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GLA: TfL must install bleed control kits on buses, London Assembly proposes
Transport for London (TfL) must install lifesaving bleed control kits in all major bus stations and on selected bus routes in areas of serious violence, the London Assembly has proposed. Assembly Member
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Brunel Museum of Laughs
Jokes Engineered for a Niche Audience The Brunel Museum has created a Tunnel of Fun in its iconic shaft by hosting Engineering Is A Joke, a comedy show of engineering-related comedy by engineering-related comedians, writes Michael Holland. Professor Steve Cross compered a show that was very niche in...
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Outrage over the theft of 7-year-old boy’s wheelchair in Walworth forces police to reopen the case
The theft of a disabled seven-year-old’s wheelchair in Walworth last week has sparked outrage online, leading to the resuming of a police investigation, writes Romilly Schulte… Mother Tamica Campbell said that social media traction has been vital after her son’s custom powered wheelchair disap...
London’s largest marina confirmed to be redeveloped alongside archeological dig
Controversial plans to redevelop a Rotherhithe marina have been approved with the caveat of archaeological monitoring, writes Cristina Trujillo… Southwark Council has approved polarising plans to redevelop the South Dock Marina in Rotherhithe with the condition of an archaeological dig. Despite pr...
Surrey Docks Farm needs to raise £1,000 a day for 30 days to stay open
A farm in Rotherhithe needs to raise £30,000 in March to stay open as it battles dwindling donations and a sharp increase in the price of hay. Surrey Docks Farm has launched a fundraiser and is asking the community to help it raise £1,000 a day over 30 days. So far it has already managed […]...
Diocese of Southwark asks churchgoers to share views on what the next Bishop ‘should be like’
The Diocese of Southwark is calling on churchgoers to share their views on what the next Bishop should be like. The current Bishop of Southwark, Bishop Christopher, announced his retirement last year and will be standing down in August. His resignation has triggered what is known as the ‘Vacancy-i...
MP visits Ukraine to mark fourth anniversary of Russian invasion
The MP for Bermondsedy and Rotherhithe Neil Coyle visited war-torn Ukraine last week marking the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion. Coyle, who sat on the foreign affairs parliamentary select committee until 2024, went with a group of MPs from across the political spectrum to attend an event...
Local reaction to summer festivals getting the go-head in Brockwell Park
Plans to host a series of festival events in Brockwell Park later this year have been approved by councillors, despite receiving a mixed reaction from the local community. Lambeth Council’s Planning Applications Committee unanimously granted temporary planning permission for the events during a me...
‘Disconnect’ between what Londoners want and what developers build, Mayor told
Too many of London’s new housing developments look the same to residents and have unappealing architecture replicated across the city, Sir Sadiq Khan has been told. Public polling and visual preference surveys show that Londoners broadly agree on what good design looks like – with up to 80 per c...
Relax and meditate in the beautiful Painted Hall
Experience deep listening, rest and reflection in a sound-healing experience in the Painted Hall in Greenwich (Friday 13 and Saturday 14 March). Lie Down and Listen features a Tibetan singing sound experience with classical piano and cello, all in the beautiful surroundings of the Painted Hall. Deep...
Two officers bitten by dog during axe attack in south east London
Two officers were bitten by a dog attack during an axe attack in south east London.
Residents ‘very concerned’ by police incident at estate with ‘really bad history’
A huge police response that descended on an estate in south east London has left residents uncertain about their safety.
Bestselling author Leodora Darlington’s latest book launches at GAIL’S on World Book Day
Leodora Darlington’s The Exes will be launched at GAIL’s in Southwark in a Q&A and book signing, writes Cristina Trujillo… The British author, from London, will be launching both her new book and a new monthly event at GAIL’s on Thursday, March 5 – World Book Day. Guests can expect cof...
What’s the history behind these grand-looking buildings off the Old Kent Road?
Caroline Gardens is one of those spots that would grab your attention when walking past and make you wonder what are the origins of such a grand-looking set of buildings are? Writes Frankie Hills.. Just off Old Kent Road, on Asylum Road and on the w... This is premium content for subscribers only Ge...
Flyby Flying into Southwark
‘Our cast are out of this world’ Flyby is a daring new musical, which has its world premiere at Southwark Playhouse Borough soon. Theo Jamieson, who wrote the book, music, and lyrics and also co-directed and co-created with Adam Lenson, took time out from other musicals he’s working on to talk...
Council votes through Southwark’s next budget
Southwark’s next budget was voted through during a lively meeting of the full council on Wednesday (25 February). The budget – unveiled by Cllr Stephanie Cryan earlier this month – sets out how the local authority will balance the books for the next 12 months amid a looming £80 million financ...
Iconic Tracey Emin artwork showcased across London as Tate Modern exhibition opens today
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Brunel Museum to host science stand-up comedy night
The show will spotlight engineering through quick-witted, intellectual stand-up, writes Tom Appleby… On Wednesday 4 March at 6:30pm, Brunel Museum will stage the special comedy evening Engineering is a Joke. The show will be hosted by Steve Cross, the founder of the comedy show Science Show-off. L...
Country to Country festival returns to the O2 Arena
Europe’s biggest country music festival, Country to Country, is coming to the O2 Arena from 13 to 15 March. The festival features three days of the ‘best’ in country music, with performances from big country stars as well as emerging talent from Nashville, the UK and Europe. This years headlin...