizabeth Line, the Northern Line tube e...
‘Deeply concerning’ asylum reforms will increase homelessness and harm children, warns Southwark Council leader
The leader of Southwark Council has called on her Labour peers in government to water down “deeply concerning” plans to overhaul the UK’s asylum system. A strongly worded statement signed by Cllr Sarah King, her deputy leader Cllr Jasmine Ali, and six community groups said the
Constituent jailed for harassing local MP Ellie Reeves
A woman has been jailed for 26 weeks after she was found to have harassed MP Ellie Reeves, leaving her scared to travel around the area without personal security. The court heard 58-year-old Tracey Smith, who is a trans woman, sent the MP for Lewisham West and East Dulwich 22 emails and 10 voicema...
Get Cooking With Kathryn
Fresh from the success of her Best Newcomer nomination at this year’s Edinburgh Comedy Awards and sold out runs in New York and LA, Broadway star and award-winning clown Kate Owens brings her smash-hit debut show Cooking with Kathryn to London’s iconic Soho Theatre. Meet Kathryn—the Southern b...
Breathe: See the Unseen
How Pollution and Homelessness Collide in London London artist Marie Ayodele opens her first solo exhibition, Breathe: See the Unseen, bringing together painting, ceramics and audio testimony to explore how London’s air pollution directly impacts people experiencing homelessness. In partnership wi...
Bishop of Southwark to stand down next summer
The Bishop of Southwark has announced he will be retiring next summer after 14 years in the role a year after suffering horrific facial injuries following a taxi collision in central London. Bishop Christopher’s last day in office will be 4 August 2026 – the date of his 70th birthday. His last s...