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Police facial recognition cameras in Brixton, Weds 17th Dec 2025 – in photos
There’s another Live Facial Recognition Operation being conducted by the police today, with the van parked outside Boots on the corner of Electric Avenue and Brixton Road. The first time …
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In photos: Dulwich Hamlet dumped out of the Velocity Cup by lower league Kingstonian FC, Tues 16th Dec 2025
There was very little Christmas cheer on the terraces of Champion Hill last night, as Dulwich Hamlet fans suffered the embarrassment of seeing their team being roundly beaten by lower …
The best New Year’s Eve club nights in London
It’s the biggest night of the year. Hurry up and book, says Maddy Mussen
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Democracy, Lambeth-style: Half the votes, nearly all the seats – new report calls for a reform of the voting system ahead of the 2026 local elections in the borough
Lambeth’s 2022 council election result has been ranked among the most undemocratic in London, according to a new report that argues the borough’s voting system is distorting local democracy. Labour …
Homes for Lambeth now costs residents £500 each – as Lambeth claims it can’t afford £1m Country Show
By any reasonable measure, Homes for Lambeth has become one of the most expensive policy failures in Lambeth Council’s recent history. Buried deep in the council’s newly published Draft Statement …
Clink Charity wins competitive tender process to retain its restaurant at HMP Brixton
The Clink Charity prison has successfully retained its restaurant at HMP Brixton for a further five years, following a competitive commercial procurement process. The charity say that this marks a …
In photos: Dulwich Hamlet lummoxed by Lewes in 1-4 home defeat, Saturday 13th Dec 2025
In a serious dent to their play-off hopes, Dulwich Hamlet were thumped by Lewes FC in front of a crowd of 2,500 people at Champion Hill on Saturday. Buzz photographer …
Photofusion offers new free courses in photography for the New Year
Photofusion in Brixton has announced new free photography courses starting in the new year. Here’s the details: SATURDAY WORKSHOPS – THE CREATORS’ STUDIO: Free photography course for 16-25 year olds. Young …
Queen of the South in Tulse Hill has ceased trading
The Queen of the South pub in Tulse Hill has announced that it will be closing, just two and a half years after taking over the former White Hart pub. …
Lambeth calls for tougher enforcement on dumped e-bikes bikes and more bays for parking
Lambeth is asking residents if they want “tougher action on dumped bikes and more parking bays so our pavements stay clear and safe?” They’ve launched a petition to gauge local …
Windrush Panto: The magic of Dick Whittington and His Catford Cat – Theatre Review
The Broadway Theatre’s Dick Whittington and His Catford Cat opens with young Dick Whittington arriving aboard the Empire Windrush from Jamaica, stepping onto the docks of London accompanied by sleepy …
It couldn’t be magic: Peckham Town knocked out of the Barry Manilow Cup by South East Athletic, Sat 13th Dec 2025
Even a bumper bag of Mandy wouldn’t be able to take away the pain of watching Peckham Town exit the Barry Manilow Cup yesterday after losing a penalty shoot out …
Lambeth Country Show cancellation sparks Lib Dem criticism of Council finances
The Lambeth Liberal Democrats have criticised the financial reasoning behind the cancellation of Lambeth’s annual summer Country Show. Lambeth responded saying that they need to cancel the event to save …
Max Roach Park in Brixton and Norwood Park in West Norwood get refurbished playgrounds
Families and children across Lambeth can now enjoy two newly refurbished playgrounds as Lambeth Council has completed upgrades at Max Roach Park in Brixton and Norwood Park in West Norwood. …
Lambeth looks to sell former Cormont Road school as it aims to make £100m cuts
A derelict school on Cormont Road next to Myatt’s Fields Park is due to be sold by Lambeth Council as it faces severe financial strain. The former Charles Edward Brooke …
Fundraiser launched to save Cafe Cairo bar in Landor Road, SW9
We thought we’d already lost Cafe Cairo for good, but we’re delighted to learn that the owners are looking to reopen – but they’re going to need some help from …
End no-fault evictions and use empty homes: campaigners to gather this Saturday, 13th Dec 2025
Campaigners and tenants will gather in Gypsy Hill on Saturday, 13th December 2025 to demand an end to no-fault evictions and the immediate use of empty homes. Homes for Lambeth …
South London support for Lib Dem bill that rings the Bell on Brexit insanity
Clapham and Brixton Hill MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy this week led a trio of South London Labour MPs to help push through a Liberal Democrat Ten Minute Rule Bill calling for …
The People’s Comedy takes up residency at Club Silly in the Brixton arches
After years of building a reputation for platforming bold, original comedy and investing heavily in grassroots talent, the multi-award-winning The People’s Comedy has announced its arrival in South London, taking …
MS Society Lambeth and Southwark – community event at the Brixton Windmill, 14th Dec 2025
The MS Society Lambeth and Southwark has announced a special community event designed just for the MS community to “create, relax, and connect.” The free event will take place at …