London primary school gets zero food safety rating
A South London primary school has been given a food hygiene rating of zero. Inspectors found major improvements were needed, but the school says the issue was isolated and has been fixed.
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Canada Water affordable housing cut from 35% to 3%
Sadiq Khan to decide on future of multi-billion pound Canada Water Masterplan after developer British Land seeks drastic affordable housing reduction. Read the latest.
Ex-Labour housing chair joins Southwark Greens
Sam Foster, former Chair of Southwark's Housing Scrutiny Commission, has left Labour for the Green Party, citing asylum and housing policies. It's the second defection in a month.
Young Frankenstein Review: Liverpool Stage Success
Mel Brooks' musical 'Young Frankenstein' electrifies Liverpool Playhouse. Read our full review of this monstrously funny and technically brilliant production.
Fire-risk Camberwell tower block to be demolished
A 1960s tower block in Camberwell, deemed a substantial fire risk, will be demolished. Southwark Council plans new council homes for the site. Read the full story.
Winter's Dream: Shakespeare Reimagined in London
Director Holly Race Roughan's chilling winter reinterpretation of A Midsummer Night's Dream brings the play's brutal undercurrents to the surface at London's Sam Wanamaker Playhouse until 31 January.
Public Consultation on Permanent Lower Road Cycleway
Southwark Council consults Londoners on making the Lower Road cycleway permanent. Have your say on the future of this key cycling route before the December 14 deadline.
London's £25 Christmas Brunch at The Table Café
Discover The Table Café's bold Christmas brunch menu in Southwark. For £25, enjoy festive canapés, a Full English twist & Christmas pudding. Book your festive treat now!
Arrest Warrant for Man Who Missed Starmer Sentencing
An arrest warrant is issued for Mark Tew, convicted of sending distressing messages to Keir Starmer, after he failed to attend his sentencing hearing at Southwark Crown Court.
Controversial South London Festival Plans Two Weekends
Peckham's GALA Festival could expand to two weekends in 2025, featuring Afrobeats and Mahrajan events, despite local opposition over noise and park damage.
Teens plead not guilty to TfL cyber attack
Two teenagers have pleaded not guilty to a sophisticated cyber attack on Transport for London that cost millions and compromised customer data. Read the latest court developments.
Driver arrested after fatal Old Kent Road collision
A 32-year-old pedestrian died after being hit by a car on Old Kent Road, Bermondsey. The driver was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving. Major traffic disruptions continue.
Ride the Cyclone: 4-Star Musical at Southwark Playhouse
Discover why this quirky musical about deceased teens fighting for life earns 4 stars. Playing at Southwark Playhouse Elephant until 10 Jan 2026. Book tickets now!
Council paid £125k for unlawful detention of autistic man
Southwark Council paid a £125,000 settlement after unlawfully imprisoning an autistic man in his flat for eight years. His mother says she was 'ignored, dismissed, and gaslit'.
Ride the Cyclone Review: Cult Musical in London
The eccentric cult musical Ride the Cyclone opens at Southwark Playhouse Elephant. Six teens sing for salvation after a fatal rollercoaster accident in this unique show. See it until 10 January.
Southwark mum wins £700 over council care delays
A Southwark mother received £700 compensation after the council delayed arranging care for her autistic daughter and failed to complete her carer's assessment. Read the full investigation findings.
Golden Hinde gets £4m makeover for 30th anniversary
London's iconic Golden Hinde replica ship is undergoing a major £4 million starboard refurbishment. The project, using English oak and local materials, celebrates 30 years in Southwark. Visit the ship during works!
New 90-Bed Peckham Care Home Gets Green Light
Southwark Council approves a new 90-bed care home on Asylum Road to address the borough's ageing population and lack of local care capacity. Set to open in 2029.
London woman stuck in mouldy council flat for 17 years
A Southwark mother has been living in a damp, mould-infested flat for 17 years, with electrical faults posing serious safety risks. Read her urgent plea for a safe home.
GALA Festival Plans Two Weekends for 2026
London's beloved GALA festival in Peckham Rye could double in size with plans for two weekends in May 2026, featuring new Afrobeats and Arab music events alongside its classic electronic lineup.
Blood Orange headlines RALLY London fest 2026
Dev Hynes' Blood Orange will headline and curate RALLY Festival in Southwark Park on 29 August 2026. Tickets from £42.50 go on sale 14 November.
Council: No Fine for Raye Over Housing Breach
Exclusive: Southwark Council indicates Grammy-winner Raye won't face penalties for housing rules violation, citing her 'exceptional circumstances' and local connections.
London's Best Firework Displays: Your 2024 Guide
Discover where to watch London's most breathtaking firework displays this November 5th, from Southwark's riverside spectacle to Wimbledon's family-friendly show.
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