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Issue 1641

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John Berylson 1953 - 2023

Millwall reeling after tragic death of owner

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Labour holds its seat in the local by-election

Contents NEWS NEWS Pages Pages 2-17 2-17

The Liberal Democrats were the only party whose vote share increased

OPINION OPINION Pages 18-19 Pages 18-19 Arts what's Page 21 on Pages 20-21

By Herbie Russell

Classified & Family Classified & jobs announcements Page 22 Page 22

Labour has retained its local council seat in Newington ward in a by-election that saw the Liberal Democrats make significant gains.

Public notices Public notices Pages 23-28 Pages 23-26 SPORT SPORT Pages 27-32 29-32

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Cllr Youcef Hassaine points at his ward following his win

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Youcef Hassaine took 57.6 per cent of the vote for the Labour Party, followed by Liberal Democrat Vikkas Aggarwal with 27.9 per cent.

It means that Labour councillors sit in all three of the Kennington ward’s council seats - as they have since 2014.

Thursday’s by-election on June 29 was triggered following Cllr Alice Macdonald’s recent resignation - as she is campaigning to be Labour’s MP for Norwich North in the next general election.

Cllr Youcef Hassaine, who is originally from Birmingham and works in Diversity and Inclusion, said: “I want to thank the people of Newington for putting their trust in me. I will not let you down. I'll be working tirelessly with my fellow Labour councillors to improve life for everyone in our community.

“The residents of Newington know that Labour is the best choice for our ward and our borough and I'm looking forward to playing my part in our Southwark Labour team, supporting people through the cost of living crisis, making our streets and estates safer and delivering high-quality homes for everyone in our borough.”

Cllr Kieron Williams, Leader of Southwark Council, added: "To have such an overwhelming vote for Labour is a real endorsement of the difference we are making in Southwark."

The Liberal Democrats were the only party whose vote share increased - by 15.4 per cent - and local party leader Victor Chamberlain said he was “immensely proud” of Vikkas Aggarwal's efforts.

Cllr Chamberlain said: “Labour’s

massive majority made them the firm favourites to retain Newington. We are immensely proud to regain a strong second place with a 10.35-point swing away from Labour.

“So many of the Newington residents we have spoken to over the last few weeks feel let down, ignored and neglected by Labour and a council that doesn’t listen or respond. Southwark Liberal Democrats will continue to be a voice for those people in the town hall.”

Sir Simon Hughes, Honorary President of Southwark Lib Dems and former local MP, said: “He did very well and the team worked very hard. It certainly shows to the borough that Labour is not inviolate we're chasing their tail and we’re closing the gap."

The Green Party candidate Ruben Buendia, aged just nineteen, who finished his A-level exams days earlier, finished third with 9 per cent of the vote. He said: “I was quite happy with the result - we got a warm and positive response.”

Lewis Jones stood for the Conservative Party and finished fourth with 5.6 per cent of the vote. A spokesperson for the local party said: "Day in, day out, hardworking Conservative volunteers are fighting hard for residents in Southwark and across south London so it is clearly disappointing that we did not increase our vote share but we are here for the long term: fighting poor quality housing, an unfair 80% increase in the cost of residents’ parking permits and poor value for money in council services. Only the Conservatives will stand up for you."

The Conservative party was approached for comment but didn’t respond before publication.

Newington (Southwark) Council By-Election Result: LAB: 57.6% (-5.3) LDM: 27.9% (+15.4) GRN: 9.0% (-6.2) CON: 5.6% (-3.9)

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By Herbie Russell aN EsCaPEd Mexican black kingsnake has been detained in Elephant and Castle after a young family discovered it in their study.

Anthony Poggo was visiting his daughter Faith Poggo at her Oswin Street home when he “almost stepped on” the threefoot-long constrictor at around 8pm last Friday evening, June 30.

The “totally harmless” jet-black serpent had been evading residents ever since it was first spotted slithering through a back garden on Tuesday, June 27.

Despite experts’ assurances that the snake was not dangerous to humans, it had still been putting local residents on edge.

Anthony’s wife Jane Namurye said: “It was so scary. It has been in the neighbourhood for quite a while… so we were all very alert and on the lookout and suddenly it came to the house.

“It was next to the study and then my husband spotted it... he almost stepped on it… my husband was making sure it didn’t go anywhere and we closed it in the bathroom.”

She called local councillor Maria Linforth-Hall for help who said: “It was panic because people were very frightened. When I arrived, the whole family were in the street.”

Cllr Linforth-Hall called the National Centre for Reptile Welfare who sent out their local contact Peter Prodromou - a conservationist and adventurer.

He and his eleven-year-old son Mason arrived at the home and found the snake coiled around a bathroom door handle.

Peter said: “I’ve been rescuing my snakes my whole life. We don’t often have problematic snakes in the UK - it’s disproportionately dogs and cats!”

His son took the snake and carefully put it into a box before transporting it to the reptile centre.

escaped MeXican bLack kingsnake captured in eLephant and castLe

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Local conservationist Peter Prodromou (left) and Cllr Maria Linforth-Hall with the snake. (Inset) The Mexican black kingsnake on the ground in an Elephant and Castle back garden

“The community were lovely, the councillor was lovely and Mason was really happy nobody tried to hurt the snake. The snake is captured,” he said.

Chris Newman, from the National Centre for Reptile Welfare, received the snake, which lives off small animals like mice, this morning (Saturday, July 1).

He said: “The snake is very tame and very docile so it’s obviously somebody’s pet.”

They are still waiting for an owner to come forward to whom they will return the snake if they can prove ownership once assured that it won’t escape again.

“They’re worth about £300 so sometimes people will try and claim a snake that doesn’t belong to them,” Chris explained.

Mexican black kingsnakes, which are native to Central and North America, do not have venom and kill their small prey

by strangulation.

According to everythingreptiles. com, they make good pets because they have simple diets and don’t mind being handled.

If the snake belongs to you call the National Centre for Reptile Welfare on 07897692060.

Group that offers free dance classes across south London is 'at risk' if they don't raise £10,000

By Isabel Ramirez

aN orgaNIsaTIoN, that has run free dance classes for all ages for 30 years, is at risk of closure following a 100 per cent cut to their primary funding source.

Greenwich Dance is currently raising £10,000 to stay afloat after funding losses and rising costs have put their future into question.

The organisation runs free and donation-based dance classes for the community across south London - "to give everyone the chance to participate in dance."

Lucy White, a spokesperson for Greenwich Dance, said although the classes are for all ages, with most of them taking place during the day, the members tend to be older. She said their main aim is to combat loneliness by using the power of dance to bring people together.

"One member came along to try it after losing her husband to covid, and now she joins us every week."

Despite providing their services across southeast London for thirty years, funding their mission has not been easy.

"We were unsuccessful in our application to re-join the Arts Council’s National Portfolio at the end of last year.

"Around the same time," she continued, 'we received a 100 per cent cut to our Royal Borough of Greenwich funding which has sustained our core since we started thirty years ago."

Last year, they moved to a new base - The Nest, a building that borders Bexley and Greenwich. Their target is to raise £10,000, which they will use to cover this year's space hire costs.

As part of the fundraising, they are running a rewards scheme with prizes from local businesses.

For instance, if you donate £50 you can get a Sunday roast for two with wine at The Queen's Pub in Crouch End (worth £76.50) or a cut and blowdry at The Hairy Chair in Blackheath (worth £60).

Sport England agreed to donate £5,000 if they raised £2,500 of the target - which they just reached the other day. "We are so grateful to them but we still need people's help to get over the line," Lucy added.

Scan the QR code to donate and see what other rewards are on offer.

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By John Kelly MILLWALL FOOTBALL Club and Lions supporters were rocked this week after the tragic death of the club’s owner and chairman John Berylson.

Berylson, 70, died in an accident in Massachusetts in the United States on Tuesday morning, July 4.

He is survived by his wife Amy and three children, Jennifer, James and Elizabeth.

Hugely popular with Millwall supporters and regarded as one of the best owners in English football, Berylson pumped around £100million into the club.

Berylson, who was born in Boston, took over Millwall in 2006 and fought to keep the club in South Bermondsey amid the threat of a compulsory purchase order of land around The Den that would have been handed over to a property developer.

In Berylson’s time at the helm, the Lions twice won promotion to the Championship and reached the semifinals of the FA Cup once and the quarterfinals twice.

Millwall have continued to improve as they have established themselves in the Championship, going close to the play-offs for four consecutive years. They missed out on the final day last season.

Berylson consistently backed his managers and under Gary Rowett the club have been busy this summer trying to improve the squad.

Millwall released a statement at 9.40pm on Tuesday night.

It read: “It is with a collective broken heart and the deepest of regret that we announce the passing of our beloved owner and chairman, John Berylson.

“John, who turned 70 last month, lost his life in a tragic accident on Tuesday morning, and the thoughts of everyone at

the club are with his wife, Amy, his three children, Jennifer, James, and Elizabeth, and the rest of the Berylson family.

“John’s sudden and tragic passing will unquestionably impact all those who were fortunate to have known him. He was a truly great man, incredibly devoted to his family, and a person of such remarkable generosity, warmth, and kindness. He lived a storied life, one full of colour and joy, and was infinitely thoughtful of others with an endless desire to share his immense knowledge and experiences to help people.

“Under John’s passionate leadership and guidance, Millwall Football Club has enjoyed tremendous success and stability.

Since first becoming involved in the club in 2006, he has presided over some of the greatest moments in Millwall’s history, and his influence in providing the platform for those was immeasurable. John continued to speak eagerly about the new season and his vision for the future, and any success moving forward will be in his memory and honour. It will be his legacy.

“John revelled in the club’s underdog status and mentality. He related strongly to such values and identity and adored Millwall supporters. He was fiercely loyal to all his staff, and both they and the fan base will miss him beyond measure.

“For those who wish to pay their respects, a book of condolence, which will be shared with the Berylson family, will be opened at The Den from 11am on Wednesday, July 5. Those who cannot make it in person to The Den will be able to sign an online book of condolence, which will be available on millwallfc. co.uk in due course.

“Rest in peace, John, and thank you. You were loved and adored.”

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Peckham man is convicted of murder

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CONVICTED: Godfrey Tanishe Madondo

VICTIM: Jeremiah Sewell

Millwall reeling after beloved owner’s death John Berylson died in a ‘tragic accident’ on Tuesday

By Herbie Russell A Peckham man has been convicted of the murder of nineteen-year-old Jeremiah Sewell in a Lewisham car park last year.

Twenty-year-old Godfrey Tanishe Madondo was found guilty at the Central Criminal Court on Monday, July 3.

The court heard how he stabbed Jeremiah twice in the neck as his victim sat in the back of a parked car - in what police described as “an utterly senseless and barbaric act”.

Two twenty-year-old women - Khelsi Johnson-Davis, from Nunhead, and Leah Simmonds, from Gipsy Hill - were found guilty of perverting the course of justice at the same trial.

Detective Chief Inspector Chris Wood said: “Jeremiah’s murder was an utterly senseless and barbaric act – the speed in which the situation escalated, and the fact that Jeremiah was sitting defenceless in the back of a car, offering no threat to Madondo, makes it all the more futile.

“Nothing will undo the catastrophic consequences of that night, but I hope the conviction of these three people will at least

give Jeremiah’s family and friends some sense that justice has been served.”

The tragic incident took place in Beckenham Park Place when Jeremiah was in a car park socialising with friends in the early hours of Saturday, July 16.

They were listening to music and chatting when Madondo arrived in a car at around 4.25am.

The defendant approached Jeremiah as he sat in the car and reportedly asked where he was from. As he replied, the court heard that Madondo stabbed him twice in the neck.

Madondo is then said to have run back to his car which was driven away at speed.

Jeremiah’s friends rushed him to nearby Lewisham Hospital but he died a short time later despite the best efforts of medical staff.

Detectives launched an urgent investigation and used CCTV footage to track the car Madondo had been travelling in.

Some footage showed the vehicle’s occupants entering a Peckham shop and Madondo could be seen among them.

The defendant was arrested the day after the murder but refused to answer any questions about the attack on Jeremiah.

Even during the trial, Madondo would

John Berylson

never explain why he carried out the attack.

Detectives also established that two other women - Khelsi Johnson-Davis and Leah Simmonds - were in the suspect vehicle.

DCI Chris Wood said the pair “attempted to dispose of evidence in a futile attempt to cover his murderous tracks”.

Simmonds took Madondo’s blood-stained clothes and chucked them in a bin near her address in Gipsy Hill.

Police recovered the bin bag, analysed the clothes and found the blood matched Jeremiah’s. Forensic examination also revealed a fingerprint matching Simmonds.

Officers seized both Simmonds’s and Johnson-Davis’s phones which revealed conversations about how to wash blood out of clothes.

Detectives also found screenshots of media reports of the murder along with commentary between the pair after they’d heard a person had been arrested.

Police charged four people in connection with the murder. One was acquitted at the trial.

Madondo will be sentenced on Friday, July 7. Both women will be sentenced on Thursday, August 24.

Neville Staple from The Specials to headline this year's Bermondsey Carnival

By Herbie Russell The Specials singer Neville Staple will headline Bermondsey Carnival this year - six years after last appearing at the legendary festival.

Staple played on and off with the worldfamous Ska troupe from 1978 to 2012, performing lead and backing vocals.

He appeared on stage at the Southwark Park carnival in 2019 where he had crowds

grooving to classics like ‘Ghost Town’.

Carnival organiser Russell Dryden said: “He came and played with our local band Indica in 2019 and he really loved it.

“This time he’s coming with a full band and they’ll play all the hits from The Specials and a lot of old ska classics.”

The line-up will also feature a host of local bands - plus music from the Middle East and a musician playing the West African kora.

The festival was cancelled last year due

to a lack of funds after Southwark Council slashed its contribution from £80,000 to £10,000.

Although it is only receiving £10,000 funding again, the carnival is going ahead after event groups Assemble GALA kindly agreed to lend its equipment to Bermondsey Carnival.

Russell wanted to thank the “tremendous support” shown by the carnivals partners - including Rotherhithe Consolidated

Charities, Blue Bermondsey BID, Southwark Council, Greystar, British Land, GALA, and ArtInvest.

Bermondsey Carnival’s history stretches back to 1900, during the second Boer War, when the Daily Telegraph launched a charitable fund to support the wives and orphans of soldiers killed in battle.

Bermondsey Carnival will take place at Southwark Park on Sunday, August 6, from 12pm to 8pm.

By Herbie Russell NursEs WILL reveal their experiences of working during the pandemic - from the frantic day-today to the “magical” moments - in a 24-hour art installation at guy’s and st thomas’ Hospital.

nurses to reveaL their pandeMic eXperiences in 24-hour iMMersive art instaLLation Student nurse Rosetta describes being on a break and looking out from St Thomas’ Hospital, over the Thames, and at the Houses of Parliament: "I can remember one night in particular that was magical.

“Late November, rather unpromising, foggy. It must have been high tide and the tide was just turning.

“And the river just stopped and it looked as though it had been ironed.

Completely smooth and still... the Houses of Parliament in fog.

“And then probably somebody called out ‘nurse!’ and broke the moment.”

'Moments of Grace' is one of 57 new projects that Historic England has funded through its Everyday Heritage Grants: Celebrating Working Class Histories. It is scheduled to arrive at the Central Hall at St Thomas's Hospital, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7EH, in early 2024.

A workshop being held with mental health nurses

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‘Moments of Grace’ will open in St Thomas’ Central Hall next year and allow visitors to immerse themselves in the lives of those nurses who battled against Covid-19.

An online version of the exhibition, at www.momentsofgrace.uk, is already available - featuring first-hand recordings of the 50 nurses and midwives that took part.

Some myths are dispelled. One nurse, Sarah Daly, says: “I think one thing I haven’t enjoyed through Covid is people being like, 'oh you’re a nurse, that must be so hard'. Like, not everything is bad.

“Some of the work that you’re getting to still do is really positive. People have a lot of assumptions at the minute that if you work in the NHS, you must be about to die from exhaustion.”

But in some instances, the public’s perceptions were realised in the hospitals’ halls. “It is extraordinarily satisfying when it goes well and it’s devastating when it goes wrong,” explains nurse Maya Khan.

Her colleague Aine Pope, explaining the ever-changing rhythms of nursing during the nation’s biggest modern health crisis, says: “It’s almost like music.

It speeds up, it slows down, it speeds up, it slows down.”

And then crammed in between the hours of pressure and stress, of life and death, the nurses share fleeting moments of tranquillity.

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By Isabel Ramirez busINEss oWNErs claim half of one main road near Peckham rye market has been left like a wasteland by the council.

One side of Choumert Road has been 'neglected', say the business owners, who claim there is 'no parking enforcement' and piles of rubbish, making it a hotspot for criminals.

Choumert Road stretches from the middle of Rye Lane to Copleston Road in Peckham - but despite being the same road, the two sides could not be more different.

Martin Ekeocha - who owns a business on the Rye Lane side said it is clear the area has been 'abandoned' by the council.

"Everything after the cross-road is a mess," he explained.

"There are no large bins so the street is full of piles of rubbish and cars parked everywhere blocking shop fronts."

He pointed to the other end of the road (the Copleston side) and commented on the comparably clean street.

"How can the council treat the same postcode so differently?"

Another business owner, who preferred to remain anonymous, agreed that the part of the road seems like it has been 'neglected.' When asked about footfall, they replied: "There is no footfall."

A waste collection sign produced by the council asks people to leave their waste out for collection - but since there are no large bins anywhere on the street, Martin says it is just dumped anywhere. "And it usually isn't collected until around 1 am when trade is over," he said.

He identified that the main daily issues, as well as the overall neglect of the area 'massively affect his business.'

"Customers often say the area puts them off coming," he said.

Martin added that it also means the area is a 'hotspot' for criminal activity.

In 2021 27-year-old Jobari Gooden was stabbed on Choumert Road his killer has since been jailed but last year, a CCTV camera was installed there in a bid to make it safer. However, Martin said this hasn't helped. "People can hide behind vehicles and sometimes you get big vans here that block the camera."

