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80 JOBS TO BE CUT AS PART OF CITY HALL £6.6MILLION ‘EFFICIENCY’ PROGRAMME
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By Ruby Gregory Local Democracy Reporters
THERE ARE 80 roles within the Greater London Authority (GLA) still at risk, senior officials have confirmed as City Hall was condemned for the “alarming” scale of job cuts.
In March, City Hall stated that it needed to save about £10 million through cuts to staffing posts, and subsequently consulted on the first £7million of the figure through the reduction of 101 roles across some parts of the GLA, which employs over 1,500 people.
At the start of the process 189 members of staff were put at risk, though the figure now sits at 80. So far 39 at-risk staff have already had applications accepted for voluntary redundancy, 32 have been “assimilated” into the new structure, and 27 were redeployed into other GLA posts.
The process is set to be concluded by the beginning of July.
After the consultation stage in April, the GLA accepted the trade union Unison’s alternative proposal for “ring fencing arrangements” –
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meaning staff will be given priority for any suitable alternative roles – as well as offering staff a four-week trial period in any role they are redeployed to.
GLA officials have also reinstated six posts initially highlighted for “deletion”, while another five selected for cuts could yet be restored.
“In making those changes in response to the consultation feedback, it means that we will not achieve the full £7.2 million savings we consulted on,” GLA Chief Officer Mary Harpley told the London Assembly GLA Oversight Committee on Wednesday (May 20).
“I can’t change the plan to delete posts and still save the same money. We will not know the final figure that we’ve achieved through this first consultation until July.
“I estimate that we will still save about £6.6 million from this round of savings and efficiencies. The shortfall on this phase means that we will have to add that into the remaining phase of consultation, which we will plan to do in the autumn.”
However, the trade union Unison, which represents some GLA staff, delivered another
scathing intervention on City Hall’s efficiency programme, suggesting it wll leave “key parts of the authority seriously understaffed.”
London regional secretary Sara Gorton told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS): “Job losses on this scale at the Greater London Authority are alarming and disappointing.
“These proposals will leave key parts of the authority seriously understaffed, and that will cause serious damage to public services for communities across London.
“UNISON has made clear its strong opposition to these changes and will to support the workers it represents who are affected.”
During the committee meeting, Green Party Assembly Member Caroline Russell asked Ms Harpley whether remaining staff would be required to take on an increased, and in some cases unsustainable, workload.
Ms Harpley said: “The new programs will have too be very efficient and effective in the way we plan to resource them…without putting unreasonable demands on teams that have been cut.”
She confirmed there would be an “extra
layer of oversight” on affected teams to ensure “people aren’t being overloaded.”
The scale of the job cuts was first outlined in the 2026/27 GLA Budget, which said that “up to £10 million per year will need to be found through wider organisational savings” to mitigate the loss of a “parachute payment” that was designed to soften the blow of losing EU funding post-Brexit.
Conservative Assembly Member Alessandro Georgiou criticised the Mayor for excluding his own office from the scope of job cuts.
He told the LDRS: “Sadiq Khans mayoral team has increased in size significant since he became Mayor yet his appointees are now immune from job cuts at City Hall. This is fundamentally unfair and will do nothing other than depress morale at City Hall.”
Questioned about why this was, Ms Harpley responded: “I’ve been very clear with staff from the very beginning, we had agreed with the Mayor’s Office where we would be seeking efficiencies from.
“We need to, in the light of financial constraints, make sure our resources are used most efficiently as possible
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The UK’s all-time highest May temperature record has been broken
FIVE SOUTH LONDON SWIMMING SPOTS TO COOL DOWN DURING THE HEATWAVE
By Gabriel Stewart
STRUGGLING TO stay with it as London swelters in the heat? Don’t worry, here’s five swimming spots to keep cool over the coming day.
The UK’s all-time highest May temperature record was broken on Monday May 25 at Kew Gardens with a whopping 34.8C recorded and the heat is only set to continue.
It is the kind of weather where being near or in water is essential for many to get by, so we’ve compiled a list of top outdoor swimming spots for South Londoners to get some relief from the heat...
SURREY DOCKS FITNESS AND WATERSPORTS CENTRE
Swimmers can now go for a dip at London’s oldest riverside dock, Greenland Dock in Rotherhithe.
The dock, built in 1695-99, was introduced as an open water swimming spot in August 2024 as
part of Southwark Council’s Surrey Docks Fitness and Watersports Centre site.
If you want beautiful views of the capital’s skyline whilst you swim then this 300m swimming loop might be the spot for you at just £9 a pop.
The dock is a short walk from Surrey Quays station on the London Overground or Canada Water on the Jubilee line.
Address: Surrey Docks Fitness and Watersports Centre, Rope St, London SE16 7SX
Book here: https://southwarkleisure.co.uk/ watersports/ Cost: £9 a sesson
CHARLTON LIDO AND LIFESTYLE CLUB
Home to an olympic-sized heated outdoor pool, Charlton Lido is open to swimmers all-year round and even boasts a summer sun terrace.
The last municipal lido to be built in London, the 50m pool opened in 1939 but was closed between 2004 and 2012 before it was re-opened by charitable social enterprise GLL
This South London gem includes a children’s pool, gym and cafe for visitors to use in the centre of Hornfair Park.
Address: Charlton Lido and Lifestyle Club, Hornfair Park, Shooters Hill Rd,
London SE18 4LX
Book here: https://www.better.org. uk/leisure-centre/london/greenwich/ charlton-lido/prices
Cost: £11.50 for adults, £5.50 for kids
BROCKWELL LIDO
Ranked London’s top outdoor swimming spot by Time Out earlier this year, Brockwell Lido is a favourite for many Londoners throughout the year, but especially when it gets hot.
The 50-metre lido first opened in 1937 and was built in an Art Deco style as part of London County Council’s initiative to bring “the seaside to the city”.
