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Petition launched to stop the cut to Brixton Police station’s 24/7 front counter

Lambeth Labour is challenging proposals to reduce Brixton Police Station’s front counter from 24/7 access to extended opening hours. They say that a 24/7 front counter is vital for keeping …

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Committee cancelled: Lambeth Labour roll the dice on silence as opposition grows on No Casino U turn

Lambeth’s Licensing Committee meeting was again cancelled at the eleventh hour, ahead of a scheduled debate on the borough’s new Gambling Policy, with the council still refusing to explain how …

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Eye and Eyes down! Play Reggae Bingo at Brixton Jamm tonight, Friday, 16th Jan 2016

Reggae Bingo is back at Brixton Jamm tonight (Fri 16th Jan), with the show starting off at 7pm and running till 10pm. They say: Get ready to dive into a …

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Brixton House announces new 2026 season following Stage Award win

Brixton House has announced its new 2026 season, combining returning audience favourites, international work and a renewed call for stories rooted in community and cultural diaspora. The programme follows the …

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Environmental projects in Streatham, Brixton and Norwood awarded £215,000 by The Mayor of London’s Green Roots Fund

The Mayor of London’s Green Roots Fund has awarded grants to five projects in Lambeth to improve green and blue infrastructure across the borough. One of the projects will be …

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Kennington, Oval and Vauxhall neighbourhood plan formally adopted – but just 10% of voters took part

Lambeth Council has formally adopted the Kennington, Oval and Vauxhall (KOV) Neighbourhood Plan, giving locally agreed planning policies full statutory weight across a large swathe of south London – but …

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Temaki: London's first handroll sushi bar makes move from Brixton to Mayfair

Temaki earned a loyal following in Brixton after opening in 2021

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In photos: a sunset walk along the South Bank from Vauxhall to Waterloo Bridge

Over the festive period, we enjoyed a splendid walk from Vauxhall tube station (just two stops from Brixton) along the River Thames to Waterloo Bridge, photographing the Christmas lights and …

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Live heavy metal, punk & electro-pop at Supercute Brewhouse this Saturday, 17th Jan 2026

Future Punk Records will be holding their 10th annual bash this weekend at the Supercute Brewhouse on Coldharbour Lane, Brixton. The cross-genre record label has organised live performances from South …

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Homes on Lambeth ‘regeneration’ estates lie empty for a year and a half on average as 40,000 await housing

A recent Freedom of Information (FOI) request  has revealed that, across the six regeneration estates in Lambeth, the council is taking an average of 572 days (1.6 years) to bring …

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The Railway in Tulse Hill wraps up a month of all female DJs – full listing

The Railway in Tulse Hill programmed a month of all female DJs, with Cyndi Handson (Handson Family), Vinyl Magic: Pammi D & Angie D and Lost Tracks with Afrocats  already …

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West Norwood ‘Proscribed’ exhibition asks: are these people really dangerous? Friday 16th January 2026

This Friday sees the launch of Proscribed, a free exhibition by award winning portrait artist Jonny Kemp at West Norwood Library and Picturehouse, which will run for 12 weeks. The …

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Tonight: Errol Linton performs at the Effra Hall Tavern – free entry, great vibes

This has long been one of our favourite nights in Brixton, and we thoroughly recommend checking out the excellent Errol Linton band at the Effra Hall tonight. Admission is free …

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Campaigners lay out detailed objections as Brockwell Live planning consultation closes

Now that the deadline has passed to comment either in favour or against the Brockwell Live planning application, Brixton Buzz thought it would be useful to summarise the comprehensive objections …

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Brixton House wins national Stage Award for Black Power Desk campaign

Brixton House has won a national award at the The Stage Awards 2026, taking Campaign of the Year for Black Power Desk, in partnership with PlayWell Productions. The awards were …

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In photos: Dulwich Hamlet bag all three points at struggling Potters Bar Town, Sat 10th Jan 2026

Despite a spirited performance by bottom of the table Potters Bar Town, Dulwich Hamlet collected all three points from their visit to the Lantern Stadium. Max was there to capture …

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Brixton Rec to close for three days this month for essential works

Brixton Rec will need to be closed for three days this month, from Friday 23, January to Tuesday 27, January 2026 for essential works. During the shutdown Active Lambeth memberships …

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Quit smoking and give Nick O’Teen the boot for 2026 with this six-step programme

Stop Smoking London has launched “Six for 2026”, a positive, action-focused campaign highlighting six proven ways Londoners can get support to stop smoking. Each option offers a clear, achievable starting …

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Lambeth appears to backtrack on West Dulwich CPZ after court defeat over controversial traffic scheme

Lambeth Council has all but abandoned its flagship West Dulwich Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) proposals following months of sustained local opposition — and after a High Court ruling that forced …

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Crowdfunder launched to replace ‘train benches’ outside Herne Hill train station

The Herne Hill forum has launched a campaign to raise funds to replace the popular – but knackered – ‘train benches’ outside Herne Hill railway station. On their crowdfunding page, …