Relating to the criminal activity mentioned - the Met Police said the area is on their radar.

In a statement, they told us: "We

'peckhaM's wasteLand'

Business owner Martin Ekeocha are aware of concern in the area and will always do our best to act when residents report incidents to us. Our neighbourhood policing teams actively patrol residential areas and engage with the community to deter antisocial behaviour. They welcome input from residents and will act on intelligence provided to take preventative action to tackle crime when there are opportunities to do so.

"We are committed to working with local people to ensure they can feel safe and secure in their community."

But Martin said when the police do come it is usually during the day, which doesn't help the matter, "since most of the criminal activity goes on at night."

He added that he has brought this issue up to the council 'at least seven times' - with no luck.

"I only ever had a response once - about a particularly bad pile of rubbish," Martin explained.

"The council said they had sorted it out - but at the time of receiving that response I was standing next to it."

He said the pile in question was eventually removed two and a half months later, only not by the council.

"I was there when it was collected but it was by workmen who needed to get by."

To solve the issues, Martin suggested that the area be pedestrianised to make it a path 'people want to walk down.'

"I think if the road was closed, and pedestrianised it would solve a lot of these issues. It would clean up the street significantly - just make it a little less choked - weaving in and out of cars - people - make it a path people want to walk down."

He said failing that there needs to be tighter enforcement to make the area safer. "So even though it may not seem a big deal, all the cars that park there and the waste - all that does is leaves this environment where none of the rules are not being followed because there's no enforcement," he said.

We put all of these concerns to the council, but they did not respond at the time of going to press.

the cost by purchasing their own equipment in order to make long-term savings, potentially renting the required desk and chairs from schools in the borough or seeking an alternative venue altogether.

However, the council maintain the costs are necessary as they only require the equipment four times a year (May April) and it would more expensive to buy and store it.

The leader of the opposition Cllr Victor Chamberlain, said the council was "lazily wasting money on itself.

"Over the last twelve months, everyone in Southwark has been told to tighten their belts," he said. "Meanwhile, the Labour council continues to lazily waste money on itself.

"Our council should be embarrassed

by the extortionate prices they have been paying just to conduct regular business.

"Using nearly £7,000 of taxpayer money to hold meetings in their own office is a complete outrage and residents will be rightfully furious.

"Labour need to have more respect for public money, and find a long-term solution to this expensive problem.”

The annual meeting is held in May at Southwark Cathedral and at £4,800 on average is significantly cheaper than those held at the Tooley Street offices.

The council explained this is because there is very little political discussion or public participation so they don't need to hire individual microphones at these meetings - so there are no equipment costs.

The pile of rubbish which business owners say was left for two-and-a-half months

Parking restrictions are not being adhered to

Why does Southwark Council spend £40k a year on full council meetings?

By Isabel Ramirez ThE LIb dem opposition in southwark have revealed that over £40k a year is being spent on full council meetings - with most of the money going on hiring tables, chairs and microphones.

An FOI conducted by the Southwark Liberal Democrats revealed that £41,000 was spent holding just six council meetings in a year. The figures relate to March 2022 to March 2023.

This works out at £6,800 on average per meeting - with £4,000 being spent on hiring equipment like tables, chairs and microphones.

Now the opposition councillors are calling on the ruling Labour adminstration to find ways to reduce

Before the council relocated to Tooley Street in 2009, the authority was spread across sixteen locations around the borough. There were concerns back then about whether this was economical.

In their former Camberwell Town Hall home there was a council chamber that was fully fitted out for meetings.

The council affirms that alternative venues for an ordinary council assembly have been tried, the costs for which were 'higher' than Tooley Street.

Cllr Stephanie Cryan, Cabinet Member for Communities, Democracy & Finance, said: “An ordinary council assembly meeting is where all councillors come together four times a year to debate and hear directly from residents. As such, we need the right space and equipment to support the free sharing of political

opinion that is at the heart of effective discussion, including hiring individual microphones. Using Tooley Street as the venue is our best solution at present.

“We regularly look into alternative options to keep costs as low as possible for ordinary council assemblies, though affordable venues around the borough find it difficult to support the time and access requirements. Others are simply not fit for purpose, such as the shape and space at Southwark Cathedral. As and when we find a cheaper solution which still ensures our ability to hear residents’ deputations and questions, for our councillors to debate and challenge one another effectively, and to allow anyone who is interested to engage in local democracy, we will change how the meetings are set up to suit.”

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Police appeal after man attacked in Rotherhithe

By Kevin Quinn a MaN in his 50s has been arrested after an attack in rotherhithe where the victim suffered cuts to his neck, head and arm.

Police were called at 6:56pm on Saturday evening, July 1, to reports of an injured male at Lower Road.

Officers and ambulance crew found a 30-year-old man at the scene with ‘cuts/lacerations to his neck, head and arm’.

Police said his condition was not life threatening.

A man, aged in his 50s, was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. He was also taken to a south London hospital as a precaution before being taken into custody.

Enquiries are ongoing but the crime scene and cordons have been lifted.

Anyone who witnessed this incident but has not yet spoken with police should call 101 or Tweet @MetCC quoting 6233/2JUL. To remain 100% anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit Crimestoppers-uk.org.

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By Herbie Russell An eX-sOutHwArk Cathedral verger has admitted to the historic sexual abuse of two boys.

Clive McCleester, 77, pleaded guilty to eight counts of indecent assault and two counts of gross indecency with a child at Inner London Crown Court, on Monday, June 26.

The former social worker and Dean's Verger committed his crimes between 1969 and 1971 at Tylney Hall School, Hampshire, and between 1984 and 1987 in Southwark Cathedral.

McCleester, who once oversaw visitors to the Queen Mother’s tomb at Windsor Castle, maintained his innocence throughout an extensive investigation

but admitted his guilt three days before he was set to face trial.

Tragically, the victim from Tylney Hall died in August 2020 so never saw his abuser face justice.

Detective Sergeant Hannah Stewart said McCleester’s crimes had been “devastating” for the victims and urged any others to step forward.

In a statement, a spokesperson for Southwark Cathedral offered "a full and unreserved apology to all those affected by this matter" and commended "the bravery of those who brought this to light".

They said McCleester's crimes were "a grievous breach of trust, which will have life-long effects" and that it was committed to ensuring "the safety and

wellbeing of children, young people and adults".

McCleester targeted the first victim, aged thirteen, while working as a child welfare officer at Tylney Hall between 1960 and 1971.

He was assigned as a welfare officer to the boy after his grandmother died.

McCleester abused the teenager at his private residence on the boarding school grounds between January 1969 and April 1971. The victim-survivor told police about the abuse after speaking with a counsellor.

Sadly, having died in 2020, he will never know the outcome of the investigation.

Police were in contact with his family throughout the investigation.

McCleester abused his second victim,

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also aged thirteen, while working as Head Verger at Southwark Cathedral - a role involving caretaking and ordering of religious services - between January 1984 and May 1987.

The boy, who was a chorister at the Cathedral, suffered the abuse at McCleester’s flat inside the vicarage.

The historic nature of the crimes meant specialist officers gathered “a vast amount” of documentation to build up the necessary evidence.

Police traced and interviewed former pupils as part of their enquiries. They also obtained two specialist medical reports that corroborated the victims’ accounts.

DS Stewart said: “The officers involved in this case have worked relentlessly and shown incredible commitment to securing these convictions.

"Both victims/families feel they have been failed by institutions that were supposed to protect them.

“We hope they can feel an element of peace knowing that justice has been finally served. McCleester is a vile predator who has no place in society.

“We urge anyone who has been a victim of McCleester to come forward to police.

We will support you.”

The pandemic hindered the investigation due to historic archives being closed. McCleester was charged in February 2022 and pleaded guilty on June 26 2023.

He will be sentenced on Monday, July 10.

Advice and details of charities that can offer support to victims of sexual offences can be found on the Met's website. The Met has specially trained officers who will listen and support you through the investigative process.

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Tram company presses ahead with Southwark route - defying TfL's concerns A CGI tram travelling through Elephant and Castle

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By Herbie Russell A privately-backed tram company will push for a new Southwark route despite Transport for London’s (TfL) “significant concerns” about the scheme.

Light rail business Trampower wants to build a line running from London Bridge to Denmark Hill via ten other stations - despite TfL identifying “a number of safety issues”. The company claims the privately-financed Southwark Supertram could be built in just twelve months using innovative construction techniques - at minimal cost to the taxpayer.

Responding to TfL's concerns, Trampower said TfL was used to “setting the pace” and was "seeking strong assurances". He added that it could be "look[ing] for problems to stop the scheme".

Stopping short of explicitly backing the scheme, Southwark Council has said transport improvements from London Bridge to Denmark Hill “would be a welcome addition”.

Trampower founder Professor Lewis Lesley launched the Southwark Supertram proposal in 2012. He and colleague

The Southwark Supertram route Stewart Saunders, formerly Principal Transport Planning Officer in Croydon, had been in consultation with TfL since 2016 before talks broke off.

Trampower’s proposals are unusual in that, unlike most modern tram networks, notably the Croydon Tramlink, it would be wholly privately financed.

The route would go from London Bridge to Denmark Hill via Guys' Hospital, Great Dover Street, Borough Road, Newington Causeway, Elephant and Castle, Wansey Street, Cadiz Street, Westmoreland Road, Bowyer Place and Camberwell Green.

Stewart Saunders, Transport and Policy Advisor at Southwark Supertram, said it would cost just £90m to build - and that TfL would likely spend £450m on an equivalent scheme.

He says that through novel construction techniques, there would be 90 per cent less disruption to utilities and transport than with other tram developments. A portion of Trampower's LR55 track has been used on Sheffield's tram since 1996 and required zero maintenance.

Stewart explained that whereas conventional tram schemes mean digging up entire roads, Trampower would dig small grooves into the ground and “glue” the ground beam and rail on top.

But after years of discussions, a TfL

spokesperson has now said: “While we are keen to see increased connectivity across London, our number one priority is safety and we have significant concerns about the Southwark Supertram scheme.

“A number of safety and operational issues that would impact walking and cycling in the area as well as other road users, including bus passengers, have been raised during consultation with the promoters and remain unresolved.”

TfL did not specify their safety concerns but Stewart said TfL had had reservations about cyclist and pedestrian safety. But he explained: "We think we’ve done as much [for pedestrian and cyclist safety] as any tramway that they (TfL) have been involved with".

Trampower remains convinced of the scheme’s viability which, using regenerative power for brakes, would be “effectively green power and zero emissions at the point of use”.

Responding to TfL’s reservations, Stewart said: “It may well be looking for problems to stop the scheme. As an organisation, they’re used to setting the pace... they were seeking strong assurances. They’ve been set up in a context where they decide what happens and what doesn’t happen. It’s very hard when you’re having to fit in with others' demands and ideas.

"There’s a certain amount of politics playing into this - when we first contacted TfL they literally ignored us."

Failure to obtain TfL’s backing could prove a serious stumbling block for Trampower’s scheme as it would make it difficult for it to obtain a Transport and Works Act order. This is the normal route for authorising new rail or tram systems and gives the developer additional powers to build vital infrastructure like electricity substations. Instead, Trampower has now said it will go down the local planning route and lodge an application with Southwark Council later this year.

TfL would be a statutory consultee in this process and a TfL spokesperson said, even if Southwark Council granted the scheme, Trampower would still need additional permissions to operate the network.

Southwark Council’s openness to the proposals does offer Trampower a glimmer of hope and reflects a long-held desire to improve transport links from London Bridge to Denmark Hill.

In 2021, it passed a motion committing to explore alternative transport infrastructure including tram lines.

Cllr Radha Burgess, then-deputy cabinet member for low traffic Southwark, said at the time: “We are proactively looking at tram systems, rapid bus routes and walking

and cycling infrastructure. Our ambition is significant and political commitment solid.”

Then-Southwark Liberal Democrat leader Cllr Nick Johnson said “let’s make this happen, trams are cool, we all know this”.

Southwark once had a tram network with routes connecting Waterloo and Dulwich and Walworth and Surrey Quays which was ripped out in the 1950s.

Trampower founder Lewis Lesley said: "The recent Supertram presentation at the Annual Transport Practitioners' Meeting, held at the University of Greenwich was well received and is fully in line with the Department of Transport's new planning policy. The old 'predict and provide' more road space to allow increasing car traffic is dead. The new policy is 'Vision Led' and decarbonisation based. Delegates at the conference saw that the Southwark Supertram is an excellent fit. The Supertram Team will continue dialogues with all stakeholders and is confident it will easily satisfy the new Council Delivery Plan, initially to give residents on the London Bridge - Denmark Hill corridor a greatly improved service that is environmentally sustainable. Some consideration has been given to extensions along the Old Kent Road and towards Waterloo but we need to get the first line built."

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for the past twelve years.

On the day they will be joined by zerowaste chef, Martyn Odell - who will be showing the children how to cook sustainably using what they have grown.

Martyn, whose zero-waste cooking videos have made him an internet sensation, said: “As a huge advocate for reducing food waste, I love how The Felix Project works with different businesses and organisations to divert food set to go to waste, to the people who need it most.

"I’m really looking forward to meeting the pupils taking part in the Summer Sale at Borough Market this year and creating some delicious recipes with their freshly grown produce,” he said.

The Summer Sale is set to take place on Thursday, July 6, from 11 am - 1.30 pm.

Previous sales have seen pupils selling their school-grown rhubarb, radishes, cucumber, marrow, lettuce, spring onions, strawberries, lavender, herb bunches, garlic and more.

In Spring 2023, School Food Matters surveyed 500 school pupils and revealed that more than a third (37 per cent) had never seen fruit or vegetables growing, while two-thirds (66 per cent) felt they didn’t spend enough time in nature and wanted more.* The programme gives children the opportunity to spend time in their school gardens learning about where their food comes from, understand the importance of eating seasonally and discover new cooking skills. It not only provides pupils with essential nutritional knowledge and gardening techniques, but it also equips them with invaluable life skills, as they learn from the Market’s traders about how to sell their produce to the public.

Since the Young Marketeers Programme began, 56,175 children have taken part, raising £11,472 for The Felix Project through their sales – the equivalent of 68,832 meals for vulnerable families in need.

Look out for the young marketeers at Borough Market Look out for the young marketeers at Borough Market on Thursday July 6 as they sell their own schoolgrown produce.

Primary school pupils are set to take over Borough Market to sell fruit and vegetables they have grown from seed in their school gardens, at the annual Summer Sale.

Every penny raised by the children will be used by The Felix Project to provide meals for vulnerable families across the capital.

Sixty pupils from twelve primary schools are setting up stalls in the capital’s historic food market, to demonstrate their new-found skills in growing and passion for spending time in nature.

Run by a charitable trust for the benefit of the community, Borough Market has hosted the Young Marketeers programme in partnership with School Food Matters

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At a time when poor mental health was still taboo, the asylum on Peckham Road took an astonishingly progressive attitude to treatment.

Based close to the junction with Havil Street, its patients had the run of a 20-acre park-like garden, and unusually, male and female patients were allowed to mix outdoors.

The initial intake of 70 male and 80 female pauper patients - plus 12 paying patients - may have been surprised to find a community garden, tennis courts, a putting green and a badminton court. Patients were treated to concerts and even an

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Gardens Estate.

The asylum was largely forgotten for over half-a-century until Liz Sibthorpe - then a Sceaux Gardens Estate resident - stumbled across a curious artefact. Her discovery sparked her interest and it is thanks to her research that we know so much about the asylum today.

That artefact was a mustard spoon which she believes was turned up by contractors who were working on the site in 2011. It bore the initials ‘CH’ and, over the following weeks, Liz excavated a treasure trove of objects dating from the asylum.

They included padlocks, toys, buttons, jewellery, keys and cutlery much of it scorched by bombs that fell on the asylum in World War Two. In a 2017 essay for the Camberwell Quarterly, she wrote: “All these finds made me think about the people who had owned or used them.

“They led me to read about the founders of the hospital, the treatments and care, and the daily life

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“Although I wanted to keep the artefacts I decided to hand them over to the Cuming Museum so that others could access them, enjoy them and do their own research.”

In 2013 a fire severely damaged the Cuming Museum but thankfully Liz’s finds survived. She believes they are being stored in a facility on Tower Bridge Road and hopes to get them back on display soon

People gathered to pray at 10am on June, 29, and stuck around all day to enjoy food and a fun fair in the park.

Haija Saidat Oketunde, Chair of the Southwark Muslim Forum, said: “Eid celebrations brought community cohesion together, creating good spirit and peace in harmony. It was another successful event this year for Southwark Eid at Burgess Park. Well done to all the efforts of the ambassadors, volunteers and the management team.”

This year, Muslims celebrated Eid-alAdha from Tuesday, June 27 to Saturday, July 1. The celebrations commemorate the story of the Prophet Ibrahim’s (Abraham in Christianity). He was willing to sacrifice his son for God, only to be given a ram instead.

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The asylum appears to have been a success. Over the following decades, it kept its licence and expanded, becoming the second largest in London by 1878 with 362 patients. It was surpassed only by Grove Hall in Bow, with 443 patients.

John Hayball Paul, who was the medical superintendent from its opening until 1899, realised that growing patient numbers needed more space. So he built several cottages on the grounds where patients could enjoy some independence.

By the turn-of-the-century, Camberwell Lunatic Asylum had enveloped the Georgian houses on Peckham Road’s south side. It is also believed to have been one of the earlier asylums to try novel methods like insulin treatment, shock treatment and occupational therapy.

The asylum closed in 1955. Many of its buildings became council offices and the north side of Peckham Road would become part of the Sceaux

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'My dying Grandmother wants to give me her home - but the council won't let her!'

By Herbie Russell

A cancer-suffering Peckham man says Southwark Council is denying his grandmother’s dying wish to give him her council home.

George Riccardi, 32, of the Southampton Way Estate, says Southwark Council is trying to repossess the home he’s lived in for over a decade.