The unheated pool is the ideal summer location to go for a swim, top up on some sunrays and maybe even eat a few sourdough pizzas at the lido’s cafe.
Address: Brockwell Lido, Dulwich Rd, London SE24 0PA
Book here: https://www.fusionlifestyle.com/brockwell-lido/ Cost: £9.50 for adults
TOOTING BEC LIDO
After a £4 million revamp, Tooting Bec Lido is open again to the public this summer.
Tooting’s pool has been a local favourite since opening in 1906, with its multicoloured changing huts giving it an iconic look.
The largest outdoor freshwater pool in the UK, at just over 90m, it is frequented by swimmers at all times of the year.
There is a paddling pool for the kids and a cafe for any lunches or snacks to get you through the day.
Address: Tooting Bec Lido, Tooting Bec Rd, London SW16 1RU
Book here: https://www. placesleisure.org/centres/tootingbec-lido/centre-activities/lidoinformation/ Cost: £9.40 for adults and £5.20 for kids.
RUSKIN PARK PADDLING POOL
Opening over the bank holiday weekend, Ruskin Park Paddling Pool is ready to host families throughout the summer season.
The Lambeth pool has brought joy and summer fun to the local community for generations and will be open until mid September.
Brand new picnic tables have been built by Friends of Ruskin Park this year, with volunteers working with Lambeth Council to run the paddling pool.
Ruskin Park, Denmark Hill, London SE5 8EL
Cost: Free but you can text SPLASH to 70450 to donate £3 to help with running costs
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Yachts from the Surrey Docks Water Sports Centre on Greenland Dock. Credit: Diamond Geezer
Brockwell Lido was named London’s best outdoor spot to swim Credit: Flock Creative
Tooting Bec Lido. Photo from Wandsworth Council
The paddling pool in Ruskin Park
Brockwell Lido, stock image
By Flora Bigham and Francesca Papp
BERMONDSEY JAZZ SALSA DAY
Grassroots music company Unity Music Arts announced they won’t be hosting their usual monthly series of jazz days this summer. Instead, they’re offering one day of live music-making and salsa dancing.
Date: July 19
Time: 1:00-6:00pm
Price: Free
Location: Bermondsey Square, SE1 3UN
TIME TRAIN – PEOPLE’S COMPANY
Inclusive community theatre group People’s Company presents their new musical Time Train at Southwark Playhouse.
The piece recounts the history of Bermondsey and Rotherhithe from the Roman era into the future through song and storytelling. Featuring 25 actors from the borough.
Dates: Wednesday 27- Friday 29 May Price: TBC boxof�ice@southwarkplayhouse.co.uk
Location: Southwark Playhouse, 1 Dante Place, SE11 southwarkplayhouse.co.uk
RALLY FESTIVAL
RALLY returns to Southwark Park on Saturday, 29 August 2026 for its fourth annual celebration of independent culture. Headlined by Blood Orange, the one-day festival celebrates London’s music and arts communities.
This year’s edition features Daniel Avery (live), Optimo (Espacio), James K, Nabihah Iqbal, Smerz, Roman Flügel and many more.
Dates: Saturday 29 August - Sunday 30 August
Price: £71.00 - £76.50
Location: Southwark Park rallyrallyrally.co.uk
OUR PICK OF SUMMER EVENTS
COMING UP IN SE1 AND SE16
WATERLOO PUB WALK
Join WeAreWaterloo and BID member Tally Ho on a free post-work pub crawl. Guided by a charismatic local storyteller, participants will wander the winding lanes and lively streets of Waterloo and Lower Marsh. From medieval manors and marshland to Victorian industry and wartime resilience. Starting with The King’s Arms tucked away on Roupell Street, then onto The Duke of Sussex on Baylis Road, and The Pineapple on Hercules Road.
Date: June 25 Time: 5 - 7pm https://wearewaterloo.co.uk/events
Calling all 365 party girls -- Queer Cinema Arzner celebrates ‘brat summer’, hosting a movie marathon which promises to rack up 540 minutes. The event features music video, prizes and goodies. Dress in lime green.
Date: July 18
Time: 6:00pm Price: Adult £30.00; Concession Member, £26.50 thearzner.com
LATE NIGHT DISCO DAY PARTY
DJ pair James and Jonny, aka Late-Night Disco Party celebrate 11 years on the
dancefloor, curating an afternoon of disco at Bermondsey Bar and Kitchen.
Expect sun-soaked grooves, the pair’s signature blend of disco and house. Feel-good energy from start to finish.
Date: August 23
Time: 2:00-8:00pm
Price: Free
Location: 40 Bermondsey Street, SE1 4UD de.ra.co/events/2229431
GEORG BASELITZ EXHIBITION
White Cube Bermondsey presents a major exhibition of new large-scale paintings and works on paper by German artist Georg Baselitz. Known for his raw, expressive style and upside-down compositions, Baselitz challenges artistic conventions with provocative, fractured figures. Visitors can expect human and animal forms on luminous gold backgrounds and a new series of paintings depicting Indian deities.
Dates: June 10 – August 1
Price: Free
Location: 144-152 Bermondsey Street, SE1 whitecube.com
TALL TALES AND COCKTAILS
A new series of comedy rooted in real-life storytelling has arrived at The Glitch Theatre in Waterloo
By Evie Flynn
THE COMEDY Night, Tall Tales and Cocktails, has just celebrated its fourth birthday and marked the occasion with a move to Waterloo.
A “tall tale” refers to exaggerated or unbelievable stories – and that’s exactly what audiences can expect at each show.
The concept was founded by comedian Steve Mayne, who wanted to take a different approach to stand-up, and the evening features little to no audience participation. “No one will be asked what their name is or what they do for a living,” he said. “It’s all about the stories being told.” We went along to the opening night, and what a laugh it was.
