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Yet more Coldharbour Lane congestion as Thames Water roadworks introduces single lane traffic

Coldharbour Lane seems to be in a never ending cycle of roadworks, and this time it’s the universally hated Thames Water responsible for creating backlogs along the road. The section …

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Lambeth shuffles bikes south – Waterloo loses docks as Brockwell Park gains kerb space

Lambeth is shifting space for dockless bikes and e-scooters away from Waterloo and towards Brockwell Park and Herne Hill, as part of a wider reshuffle of the borough’s cycling infrastructure …

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Lambeth powers up with lamp-post EV chargers delivering cleaner streets and new income

Lambeth Council is set to make 167 electric vehicle (EV) charging bays permanent across the borough — confirming a scheme that reduces traditional parking space while introducing a new source …

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Fraud fight ramps up at Lambeth – but rising caseload shows problem isn’t going anywhere

Lambeth Council is stepping up its fight against fraud with a new three-year strategy and an expanded programme of investigations and prevention work — but the latest figures suggest the …

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Today: Met Police to hold a Drop In Surgery at the Brixton Recreation Centre, Sat 21st March 2026

The Metropolitan Police’s local Windrush Team will be hosting a Drop-In Surgery in central Brixton this afternoon. The one hour surgery will run from 4pm to 5pm today, Saturday, 21st …

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London Taco Experience comes to Freight Brixton on Sat 18th April 2026

The London Taco Experience will be opening up at the newly opening Freight Brixton this April for what they’re describing as “a springtime Mexican extravaganza featuring the city’s hottest taco …

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West Norwood: Apartheid-Free High Street launch with film screening and Eid celebration, Friday 20th and Saturday 21st March 2026

Lambeth locals are launching an Apartheid-Free High Street this weekend with two community events – a free film screening on Friday evening and an Eid celebration on Saturday afternoon. Friday’s …

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Lambeth gets its accounts over the line – but the auditors are still watching and the fix is far from finished

Lambeth Council is attempting to steady its financial ship after external auditors raised concerns about its governance and accounting processes — but new reports suggest the borough is still firmly …

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Lambeth tightens rules on dockless e-bikes as new deal promises cheaper fares and cleared pavements

Dockless bike operators Lime, Voi and Forest have signed new agreements with Lambeth Council aimed at clearing pavement clutter and cutting fares to the cost of a bus ticket. Under …

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Lambeth’s nursery U-turn: Another fine mess swept under the rug as election looms for Labour

Lambeth Council has made a surprise reversal on plans to close three maintained nursery schools, withdrawing consultations and citing changes in national policy – a move that has taken parents, …

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Award-winning film makers need your help to complete their documentary ‘Beyond Brix & Mortar

A team of  film makers  have launched a crowdfunder to complete their independent documentary entitled, ‘Beyond Brix & Mortar.’ Described as a “David vs Goliath story,” the film explores how …

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The MoonWalk London to take place on Clapham Common on Saturday, 16th May 2026

Walk the Walk, the UK breast cancer and other cancers charity, have announced details of their MoonWalk London 2026, which is taking place in south London. Taking place on Saturday, …

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Easter beer festival at the London Beer Lab in Brixton, 3rd to 5th April 2025

The Easter beer festival at the London Beer Lab  is being billed as a “celebration of independent beer in the UK,” and a great way to check out  great beer …

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Whistleblowing claims of fraud, bullying and misconduct at Lambeth often handed back to departments to investigate themselves

Lambeth Council has received a string of whistleblowing allegations over the past year ranging from claims of financial mismanagement and bribery to concerns about school governance and senior leadership conduct …

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Free Urban Elephant Festival returns for the fifth year on Saturday 21st March 2025

The popular, free Urban Elephant Festival will return for its fifth year this Saturday 21st March from 12pm – 6pm, once again transforming Elephant & Castle into a vibrant celebration …

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London Welsh male voice choir to perform charity concert at Oasis Waterloo, Sat 28th March 2025

Oasis Hub Waterloo will be hosting a special charity concert by the renowned London Welsh Male Voice Choir on Saturday 28th March at 7pm in the Oasis Waterloo auditorium. The …

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Traffic down 50% outside Lambeth schools as School Streets go permanent – but fines bring in “significant” income

Traffic outside two Lambeth primary schools has been cut by more than half under School Streets schemes now set to become permanent — with the council also pointing to improved …

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Lambeth issues final warning to Loughborough Estate Management Board

We’ve received multiple messages from residents who are deeply concerned – and angry – about the manner in which the Loughborough Estate Management Board (LEMB) has been managing their estate. …

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Brixton Chamber Orchestra – Spring Concert at the Brixton Rec, Sat 21st March 2025

The finale of the Brixton Chamber Orchestra’s four events will see an exploration of neo-classical music in the unique setting of the Brixton Recreation Centre 3G football pitch. Their 30 …

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Shopfronts, buildings, graffiti and lights: Brixton at night photo series

Here’s another update from our Brixton at Night photo series, covering scenes we’ve photographed in the area over the last month. Join the Brixton forum discussion Brixton news and chat …