He claims his grandmother, who is “dying” from Alzheimer’s, gave permission to assign the tenancy to him four years ago - before her mental health rapidly deteriorated.

Southwark Council is expected to claim he missed several appointments to discuss his housing situation - and that the property is not rightfully his.

George, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer last November, said it felt like “the world is against him”.

The Southampton Way Tenants’ and Residents’ Association (TRA) Chair said: “It feels like the world is against me. For one, I’ve got cancer.

“Also, for thirty years my grandmother has lived in this council flat. Since 2012, it’s been my home and now I’m being evicted.

“I have all the relevant documentation which states I am legally entitled to be living in my home," he claimed.

"It was not me who breached the tenure but Southwark themselves.”

George says he moved in with his grandmother in 2012 and, five years later, she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.

From then until 2021, he says he cared for her: “I’ve been through years of watching my grandmother slowly die and fade away.

“It got to a point where I couldn’t cope with watching her disappear - her getting lost for hours and police bringing her back, changing her nappies - I just couldn’t cope.”

The family made the decision to move his grandmother to a care home in March 2021 - but not before she approved a document assigning the tenancy to her grandson, George says.

He says, that in 2019, his grandmother signed a handwritten document stating her wish to sign the tenancy over to him.

According to Southwark’s Tenants’ Handbook, tenants can sometimes assign their tenancies to a relative if they have lived together for a period of time.

By November 2021, George claims to have sent “all the relevant documentation” to Southwark Council.

But in November 2022, he received an email from the council saying he’d missed multiple appointments to discuss his housing situation and that, due to

non-cooperation, they’d see him in court.

Compounding his misery, George was diagnosed with testicular cancer in November 2022 and fears the disease has spread elsewhere in his body.

He said, following a conversation with a doctor: “I turned around to see somebody wearing a green Macmillan uniform - your whole world just falls away.”

George says he never received any of the letters inviting him to appointments with the council. He believes they were sent to his mother's address.

He added that, as TRA vice-chair and later chair, a Southwark Council staff member who was aware of the situation had ample opportunity to alert him to the looming disaster.

He said: “I was liaising with the [council staff member] the entire time - sometimes twice a month - and not at any one point did she ever mention she needed to speak to me privately or anything about a letter she had sent me, let alone the six letters it is alleged that she had sent to me.” “[They] had ample opportunity to also phone me as well email me and did nothing of the sort.”

Southwark Council was approached for comment but said it could not comment on active legal proceedings.

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Southwark residents invited to participate in investigation into overheating homes this summer

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By Isabel Ramirez The new Mayor of Southwark has chosen the charities to receive funding this year, and all three focus on giving opportunities to young people.

Cllr Michael Situ, the newly appointed Mayor of Southwark, has selected St Giles Trust, the Salem Academy and London Community Kitchen as beneficiaries this year.

Each spring, the Mayor hosts a charity ball as a fundraising event for the supported charities.

Cllr Michael Situ said: “The Mayor’s theme for the year is Building for the Future: Empowering Young People, where our focus is on ensuring young people in the borough have the right opportunities, to create the future they deserve.

Tracey Burley, CEO of St Giles Trust, said the support would allow them to carry on their work despite the cost-ofliving crisis.

“We are delighted to be one of the Mayor’s chosen charities and thrilled to work together to develop our services in the borough and support

more people to turn their lives around.

"St Giles Trust was first formed in Southwark in 1962 as The Camberwell Samaritans and over the decades we have helped local people who often have nowhere else to turn to. With the Mayor’s support, we look forward to bringing the Southwark community together over the coming year so we can help create and inspire positive changes, with the aim of leaving no one behind, as we tackle the continuing challenges of the costof-living crisis.”

Southwark residents are being invited to participate in an investigation into how overheating affects people living in different types of housing.

The Bureau of Investigative Journalism (TBIJ) will place heat monitors in people’s homes to monitor temperature, humidity and pollution levels over the summer months.

The investigation is focussing on Southwark and people can use this postcode finder to see if they’re eligible to take part.

According to the Climate Change Committee, the UK Government has done little to address the fact that

unsuitable housing can make people's experience of the heat worse.

Southwark was the UK’s second hottest area in 2021 and experts fear rising global temperatures will turn up the heat on residents this summer.

There are also worries that permitted developments - often former offices and warehouses converted into flats lack the features needed to stay cool.

According to the leading human rights watchdog Human Rights Watch, extreme heat disproportionately impacts the young, old and people with disabilities.

Those interested in taking part in TBIJ's investigation should visit this www. thebureauinvestigates.com/blog/202306-09/hot-homes.

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Southwark to go from three to five MPs under new shake-up

Dulwich and West Norwood

Peckham

Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

The new boundaries mean Camberwell is spread over three constituencies

A new constituency for Southwark with Vauxhall taking on Camberwell

---- The blue line shows the current boundaries of the consituenties ---- The green line shows the new boundaries of the consituenties

Staying largely the same but now excludes East Dulwich

Lewisham West and East Dulwich

Bermondsey and Old Southwark

New constituency for with Lewisham taking on East Dulwich

Keeping it's old name but losing Walworth, Newington, a part of Peckham and the Old Kent Road

By Herbie Russell Southwark is set to go from three to five MPs at the next general election thanks to an electoral boundary shake-up.

The Boundary Commission, which is responsible for ensuring parliamentary constituencies are fairly sized, has recommended sweeping changes for the south east London borough.

Under its plans, Camberwell will be joined on to Vauxhall, Peckham becomes its own stand-alone constituency and Bermondsey and Old Southwark will lose North Walworth.

Why are there changes?

One of the demands made by the Chartists in 1838 was that parliamentary constituencies should contain roughly equal numbers of people.

The Boundary Commission is responsible for ensuring this remains the case - and that constituencies represent real areas with real identities rather than arbitrary portions of land.

The review is urgently needed.

Boundaries were last drawn up in 2000 meaning the 2019 election was contested on boundaries almost two-decades-old.

The boundary reforms will take effect at the next general election. Experts have said that the changes are likely to benefit the Conservative party by between five and ten parliamentary seats.

Conservatives will argue they are not being unfairly advantaged, but that they were unfairly disadvantaged at the last election.

Bermondsey & Old Southwark

Despite calls for ‘Rotherhithe’ to be added to the name of Southwark’s northern constituency, Bermondsey and Old Southwark has kept its previous name.

But there are significant changes -

the constituency will lose the North Walworth, Newington, Old Kent Road and Faraday wards.

Local MP Neil Coyle said: “The boundary review carved up Walworth and ignores requests for a better name reflecting the communities in the new constituency.”

He added that the commission had been “under pressure to deliver the changes the Tories thought would help them at the next election”.

Former local Lib Dem MP Sir Simon Hughes said the loss of Newington, which he described as a ‘strong Labour ward’ made the overall constituency “winnable again” for the Lib Dems. However, the ward did have an uninterrupted stint of Lib Dem leadership from 1998 to 2006.

Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

This new constituency will straddle the boroughs of Lambeth and Southwark and see Camberwell Green attached.

Vauxhall used to cover part of Clapham Common and Clapham High Street but now largely loses the area to the new Clapham and Brixton Hill constituency.

Many people say Vauxhall and Camberwell have little in common.

One Twitter user wrote: “Vauxhall and Camberwell Green seems a strange grouping, surely it made far more sense to keep Camberwell Green with Peckham?”

Peckham

Camberwell and Peckham has lost Camberwell and will now be called Peckham.

It does however extend further northwards, reaching all the way to the Elephant and Castle roundabout.

Among its new wards are North Walworth, Faraday and Old Kent Road.

It loses its namesake Peckham Rye Park - which joins Lewisham West and East Dulwich. Camberwell will now be split between three different constituencies Vauxhall and Camberwell Green, Peckham and Dulwich and West Norwood.

Camberwell & Peckham Constituency Labour Party secretary Andy Higson said it was “a real disappointment to see Camberwell split between three different parliamentary constituencies”.

Jordana Leighton, former Camberwell Business Marketeer, previously warned: “Camberwell is not going to get a wellrounded strategy because we’ll have to answer to three MPs who might not have that much of an affinity with the area.”

Miatta Fahnbulleh, Labour's parliamentary candidate taking over from Harriet Harman, said there were "strong ties" between Camberwell and Peckham and she would be "sorry not to have the chance to respresent parts of this community".

Dulwich and West Norwood

Dulwich and West Norwood was almost fragmented and split between four different constituencies.

West Norwood, for example, would have been split between a Streatham and Norwood constituency.

But there was a strong outcry and, as a result, Dulwich and West Norwood largely maintains its integrity - bar the loss of East Dulwich to Lewisham West and East Dulwich.

A spokesperson for the Dulwich Society

said: “We made written submissions and presented in person to the commission, focusing on maintaining the unity of Dulwich and our close links with northerly neighbourhoods such as Herne Hill.

“The final proposal, published recently, largely maintains the unity of Dulwich and is consistent with our counter-proposals except that East Dulwich will form part of Lewisham West and East Dulwich.”

Lewisham West and East Dulwich

Lewisham West and East Dulwich covers four existing constituencies Camberwell and Peckham, Dulwich and West Norwood, Lewisham West and Penge plus Lewisham Deptford.

Most of the new constituency lies outside Southwark - apart from East Dulwich.

Green Party London Assembly candidate Clare Sheppard described the changes as “madness”: “Lewisham West and East Dulwich constituency. Madness, it's literally part of Peckham, we sent in some notes saying it's clearly part of Peckham but were ignored.”

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By Isabel Ramirez The Dean of Southwark has just retired, after 24 years of carrying the community through the toughest of times, including the terror attack and the pandemic.

The Very Revd. Andrew Nunn hung up his hat on Saturday, July 1, following a long and memorable service as Dean of Southwark Cathedral. A dean in the Church of England is the most senior priest at a cathedral and serves directly under the bishop.

Andrew grew up in Leicester and said the role had always been his calling.

"I always went to church," he explained, "and even from being a little boy I thought this was what God wanted me to be."

When he grew up he moved to Leeds to become a vicar and then in 1995, Andrew said he was asked to come to Southwark. "I was initially asked to come down to be chaplain to the bishop of Southwark, which I did for a few years. I was basically there to support and assist him," he said.

On the move to the big city, he said: "London often feels like a different country. Some of the challenges are quite different - everything feels like it's under a magnifying glass. So coming here I had to really step up."

It was in 1999 that the Bishop of Southwark decided to make him dean.

Over the last 24 years, he has seen Southwark through a number of lifechanging events which would have tested the most patient of souls. In June 2017, when news of the London Bridge Terror Attack broke, Andrew said his role required him to remain calm but admitted it was 'terrifying.'

"As soon as I got word of it, I headed to the cathedral, and obviously couldn't get there through the crowds and the emergency services. To be in the centre of it all - it was terrifying," he recalled.

"But as someone who many come to for comfort and advice - you can't be so terrified.

"I was grateful to be able to help."

"Rather than driving a wedge between us, as terrorism is often intended to do, it enhanced our relationship with the local Muslim community - and it brought this Bankside community together in a very strong way."

Another earth-shaking period was the pandemic - "before then, the cathedral had never been closed since it was built in 1400," Andrew said.

He added that although it brought more loss and uncertainty, his faith

Dean of Southwark has retired after 24 years

The Very Revd. Andrew Nunn has retired after 24 years as Dean of Southwark allowed him to support the community through the darkness. "It also allowed us to expand the cathedral, by moving online we now have a global reach which continues today."

As others did before him, during his time as the Dean he lived at No.51 Bankside - the red brick building next to Shakespeare's Globe, instantly recognisable by its yellow door. It was named 'Provost's Lodging' in the 20th century, from the time the cathedral was headed by a provost rather than a dean.

The house overlooks the whole of London - and is unsurprisingly what Andrew said he would miss the most.

"Every morning, I would open my

bedroom curtains, look at the river, St Paul's and the whole of London - and I would just think, 'What a blessing.' "I will also miss Hodge, the cathedral cat."

His retirement will see him move back to Leeds, but he insists he will not turn his back on Southwark.

"I will always remember the people I have met here. The people of Bermondsey are special."

His advice to his successor, who will be chosen imminently, is for them to: "Enjoy being in London, enjoy the vibrant community on the south bank and realise the diversity here is of great strength."

Described as a 'beacon of love in the toughest of times,' Andrew clearly

leaves a legacy that will live on in Southwark.

On leaving his post, he will be the recipient of the first 'Community Hero Award' for his personal contribution to the borough.

The award was created by Bermondsey and Old Southwark MP, Neil Coyle, to recognise those who 'bust a gut above and beyond the jobs they hold.'

"There are a lot of people who deserve recognition," he explained, "And I think people want to show those who work hard that they are appreciated - but they don’t always have the means to do so."

He added that he deliberately launched it now to ensure Andrew gets

the first one.

"Love and strength are the two words that best describe Andrew. He has brought his love to our community and he leaves us stronger through his time here. Andrew has been a beacon of love in the toughest of times.

"He was integral to rebuilding after the horror and made the cathedral the beating heart of the local community.

He leaves the cathedral and its congregation stronger than he found it, the immediate community stronger through his service, and the wider faith and local community stronger too. We will all miss him but are grateful for his love and for leaving our area stronger than he found it."

staff's best efforts, at 9.30am on Monday, June 26.

He had suffered multiple stab wounds.

Detective Chief Inspector Laurence Smith, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command said: "Rohan's family and friends have been left devastated by his death.

“I know there are people in the community who have information about the circumstances in which he suffered the fatal stab wounds.

"If they have not already done so, I would urge them to contact police. I also continue to appeal to anyone who was in the area of Nunhead Green at around 21:20hrs on Sunday, 25 June who saw any of this incident to get in touch. You may have information that could prove vital to

this investigation.”

In the days following his death, the Nunhead Salvation Army opened its doors for several days - with mourners pouring in to pay their respects.

Local community figure Val Fenn said: "People from all over the community even those who didn’t know him - came to light a candle out of respect."

Police enquiries remain ongoing and nobody has been arrested at this stage.

Rohan’s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

Any witnesses are asked to call 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting CAD 7706/25Jun. To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111

Police name victim of fatal Nunhead stabbing in renewed witnesses appeal

Rohan Trotman, 26, was attacked on Nunhead Green

By Herbie Russell

Police have named the victim of a fatal stabbing in Nunhead as 26-year-old Rohan Trotman - as detectives continue their appeal for witnesses.

The incident took place at Nunhead Green, at the junction with Gordon Road, at around 9.20pm on Sunday, June 25.

A member of the public rushed Rohan to hospital but he tragically died, despite

16 NEWS Local students plant wildflowers at Denmark Hill station for National Meadows Da

Southwark Pensioners Centre celebrates the King's coronation

Pensioners to get a new home in a former William Hill bookies

By Herbie Russell

duLwich coLLege students pLant wiLdfLowers and pick up Litter at station

By Isabel Ramirez a grouP of dulwich College students joined locals at denmark Hill station to plant flowers, pick up litter and install a bug hotel to improve biodiversity in the area.

To mark National Meadows Day (July 1), a group of seventeen Year 12 students from Dulwich College joined locals at Denmark Hill Train Station to plant wildflowers.

They teamed up with the station operator, Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), to plant wildflowers, compost with coffee grounds from a local cafe, install a new bug hotel, and pick up litter.

Fiona Angel, Senior Deputy at Dulwich College said: “The students

and teachers alike are delighted to be involved in the wildflower planting day and help to improve the biodiversity in the Denmark Hill community. It’s a great chance for them to put knowledge into action and learn first-hand how we can work together to look after the planet.”

The wildflower planting day at Denmark Hill is just one of the ways Govia Thameslink Railway is working to improve biodiversity across all its stations in the UK. Jason Brooker, Head of Environment at Govia Thameslink Railway, said: “Hosting community days like this highlights the little things we can all do to help the planet. Planting wildflowers is a great way to boost biodiversity at our stations and provides an opportunity for the local community to get involved.

It’s fantastic to be installing even more bug hotels across the network as these support insects such as bees, butterflies and caterpillars, which are vital for the ecosystem.”

The railway operator’s Station Improvement Programme has seen them complete more than 100 landscaping and rewilding projects in recent years, including introducing bee and bug hotels to outdoor spaces to installing bird and bat boxes, and planting areas of wildflowers.

GTR is working with London Wildlife Trust Consultancy to carry out ecological surveys at a number of sites this year where they will be monitoring, improving, and enhancing biodiversity and encouraging customers and local community groups to do the same.

ELdErLY PEoPLE at southwark Pensioners Centre (sPC) will move into an ‘enhanced site’ thanks to a £1 million southwark Council investment.

The facility on Camberwell Road, which serves 1,500 disadvantaged elderly people from across the borough, will relocate to a former William Hill betting shop down the road.

The centre, which has been on the current site since 1991, was “struggling for space”, and can now look forward to a more spacious home.

Director Cathy Deplessis said: “We’re a little Tardis over here but all our rooms are fully booked out and we’re struggling for space.

“I’ve been here almost seven years and the number one thing trustees have asked me to do is look for a new space.”

She added that its proximity to the current site would help service users: “We’ve got people who’ve been coming to the centre for 30-odd years so it will be a lot easier for them to find it.”

Although a concrete shell at the moment, the building, once refurbished, is expected

to help SPC expand its services.

Cathy said the new centre could even be somewhere where clients get health checkups: “A lot of older people are struggling to access NHS services or are not aware of all the health-related benefits [on offer] so we’ve been talking to the NHS about providing some clinics.”

Southwark Council’s investment comes from its Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) fund - cash saved by taxing developers building in Southwark.

SPC still needs to raise another £2 million which will likely be through capital grants.

In a cabinet report, Cllr Helen Dennis, Cabinet Member for Homes and Sustainable Development, wrote: “This allocation, alongside the Centre’s own fundraising, will allow the service to expand and develop its service and outreach.

“We need to move quickly to secure the available property to deliver these services and provide certainty for the future of this important facility.”

The refurbishment is expected to take roughly a year.