From unbelievable comedy stories to moments that made the whole room
cringe, each act brought something completely different. Performances from Tom Dell, James Townsend, Steve Vertigo and Julia Holden had the audience constantly changing between bursts of laughter and second-hand embarrassment, all seamlessly held together by host Steve.
Steve, who grew up in East London, says the idea was inspired by his childhood memories of sitting in pub back rooms, listening to the “crazy stories” adults would share.
Drawing on his experience as a comic, he turned that inspiration into a long-running comedy night. Each event features four different acts, including some wellknown names from the industry, and has consistently received five-star reviews.
The names of the acts are not traditionally shared until just before the event. “We have had some huge comics
like Mark Thomas and Red Richardson,” Steve said. “We don’t share the lineup as we want people to come for the storytelling experience, rather than just the names.”
“I miss when people would go to the bar to talk to people,” Steve explained. “This night is all about bringing the community together through storytellingcelebrating people’s similarities rather than highlighting their differences.”
After a successful residency at The Rosemary Branch Theatre in Islington, the well-loved event is heading south to Lower Marsh’s Glitch Theatre for a threemonth run.
Tickets cost £10.50 or £8 concessions, available from www.theglitch.london/ events The Glitch Theatre, 134 Lower Marsh, SE1 7AE
CHARLI XCX MARATHON
By Evie Flynn
A RARE harbour seal with a distinctive orange tinge – which was often spotted on the beach in Rotherhithe, Greenwich and the O2 – has passed away.
Affectionately nicknamed ‘Marmalade’ for her distinctive colouring, the female seal was found dead on Thursday 14 May – but the cause of her death is unknown.
A farewell ceremony was held for the “funny, beautiful girl” on Sunday 16 May, organised by volunteers from the Thames Seal Watch.
Thames Seal Watch announced the news on Instagram on Thursday 14 May: “Our beautiful Marmalade was found dead yesterday evening.
“There is no obvious causes of death and up to when she was last seen, only days ago, she was in good shape.
“Unfortunately, an autopsy was unable to be performed, due to the time she had been in the water, so her death will remain a mystery.”
The group, who look after the welfare of seals on the Thames, estimate that Marmalade was around three years old – known as a ‘sub adult’.
She was also very rare and there are currently 599 Harbour Seals in the Thames Estuary, compared to nearly 3,000 Grey Seals.
Volunteers gathered at the Ship in Greenwich on Saturday (16 May) to throw flowers into the water at the beach she frequented.”
Linda Cook, a local Rotherhithe resident, said: “She became a bit of a celebrity, especially at Rotherhithe.
“She loved the attention from amazed passers-by and would always put on a show and pose for photos.”
Thames Seal Watch posted on Instagram: “Thank you Marmalade for bringing us together to celebrate you
and for jumpstarting the movement to educate the wider community and help protect our local seals.
“We don’t know what happened to Marmalade, but we know that she was thriving while this bunch was looking
A GINGER SEAL THAT BECAME A ‘LOCAL CELEBRITY’ IS FOUND DEAD
after her. Many thanks to those who were also key players in keeping her safe but couldn’t be here tonight.”
“We are all shocked and mourning this funny, beautiful girl who brought entire communities together out of
awe, curiosity and a deep desire to protect her and our local marine life.” Authorities urge the public to report any washed-up animals directly to the Port of London Authority (PLA).
Ten-year-old boy saves mum’s life
He called 999 after she suffered a stroke
By Gabriel Stewart
A TEN-YEAR-OLD boy saved his mum’s life after calling 999 when she was suffering from a stroke and has now been awarded a London Ambulance Service certificate.
Isaiah was getting ready for football when his mum Sabrina suddenly started struggling to form words and collapsed at their home in Sydenham.
Sabrina, 36, said: “I was on the phone to my mum and I started slurring my words. My mum asked if I was having a stroke.”
Isaiah came into the bedroom and, despite the upsetting scene, managed to muster the courage to call 999.
Sabrina said: “I know he was overwhelmed and scared but he handled the situation with such grace.”
Isaiah then ran to let London Ambulance crews in when they arrived at the door and led them through to the bedroom where his mum had fallen.
Isaiah said: “I feel really proud for saving my mummy. When she stopped talking, I had to call London Ambulance otherwise she would have got worse. I was very worried and then I heard the sirens.”
Sabrina said the stroke was a ‘complete shock’ but through a change
of diet and exercise she has ‘been able to get back to where I should be’.
Isaiah was awarded a certificate at London Ambulance Service’s Waterloo Headquarters to recognise his bravery, where he thanked the paramedics and call handler for coming to their aid.
Paramedic Josh, from Bromley Ambulance Station, who was among those who responded, said: “Sabrina is still here smiling because of what Isaiah did. He remained very calm and told us exactly what happened to his mum.
“He was quite overwhelmed by the sirens, so we gave him some headphones so he could listen to music when we took them to hospital.
“We stayed with Isaiah until his father arrived. Isaiah just wanted to know that his mum was ok.”
Sabrina said: “I’m very proud that Isaiah has been recognised for his bravery and that he has used what I’ve taught him about calling 999 in an emergency. He felt really chuffed being rewarded with a certificate.”
She added: “The paramedics definitely inspired him and he’s eager to learn more about the ambulance service.”
Josh said it was an important lesson for all: “Parents should teach their children how to call 999, ensure they
know their address and listen to instructions given by the call handlers. They will guide your children on what they need to do in an emergency.”
Symptoms of a stroke may include face weakness, arm weakness or speech problems and is more likely to happen to those who are older but can happen at any age.
It is a life-threatening emergency and members of the public should follow the FAST acronym which stands for: face, arms, speech and time to call 999.
KING’S COLLEGE HOSPITAL FEATURES IN MADE IN CHELSEA STAR’S SERIES ON LIVER TRANSPLANT
By
up his liver
disease, which has been dormant in his body since he was born.
