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In photos: a quick look around Camberwell Carnival, Sat 30th August 2025
We managed to fit in a quick visit the Camberwell Carnival last weekend, and despite the inclement weather it was good to see a good turn out, enjoying the music …
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In photos: Dulwich Hamlet out of the FA Cup after losing at home to lower league Whitstable Town, Sat 30th August 2025
Dulwich Hamlet won’t be progressing further than the FA Cup 1st Qualifying Round after an incident filled encounter with Whitstable Town, who play two levels below the pink and blues. …
Your Party hits Brixton Jamm – Zarah Sultana joined by anti-apartheid veteran Andrew Feinstein
Zarah Sultana MP announced last night on her social media, the first Your Party event in Brixton, taking place at Brixton Jamm on Friday 12 September. The Coventry South MP …
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Lambeth landlord licensing scheme due to come into force on 1st September 2025
Lambeth is introducing its own landlord licensing scheme in all but two wards of the borough where it says it is unnecessary. It is Phase 2 of a scheme which …
Pressure mounts on King’s over Israeli-owned company ahead of Tuesday’s public meeting
Petitioners fighting to end King’s College Hospital’s contract with an Israeli-owned company that publicly supports the IDF have been joined by Lambeth Green Party councillors Paul Valentine and Nicole Griffiths, …
In photos: Peckham Town edge out Greenwich All Stars at the Menace Arena, Sat 30th August 2025
It wasn’t a pretty sight to watch, but Peckham Town did just about enough to defeat Greenwich All Stars one-nil, in a game that saw two of the home team’s …
The free Camberwell Carnival is happening today, Saturday, 30th Aug 2025
The Camberwell Carnival is bringing its mix of food, music, Samba drummers and DJs to Camberwell Green today, Sat 30th Aug 2025. Here’s what the organisers say: Camberwell Carnival returns! …
Lambeth Greens Call for Cllr Irfan Mohammed to resign amid serious sexual allegations
The Lambeth Green Party has called for the immediate resignation of Clapham Town Councillor Irfan Mohammed following a hearing this week that outlined serious sexual allegations against him. Cllr Mohammed …
Larkhall Park Community Hub in Stockwell hosts sports day to rally support for new community space
Families are being invited to Larkhall Park this Sunday (31st August) for an afternoon of free sport, games, and food – all with a bigger goal in mind: bringing a …
Lambeth to trial a new ‘healthy neighbourhood’ for Stockwell Gardens
Lambeth Councill say that the Stockwell Gardens area is to be made “a safer, cleaner and greener neighbourhood on a trial basis, following consultation with local residents, businesses and community …
Update: LEON restaurant in Brixton is definitely closing soon, but they won’t say when
It looks like things didn’t work out for the LEON fast food restaurant in Brixton, but now they can’t make their minds up when they’re actually going to close. A …
Breaking News: Abrams quits Lambeth Labour over Gaza, ‘fake Jew’ bullying, and far-right pandering
Lambeth councillor Martin Abrams has resigned from the Labour Party, citing its complicity in genocide, courting the far right, and a toxic internal culture of bullying and factionalism. In a …
In photos: It’s a frustrating Bank Holiday at the seaside as Dulwich Hamlet lose at Whitehawk, Monday 25th August 2025
Dulwich Hamlet’s unbeaten run came to a juddering stop after a frustrating encounter with Whitehawk on Bank Holiday Monday. Played on a pitch that was described as being “as dry …
Yes Claire: Loyalty wins the early selections for Lambeth Labour ahead of the May 2026 local elections
The next local elections in Lambeth aren’t until May 2026, but the Labour Party has already started lining up its candidates. And in true Town Hall fashion, it’s proving to …
Poundland rolls out pricing overhaul as part of turnaround efforts
The group said around 60% of grocery items will be priced at £1 across its estate following the changes.
The No Frills Folk Club returns to the Windmill Brixton on Sunday, 14th Sept 2025 – free entry
There’s been some wonderful No Frills Folk Club nights at the Windmill over the years, with massed ranks of fiddles, accordions, hurdy-gurdys and guitars creating a splendid noise – and …
Brixton Society’s bid to set up Neighbourhood Forum moves forward
Brixton is a step closer to gaining more control over how the area develops after Lambeth Council agreed to put the Brixton Society’s application for a Neighbourhood Forum out for …
In Photos: Black Power Desk rehearsals at Brixton House with director Gbolahan Obisesan
Spies, sisters and sound systems – the secret police unit that targeted Black activists is exposed in Black Power Desk, Brixton House’s most ambitious and provocative production yet, directed by …
Homemade videos at heart of case as Lambeth Councillor Irfan Mohammed denies sexual assault claims
A suspended Lambeth Labour Councillor has denied multiple sexual assault charges, including showing a woman homemade masturbation videos. Irfan Mohammed, 41, appeared at Inner London Crown Court on Wednesday alongside …
Disabled-led Cafe KataKata Freedom Festival returns to Brixton, Saturday, September 13th 2025
The KataKata Freedom Festival returns to Brixton this September, offering an inclusive and accessible day of live music, creative workshops, and vibrant community engagement. The festival will shine a spotlight on local vendors, emerging artists, and disabled andÂ...