Southwark Council will approve the release of funds at a meeting on July 10, 2023.

The William Hill the centre will move into

Borrow DIY items 'for a few pounds per day'

By Isabel Ramirez rEsIdENTs CaN now borrow quality household and dIY items 'for a few pounds a day' from Canada Water library.

Southwark Council has just launched a scheme to help local people to save money and reduce waste by renting household, DIY, and gardening items at an affordable rate.

The Library of Things will offer over 30 valuable items - such as Bosch drills and STIHL hedge trimmers - for residents to hire for as little as a few pounds per day.

Residents can reserve items online ready to collect from self-service lockers in Canada Water Library.

But motivations for borrowing are not purely environmental – renting is more costeffective than buying, helps reduce clutter and is a low-barrier way to learn practical skills like repair and DIY.

There is also the option to sign up for a concession membership which offers 25 per cent off rentals.

The council say it is part of their plan to make the borough carbon-neutral.

Councillor James McAsh, Cabinet Member for the Climate Emergency, Clean Air and Streets, said: “As the impact of climate change becomes increasingly apparent, it’s vital that we all adopt sustainable practices to minimise waste and reduce our carbon footprint. Community borrowing helps achieve these goals while fostering a greater sense of community. From power tools to kitchen appliances, each item borrowed is a step towards a more sustainable future.

Emma Shaw, the co-founder of Library of Things, said: “We’ve had lots of interest in Library of Things from Canada Water residents and organisations – so we’re excited that they’ll now be able to borrow quality items like Bosch drills, Kärcher

pressure washers and STIHL hedge trimmers for a few pounds per day.

"This is an important step for the Library of Things, as we expand our work to create a community-led circular economy in neighbourhoods across London.”

Library of Things was founded by Emma Shaw, Rebecca Trevalyan and Sophia Wyatt in 2016. Inspired by similar projects emerging in cities like Berlin and Toronto, this women-led social enterprise launched its first self-service lockers in Crystal Palace in 2018. Library of Things is now open in 15 locations across London.

Over 11,000 people have now hired almost 20,000 things, saving £640,000 from not buying new and saving approximately 110 tonnes of waste from landfill and 228 tonnes of CO2 emissions.

Residents can now reserve items via the website: www.participate. libraryofthings.co.uk/canadawater

NEWS 17

after-school club set up by local mum in 1980s now facing closure after 37 years Exclusive

By Isabel Ramirez A Camberwell-based afterschool club, which was formed 37 years ago for single parents to be able to work, is facing closure.

Camberwell After-School Project (CASP), was founded in 1985 by local mother, Carmen Lindsay and has provided affordable childcare to thousands of children ever since.

Carmen explained it was a way for single parents not to have to choose between working or not, after being faced with that choice herself. "I was a parent in the community and back then in the '80s, I was working for a predominantly male-run firm that didn't have the option for part-time work. So when I had kids I was forced to quit my job. I found that lots of other single parents were facing the same problems."

At the after-school club, there are activities, games, and art and on Wednesdays, they get taken to the park to play. The kids also get dinner and help with their homework.

CASP also have a nursery and a club during the holidays, which offers free places to kids who receive free school meals as part of Southwark Council's Food and Fun programme.

Parents told us it is a 'lifeline'. Shereen Chung-Blake, who has been bringing her son to CASP for a year, said, "It really is the difference between being able to work and not working, and being able to support a family. It's a lifeline.

She said she has worked as a teacher in Camberwell for seventeen years and said the service means so much to the community.

Another mum, Abi who works as a mental health nurse, was visibly shocked when she heard the news. She said: "It's affordable compared to other local clubs. The kids really enjoy it - it's helping me because I'm working longer hours.

"They treat them like their own kids

Parents, staff and children.

here, they feed them as well."

If the place had to close, Miriam, a single mother from Camberwell who has been working at CASP for a year, would lose her job and her childcare all in one. "When I had kids, it was so hard to find a job a allowed me to work around my children. This place is great.

They go to school, then they come here, and then we all go home together.

She added that they have been told to

look for new jobs.

"It's going to be really hard for me. I used to have my own shop but I lost it in the pandemic."

"I would have to go back to the drawing board - no idea what I will do."

Zakiya, who goes to John Ruskin School in Camberwell said she enjoys going to CASP. "My parents are still working so I would have to go somewhere else if it closed," she explained, "but I like coming

here. Especially going to the park on Wednesdays. We have a lot of fun."

They recently had to close their breakfast club due to the lack of funds. But now, Carmen said the cost to run their whole operation is just unachievable.

The council told us CASP had not been in touch to request help and invited them to do so. They said they would assess the situation and see whether it

would be possible to help.

In the meantime, the charity is fundraising to stay open. They are on a mission to raise £50,000 which Carmen said would fund them for a year, adding: "It will allow us to restructure CASP so we can ensure we will be able to continue providing affordable childcare for years to come."

Scan the QR code to donate to the charity.

By Herbie Russell

part of our school improvement success.”

Currently, children across England only get free school meals for the first three years of school.

In 2020, Scotland pledged to extend free school meals to every child in primary education. This year, Wales followed suit.

The open letter, signed by 240 community organisations, 90 MPs, peers, local councils and mayors, said: “Free school meals for every child will put money back in parents’ pockets.

“That’s money they can use to pay for other essentials for their children, from heating and food at home to hobbies and after-school clubs.

“Teachers and support staff see the difference a healthy school dinner makes. When children are hungry, they can’t learn.

“It’s hard for them to concentrate and harder for them to reach their potential.”

Earlier this year, Mayor Sadiq Khan announced that the Greater London Authority (GLA) would fund universal free school meals for primary school pupils across London.

This left Southwark with approximately £3.2 million spare cash which has gone towards feeding more disadvantaged secondary school pupils.

According to the Institute for Fiscal Studies, “there is a fairly strong evidence base suggesting that children who receive free school meals benefit academically”.

However, Vic Goddard, CEO of Passmores Co-operative Learning Community Trust told the Guardian universal free school meals mean “spending money on food for some affluent families”.

“That is not the best use of that money, which should be spent on our most vulnerable children,” he said.

Council boss tells Sunak to give free school meals to all primary school pupils Southwark Council has reaffirmed its call for free school meals to be given to every single child in England.

Cllr Jasmine Ali has called for all primary school pupils to get free school meals

Deputy Leader Cllr Jasmine Ali has signed an open letter addressed to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak warning: “When children are hungry, they can’t learn.”

The council has given free school meals to all primary school pupils since 2013 and recently started giving more needsbased free school meals to secondary school pupils.

Cllr Ali said: “Southwark Council has been providing universal free school meals for all primary school children for longer than a decade.

“In that time our schools have gone from joint bottom to 97 per cent Ofsted rated good or outstanding. Free, healthy school meals has played an important

18 OPINION

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esterday was the 75th anniversary of the creation of the National Health Service, one of Labour’s proudest achievements in government.

The NHS was designed by Labour so that health care would be available to everyone, regardless of their income, free at the point of delivery. It is the gift to everyone in our country of the peace of mind that if they or a member of their family falls ill, they will not have to worry about how they would pay for the treatment needed.

We are celebrating 75 years of this remarkable institution and the dedication and hard work of the staff who sustain it. But it is impossible to do so this year without acknowledging just how much strain our NHS is under after thirteen years of Conservative government. Waiting lists are reaching record highs, staff morale is low, hospitals are lacking in the facilities and equipment they need and there simply aren’t enough of the doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals required to meet the needs of our population.

It didn’t have to be this way. When Labour was last in government from 1997 to 2010 waiting lists dropped hugely and new targets were introduced to tackle waiting

helen hayes

MP for Dulwich & West Norwood

‘75 years of the NHS - we'll make it better’ times for operations and clinical treatment, for waits in Accident and Emergency and for cancer treatment.

The Conservatives and Liberal Democrats in government cut bursaries for training nurses and other health professionals, failed to invest in training the new doctors that we need to work in our hospitals and GP practices and slashed investment in new buildings and equipment.

Last week Labour achieved a huge

gain in opposition when we forced the Conservatives to adopt Labour’s policies on beginning to train more doctors, nurses and other NHS staff.

But their last-minute conversion to Labour’s policies has come thirteen years too late. We need more nurses on our hospital wards, in our GP surgeries and out in our communities now, not many years down the line after they have finished their training. The new doctors

announced in the NHS workforce plan won’t start their training until after the next General Election.

Despite the intense pressures they are currently experiencing, I am grateful to NHS staff in my constituency who continue to do their very best to meet the needs of their patients. This week, I will formally open two NHS buildings in my constituency – the Tessa Jowell Health Centre, named for my

much-loved predecessor who was a fierce champion for our NHS; and the Willowfield Building at King’s College Hospital which will provide new facilities for outpatients. Our NHS is continuing to deliver.

But our NHS needs a Labour government. Labour is the party that created the NHS, the party that transformed it from 19972010, and the only party that can be trusted to invest in its future..

golden flower heads turned to follow the sun across the sky.

Once strawberries have finished fruiting the plants put out ‘runners’ which develop plantlets, these usually root themselves into the ground whilst still attached to the ‘Mother’ plant, once rooted the runner can be cut.

Strawberry plants are productive for several years then need replacing.

Collect plantlets either pot up or move to a different position in the garden and establish a new strawberry patch; or plant in a window box with good quality growing compost for a fruity alternative to flowers. They do not usually produce much fruit in the first season; the plant puts energy into producing roots and foliage.

Other plant stocks can be increased;

Passion Flower (Passiflora) and Wisteria can be easily propagated during July by a method called layering; choose a flexible stem on the outside of the plant, make a small cut at a leaf node (junction where the leaf comes out of the stem) about six to ten inches from the tip of the plant; carefully peg

this down onto the ground – making sure this area of soil is lightly raked over and weed free. Rooting usually occurs within a few months.

Prune summer flowering shrubs – such as Jasmine and Philadelphus (Mock orange); remove dead and faded flowers and thin out any weak or damaged shoots. Deadhead roses

to ensure continued flowering.

Houseplants will benefit from a holiday in the garden - or on the balcony from July to September (or October depending on conditions).

It is important to keep them out of direct sun, water frequently in hot weather – and mist the leaves with clean tepid water several times a week.

Summer fruits and flowers E ven when warmer weather arrived in mid-June the wind direction remained north (and also easterly) which is unusual for the summer.

There was little rain fall during June - but drying breezes and sunshine, creating drought conditions.

July often has high temperatures (July 2022 was exceptionally hot) but it can be unsettled, humid and stormy.

In the garden it is the month of summer fruits – strawberries, raspberries and blueberries; and all kinds of flowering ornamental shrubs including the showy Hydrangeas, fragrant Lavenders, perfumed Daphne and exotic Hibiscus (pictured).

The annual Sunflowers often start blooming during July - their

OPINION 19

John Berylson’s legacy will live on

J

ohn Berylson was widely regarded as one of the best owners of a football club in England.

Millwall chief executive Steve Kavanagh had no doubt that he was the best.

Berylson first became involved with the club in 2006 and since then the Lions have won promotion to the Championship twice and reached the semi-finals of the FA Cup. They are now an established Championship club.

It wasn’t all plain sailing. There were relegations back to League One. But Berylson made plenty of good decisions that helped stabilise the club after periods of turmoil when their identity seemed lost.

Berylson’s first managerial appointment was Kenny Jackett in 2007. Millwall lost the League One play-off final in 2009 but won it the following year at Wembley. Jackett left in 2013 and a tricky couple of years followed as the Lions were relegated in 2015.

Then came arguably the best decision of Berylson’s stewardship with the appointment of Millwall’s all-time top-scorer Neil Harris. Harris spoke about “identity” and set about restoring the connection between the fans and the team.

It was a difficult start to the 2015-16 season but one of Berylson’s best virtues was his patience.

After another defeat early in that campaign, Berylson calmly said to Harris, ‘It takes time’.

Harris guided Millwall to promotion in 2017 and the foundations he laid are still there today under Gary Rowett, whom Harris recommended to Berylson.

Berylson somehow seemed to have the time to speak to everyone. Going through all the many, many tributes on social media, the number of people who met him and spent time talking to him - and he would remember their names if he met them again - was vast. This paper spoke to him a number of times and he never made you feel he was in a rush, had something else to do. However long the conversation took to cover whatever were the main issues at the time, that’s how long it took.

Lions supporters are devastated. There have been endless tributes across social media. There have also been tributes from ex-players and many of them, such as Jed Wallace’s, have included how Berylson helped them and their families.

Fans flocked to The Den from Wednesday morning to leave flags, shirts and other memorabilia at the ground.

There is widespread shock and the grief will take a long time to pass. Berylson’s legacy will live on and that is some small consolation.

But he will be greatly missed.

RIP, John.

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Clues Down 2 Catch her being behind (6) 3 It's best to work it up, Mother (7) 4 Strangely animated about a letter - simply pickled, in fact (9) 5 Shakesperian character on the fiddle (5) 6 Very thick-skinned, she goes fifty-fifty with the Editor (7) 7 Please speak about misfits (7) 11 Disconcert me coming back to hinder a right fool (9) 12 Character can squeeze round it (7) 13 Account for being no longer obvious (7) 15 Irritate the out-of-work bishop with this nonsense (7) 16 It's pardonable when mercenary takes one in (6) 18 Proverbially they must when Satan is at the wheel (5)

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Stewart Lee mopes onto the stage, empty except for a stool, a mic stand and a harsh spotlight.

He does not look like a man who wants to be making a Royal Festival Hall audience laugh, writes Michael Holland...

Photo by Michael Wharley

In fact, he looks just the opposite and tells us as much as soon as he opens his mouth. He glares at late arrivals with contempt and berates them personally, then every one of us for being middleclass tossers who have to go for dinner before attending a show. Already we are in stitches.

This is the persona Lee has created for himself, like a Jack Dee without the panel shows, the worst man you could be stuck at a bus stop with when the next bus is an hour away. Stewart Lee, who grew up in the Midlands and purports to despise Londoners in his act - as any self-respecting Northerner should.

And all the while there is a constant thrum of laughter because this is an act and we know it. It is what we have all come to see, and would all be disappointed and feel cheated if Lee did not patronise us for being Londoners, being late, and even just for being there as respite from the humdrum ennui of our daily lives.

He smoothly transitions from condescending to PC to unPC (in a 20th-century skit) to topical to selfdeprecating. The trick is not to believe any aspect of him that he hands out

Photo by steve ullathorne

what’s on Basic Lee On Tour

because it is all a trap, but be sure to concentrate on every clever word he utters because the payoff will eventually come around.

Lee makes jokes about the few empty seats, establishing from those next to the vacancies that the ticket had been paid for but the person ‘decided not to come’.

He questioned if we were clever enough for the level of his humour while

he sneered away at us, and we could not get enough of him.

He provokes and tries to offend, he tempts and teases us with the taboo; will he take us there or not? I wasn’t sure if it was Lee teetering on the edge of the gangplank he had stepped out on, or we the audience, inched out to the end at the tip of his sword of words. ‘I’m not going there,’ he cries for the umpteenth time, and we have convulsed once again,

almost chortling him on to go there. ‘I’m not going there! I’m not going there!’ He stresses.

But it is not just latecomers, Londoners and the audience who feel the sharpness of his wit. Politicians, fellow comedians and writers also fall under his contemptuous gaze until, all too quickly, the show ends and he shuffles off, seemingly to shout at traffic or the volunteer staff.

Stewart Lee and his Basic Lee show is not for everyone, as the few people who left before the interval will testify, but if you want my advice, go there to see if he goes there…

Then: back in 2013 two members of the Spamalot cast looking to fill their backstage time took a creative route out of boredom and wrote the beginnings of Then, Now & Next, writes Katie Kelly...

to listen to but rather forgettable. There is a tension between comedy and depth throughout in which laughs win.

A couple of scenes are notably poignant: a conversation between Alex and her therapist and another in a graveyard with a widower, which is more successful at helping her to move on and look forward.

The final scenes did portray bereavement in a way that clearly resonated with some members of the audience.

However, what started with subtlety was left behind in an over-long final song which would only have been more melodramatic if the cast had held hands in front of a barricade.

Credit to Tori Allen-Martin and Justin Brett for bringing a whole cast of varied characters to life as ‘Man’ and ‘Woman’. It was Tori’s party girl Tara who really stole the show. Justin managed a real range from comic to subtly serious which can’t quite be said of the musical itself.

Then, Now & Next is a diverting night out and with a little more development might really hit the mark and have a ‘next’.

Royal Festival Hall, South Bank, SE1 until July 2nd.

Greenwich Comedy Festival in September Full tour details: www.stewartlee.co.uk/ live-dates/

Then, now and what next Anyway, life got busy again and it wasn’t until the next enforced downtime of Covid that the project was revisited and finished.

Now the dream has become reality at the Southwark Playhouse starring Alice Fearn as Alex Shaw, a nearly 40-yearold muddling through life with her dependable partner Peter yet yearning for a lost love.

The USP of this musical is its ordinariness. Alice is a recognisable woman, juggling work, parenting and the ever-present domestic load in a flat which would be recognisable to anyone who has passed through the showrooms of IKEA. A ‘kitchen sink’ musical if you will. Her present partner is a poster boy for the idea that ‘kind is the new sexy’ but he can’t quite measure up to the excitement of a former relationship full of drama, adventure and high jinx in train toilets.

A relationship which ended prematurely.

The action switches back and forth between then and now in a deft way which adds energy to proceedings but also hampers the characters from really engaging the emotions. The music is easy

Southwark Playhouse, Borough, 77-85 Newington Causeway, London, SE1 6BD until 29 July 2023 Booking: www.southwarkplayhouse.co.uk Ticket prices: previews £16, full price £32.50, concessions £26

HISTORY ARTS 21

Photo by Henry Roberts

Arts Masks Gather at Tension Fine Art

Jenny Timmer’s exhibition Crossings : Divides opens at Tension Fine Art in July.

Vincent River makes dark turns Unnerving and emotional, it answers all your questions, but you’ll be sorry you asked, writes Isabel Ramirez...