Matilda Guyatt is a live donor liver coordinator at King’s who features in the series, and she spoke about her role supporting people through the distressing period.
“We love seeing people’s lives change
for the better, and we see the huge impact that liver transplant surgery has on people’s lives,” she said.
Sam, who is the nephew of Real Housewives icon Lisa Vanderpump, is joined on-screen by his wife Alice as they navigate the wait for a transplant, highlighting the nationwide issue of
donation waitlists.
The two-part series will follow the star as he grapples with the procedure and decides whether to wait for a donor organ or to receive part of a relative’s liver.
Matilda added: “All patients, and their families, will experience a real roller-coaster of emotions, and we are here to help them with that, as well as the clinical and logistical components of getting ready for transplantation, recovering afterwards, and returning to a normal life.”
The Vanderpumps married sooner than expected in a pared-back ceremony while Sam was waiting for a transplant, and Alice was pregnant with their son, Archduke.
“Plan for the worst, hope for the best,” said Sam on the reality show.
The pair frequently upload informative videos to their social media, answering questions on the logistics of live donation.
King’s College Hospital has 16 transplant coordinators, who work with patients in the run up to surgery and provide follow up support.
Matilda said: “We will also follow patients up for years – we are here for transplant patients whenever they need us, be that four or forty years after their operation. This ongoing support is vital for them.”
You can watch Matilda and her King’s colleagues on Made in Chelsea: Sam Vanderpump’s Story on All 4.
Romilly Schulte
KING’S COLLEGE Hospital features in an E4 Made in Chelsea docuseries following Sam Vanderpump as he waits for a liver transplant.
Made in Chelsea: Sam Vanderpump’s Story follows the reality star as he lives with his end stage liver disease and receives support from specialists at the Camberwell hospital.
Last year, the 29-year-old revealed that he was expected to live five years without a transplant after a bout of flu last December flared
Isaiah was reunited with paramedic Josh at London Ambulance Service’s Waterloo Headquarters
Matilda Guyatt
Sam Vanderpump
8 NEWS
By Gabriel Stewart
FIVE MEN have been sentenced to a combined total of 107 years for murdering Giovanny Rendon Bedoya after he was chased and stabbed in what police called a ‘sustained and extremely violent attack’ on the streets of Walworth last April.
The 21-year-old died after being found with multiple stab wounds behind a block of flats on Hillingdon Street between Walworth and Kennington on April 14, 2025.
Police were called at around 9:15pm to reports of a group fighting with knives before Giovanny was tragically pronounced dead under an hour later at 10:07pm.
The investigation revealed there had been a chase through a nearby alleyway before Giovanny was cornered and attacked, with a post-mortem examination finding the cause of death to be multiple sharp-force injuries.
Five men, aged between 19 and 22, were sentenced at the Old Bailey On Wednesday after being convicted of murder on Tuesday 14th April following an 11-week trial.
Detective Chief Inspector Kate Blackburn investigation, thanked the people of Walworth in a statement released after the sentences were handed out for helping police put together ‘a timeline of what had happened that night’. Detectives had reviewed over 1,500 hours of CCTV footage to connect the five men to Giovannys murder.
THE ATTACKERS WERE SENTENCED AS FOLLOWED:
• Joseph Jimenez, 22, of no fixed address, was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 22 years.
• Angel Gonzalez Angulo, 19, from Camberwell was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 21 years.
• Bryan Villada Hernandez, 20, from Walworth was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 21 years.
• Zozoro Mohamed Olivier Boizo, 21, also from Walworth was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 21 years.
• Christian Batista Gonzalez, 22, from Layton was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 22 years.
FIVE MEN JAILED FOR LIFE AFTER WALWORTH MURDER
Giovanny Rendon Bedoya was chased and cornered by a gang on residential street last year and stabbed to death
Bryan Villada Hernandez was arrested at the scene and forensic examination of his clothing found Giovanny’s blood on his tracksuit and damage consistent with contact from a knife.
The court heard that messages recovered from Hernandez’s phone also showed discussions about destroying evidence and concerns about police activity.
Met detectives also found that a residential address on Langdale Close in Walworth was being used as a squat after reviewing over 1,500 hours of CCTV.
Angel Gonzalez Angulo and Zozoro Mohamed Olivier Boizo fled the address after the attack and travelled by taxi to a
By Evie Flynn
Met Police have said that four teenagers, aged 16 and 17, have been arrested following the incident, which happened in broad daylight at roughly 12:30pm on
Sunday afternoon, May 17. Shocked bystanders – who watched behind a temporary metal fence – saw the three teenagers wrestle each other whilst waving large blades.
Three boys were arrested near the scene, while a fourth was arrested later on Sunday evening.
Two of the boys who were arrested were reported to have suffered injuries in the incident, which were not life-
friend’s home.
CCTV captured Angulo changing clothing and carrying a bin bag, which prosecutors said was the ‘disposal of blood-stained items and weapons’.
Christian Batista Gonzalez managed to leave the UK but was arrested near Barcelona on 19 May last year and extradited back.
Joseph Jimenez fled London and was arrested over a year after the killing around 70 miles away in Chichester, West Sussex.
In a statement to the court, Mr Bedoya’s mother said the five attackers ‘took away his (Giovani’s) life in the most brutal of ways.’
She added: “My son was killed in a
country that I do not know, and I do not speak the language of. This put me in an extremely vulnerable position as I have had no choice but to rely on other people this entire last year.
“Every time my phone has rung from an overseas number, my heart skipped a beat and I would answer tentatively, in fear of hearing more bad news.
“I thank God and the whole police team who have put their heart and soul in the case of my son. I am grateful for all of the support from my liaison officer. My life will not be long enough for me to be able to thank you.”
Detective Chief Inspector Kate Blackburn, who led the Met’s investigation, said: “Today’s sentences
show that those who commit vicious and brutal attacks will face significant, life-altering consequences.
“The group acted together during a sustained and extremely violent attack, chasing and killing Giovanny, showing brutality and reckless violence.”
Blackburn added: “This was a complex case, and I would like to thank the community of Walworth who supported our investigation and provided us with a timeline of what had happened that night.
“The group acted with no thought to what others would see or hear and I am truly grateful for all those who came forward and gave their harrowing accounts.”
‘Knife brawl’ filmed in Burgess Park
threatening or life-changing.
The footage shows two hooded males, dressed in all black, swiping at each other with knives before one slips and falls to the ground.
A third male then enters the frame and appears to pin the teenager to the floor.
Moments later, a bystander runs towards the group and intervenes, helping to separate the teenagers and appears to bring the fight to an end.
The man can be heard shouting, “What are you doing? Stop it,” as he separates the boys.
The male who had been pinned then appears to get on an electric scooter and ride away.
The person filming the footage is doing so through a temporary metal fence and several bystanders appear to have watched the incident.
The video, which was originally posted
to X, was captioned: “This happened today 17/05/26 in Burgess Park, SE London, where I play football every Sunday morning.”
“The knife crime in London is alarming, the man who separated those boys deserves a medal, he saved a life”.
Police said four boys, aged 16 and 17, were arrested on suspicion of offences including affray, causing grievous bodily harm and possession of an offensive weapon.
A spokesperson for Met Police said: “Police were called at around 12:30hrs on Sunday, 17 May to reports of an altercation in Burgess Park, Camberwell.
“Officers attended and searched the area with the assistance of the police helicopter.
“Four boys, aged 16 and 17, were arrested on suspicion of offences including affray, causing grievous bodily
harm and possession of an offensive weapon.
“Three boys were arrested near the scene, while a fourth was arrested later on Sunday evening. All four boys remain in police custody. Two of the boys who were arrested were reported to have suffered injuries in the incident, which were not life-threatening or life-changing.
“One, a 17-year-old boy, self-presented at hospital for treatment to wounds and was discharged later that afternoon, following which he was arrested at a property in Southwark.
“The second boy, a 16-year-old, was taken to hospital by police and was later discharged.
“The investigation continues. Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 3298/17MAY or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.”
A FIGHT involving three knifewielding teenagers in Burgess Park was caught on camera — before a brave bystander stepped in to break it up.
Joseph Jimenez Bryan Villada Hernandez
Christian Batista Gonzalez
Angel Gonzalez Angulo
Zozoro Mohamed Olivier Boizo
By Gabriel Stewart
A LONDON bus driver, described as “a wonderful husband, father and grandfather”, has died after being assaulted on Battersea Bridge - as Unite call on Transport for London to take “immediate action” to ensure bus workers safety.
Sergei Krajev, a First Bus employee working on the 49 bus, was airlifted to St George’s Hospital after being found critically injured on the bridge just after midnight at around 00:30am on Monday, May 25.
The 64-year-old spent two days in intensive care before the Metropolitan Police confirmed he passed away on Tuesday 19 May.
A 32-year-old man from Twickenham, has previously appeared in court charged with causing grievous bodily harm and was remanded in custody.
Police said a murder investigation has been launched and reported that an assault had happened on the pavement whilst the bus had been stationary at a stop.
Sergei’s family said in a statement: “We feel fortunate to have had such a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather in our lives. He was a thoughtful, tactful, and conscientious person who cared about those around him.
“In his role as a bus driver, he was punctual, reliable and willing to help. He valued good relationships with his colleagues and approached his duties with care and dedication.
Sharon Graham, general secretary of trade union Unite, offered her condolences and said: “TFL needs to take immediate action to ensure the safety of all bus workers. No bus worker should be subjected to violence whilst carrying out their duties.”
Unite said that London bus driver do not currently receive training in how to deal with violence and diffuse similar situations despite TFL providing this for Underground staff.
Graham said: “Tfl and the bus companies must now swiftly introduce training for drivers on how to respond and deal with violent confrontations.”
But, Tfl have said that all bus drivers receive training on conflict awareness and avoidance. This was first included in a TfL-led two-day bus driver training course delivered to all bus drivers and has since been incorporated into all operator induction training.
MURDER INVESTIGATION LAUNCHED AFTER DEATH OF BUS DRIVER ON BATTERSEA BRIDGE
Police said: “This incident took place on one of London’s busiest bridges and we are continuing to appeal for anyone with information to come forward.”
They said workplace violence and abuse prevention training is a requirement in all of TfL’s contracts with bus operators and further information can be found in the Tfl manual for bus drivers.
Siwan Hayward, Director of Security, Policing and Enforcement at TfL, said:
“We are devastated by the death of our colleague Sergei Krajev, and our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues at this incredibly
difficult time. We continue to support the police with their investigation into this shocking incident.
“We take all forms of violence extremely seriously and remain committed to protecting our staff and customers across the network, taking the strongest possible action against anyone committing violence or abuse.
“We will not stand for any violence or aggression and will continue to do everything possible to protect
everyone’s right to go to work and travel without fear or intimidation.”
Det Insp Sarah Lee, who is leading the investigation, said: “We recognise the concern this will cause within the local community and among those who work across our public transport network. We want to reassure those impacted that our officers are working closely with Transport for London as part of our investigation.
“This incident took place on one of
London’s busiest bridges and we are continuing to appeal for anyone with information to come forward. If you have dashcam or mobile phone footage of what happened, it is important that we see it.”
The Metropolitan Police said anyone with information that could help investigations should call 101 quoting CAD 174/18May or, to remain anonymous, independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Teen stabbed at what has been dubbed a ‘TikTok gathering’
By Evie Flynn
A 17-YEAR-OLD boy suffered stab wounds and nine others were arrested at a “unauthorised gathering” of teenagers in Clapham Common last Friday (May 22).