Written by Philip Ridley, Vincent River is a dark tale that delves into death, homophobia and two characters struggling with their inner demons.

Anita (Kerrie Taylor) just suffered a great loss - her son, Vincent, died after he was attacked in the toilet of an abandoned East End station known locally as a spot for sexual encounters.

It wasn’t until his death, that Anita found out through neighbourhood whispers that Vincent had been living with a secret.

Fuelled by homophobia, the nature of the attack appeared to cause her more pain than the loss itself – so much so, that she moves house to drown out the noise of judgement.

She meets, or rather catches, Davey (Brandon Kimaryo) – a boy around her son’s age – whom she has noticed following her…

The play had a cold and abrupt start but it did warm up. The characters clearly had instant chemistry despite never having met, possibly because of their shared common love and their need to keep Vincent alive in their minds.

Ridley takes a few dark turns, none totally shocking but sinister enough to keep you interested. There are some light moments, mostly from Kerrie – whose comedic timing, although inconsistent, is perfect when it lands.

As an audience member, you are watching the life of Vincent play out in a series of core memories – leading up to his tragic end. The story

relies heavily on the strength of their monologues and graphic descriptions as we don’t see much. But it does work, nonetheless.

On the way out of the theatre, one man summed it up well – saying he didn’t even manage to drink his pint because of how engrossed he was in the performance.

It runs for an hour and a half straight without pause but for good reason – that would be like having an interval during an action film: a total waste of adrenaline.

Greenwich Theatre, Crooms Hill, Greenwich, London, SE10 8ES until 15th July. Times: Tues - Sat 7.30pm; Sat matinee 2.30pm. Admission: Band A: £27, Concession £23, Band B £20 Booking: greenwichtheatre.org.uk or 020 8858 7755.

Her work stems from experiences as a child on remote African farms and more recently through her reading and travel. The darkness, the trophies of a hunting culture, the ‘otherness’ of the local people and their customs, and the tensions that existed in the early 1950s Africa which infiltrated her imagination, are all fundamental to her art. An anthropological eye is present in her ethnographical stories. In her interests in and reading of archaeology, and anthropology she has understood that the ancient and universal mind of homo sapiens distils experience, observations and emotions into art and culture.

Timmer’s work unearths locality and personality: these amass in a cultural study and sense of experience and conjecture at the pre-scientific mind in its attempt to make sense of experiences and the world. Her works embody the energies of the relationships between man and their environments manifesting in the language of magic, superstition, belief and ceremony which influence her choice of materials and furnish the language for her work. Often there are reverberations echoing from social and political concerns. She sets her work in series, taxonomies and collections

often resembling the anthropologist’s concerns and the presentation often alludes to a collector’s chaos.

In these series of ceramic, clay and concrete masks, made over a period of time, her influences are varied, including the human need to bend identity to new situations – displacement, social status, physical changes, loss, and so on: other influences are those from folk traditions and tribal ceremonies which carry elemental emotions and intuitions.

The masks gather here like an alchemical conference of elemental beings emerging into a material world.

By using the form of masks, Timmer insinuates to tribal cultures and, in casting, to death masks. Seeing death masks of Napoleon and William Blake for sale in the National Portrait Gallery in the 1980s was seminal in the idea of using a cast of her own face. Casting has a semblance of ‘being/not being’ and ‘present/absent’ which is also reflected in the title of the show.

Tension Fine Art, 135 Maple Road, Penge, London, SE20 8LP from 7th 15th July.

Times: Thursday to Saturday 11am 5pm or by prior appointment.

Website: https://www.tensionfineart. co.uk/

Wind and Rain forecast for Finborough Theatre

One of the biggest international hits of the 1930s, ‘The Wind and the Rain’ by Merton Hodge starred Celia Johnson when it opened in the West End in 1933, running for over 1,000 performances at three different theatres – the St. Martin’s, the Queen’s and the Savoy.

It also played for six months on Broadway, toured internationally, was translated into nine languages, was televised multiple times, and remained a staple of British repertory theatre for decades.

Inspired by playwright Merton Hodge’s own experiences of training at Edinburgh Medical School, and arguably by his own love life as a bisexual man in the 1930s - he lived with actor Geoffrey Wardwell in Ebury Street, close to Noël Coward and mingled in bohemian and theatrical

circles, partying with Coward, Ivor Novello and Tallulah Bankhead - ‘The Wind and the Rain’ is a gentle but universal coming-of-age of student life and growing up Now it will get its first professional London production in over 80 years at the Finborough Theatre.

Edinburgh, 1933. Charles Tritton, an 18-year-old medical student about to begin his studies, arrives at Mrs McFie’s boarding house.

Before him lie five years of swotting for exams and sweating over dissections, alongside his fellow residents – eternal student Gilbert Raymond who would rather be drinking and chasing girls than passing his exams; the studious sportsman and frightful bore, John Williams; and the sage older postgraduate student, Frenchman Dr Paul Duhamel.

Charles begins his course counting down the days until he can return to the life he’s left behind in London, and Jill, the girl whom he has promised to marry. Until sculptor, Anne Hargreaves walks into his study…

Charles is suddenly torn between the life that has been mapped out for him and the unexpected possibility of another path…

Cast: Lynton Appleton, Harvey Cole, David Furlong, Mark Lawrence, Jenny Lee, Joe Pitts, Naomi Preston-Low, Helen Reuben.

Finborough Theatre, 118 Finborough Road, LONDON, SW10 9ED from Tuesday 11 July - Saturday 5 August.

Times: Tue – Sat Evening 19.30; Sat & Sun Matinees 15.00. Admission: Box office: £18 - £23 https://finboroughtheatre.co.uk/ production/the-wind-and-the-rain/

• Learning Disabilities Service • Youth Adventure Project • Starfish, Domestic Abuse Project

Southwark Pensioners’ Centre Supporting older people in Southwark for over 35 years.

Offering advice, support, activities, rooms for hire and a voice for older people.

Contact us on 020 7708 4556 or info@southwarkpensioners.org.uk Or pop into 305 -307 Camberwell rd, Camberwell Green, SE5 0HQ

Elim House Day Centre

YOU MATTER TO US programme started Tuesday 9th May. 100 Day programme combating loneliness within our elders

ScotsCare is here to help and support Scots and their families in Greater London Our services include: Financial Support | Advocacy | Counselling | Sheltered Housing | Homelessness | Job Coaching | Social Events | Volunteering To find out more, visit

www.scotscare.com or call

0800 652 2989 We are accepting walk-ins

Contact us on 020 7358 9502 or elimhouseoutreachworker@gmail.com Or pop into 86-88 Bellenden Road, Peckham, SE15 4RQ Website: elimhousedaycentre.com

www.bedehouse.org Tel: 0207 237 3881

to speak with a case worker to see how we can assist you.

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A local charity supporting our neighbours in Southwark since 1938 Registered charity number: 303199 Registered company number: 420386

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We are seeking to appoint a part time Receptionist to support a busy administrative team and to act as the first point of contact for students, parents and visitors. The receptionist will be an enthusiastic ambassador for Compass School Southwark, participating fully in the life of the school community.

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Administration Manager ASAP Grade 3 - £24,954 - £26,625 (FTE) pro rata Permanent 25 hours per week: Monday to Thursday (12:30 – 17:30) Friday (12:00 – 17:00 Term time (plus two weeks) 13th July 2022

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Part-time Lunchtime Supervisors/Exam Invigilator Responsible to: Start date: Salary: Days and Hours: Deadline:

Senior Leadership Team ASAP Salary range £24.771 - £24,954 (FTE) £12.70 per hour 1 hour per day, five days per week, 13:00 - 14:00 Term time only 21st July 2023.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and committed individual with excellent communication skills to join our team working in a friendly, lively environment to ensure the security, safety and good conduct of our students at lunchtimes and where appropriate, during examinations*.

The successful candidates will be responsible for supervising students in an area of the school during the lunch break and will need to have a confident and positive approach when working with our young people. *There may be exam invigilation opportunities available for the right candidate during examination periods.

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.

Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview and to experience lunchtimes first hand.

For further information about the school and the Trust, please go to www.compass-schools.com.

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.

Please visit https://compass-schools.com/recruitment/vacancies/ to download the information pack and application form to apply.

If you have any questions, contact us at recruitment@compass-schools.com or 0203 542 6506.

Compass Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding children and all appointments will require an enhanced DBS check.

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For further information about the school and the Trust, please go to www.compass-schools.com.

Please visit https://compass-schools.com/recruitment/vacancies/ to download the information pack and application form to apply.

If you have any questions, contact us at recruitment@compass-schools.com or 0203 542 6506.

Compass Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding children and all appointments will require an enhanced DBS check.

5 July - 29 October 2023 Free Exhibition South London Gallery Abdulrazaq Awofeso, Seyi Adelekun, Chiizii, Ndidi Dike, Victor Ehikhamenor, Onyeka Igwe, Lagos Studio Archives, Adeyemi Michael, Christopher Obuh, Emeka Ogboh, Temitayo Ogunbiyi, Temitayo Shonibare, Yinka Shonibare.

Exhibition co-curated by Folakunle Oshun and the SLG

24 PUBLIC NOTICES LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK

LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 SECTION 14(1) (MELIOR STREET, WESTON STREET, MELIOR PLACE

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 SECTION 14(1) (STONEY STREET)

(TEMPORARY WAITING AND LOADING RESTRICTIONS AND TEMPORARY PROHIBITION)

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC)

1.

The Council of the London Borough of Southwark hereby gives notice that, because of development works, it made, an order, the effect of which would be to introduce various waiting and loading restrictions/road closure in part of the above named roads.

1.

2.

Whilst the restriction is in place, and whilst the authorised traffic signs/road markings are displayed, no person shall cause any vehicle to wait, including waiting for the purpose of loading and unloading at any time in:

The Council of the London Borough of Southwark hereby gives notice that to enable various works to be carried out, it made, an order, the effect of which will be to prohibit vehicular traffic from entering part of the above named roads.

2.

Whilst the works are in progress, or whilst the authorised traffic signs/road markings are displayed, no person shall cause any vehicle to enter, proceed, stop, wait, load or unload at any time in:

(h) Melior Street - the existing ‘waiting restrictions’ (single yellow lines) will be converted to ‘at any time’ ‘waiting and loading’ restrictions (double yellow lines) located on the south west side from the junction with Fenning Street for a distance of 20m west (i) Melior Street – the existing ‘waiting restrictions’ (single yellow lines) will be converted to a12m loading/unloading bay located on the south west side near No’s 14 loading will be 40 minutes, with no return within 2 hours

(a) Stoney Street, opposite the junction with Winchester Walk to opposite No’s 15 Stoney Street 3.

The alternative route for affected traffic will be (2a) as indicated by the signs displayed

4.

(j) Weston Street – the existing ‘waiting restrictions’ (single yellow lines) will be converted to ‘at any time’ ‘waiting and loading’ restrictions (double yellow lines) located on the south west side outside No’s 50 for a distance of 8m

Exemptions will be provided in the Order to permit reasonable access to premises, so far as it is practical without interference with the execution of the said works.

5.

(k) Melior Street - the existing ‘waiting restrictions’ (single yellow lines) will be converted to ‘at any time’ ‘waiting and loading’ restrictions (double yellow lines) located on the south west side outside No’s 14 to the junction with Weston Street.

The restrictions will not apply to any vehicle being used in connection with the said works, or for fire brigade, ambulance or police purposes or anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform.

6.

The works will be in operation for (2a) 16th July – 17th July

7.

Further information may be obtained by contacting Road Network Management at ttmo@southwark.gov.uk

(l) Weston Street – ‘disabled parking space’ 6m will be allocated from the end of the existing ‘paid by phone’ parking spaces located on the south east side between No’s 52/54 (m) Melior Place, ‘disabled parking space’ 6m will be allocated from the end of the existing ‘paid by phone’ parking spaces located on the north west side between No’s 1 and No’s 2 to 4 (n) Melior Street will be closed at it’s junction with Weston Street 3.

Exemptions will be provided in the Order to permit reasonable access to premises, insofar as it is practical without interference with the execution of the said works.

4.

The restrictions will not apply to any vehicle being used in connection with the said works, or for fire brigade, ambulance or police purposes or anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform.

5.

The restriction will come into force on the 13th July – 12th August 2024

6.

Further information may be obtained by contacting Road Network & Parking Management at ttmo@southwark.gov.uk

Dated this 6th July 2023 Ian Law Traffic Manager London Borough of Southwark Network Management Environment, Neighbourhoods and Growth 160 Tooley Street PO Box 64529 London SE1 5LX Ref: (2a) LO00000500327362404 LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 SECTION 14(1) (ASHBOURNE GROVE, LORDSHIP LANE, BLAKES ROAD, EMBA STREET, VARCOE ROAD, NIGEL ROAD, PARK STREET, TRANTON ROAD, UPLAND ROAD, WESTON STREET, FOREST HILL ROAD)

Dated this 6th July 2023

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC)

Ian Law Traffic Manager London Borough of Southwark Network Management Traded Services Environment and Leisure 160 Tooley Street PO Box 64529 London SE1 5LX

1.

The Council of the London Borough of Southwark hereby gives notice that to enable various works to be carried out, it intends, to make, an order, the effect of which will be to prohibit v ehicular traffic from entering part of the above named roads.

2.

Whilst the works are in progress, or whilst the authorised traffic signs/road markings are displayed, no person shall cause any vehicle to enter, proceed, stop, wait, load or unload at any time in: (a) Ashbourne Grove, at it’s junction with Lordship Lane (b) Lordship Lane, bus lane suspension in the north bound lane of carriageway between Chesterfield Grove and Ashbourne Grove (c) Blakes Road, between Innes Street and Ferdinand Drive (d) Emba Street, between Wilson Grove to it’s blocked end (e) Varcoe Road, between Verney Road to the side of No’s 45 Batwa House (f) Nigel Road, between Relf Road and Rye Lane (g) Park Street, between No’s 59 and Bank End (h) Tranton Road, between Keetons Road and Drummond Road (i) Upland Road, between No’s 283 and No’s 313 (j) Weston Street, between St Thomas Street and Melior Street (k) Weston Street, between St Thomas Street and Melior Street (l) Forest Hill Road, between Canonbie Road for approximately 25m (m) Lordship Lane, between Townley Road and Heber Road ‘at any time’ waiting and loading restrictions will be imposed on both sides of the carriageway

MARRIAGE/CIVIL PARTNERSHIPS APPROVAL NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENT FOR NEW APPLICATION/RENEWAL* TO LICENCES Notice is given Dean Rigby and Hayden Bowman have applied to the London Borough of Southwark for renewal of approval of premises for marriage/civil partnership ceremonies at DoubleTree by Hilton London Docklands Riverside Hotel, 265a Rotherhithe Street, London SE16 5HW A register of all applications made within the Southwark area is maintained by: The Licensing Service, Hub 1, 3rd Floor, 160 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2QH A record of this application may be inspected by visiting the office during normal office hours by appointment on 020 7525 2000; details are also available on our website at http://app.southwark.gov.uk/licensing/licenseregister.asp It is open to any interested party to make representations about the likely effect of the application on the promotion of the licensing objectives. Representations must be made in writing to the Licensing Service at the office address given above (or by email via licensing@southwark.gov.uk) and be received by the Service within a period of 21 days starting the day after the date shown below.

3.

The alternative route for affected traffic (2a) Lordship Lane, East Dulwich Grove, Melbourne Grove. Lordship Lane, Chesterfield Grove, Melbourne Grove. (2b) not applicable. (2c) Diamond Street, Southampton Way, Peckham Grove, Blakes Road. Innes Street, Chandler Street, Diamond Street. (2d) Janeway Street (2e) Bramcote Grove (2f) Peckham Rye, East Dulwich Road, Fenwick Road and Anstey Road. (2g) not applicable (2h) as indicated by the signs displayed (2i) Dunstans Road, Goodrich Road (2g) Wyneham Road, Beckwith Road, Elfindale Road, Herne Hill, Danecroft Road (2j) as indicated by the signs displayed (2k) as indicated by the signs displayed (2l) Forest Hill Road – Honor Oak Road, London Road, Lordship Lane, Barry Road, Peckham Rye (2m) not applicable

4.

Exemptions will be provided in the Order to permit reasonable access to premises, so far as it is practical without interference with the execution of the said works.

5.

The restrictions will not apply to any vehicle being used in connection with the said works, or for fire brigade, ambulance or police purposes or anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform.

6.

The works will be in operation for (2a) & (2b) 24th July (2c) 26th July (2d) 24th July – 21st September (2e) 21st – 22nd July (2f) 21st July (2g) 22nd – 23rd July (2h) 24th July – 31st August (2i) 24th July (2j) 22nd – 23rd July (2k) 24th – 26th July (2l) 24th July – 17th August (2m) 20th July – 30th August

7.

Further information may be obtained by contacting Road Network Management at ttmo@southwark.gov.uk

Date of application: 6th July 2023

To p l a c e a public notice, please email e m @ c m - m e d i a . c o. u k Our weekly deadline is 4pm on Tuesdays

Dated this 6th July 2023 Ian Law Traffic Manager London Borough of Southwark Network Management Environment, Neighbourhoods and Growth 160 Tooley Street PO Box 64529 London SE1 5LX Ref: (2a)&(2b) 00063019-000000582 (2c) ROADCLOSURE/BLAKES (2d) BER2-EMST120-01(2e) crane (2f) LPPAT2122/0454/ELN (2g) LBSCR12980 (2h) BER5-TRAN85-01 (2i) LPPAT2122/0290/JS (2j) LBSCR13031 (2k) LO00000500329329902 (2l) 00204255-00000006 (2m) 5515-02

PUBLIC NOTICES 25

LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 (as amended) PLANNING (LISTED BUILDINGS AND CONSERVATION AREAS) ACT 1990 (as amended) The planning applications listed below can be viewed on the planning register at https://planning.southwark.gov.uk/online-applications/ You can use facilities at your local library or 'My Southwark Service Points' to access the website.