Police were called after fighting broke out on Clapham Common at an alleged ‘music event’ that was promoted widely on the TikTok social media platform.
Social media videos show a large police presence and vehicles stationed around the park.
A 17-year-old boy was taken to hospital with stab wounds but his injuries were assessed as neither lifechanging nor life-threatening.
A Met spokesperson said: “We
were called on Friday, 22 May to an unauthorised gathering on Clapham Common.
“The group were dispersed by officers after fighting broke out in the crowd. Nine arrests were made.
“A 17-year-old boy was taken to hospital with stab wounds. His injuries were assessed as neither lifechanging nor life-threatening.
“Anyone who has information should come forward to police by calling 101 and quoting CAD8948/22May.”
THE FOLLOWING SIX TEENAGERS WERE ARRESTED AND BAILED:
• A 14-year-old boy was arrested for grievous bodily harm (GBH) and affray
• A 16-year-old boy was arrested for GBH and affray
• A 16-year-old boy was arrested for affray
• A 17-year-old boy was arrested for affray
• A 19-year-old man was arrested for affray
• An 18-year-old man was arrested for assault on police
THREE OTHERS WERE ALSO ARRESTED AND HAVE SINCE BEEN CHARGED:
• A 17-year-old boy was arrested for affray and charged with possession of a knife
• A 15-year-old boy was arrested and charged with possession of a knife
• A 20-year-old man was arrested and charged with possession of a knife
Sergei Krajev was attacked whilst working on the 49 bus route from Shepherd’s Bush to Clapham
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GOLDSMITHS STUDENTS’ END LIBRARY OCCUPATION AFTER 32 DAYS OF PROTEST
They were trying to bring the university to book over cost-cutting measures
By Ruby Gregory Local Democracy Reporters
GOLDSMITHS STUDENTS have ended their occupation of the university library after 32 days of protesting against cost-cutting measures which they claim have left 269 staff members at risk of losing their jobs.
Students who are part of the ‘Free Goldsmiths’ movement began their 24-hour occupation of the library in Lewisham in south east London on April 19 and had been taking overnight shifts to sleep there in solidarity with university staff.
Among those believed to be at risk of losing their jobs include academics, as well as cleaners, security and maintenance staff who are essential to the day-to-day running of the university.
Goldsmiths is one of the top 10 universities in London and is internationally renowned for its creative and cultural approach to degree courses including the arts, humanities and social sciences. But management has said the university needs to make £22million in cuts by the end of the 2026/27 academic year.
A Goldsmiths spokesperson told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) students agreed to conclude the occupation after discussions with the university’s deputy Vice-Chancellor Annabel Kiernan, which they said had been ongoing since the occupation began.
The spokesperson added: “We agreed to a range of measures including meeting the group weekly, working together to build understanding of the financial
challenges we’re facing up to and to jointly address the funding crisis hitting every in university across the UK.”
The spokesperson previously told the LDRS that the university is operating in a “disrupted environment defined by declining enrolment”, adding that student numbers have fallen by more than a quarter in the last five years.
The spokesperson added: “Moreover, the funding, regulatory and policy context in England puts additional pressure on Goldsmiths because of our location in London and our academic offer.
“Without purposeful redesign, our institution will continue to face a structural financial deficit and an operating model that is not aligned with future learners, regulatory expectations or the pressing realities of our sector.”
Joe Newman, who is co-president of Goldsmiths University and College Union (GUCU) and works as a lecturer in the music department, said this is the third round of redundancies and restructuring in five years.
Mr Newman said: “It’s the biggest in terms of it impacting, right now, around one in four staff from professional services primarily, though also some academics. They are looking to make more academics redundant in the autumn term.
“For some reason that we can’t quite fathom, management are intent on trying to save £22million in total – of which £20million will be from staff cuts. The reason why we’re so confused about the large figure is they tried to save £20million two years ago, during what they called the transformation programme where they saved £16.1million.”
He went on to say: “If you cut a
programme or if you sack a staff member, you don’t get that expertise back overnight. It takes years, sometimes decades to build that kind of community of students and learning in a particular area.
“And it’s what’s happened already this year in some of those areas that have been axed completely behind the scenes. The changes have gone through committees that have kind of signed it off, but the university hasn’t really engaged staff, students or unions at all – even though we’ve been pushing to be involved in those decisions all year.”
Luca Di Mambro-Moor, a sociology student involved in the occupation, told the LDRS that a ‘notice to vacate’ was allegedly placed on one of the library doors a few weeks ago. The LDRS asked Goldsmiths about this but received no response.
During the occupation of the library, Mr Di Mambro-Moor said: “We’re going [to occupy the library] for as long as we can. We had a notice to vacate that was put on the door a few weeks ago, but since that we’ve had nothing more.
“We’re kind of calling their bluff in a way and waiting for them to try and take out an injunction because obviously we’re in a library that you’re allowed to study in for 24 hours. We’re waiting them out and we’ll keep doing this and organising around this issue.”
Mr Di Mambro-Moor described the situation as personally “devastating” and feels caught in a “chaotic cycle of cuts”.
His current undergraduate course in sociology and politics actually closed two years ago, meaning he is one of only three students remaining in the final cohort. His plans to study a Masters in Sociology have also been cut short as Goldsmiths is
reportedly planning to cut 90 of its 190 postgraduate courses.
Mr Di Mambro-Moor added: “I’ve been here since 2022 and so this is the third programme of cuts that I’ve seen at Goldsmiths.
“During the last time, most of my department was made redundant, so to have it happen again is quite shocking.”
Serena Yip, who is studying a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Curating, said: “One of the main concerns is that as the second largest workforce in Lewisham, a lot of the cuts are targeting people of colour and we’ve had staff coming in crying to us, they’ve been telling us they’ve been losing nights of sleep.
“Some of the staff are also disabled, they’re also carers of their own families which makes it very, very difficult for them to be employed anywhere else.”
Ms Yip said during the 137-day occupation of Deptford Town Hall which was led by a group called Goldsmiths Anti-Racist Action (GARA) in 2019, campaigners successfully fought for cleaners and security workers to become in-house staff instead of being outsourced.
However, she says despite the success of the previous occupation, current demands are being “completely ignored” by management as these workers are “at risk again”.
Ms Yip and others allege that on the same day the notice to vacate was issued, an exhibition which formed part of an end of year assessment had been “torn down” just a few hours before the opening night. Goldsmiths did not respond to this allegation.
Ms Yip said: “We have a lot of anxiety about how this university is kind of
becoming a very hostile environment for students to express their political views through art and if this would manifest into a practice of political censorship at Goldmiths.
“We suspect it might also be targeted towards some of us students in BA Curating as some of the students are also occupiers who are occupying for Free Goldsmiths right now.”
Jen Crossan, a part-time anthropology student who has been at Goldsmiths since 2022, said the situation is very “anxietyridden” for students because “you don’t really know what’s going to happen”.
She added: “I think a lot of us are really unsure of how exactly the university and the courses are going to run with this kind of massive cut of lecturers.
“We still don’t know the full details of what it means for courses and students, but from experience we have an idea.”
A spokesperson for Goldsmiths said: “The Future Goldsmiths programme provides an integrated institutionwide plan to deliver long-term financial sustainability while preparing Goldsmiths for a transformed academic and operating environment.
“Goldsmiths is recognised and celebrated around the world, with a reputation and legacy that is the envy of many others across the UK and internationally.”
They added: “We are known for the unique contribution we make to?education and society?and culture more broadly.
“As we go through these changes, we will continue centering our students and their interests, outcomes, and experience to make sure they receive the best support possible to help achieve their ambitions.”
Students have been occupying the library at Goldsmiths since April 19
RARE PUBLIC OPEN STUDIO WEEKEND
Celebrating 20 years of Peckham’s Galleria, a revolutionary artist space
By Romilly Schulte
A FIRST of its kind, Peckham’s Galleria offers vital workspace for the capital’s artists at half the price of London’s average studio rent.
Birthed in 2006 as part of a project to provide affordable studio space, its resident artists will celebrate the development’s 20-year anniversary in a rare open studio weekend this June.
Painters Eva Bosch and Julian Sharples have worked from the Galleria since the opening of its doors two decades ago, and have summoned together the building’s diverse resident artists to display all of their work for the first time since 2019 in a behind-the-scenes open studios on the weekend of June 6 and 7
Galleria is operated by Acme, an artist’s charity that began in 1972 with the aim to encourage art production by helping to remove financial burdens - it now support 800 artists across 15 studios, often acquired in collaboration with developers through 100-plus year leases or property purchases.
It may be an endless source of creative inspiration, but London is a tricky city to live in as a full-time artist, with monthly rent on private studio spaces often soaring up to and beyond the £800 mark.
“It’s getting worse. I have trouble paying the rent. Before I had a job, but now that I am 100 per cent an artist I may not be able to keep the studio,” said 74-year-old Bosch, who worked four days a week as a Spanish teacher before noticing the detriment to her craft.
“It really, really affected my work. Now I am working at 100 per cent, though penniless, I realise how important it is to have the time and space. There’s a bill for everything - and I am not an exception,” she said.
Bosch has been making her prehistoricinspired paintings since graduating from the Royal College of Arts in 1986, using millennia-old media like iron oxide, animal fats and soapstone in tandem with more traditional oil paints.
Her newest painting, which was still wet as she spoke to the News, nods to a 26-thousand-year old figurine called the Venus of Brassempouy, which is one of the oldest representations of a human face and stands only 3cm high.
Galleria is part of a housing development on Pennack Road near Burgess park, and was built in partnership with Barratt Homes via the funding of Arts Council England’s Grants for the Arts. This means that one half of the building is residential flats, with artist’s studios on the other.
“It was one of the first of its kind to be built, but also one of the last to be
built,” said Sharples, whose studio was decked out in bright canvases of food and scenery, alongside a curtain made of cell-membrane models and a chalkboard where he conducts his online maths and science classes.
“I love it, I love it here. It’s like my sanctuary,” said sculptor Helen Barff, who has worked in South East London since the beginnings of her career in Goldsmiths and Camberwell School of Art.
“You’re right next to each other,” she said, adding: “when residents came in, they were like, oh, we see you working!”
The open studios will get artists mingling with their neighbours and exhibiting their work, but visitors can also buy the original artworks at accessible prices, sometimes at half the cost of what they would sell for in a commercial gallery.
Sculptor Sandra Lane said: “It is about being sociable and opening up and meeting people. It is about the pressure of making your studio look good and making your work visible!”
A lot of the artists expressed how thankful they were for the development’s double-glazed windows - compared with studios based in old industrial units with high windows and low insulation, Galleria’s artists can work warmly during the winter.
“My last studio was freezing and I couldn’t go there in the winter. When I moved in I was pregnant and I wanted a studio where I could bring my baby. There are some spaces you couldn’t safely take a child to,” said Barff, who has worked in Galleria for 16 years.
There is high demand for space like this. All of Acme’s studios are occupied and some have faced seven-year-long waiting lists, despite recently purchasing a former ship propeller factory that had been used by 180 artists since 1990, but
developers had threatened to buy it up.
“It changed my life when I got the artist residency. I was living in a small flat and other spaces in London cost more than double,” said Isa Suarez, a Basque performer and composer who is currently collaborating with refugees from the Southwark Day Centre for Asylum Seekers on a music project inspired by water.
“I collect sound recordings from all over the world. They are a metaphor to show that water and rivers are free, they ebb and flow. Migrants come from all over the world and I am making a link with that. Music is a way of connecting with different cultures,” she said.