How to comment on this application: You should submit your comments via the above link. Comments received will be made available for public viewing on the website. All personal information will be removed except your postal address. Online comments submitted without an email address will not be acknowledged and those marked 'confidential' will not be considered. Written comments can be submitted to; Southwark Council, Chief executive's department, Planning division, Development Management, PO Box 64529, London SE1 5LX. Reason for publicity. The applications are advertised for the reasons identified by the following codes: AFFECT - development affecting character or appearance of a nearby conservation area; OR development affecting setting of a nearby listed building(s); DEP - departure from the development plan; EIA - environmental impact assessment (these applications are accompanied by an environmental statement a copy of which may be obtained from the Council - there will be a charge for the copy); MAJ - major planning application; STDCA - development within a conservation area; STDLB - works to or within the site of a listed building; GROUND FLOOR FIRST FLOOR AND SECOND FLOOR 98 RYE LANE LONDON SOUTHWARK SE15 4RZ (Ref: 23/AP/1838) Change of use of vacant commercial unit (Class E) to a bar and restaurant use (Sui Generis) (Within: Rye Lane Peckham Holly Grove CA) Reason(s) for publicity: STDCA (Contact: Sean Gomes 020 7525 0666) 298 OLD KENT ROAD LONDON SOUTHWARK SE1 (Ref: 23/AP/1391) Construction of a mansard loft extension to create additional bedroom and bathroom (Within: Thomas A'Beckett And High Street CA) Reason(s) for publicity: STDCA (Contact: Ewan Lawless 020 7525 1264) TULIP HOUSE 70 BOROUGH HIGH STREET LONDON SOUTHWARK SE1 1XF (Ref: 23/AP/1714) Replacement of windows with single glazed sash windows, new partitions & WCs at lower ground floor, replacement of casement window to mansard dormer with single glazed sash window, removal of safety railing at mansard roof level, and replacement of Spanish slate to mansard roof with welsh slate. Reason(s) for publicity: STDLB (Contact: Gemma Williams 07926087097) 16 CAMBERWELL CHURCH STREET LONDON SOUTHWARK SE5 8QU (Ref: 23/AP/1533) Change of use from house of multiple occupation (HMO) to 4 x studio and 1 x 1 bedroom self contained flats (Within: Camberwell Green CA) Reason(s) for publicity: STDCA (Contact: Andre Verster 020 7525 5457) 137 FRIARY ROAD LONDON SOUTHWARK SE15 5UW (Ref: 23/AP/1744) Listed Building Consent: - Rear extension within

the garden with glass doors, rooflights and lead cladding. - Removal of internal walls to reconfigure the kitchen, utility and GF bathroom.

- Reconfiguration of rear part of rooms at 1st floor to form an en-suite bathroom. - New external windows to match existing throughout with slimline double glazing. - Loft insulation.

Reason(s) for publicity: STDLB (Contact: Eleanor Heagney 020 7525 5403) THE NEW SALVATION ARMY HEADQUARTERS 1 CHAMPION PARK LONDON SOUTHWARK SE5 8FA (Ref: 23/AP/1747) Five advertisements to be erected at The Salvation Army Territorial Headquarters, as follows Main building signage on the northern elevation 2 x banner flags above the main entrance on the northern elevation shield Salvation Army Signage on the eastern elevation Wayfinding signage on Champion Park (Within: Camberwell Grove Conservation Area CA) Reason(s) for publicity: STDCA (Contact: Chloe Rimell 0207 525 1397) 7 PIONEER CENTRE FROBISHER PLACE LONDON SOUTHWARK SE15 2EE (Ref: 23/AP/1767) Removal of the existing single glazing on the upper floor from the window frames and the installation of new 12mm double glazing (7mm sightline conservation units) into the existing window frames. Proposal also includes the following refurbishment works: Replacement / new ironmongery; Silicone draughtproofing of existing opening windows; Servicing, easing and adjusting of opening windows and redecorating of window frames. Reason(s) for publicity: STDLB (Contact: Charlotte Brooks-Lawrie ) OLD GAS HOLDER OLD KENT ROAD LONDON SOUTHWARK (Ref: 23/AP/1784)

Listed Building Consent: Installation of electronic communications apparatus Reason(s) for publicity: STDLB (Contact: Catherine Jeater 020 7525 5375) BUNCH OF GRAPES 2 ST THOMAS STREET LONDON SOUTHWARK SE1 9RS Ref: 23/AP/1614) New pergola with retractable roof and extended floor area to the outside space to the rear of the property. New fixtures and fittings installed internally. (Within: Borough High Street CA) Reason(s) for publicity: STDLB (Contact: Eleanor Heagney 020 7525 5403)

redevelopment of the unit applied for in previous application ref. 23/AP/1489 (Within: Tower Bridge CA) Reason(s) for publicity: STDLB (Contact: Sandy Ng ) Dated: 04 Jul 2023 - comments to be received within 21 days of this date.

STEPHEN PLATTS - Director of Planning and Growth

FLAT A 2 BERMONDSEY SQUARE LONDON SOUTHWARK SE1 3UN (Ref: 23/AP/1720) Re-conversion of the building to a single family dwellinghouse from two flats, and light refurbishment. Works to comprise: replacement of 2 internal door at ground floor; removal of hob from the kitchen at ground floor. (Within: Bermondsey Street CA) Reason(s) for publicity: STDCA (Contact: Ibrahim Azam 020 7525 2876) 44 GRANGE ROAD LONDON SOUTHWARK SE1 3BH (Ref: 23/AP/1820) Replacement of roof (Like for like) at 44 Grange Road. Roof will be stripped, damaged timber repaired/replace, and a new breathable membrane installed to existing roof profiles.

Roof profile will be clad with natural slates. Box gutters and lead work will be replaced as required. (Within: Bermondsey Street CA) Reason(s) for publicity: STDLB (Contact: Sandy Ng ) 303 CARDAMOM BUILDING 31 SHAD THAMES LONDON SOUTHWARK SE1 2YR (Ref: 23/AP/1795) Listed Building Consent: Installation of new boiler and extract through outer wall. Part of

TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 NOTICE UNDER ARTICLE 13 TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT PROCEDURE) (ENGLAND) ORDER 2015 OF APPLICATION FOR PLANNING PERMISSION Proposed development at 1 - 7 Stamford Street together with Land at 18 Blackfriars Road bounded By Stamford Street Paris Garden and Christ Church Gardens London SE1 8NY. I give notice that Black Pearl Limited is applying to the London Borough of Southwark for planning permission for “Part demolition to the rear of 1 and 3 – 7 Stamford Street together with: the erection of a ground plus three-storey podium comprising retail, leisure, office, education, gallery, library and assembly room uses; two levels of basement for servicing, plant, car and cycle parking plus pit access within a partial basement at level three; two residential buildings of 22 and 40 storeys above podium; an office building of 45 storeys above podium; improvements to the existing public house; landscaping at ground and podium levels; replacement boundary at the southern edge of the Site; plant and all other associated, enabling and ancillary works.” and associated Listed Building Consent for: “Demolition of rear extension at 3-7 Stamford Street together with removal of roof-level plant and modern elements at 1 and 3-7 Stamford Street; internal and external renovation and alterations throughout including replacement of windows and stairs, works to connect the listed buildings including a glazed infill and all other associated and ancillary works.”

Any owner* of the land or tenant** who wishes to make representation about this application should write to the Council at Planning Department, London Borough of Southwark, 160 Tooley Street, London SE1 2QH within 21 days beginning with the date of publication of this notice.

Signed: DP9 Ltd on behalf of Black Pearl Limited Date: 6th July 2023 * “owner” means a person having a freehold interest or a leasehold interest the unexpired term of which is not less than seven years, or, in the case of development consisting of the winning or working of materials, a person entitled to an interest in a mineral in the land (other than oil, gas, coal, gold or silver). ** “tenant” means a tenant of an agricultural holding any part of which is comprise in the land.

Statement of owner’s rights The grant of planning permission does not affect owner’s rights to retain or dispose of their property, unless there is some provision to the contrary in an agreement or in a lease.

Statement of agricultural tenant’s rights The grant of planning permission for non-agricultural development may affect agricultural tenant’s security of tenure.

To p l a c e a p u b l i c n o t i c e , p l e a s e e m a i l e m @ c m - m e d i a . c o. u k O u r w e e k l y d e a d l i n e i s 4 p m o n Tu e s d a y ’s

26 PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE

Annex A: 2 Maps below showing selective licensing designations 3 and 4 with the designation boundaries marked in red and the designation areas marked in light blue for designation 3 and blue for designation 4

London Borough of Southwark NOTICE OF DESIGNATION OF AREAS FOR SELECTIVE LICENSING

Designation 3

Section 80, Housing Act 2004 1. The London Borough of Southwark (“The Council”) in exercise of its powers under section 80 of the Housing Act 2004 ("the Act") hereby designates for selective licensing the areas described in paragraph 5

Map below showing selective licensing designation 3 with the designation boundaries marked in red and the designation areas marked in light blue

CITATION, COMMENCEMENT AND DURATION 2. These 2 Designations shall be known as the London Borough of Southwark Designations for Areas for Selective Licensing 2022. All privately rented residential accommodation situated within the designated areas must be licensed with the Council unless subject to sta tutory exemption as set out in paragraph 6.

3. The Designations are made on 6 December 2022. The Designations fall within a description of designations for which confirmation is required by Secretary of State. On 14 June 2023 the Secretary of State confirmed the Designations, and the Designations sh all come into force on 1 November 2023.

4. The Designations shall cease to have effect on 31 October 2028 (not more than 5 years) or earlier if the Council revokes the scheme under section 84 of the Act. AREA TO WHICH THE DESIGNATION APPLIES 5. These designations shall apply to the following areas of the London Borough of Southwark.

Designation 3 is delineated in red with the area itself coloured light blue on the map and Designation 4 is delineated in red with the area itself coloured darker blue on the map both in annex A below.

The following wards are included in each Wards included in Designation 3

Wards included in Designation 4

North Walworth

Camberwell Green

Peckham Rye

Nunhead & Queens Road

Chaucer

Rotherhithe

Old Kent Road

Dulwich Hill

Rye Lane

Peckham

Dulwich Wood

South Bermondsey

London Bridge & West Bermondsey

Surrey Docks

APPLICATION OF THE DESIGNATION 6. This designation applies to any house1 which is let or occupied under a tenancy or licence within the area described in paragraph 5 unless: a. the house is a house in multiple occupation [HMO] that falls within the nationally prescribed category of HMO that is required to be licensed as a ‘mandatory HMO’ under section 55(2)(a) Part 2 of the Act2; b. the house is a house in multiple occupation that falls within the prescribed category of HMO that is required to be licensed under the London Borough of Southwark Designation of an Area for Additional Licensing of Houses of Multiple Occupation made on 1 January 2022 under Section 56 of the Housing Act 20043; c. the tenancy or licence of the house has been granted by a registered social landlord4; d. the house is subject to an Interim or Final Management Order under Part 4 of the Act; e. the house is subject to a temporary exemption under section 86 of the Act; or f. the house is occupied under a tenancy or licence which is exempt under the Act or the occupation is of a building or part of a building so exempt as defined in Paragraph 5(f): Exempted tenancies or licences, Selective Licensing of Houses (Specified Exemptions) (England) Order 2006 SI 370/2006.

EFFECT OF THE DESIGNATION 6. Subject to sub paragraphs 6(a) to (f) every house in the area specified in paragraph 5 that is occupied under a tenancy or licence shall be required to be licensed under section 85 of the Act.6 7. The London Borough of Southwark will comply with the notification requirements contained in section 83 of the Act and shall maintain a register of all houses registered under this designation, as required under section 232 of the Act.5 If you are a landlord, managing agent or a tenant, or if you require information regarding this designation, or to apply for a licence, further information and assistance is available from the Council’s Private Rented Property Licensing Team by telephone on 020 7525 3114 or by email to resi@southwark.gov.uk, or by writing to Private Sector Housing Enforcement Service, PO Box 70063, Queens Road, London, SE15 2HP. The Designation may be inspected at the above address during office hours. All landlords, managing agents or tenants within the designated area should obtain advice to ascertain whether their property is affected by the Designation by contacting the Council’s Private Rented Property Licensing Team.

Upon the Designation coming into force any person having control of or who manages a licensable property without a licence or allows a licensed property to be occupied by more households or persons other than as authorised by a licence, is liable to prosecution and upon summary conviction is liable to an unlimited fine pursuant to the provisions of section 95 of the Housing Act 2004. A person who breaches a condition of a licence is liable upon summary conviction to an unlimited fine. The Council, as an alternative to initiating a prosecution, may pursue one or more of a range of other enforcement actions including the imposition of a financial penalty of up to £30,000 and/or taking management control of the unlicensed property. Further, where an offence has been committed an application may also be made by the Council and/or tenant under the provisions of section 96 and 97 of the Housing Act 2004 for a Rent Repayment Order to pay back up to 12 months’ rent, Housing Benefit or Universal Credit. No notice under section 21 of the Housing Act 1988 may be given in relation to an assured shorthold tenancy of the whole or part of an unlicensed house so long as it remains an unlicensed house.

Signed by Caroline Bruce, Strategic Director of Environment, Neighbourhoods & Growth for and on behalf of the London Borough of Southwark on 14 June 2023

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1 For the definition of "house" see sections 79 and 99 of the Act 2 Section 55 of the Act defines which Houses in Multiple Occupation are required to be licensed under the Act. See

also The Lic ensing of Houses.in Multiple Occupation (Prescribed Descriptions) (England) Order 2005 (SI 2006/371) 3 Additional Licensing covers HMOs that are not within the scope of Mandatory HMO Licensing where tenants share one or more ‘basic amenities’ i.e. a WC, personal washing facilities or cooking facilities. ‘Section 257’ HMO buildings would need a selective licence unless; an individual flat was itself multiply occupied which would need an additional or mandatory HMO licence depending on the number of persons accommodated or, where the building or part of a building is of three or more storeys that have been converted into three or more self-contained flats and where both the building and self -contained f lats it contains are under the same ownership or considered by the council to be effectively under the same control.

4 Section 79 (3) of the Act. For the definition of a Registered Social Landlord see Part 1 of the Housing Act 1996 Section 232 of the Act and paragraph 11 of SI 373/2006

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Designation 4

Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015

Maps below showing selective licensing designation 4 with the designation boundaries marked in red and the designation areas marked in blue for designation 4

Notice under Article 13 of Application for Planning Permission Proposed Development at: 747-759 & 765-775 Old Kent Road & Land at Devonshire Grove, London, SE15 1NZ. We give notice that: Regal Barkwest Limited is applying to the London Borough of Southwark for planning permission for: ‘Phased mixed-use redevelopment of the site, comprising: • Demolition of all existing buildings/structures, site clearance and excavation; • Construction of buildings to provide residential dwellings (Class C3) and flexible commercial, business and service space (Class E); • Construction of buildings to provide purpose built student accommodation including associated amenity and ancillary space, flexible commercial, business, service and community spaces within Classes E/F2(b) (Sui Generis); • Provision of associated car and cycle parking, open space and landscaping, means of access and highway alterations, installation of plant and utilities and all other associated ancillary works incidental to the development.’

Any owner* of the land or tenant** who wishes to make representations about this application should write to: Patrick Cronin, Planning Department, Southwark Council, 160 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2QH within 21 days beginning with the date of publication of this notice.

Signed: Lichfields On behalf of: Regal Barkwest Limited Date : 6th July 2023 * “owner” means a person having a freehold interest or a leasehold interest the unexpired term of which is not less than seven years, or, in the case of development consisting of the winning or working of minerals, a person entitled to an interest in a mineral of the land (other than oil, gas, gold or silver). ** ”tenant” means a tenant of an agricultural holding any part of which is comprised in the land.

Statement of owners’ rights The grant of planning permission does not affect owners’ rights to retains or dispose of their property, unless there is some provision to the contrary in an agreement or in a lease.

Statement of agricultural tenants’ rights The grant of planning permission for non-agricultural development may affect agricultural tenants’ security of tenure.

The Council of the London Borough of Southwark PUBLIC NOTICE: ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 29 THE (RESTRICTION OF TRAFFIC) SPECIAL EVENTS ORDER 2023 1.

The Council of the London Borough of Southwark hereby gives notice that it has made the above named Traffic Order under section 29 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 for the purpose specified in paragraph 2. The effect of the Order is summarised in paragraph 3.

2.

The purpose of the Order is to facilitate play streets, as indicated in the schedule to this notice.

3.

The effect of the Order is to prohibit any vehicle or cyclist from:(a) entering or proceeding in the length of street specified in the schedule to this notice on the date and between the hours specified in that schedule;. (b) waiting (including waiting for the purpose of delivering or collecting goods or loading or unloading a vehicle) in the length of street specified in the schedule to this notice.

4.

The prohibitions will not apply in respect of: (a) any vehicle being used for the purposes of that event or for fire brigade, ambulance or police purposes; (b) anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or a person authorised by the Council of the London Borough of Southwark.

5.

The alternative route will be adjacent roads as applicable For information regarding this notice, please contact Network & Parking at ttmo@southwark.gov.uk

Dated this 6th July 2023

Notice of Application to Vary a Premises Licence made under Section 34 of the Licensing Act 2003 Please take notice that I / we Kix Bar + Kitchen have made application to Southwark Council to vary the Premises Licence in respect of Kix Bar + Kitchen, 57 North Cross Road, East Dulwich, London, SE22 9ET. The proposed variation is as follows: *To amend condition 344 to read: That intoxicating liquor shall not be sold or supplied on the premises otherwise than to persons taking table meals there and for consumption by such persons as an ancillary to his or her meal except for customers in the company of people eating a substantial meal to a maximum of 10 such customers throughout the premises, the exception to this being that between the hours of 2300hrs and 0000hrs alcohol may be supplied for consumption on the premises without the purchase of food. *Opening hours & retail sale of alcohol: Stated in below section. *Capacity increase on Friday & Saturday to: 60 People.

The retail sale of alcohol: Opening hours:

Days Sunday to Thursday 11:00 Friday & Saturday

Start time

Sunday to Thursday Friday & Saturday

09:00 09:00

11:00

23:00

Ian Law, Traffic Manager, London Borough of Southwark, Network Management, Environment, Neighbourhoods and Growth 160 Tooley Street, PO Box 64529 London SE1 5LX Ref: playstreets/streetpartiesJune23 Schedule

Road

Closure location

Date and time of closure

Beckwith Road

Wyneham Road – Red Post Hill

Sunday 9th July

2pm – 5pm

Kelvington Road

Athenlay Road – Hawkslade Road

Saturday 8th July

12pm – 9pm

Finish time

Rainbow Street

Dowlas Street – St Georges School

Saturday 8th July

10am – 9.15pm

00:00

Stuart Road

Cheltenham Road – Borland Road

Saturday 8th July

11am – 9pm

23:30 00:30

Wroxton Road

Lulworth Road – Lanvanor Road

Saturday 8th July

11am – 8pm

A register of all applications made within the Southwark area is maintained by: The Licensing Service, Hub 1, 3rd Floor, 160 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2QH A record of this application may be inspected by visiting the office during normal office hours by appointment on 020 7525 2000; details are also available on our website at http://app.southwark.gov.uk/licensing/licenseregister.asp It is open to any interested party to make representations about the likely effect of the application on the promotion of the licensing objectives. Representations must be made in writing to the Licensing Service at the office address given above (or by email via licensing@southwark.gov.uk) and be received by the Service within a period of 28 days starting the day after the date shown below.

Note: It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application. A person guilty of such offence is liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding level 5 on the standard scale.

Date of application: 29th June 2023

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-LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK CYCLE HANGARS – 23/24 BATCH 1 The London Borough of Southwark (Charged-for parking places) (Cycle hangars) (No. *) Order 202* The London Borough of Southwark (Free parking places and Waiting restrictions) (Cycle hangars) (No. *) Order 202* 1. Southwark Council hereby GIVES NOTICE that it proposes to make the above orders under sections 6, 45, 46, 49 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended.

2. The effects of the orders would be:(a) to provide cycle hangars on the carriageway, each 2.55 metres in length, 2.05 metres in width and aligned parallel to the kerb, at the following locations:AMOTT ROAD south-east side, south-west of its junction with Fenwick Road; ANN MOSS WAY south-east side, opposite No. 17 Ann Moss Way (next to existing hangar); ANSDELL ROAD north-east side, opposite No. 6b Ansdell Road (next to existing hangar); AYSGARTH ROAD south-west side, south-east of its junction with Turney Road; BELFORT ROAD north-west side, opposite No. 1 Belfort Road; BELLENDEN ROAD north-west side, opposite No. 211 Bellenden Road (next to existing hangar); BOWEN DRIVE south-west side, south of No. 142 Bowen Drive; CHADWICK ROAD north side, opposite No. 93 Chadwick Road; CHOUMERT GROVE south-west side, north-west of its junction with Choumert Road; DANBY STREET south-east side, o/s No. 80 Danby Street; DE LAUNE STREET south-east side, side of No. 8 Braganza Street; DODDINGTON GROVE north-west side, side of Nos. 60 and 62 Braganza Street; DOLBEN STREET north side, o/s No. 33 Bear Lane (next to existing hangar); DULWICH WOOD AVENUE south-west side, o/s No. 27 Dulwich Wood Road; ELMWOOD ROAD east side, side of No. 21 Wyneham Road; ENID STREET south-west side, north-west of its junction with Neckinger Estate Road; FERRIS ROAD south side, side of No. 9 Ferris Road (next to existing hangar); HINCKLEY ROAD south-east side, side of No. 6 Gowlett Road; KITSON ROAD west side, side of No. 19 New Church Road; LANCASTER STREET south-west side, o/s Markstone House Lancaster Street; LANDCROFT ROAD north-east side, opposite No. 78 Landcroft Road; LARCOM STREET south-east side, o/s St John's Institute Larcom Street; LEATHERMARKET STREET north side, opposite No. 3 Leathermarket Street (next to existing hangar); LIMESFORD ROAD north-west side, south-west of its junction with Ivydale Road; LINNELL ROAD south-east side, south-west of its junction with Shenley Road; MAUDE ROAD south-east side, south-west of its junction with Vestry Road; MERROW STREET north-west side, opposite No. 12 Merrow Street (Clarence House); NECKINGER south-west side, north of its junction with Spa Road; OGLANDER ROAD north-west side, opposite No. 27 Oglander Road; ONEGA GATE south-west side, o/s Nos. 1 and 2 Onega Gate; PARADISE STREET north-west side, north-east of its junction with West Lane; RAINBOW STREET south-east side, o/s Nos. 1 to 11 Rainbow Street (next to existing hangar); RUSKIN WALK south-west side, opposite the side of No. 1 Warmington Road; SHEPPARD DRIVE north-west side, north-east of its junction with Catlin Street (next to existing hangar); SONDES STREET south-east side, south-west of its junction with Portland Street; SWAN ROAD south-west side, north-west of its junction with Seth Street; SWAN STREET south-east side, o/s Gloucester Court Swan Street; THE GARDENS south-east side, opposite No. 15 The Gardens; VESTRY ROAD north-east side, opposite No. 74 Vestry Road (next to existing hangar); (b) formalise an existing cycle hangar north-east side of ANSDELL ROAD opposite No. 8a Ansdell Road; (c) relocate existing cycle hangars in: (i) SCYLLA ROAD by 23m south-eastward (new location south side, o/s No. 14 Scylla Road), (ii) ST MARYCHURCH STREET by 40m south and south-westward (new location south-east side, south-west of its junction with Rupack Street), and (iii) VESTRY ROAD southwestward by 1.5m (new location north-east side, opposite No. 74 Vestry Road); (d) to provide a cycle hangar (2.55 metres in length and 2.05 metres in width), on the footway of KINGS GROVE east side opposite No. 101 Kings Grove, aligned parallel to the south-western edge of the footway area; NOTES: (1) The measures in 2 (e)-(y) are proposed so as to accommodate the provision of the new cycle hangars or re-located cycle hangars and in those locations referred to above. (2) ‘permit’ refers to parking places for holders of valid parking permits within the Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) listed, ‘shared-use’ refers to parking places in which holders of a valid permit for the CPZ listed or ‘pay’ paid ticket holders are permitted to park within the permitted hours. ‘SYLs’ refer to 'timed, and ‘DYLs’ refer to 'at any time' waiting restrictions. (3) All measurements are in metres ‘m’ and are approximate. (4) Parking charges are listed on www.southwark.gov.uk/parking (e) in CPZ 'B' reduce 'permit' by 4.55m in CHOUMERT ROAD (17.5m remains); (f) in CPZ 'C1' reduce 'permit' by 3.55m in DOLBEN STREET (6m remains); (g) in CPZ 'C2' reduce 'permit' by 3.55m in LANCASTER STREET (13.5m remains); (h) in CPZ 'D' reduce 'permit' by 3.55m in SWAN STREET (20.5m remains); (i) in CPZ 'E' reduce 'permit' by 3.55m in DE LAUNE STREET (20m remains) and in DODDINGTON GROVE (32.5m remains); (j) in CPZ 'EC' reduce 'permit' by 3.55m in RAINBOW STREET (12m remains); (k) in CPZ 'F' reduce 'permit' by 3.55m in LEATHERMARKET STREET (44.5m remains); (l) in CPZ 'G' reduce 'permit' by 3.55m in PARADISE STREET (12.5m remains); (m) in CPZ 'GR' reduce 'shared-use' by 3.55m in ENID STREET (46m remains), and in NECKINGER (29.5m remains); (n) in CPZ 'H' reduce 'permit' by 3.55m in SWAN ROAD (81m remains); (o) in CPZ 'HH' split and reduce 'permit' by 4.55m in RUSKIN WALK (total of 12.5m remains); (p) in CPZ 'LG' reduce 'permit' by 8.5m in MAUDE ROAD (6m remains); (q) in CPZ 'M1' split and reduce 'permit' by 4.55m in LARCOM STREET (total of 26.5m remains); (r) in CPZ 'M2' reduce 'shared-use' by 3.55m in MERROW STREET (24.5m remains) and by 4.55m in SONDES STREET(48.5m remains); (s) in CPZ 'NC' split and reduce 'permit' by 4.55m in KITSON ROAD (total of 114m remains); (t) in CPZ 'P' split and reduce 'permit' by 4.55m in ELMWOOD ROAD (total of 106.5m remains); (u) in CPZ 'PR' (i) reduce 'permit' by 3.55m LINNELL ROAD (100.5m remains), and (ii) reduce 'shareduse' by 3.55m in VESTRY ROAD (5m remains); (v) in CPZ 'PW' (i) reduce 'permit' by 3.55m in AMOTT ROAD (17m remains), 1.55m in BELLENDEN ROAD (31.5m remains) and 3m OGLANDER ROAD (112m remains), and (ii) split and reduce 'permit' by 4.55m in DANBY STREET (total of 168.5m remains) and in HINCKLEY ROAD (total of 67.5m remains); (w) in CPZ 'Q' split and reduce 'permit' by 4.55m in CHADWICK ROAD (total of 45.5m remains); (x) in CPZ 'S' reduce 'permit' by 3.55m in ANN MOSS WAY (8m remains), in ONEGA GATE (47m remains); (y) add new lengths of DYLs (i) 5m in MAUDE ROAD, (ii) 1m in AMOTT ROAD, ANN MOSS WAY, AYSGARTH ROAD, BELLENDEN ROAD, BOWEN DRIVE, DE LAUNE STREET, DODDINGTON GROVE, DOLBEN STREET, DULWICH WOOD AVENUE, ENID STREET, LANCASTER STREET, LEATHERMARKET STREET, LINNELL ROAD, MERROW STREET, NECKINGER, OGLANDER ROAD, ONEGA GATE, PARADISE STREET, RAINBOW STREET, SCYLLA ROAD, ST MARYCHURCH STREET, SWAN ROAD, SWAN STREET, VESTRY ROAD, and (iii) 2m in ANSDELL ROAD, BELFORT ROAD, CHADWICK ROAD, CHOUMERT GROVE, DANBY STREET, ELMWOOD ROAD, FERRIS ROAD, HINCKLEY ROAD, KITSON ROAD, LANDCROFT ROAD, LARCOM STREET, LIMESFORD ROAD, RUSKIN WALK, SHEPPARD DRIVE, SONDES STREET, THE GARDENS; (z) in CPZ 'B' formalise 9.5m existing 'permit' in CHOUMERT GROVE south-west side, north-west of its junction with Choumert Road; Continues...

(aa) formalise shape of an existing Disabled Persons Parking Place in BOWEN DRIVE south-west side, south of No. 142 Bowen Drive to better reflect what is in the street; and (ab) formalise existing lengths of (i) SYLs in SWAN ROAD (8m) south-west side across its junction with Seth Street, and (ii) existing DYLs in CHADWICK ROAD (1m) north side opposite No. 93 Chadwick Road.

3. For more information about these proposals please contact David Bass of the Council's Highways, Transport Projects team: Highways@southwark.gov.uk .

4.Copies of the supporting documents (this Notice, the proposed Orders, and a statement of the Council's reasons for making the Orders) may be found online at www.southwark.gov.uk/trafficorders; paper or digital copies of plans showing the location and effect of the Orders and the supporting documents may be requested by emailing traffic.orders@southwark.gov.uk, or inspected by appointment only at: Highways, Southwark Council, Environment, Neighbourhoods and Growth, 3rd floor hub 2, 160 Tooley Street, London SE1 2QH - from the date of this Notice until the end of a period of six weeks from the date on which the Orders are made. Email traffic.orders@southwark.gov.uk (or call 020 7525 3497) for booking details.

5. Anyone wishing to make any representations either for or to object to the proposals, may use our consultation portal at https://consultation.appyway.com/southwark; or send a statement in writing to: Traffic Order Consultations, Highways, Southwark Council, Environment, Neighbourhoods and Growth, P.O. Box 64529, London SE1P 5LX or traffic.orders@southwark.gov.uk quoting reference ‘TMO2324004 Cycle Hangars B1’ by 27 July 2023. Please note that if you wish to object to this proposal you must state the grounds on which your objection is made.

6. Under requirements of current access to information legislation, any letter, form or e-mail sent to the Council in response to this Notice may be subject to publication or disclosure, or both, including communication to other persons affected.

Dated 6 July 2023 Dale Foden - Head of Service, Highways

LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK TRUNDLE STREET AREA The London Borough of Southwark (Charged-for parking places) (Trundle Street area) Order 2023 The London Borough of Southwark (Waiting restrictions) (Trundle Street area) Order 2023 The London Borough of Southwark (Prescribed routes) (Toulmin Street and Trundle Street) Traffic Order 2023 1. Southwark Council hereby GIVES NOTICE that on 6 July 2023 it has made the above Orders under sections 6, 45, 46, 49 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended.

2. The effects of the Orders are to:(a) introduce one-way south-westbound traffic working for all vehicles in the entirety of TOULMIN STREET with corresponding advisory ‘right turn only’ from Bittern Street and advisory ‘left turn only’ from Pickwick Street, and ‘no entry’ from Great Suffolk Street into Toulmin Street; (b) introduce one-way north-eastbound (progressing into south-eastbound) traffic working in the entirety of TRUNDLE STREET with corresponding ‘no entry’ from Weller Street into Trundle Street; (c) formally remove (i) an existing south-westbound one-way working in part of WELLER STREET (between its junction with Lant Street/Toulmin Street and its junction with Trundle Street) and (ii) the corresponding prescribed turns from LANT STREET and TOULMIN STREET; (d) make amendments to existing permit-holders only parking places within Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) 'C2':(i) in LANT STREET north-east side opposite its junction with Bittern Street increase by 2.5m in length (new length 40m), (ii) in TOULMIN STREET north-west side (south of Pickwick Street) relocate 1.5m south-westward towards its junction with Bittern Street, (iii) in TOULMIN STREET north-west side (north of Pickwick Street) reduce in length by 3.5m, (iv) in TRUNDLE STREET north-east side remove bay (31m in length), and (v) in WELLER STREET north-west side o/s No. 15 increase by 2m in length (new length 15m); (e) in TRUNDLE STREET south-west side add new permit-holders only parking place (38m in length) in CPZ ‘C2’; (f) in WELLER STREET north-west side o/s No. 15, remove 1m of existing ‘at any time’ waiting restrictions (double yellow lines), and (g) amend existing ‘timed’ waiting restrictions (single yellow lines) in LANT STREET, TOULMIN STREET, TRUNDLE STREET, and WELLER STREET to accommodate the above-mentioned parking changes.

NOTES: (1) Exemptions apply for items 2(a) and (b) preceding in respect of emergency service vehicles. (2) All measurements are in metres ‘m’ and are approximate. (3) Parking charges are listed on www.southwark.gov.uk/parking

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3. Copies of the Orders, which will come into force on 10 July 2023, and of all other relevant documents are available for inspection at Highways, Southwark Council, Environment, Neighbourhoods and Growth, 3rd floor hub 2, 160 Tooley Street, London SE1 2QH, by appointment only. E-mail traffic.orders@southwark.gov.uk or call 020 7525 3497 for booking details.

4. Any person desiring to question the validity of the Order/s or of any provision contained therein on the grounds that it is not within the relevant powers of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 or that any of the relevant requirements thereof or of any relevant regulations made thereunder has not been complied with in relation to the Order/s may, within six weeks of the date on which the Order was made, make application for the purpose to the High Court.

Dated 6 July 2023 Dale Foden - Head of Service, Highways

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By Mark Baldwin

The Eagles will need South Group leaders Somerset to beat Kent at Taunton if they are to progress but Khushi’s 35 not out from 26 balls at least meant they did not waste an Essex T20 record stand between Michael Pepper and Dan Lawrence as they chased down Surrey’s 195 for six to win by three wickets in a thrilling finish.

Khushi and Shane Snater had taken five singles from the first five balls of Sean Abbott’s final over, to leave Essex needing three to win from the last delivery. Khushi swung hard and high, Jordan sprinted round from long on to grab the ball as his momentum took him over the ropes but Surrey’s captain could not throw it back infield for Overton to complete the catch – and Essex celebrated.

Pepper and Lawrence certainly deserved to be on the winning side, smashing 140 for the second wicket from just 11 overs in a blitz of boundaries that featured nine sixes and 11 fours.

Sunil Narine had earlier blasted six sixes and seven fours in a 38-ball unbeaten 78 but then both Pepper and Lawrence produced hitting of similar ferocity to score 75 from 39 balls and 58 off 32 balls respectively.

By the 10-over mark Essex were totally in control at 130 for one as Pepper, who struck five sixes and six fours, and Lawrence, with four sixes and five fours, entertained a 15,000 crowd in exhilarating fashion.

Surrey’s bowlers looked incapable of stopping the carnage, and even West Indies mystery spinner Narine – one of the best T20 bowlers in world cricket - conceded 19 from his first over, the eighth of the innings, as Pepper reverse-swept and straightdrove him for sixes and also swept him conventionally for four.

Lawrence, who has signed to play for Surrey from next April, reached his fifty from 26 balls to Pepper’s 24 and launched Narine for one final six from the first ball of the 12th over before falling two balls later to a catch at long off.

But Pepper fell attacking Jordan in the next over, and Surrey fought back as Paul Walter, Matt Critchley – brilliantly run out

by Jason Roy – Daniel Sams, who did swing Sam Curran for six, and Simon Harmer all fell cheaply while Khushi kept chipping

© Mark Sandom

FEroZE khushI hit the last ball of the match for six, despite Chris Jordan trying to flick the ball back to Jamie overton as he went over the boundary rope, as Essex dramatically gave themselves a chance of clinching a vitality Blast quarter-final place last weekend.

Surrey’s Jamie Overton

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merry way by thumping Walter’s left-arm seamers straight into the Pavilion and then over wide long on into the Bedser Stand.

Narine finished the innings in style by hitting Sams over the long on boundary and then clipping the last ball of the 20th over off his stumps to the fine leg ropes.

Essex’s reply began badly with Adam Rossington mis-hitting Sam Curran to mid on but the England all-rounder’s next over, the third of the innings, went for a remarkable 31 runs as Pepper began and ended it with sixes and took two fours besides. With a wide, two free hit no balls and a Lawrence boundary thrown in, the Eagles were suddenly 41 for one after just three overs and flying.

Gus Atkinson was then struck for two straight sixes by Lawrence, the second of them from a full toss no ball, as both he and Pepper did as they pleased with the Surrey attack.

Surrey captain Jordan said: “I’m really proud of the boys for the way we fought back in the field to try to get the win that would have clinched us a home quarterfinal tie. We are now going to have to play

away in the quarter-finals but at this stage of the competition you have to play a top team so we will keep on trying to improve our performance.

“It’s good to have Jason Roy back fit and we are buzzing to have him with us now as we go into the last eight. He’s an international quality cricketer and adds so much to our group.

“T20 is always a game of fine margins and we so nearly won it in the end today.

I sprinted around as fast as I could from that last ball and I took the catch but felt that my next step would have taken me over the boundary rope so I tried to get the ball away to Jamie who was running round from deep mid wicket. Unfortunately I couldn’t manage to do that and the ball fell to the ground over the ropes so it was six.

“We did well though to take the game so deep. It was just a case of hanging in there and we had the mindset when they started so well that we had to try to take it as far as we could, and it was a great effort in the end to get it to the last ball.”

Surrey are away to Lancashire Lightning this Friday (July 7).

By John Kelly

clubs at this level,” Tumkaya said. “I can’t wait to start.”

Goalkeeper R'avan Constable has arrived from Hanwell Town.

The 28-year-old Jamaican played for Hayrettin and assistant Terry Harris at Maidstone United.

“I’m delighted to become a part of Dulwich Hamlet, and I am raring to go here" Constable said. “It’s great to be back with Hak and Terry, they have great determination, they make everything so straightforward for a player, and that is something I feel I need from coaches.

“This season will hopefully be a strong one and I can help the club go back up. I will be quiet off the pitch, relaxed

and observing things, but on it, I'm a totally different person, I'm a beast! I'm constantly shouting and organising my back four, screaming at everyone to put their all in.”

Luke Wanadio is back at Dulwich for a third spell after playing for the club in 2014-15 and 2018-19.

The 30-year-old winger scored ten goals in 43 appearances for National League South Dover Athletic last season.

“It’s good to be back,” Wanadio said.

“It’s great to be somewhere I know well and with a few players that I know really well, it's a great feeling. It's a club with a massive fanbase and a stadium that's great to play in.”

Essex win thriller on last ball

away at the runs required. Twenty off three overs finally became eight off the last over – and the 24-year-old Khushi, at the last, prevailed.

Narine had earlier also struck seven fours in his own superb exhibition of clean hitting while Roy made 28 from 24 balls on his return to action after almost two months on the sidelines with a calf injury.

Surrey were 57 for two after the six-over powerplay, after Essex had chosen to field, with Roy clubbing Sam Cook for a six and two fours – the first an extraordinary scoop past short fine leg – in the fifth over.

Laurie Evans went cheaply, flicking Aaron Beard to deep square leg, but Will Jacks drove the same bowler high and wide of mid off for four and pulled him for six before being yorked by Cook for 23.

Sam Curran fell to Harmer for only three but Narine warmed to his task by smearing the off spinner over the deep mid wicket ropes and then lofting Snater straight for another six.

Overton took two sixes in an over off Sams during a quickfire 23, before being caught in the deep, and Narine went on his

Ark Globe Academy reach national final

Ark Globe Junior Boys (Year 7 and 8) athletics team won the London, Herts and Middlesex regional final to qualify for the national final with the second highest points total in the country.

This was no easy feat, as there are over 3,500 secondary schools, and the students defeated a host of established state, grammar and independent schools to secure their spot in the finals.

The students are examples of living the Ark Globe ‘Culture Pyramid’, exuding professionalism and growth mindset. The team achieve their goals by demonstrating commitment, determination, and resilience. The school’s success is a consequence of the support from not only their dedicated PE department but also their wider staff community including their catering team who create scientifically nutritious smoothies ensuring the students have the energy they need to perform their best.

Executive principal of the Elephant & Castle school, Mr Matt Jones OBE, said: “Talent is everywhere, but opportunity is too thinly spread. However, it is still possible to achieve elite level performance, in every aspect of education, with hard work, the right support and setting ambitious objectives.

This wonderful achievement demonstrates that children from Ark Globe Academy can compete with the very best, not only in academics, but also on the sports field.”

Lucky thirteen for the Hamlet duLWICh haMLET have continued their summer rebuilding work with three more signings, bringing their total number of recruits to thirteen so far this summer.

Hakan Hayrettin

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Surrey 195/6 lost to Essex Eagles 199/7 by three wickets

Manager Hakan Hayrettin has brought in defender Cem Tumkaya from SCEFL Premier Division Cray Valley.

Tumkaya was with Cray from 201516 and made 236 appearances, scoring fourteen goals.

“It’s a big moment for me, it’s the first time in my career that I will have been playing at this level so it is really exciting and to come to Dulwich, one of the better

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Coops has point to prove

Millwall have put Blackburn collapse behind them as they aim to clear ‘final hurdle’ EXCLUSIVE

By John Kelly JAKE COOPER wants to “prove to people that we can do it” and “clear the final hurdle” to finish in the playoff places this season.

Millwall were in the top six with 45 minutes to go in the last campaign before Blackburn Rovers came from 3-1 down to win 4-3 at The Den and shatter the Lions’ promotion dream.

Cooper, 28, insists the players are now over that disappointment having discussed it between themselves over the summer.

Thoughts have now turned to 2023-24 with the squad well into their pre-season preparations after returning last week. The Lions are in Alicante where they are being put through three-session days involving tactical work, running and gym sessions from Monday to Friday.

They will be rewarded at the end of the week with a team meal before flying back to England on Saturday afternoon and focusing on the first friendly of pre-season against Neil Harris’ Gillingham at Priestfield Stadium on Saturday week.

Cooper knows players will be asked about the Blackburn collapse but he is more concerned about taking on the challenges in a Championship that looks at its strongest level for a number of years.

“Obviously within the group of lads we’ve got all our disappointment out of the way,” Cooper told the paper. “We spoke after the game and been in contact with each other over the summer. It’s pretty much put to bed now, it’s almost been forgotten about.

“We’re just moving on now to what is going to be a tough season in the Championship. We’ve all experienced building up to a Championship season before so we’re just fully focused on that now and looking forward to what’s ahead.

“We’re excited for that and the games coming in pre-season. We’re just excited to get it all going again.

“We had a good season last season, we were just unfortunate to miss out on that final hurdle. We all know the next step for the club is to achieve that.

“We’ve got that target and it’s a great challenge to see if we can go again and prove to people that we can do it and not fall at the last hurdle like we did last season.”

While the play-offs is the obvious target after being there or thereabouts late into the season for four consecutive years, manager Gary Rowett hasn’t explicitly mentioned promotion to his players.

Cooper explained the mindset within the group.

“He hasn’t really set us targets,” Cooper said. “He has just said that we want to improve and we want to get better. We’ve got that challenge again. It’s up to us to go again, we’re going to step things up and train harder.

“We’re going to improve things at the football club and bring players in, and that’s what we’re doing.

“It’s that next step now. It’s the challenge for the squad, we’re going to try and get our shirts again and get in the team, work hard to try and impress [Rowett].

“That’s the aim, that’s the challenge he’s

given to us and that’s what we’re working towards.”

With Leeds Untied, Leicester City and Southampton relegated from the Premier League to replace Burnley, Sheffield United and Luton Town, the Championship will be even more of a challenge than last season.

But Cooper is actually embracing that.

“There are going to be some really great games this year, there are some really big clubs in the league,” he said. “It’s going to be a challenging season. You look at the top clubs that have come down, you’ve got big clubs that have come up as well in Ipswich and Sheffield Wednesday.

“It’s going to be a great season, it’s going to be interesting again. A typical Championship season where no one really knows what’s going to happen.

“It’s an exciting time and we need to make sure we’re fully prepared to take on all of those teams. I think it will suit us to play against the bigger clubs.”

Cooper and his team-mates are getting to know the two new members of the squad in Spain.

Kevin Nisbet and Joe Bryan joined from Hibernian and Fulham, respectively, and Cooper speaks very highly of the pair despite not having yet spent long in their company.

“Kevin seems great,” Cooper said. “I’ve only seen him train twice so far. He’s an energetic forward player, he’s good on the ball, he’s a good finisher. Hopefully he’ll add a lot to the side.

“Him and Bradders [Tom Bradshaw] could work well together with Zian [Flemming], George Honeyman and Duncan Watmore that we’ve got up there and the other attacking players that we’ve got.

“He’s settled in really well so far and I’m looking forward to seeing more of him as pre-season goes forward.

“I’ve played against Joe a few times and obviously everyone knows his calibre here in the Championship.

“He’s a great signing for the club.

He seems like a great guy as well, his personality is great for the dressing room.

I’m sure he’s going to fit in nicely and do really well for us.

“It’s exciting again just to see more of him and play alongside him. We’re enjoying being with the new boys.”

As one of the more experienced members of the squad, Cooper is being kept on his toes in training by an energetic younger short.

Players such as Romain Esse, Aidomo Emakhu and Sea Drozd are at the training camp and Cooper believes they are improving the quality of the sessions.

He said: “The young lads did really well last year [to win the Professional Development League national title] and showed the strength of the club at the minute in the [academy].

“We’ve got a few of them training with us at the moment. They’ve been very good, they fit in really well with the group.

It’s like they’re part of the squad now, they’ve made the first-team squad even stronger and they’re making training more challenging.

“It’s great to have them out here with us.”

Jake Cooper in training in Alicante

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Joe Bryan is with the squad in Spain

The Lions beat off competition from a number of clubs to sign defender

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By John Kelly garY roWETT has revealed that Millwall beat a number of Championship clubs to the signature of defender Joe Bryan.

Bryan, 29, joined from Fulham on a free transfer last week and is currently getting to know his new team-mates at their training camp in Alicante, Spain.

The Lions needed a left-sided defender after the departure of Scott Malone this summer. That left only Murray Wallace in that position.

Bryan has plenty of pedigree and experience. He started his career at Bristol City - who were one of the clubs

that wanted to sign him this summer and then had loan spells at Bath City and Plymouth Argyle before he joined the Cottagers for a reported £6million in the summer of 2018.

Bryan scored against Millwall in Fulham’s 3-1 win at The Den in the EFL cup that season.

He played the key role in helping Fulham to promotion to the Premier League when he scored two goals, both in extra-time, in the 2-1 win against Brentford in the 2020 Championship play-off final.

Bryan made sixteen Premier League appearances the following season, scoring against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Bryan spent last season on loan at

Ligue 1 side Nice where he made nine appearances and scored once.

“First and foremost we were looking for a player to come in and give us that balance on that side of the pitch,” Rowett said.

“He’s the type of player who can play as a wing-back, he can play as a full-back, he can play as a wide midfielder on that side.

“He’s got good experience and he’s at an age where he wants to come in and get that feeling of playing regularly back.

“He’s a player that has experienced promotion in this division. He’s been around this division and the Premier League for a while now.

“We think he’ll be a really good addition. He’s got a lovely left foot, he’s

got lots of quality and he’ll be a good attacking option down that side.

“We think he’ll be a really good fit for us. We beat a lot of clubs in the Championship to his signature so we’re really pleased with that.

“I think Joe can see the ambition of the club and how we want to move forward.”

Millwall could play a back four or five next season. In the latter formation they would need two left-sided defenders who are comfortable on the ball going forward.

Rowett hasn’t ruled out further reinforcing in that area of the pitch.

“For now we’ve got players down that side,” Rowett said. “I’d never say never on any of those positions. We want to add competition this year, we want to add

from Derby County in 2016.

Derbyshire-born Bennett will be closer to his family after the switch.

“I’m delighted to be back,” Bennett said on Burton’s official website. “I have fond memories here. Obviously, the last time I was here we got promoted to the Championship and there’s great people around the club.

“It’s nice to be closer to home again and there was opportunities to go elsewhere, but the main thing is to play games and enjoy football again.

“There are great supporters here and I think the infrastructure is in place at Burton for anyone to play and enjoy themselves.

“After speaking to the manager, he only wants us to go one way. I will do my all to do my best for the football club and for the team.”

The League One club’s boss Dino Maamria added: “He’s a top, top player.

He fits in exactly to the type of character we’re looking for. He’s a fully committed player.

“He’s brave and plays on the front foot and causes teams problems. He’s a real coup for us and I think our fans will love him with the way he plays and the commitment he shows on the pitch.

“He’s only 26 and he’s got a lot of improvement in front of him as well.

He’s definitely a Championship player and had chance to join other clubs in that league.

“We are very lucky to have him and hopefully we get the best out of him on a consistent basis.”

ex-lions attacker reveals key reason in Burton decision after leaving london this summer

By John Kelly

ForMEr MILLWaLL attacker Mason bennett has revealed being closer to home was a major factor in signing for Burton Albion.

Bennett, 26, was released by the Lions this summer after 103 games and eleven goals for the club.

Ex-England underage international Bennett has signed a two-year deal with the club he helped win promotion to the Championship while on loan

a greater depth to the squad again. We want to increase the quality once more.

“Of course there are other areas that we want to recruit in and we’re chasing players. Once we get a few more new players then you’re looking at the balance of the squad and where you might be able to add further.

“It’s difficult to say, ‘that’s it, we’re not going to sign any more that side’. It just depends on who might be available and what quality they have.

“But of course certainly those two players give us really good options.

Murray can play as a left-sided centreback, he can play on the left side of a four.

Joe can play as a left-back in a four and as a left wing-back. It gives us a nice balance of options which is what we want.”

Mason Bennett

Lions owner and chairman John Berylson

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tributes pour in for John beryLson Millwall owner tragically passed away this week

By John Kelly TrIbuTEs havE been pouring in after the shock passing of Millwall owner John Berylson on tuesday.

Berylson, 70, died in an accident in Massachusetts in the United States. He is survived by his wife Amy and three children, Jennifer, James and Elizabeth.

Millwall released the tragic news through a statement on Tuesday night.

A vast outpouring of tributes and grief followed across social media as supporters and ex-Lions players expressed their devastation as they struggled to come to terms with the news. Football clubs across the country also offered condolences to everyone connected with the Lions.

“Leader, Chairman and Friend,” former Lion Jed Wallace wrote. “Only a couple of weeks ago on the phone to hearing this shocking news. I can’t imagine how

everyone within in the club feels. Thank you for everything you did for me and my family, Mr Chairman. Your legacy will live on forever.”

Ex-Millwall captain Steve Morison said: “I don’t believe it, I can’t quite get my head around it.

"He’s someone who gave me my chance, as well as the manager [Neil Harris], but off the back of it the stuff he's done for me off the pitch, he’s been that one person within football who's always been constant and positive, who's got my back.

“I just can't believe it. Anyone who knows him won’t have a bad word to say about him. One heck of a human being.”

A tribute from Prostate Cancer UK demonstrated Berylson’s generosity.

“John declined sponsorships in order to promote Prostate Cancer UK, both in the stands and on the shirt,” they said. “Our

thoughts are with all of John's family, friends and colleagues at Millwall FC." Former Bermondsey MP Simon Hughes said: “John Berylson was the most committed, loyal and respected of men. We send our deepest sympathy to Amy and family at this time of devastating personal loss.

“John was the Lions’ King.

“Millwall could not have had a more determined and effective and generous owner and chairman over the last seventeen years. And I and so many others will never forget his personal kindness and support.

“John led the fight for the club’s survival in SE16 and saw off Lewisham Council when the borough was acting to force our club out of Bermondsey.

“The development of The Den and the club's determination to move Millwall into the Premier League must now go on as his legacy.’

Visit www.newsatden.co.uk for all the latest Millwall news online

Supporters flocked to The Den from Wednesday morning as the club opened a book of condolence at the ground.

On Tuesday night, they shared their shock at the news on social media.

Merv Payne, who has written books on the club, said: "John Berylson's passing isn't just Millwall's loss, it’s football's. At a time when the game is dominated by unscrupulous owners who put greed before club and supporters, JB was a perfect example of how to run a football club and treat their fans.”

Anthony Ellery posted: “Many fans have lost a connection with their football club due to poor ownership.

"The simple things like stability, support and continuous backing in all forms is what made John Berylson the perfect man for Millwall.

“We have been lucky to have had you.”

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keeper agrees new contract

By John Kelly MILLWaLL havE extended the contract of goalkeeper Connal Trueman until the summer of 2025.

Trueman, 27, joined the Lions from Birmingham City last summer.

The former AFC Wimbledon, Swindon Town and Oxford United stopper has been third choice behind George Long and Bartosz Bialkowski and has yet to make a senior appearance for the club.

Millwall now have three goalkeepers under contract and are unlikely to need to look at that department this summer.

The Lions have other priorities and have targets in defence, midfield and attack.

Bialkowski had been Millwall’s first-choice goalkeeper for more than three seasons before losing his place to Long in the last campaign.

Gary Rowett’s side had the fifthbest defence in the Championship last season after conceding 50 goals in 46 games. That was bettered only by the three promoted sides, Burnley, Sheffield United and Luton Town, and fifthplace Coventry City.

Trueman has been praised for the way he works with Long and Bialkowski and those three will again battle it out next season for a place in the team and match-day squad.

Millwall’s goalkeeping coach Andy Marshall gave his reaction to the deal.

"I am really pleased that Connal will be remaining at the club for the upcoming season,” Marshall said.

“I’ve really enjoyed working with him since his arrival, he has a terrific work ethic and is a valued member of the squad.”

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