For theatre producer and director Kaï Sargeant, who has worked with the Young Vic and was associate director of Theatre Peckham, Galleria is their first studio and they say that this space has skyrocketed their work. .
They said: “The explosion of new, young, disabled-led, queer-led, black-led work is diminishing. And I don’t want to be part of a sector that is dying. I want to be innovative and ‘D.I.Y’ in my approach.
“Now that there are more Green party councillors in Southwark, I am curious to see whether there will be campaigns for affordable artist spaces.
“How can we work with developers to provide purpose built artist’s space like this, as opposed to putting artists on short-term contracts, on sublets and on insecure tenures, which mirrors how the housing market works.
“Until then, artists are going to be living in precarity,” they said.
The Open Studios is free to attend and will take place from 11am-6pm June 6 and 7, at The Galleria, Pennack Road, Peckham SE15 6PY.
More information is on Acme’s website
Eva Bosch surrounded by paintings in her studio, with her print-out of Venus of Brassempouy
Julian Sharples
Sandra Lane with her sculpture, an homage to the mountains and to beach-side cut outs
FLAT IRON TO OPEN FIRST RESTAURANT IN CLAPHAM
By Tom Appleby
FLAT IRON will open a new restaurant in Clapham later this year.
The restaurant, with reclaimed timber panelling, salvaged floors and vintage furniture, will be located at 18-19 The Pavement in Clapham Old Town.
Overlooking Clapham Common, the site has two floors with 114 internal covers, and an additional 16 seated on an outdoor terrace.
Its speciality, the flat iron steak, is a cut sourced from the feather blade and is renowned for its flavour and tenderness.
The menu also features daily Wagyu specials and a burger with beef from the Flat Iron herd in Thirsk, Yorkshire.
Sides include beef dripping chips, crispy bone marrow mash, truffled macaroni cheese and creamed spinach.
The drinks menu offers a selection of wines, including Flat Iron’s own Malbec, which uses grapes from the Limoux region in southern France’s Languedoc. There is also a variety of draft beers, cocktails and house fizzes.
Flat Iron’s ‘head of beef’, Fred Smith, says: “Opening a restaurant in Clapham, my home, will be special. I grew up in the area and witnessed first hand the evolution of the high street.
“Many years ago, there was a butcher’s shop (Moens, now a few doors down), on this site that my family would visit regularly, so to be bringing the beef back has extra meaning. We’ll create something special for this new restaurant to mark the occasion, after all it is going to be my new local.
“We are delighted to soon be part of Clapham’s evolution by joining the thriving local hospitality scene and by serving remarkable steak to all Claphamites.”
New South London romcom play featuring Small Axe stars comes to Soho Theatre
By Cristina Trujillo
SING STARS of the BBC’s Small Axe are set to feature in a spoken word play set in South London.
A to B, which will run at Soho Theatre between June 12 and July 3, was written by British playwright Tia-Renee Mullings and stars Sheyi Cole and Zakkiyah Dean. Cole and Dean were noted for their performances in the BBC’s Small Axe, which shines a light on London’s West Indian communities in the 1960s, ‘70s and
‘80s.
Now they will star side by side in Mullings’ Black British romcom as two characters set up on a blind date by friends.
Mullings said: “I wrote A to B out of a desire for more Black British love stories and my love for spoken word.”
The play will join productions like South London Stories: The Monologues and Redcliffe in celebrating the unique culture of places like Southwark, Lambeth and Lewisham.
Mullings continued: “The play is about two people trying to find love and each other in a world that keeps getting in the way, but it’s also my love letter to South London and to the textures of British-Jamaican life and community that coloured my upbringing.
“In today’s social media-dominated dating landscape, where so much of how we’re seen is curated and controlled, the play is really a poetic exploration of what it means to be seen and loved as a young Black person.”
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‘IT
BREAKS MY HEART’
Burglary at celebrity chef José Pizarro’s Bermondsey Street bar
By Flora Bigham
A CELEBRITY chef took to social media this week after his tapas bar on Bermondsey Street was burgled for the fourth time in two years.
Video footage shared by the celebrated Spanish chef Jose Pizarro shows the perpetrator smashing the glass door in the early hours of the morning.
What appeared to be a hooded man wearing a backpack broke into José Tapas Bar at around 05.42am on Saturday May 16.
The CCTV footage shows the culprit smashing the bar’s glass door. He then appears to take bottles from behind the counter.
This is the fourth burglary in the last two years, José wrote on his Instagram post hours after the break-in. The chef who makes regular appearances on TV cookery programmes like BBC’s Saturday Kitchen and Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch brunch added that his team have “had their phones stolen on the way home after work.”
José moved to London 27 years ago and has made the up-market his home with three outlets on the trendy street, but in the post he was clearly frustrated, writing: “Behind the scenes our staff are working hard, trying their best, supporting
families, paying bills. We pay more tax than ever before - huge amounts in tax, work endless hours, to create jobs and try to build good places for our communities… while the streets around us become dirtier and less safe by the day, and it often feels like the system protects the criminals and thieves more than the people trying to do the right thing.
“It’s all upside down. It breaks my heart that so many small businesses in London are going through this again and again.”
But while disappointed by the break-in, José ended his post with “thankfully nobody was hurt today and thanks to our great team we will open as normal this weekend.”
A spokesperson for the Met said:
“We recognise the impact that burglaries have on local businesses, and understand how distressing these incidents are for staff and our communities.
“Officers arrived six minutes after the first report but the suspect had already left the scene. Enquiries, including reviewing CCTV footage, are ongoing but we are appealing for anyone with information to come forward and help police.
“In Southwark, the number of burglary offences has dropped by six per cent in the last year as officers work hard to drive down neighbourhood crime.”
£20,000 REWARD LAUNCHED OVER MURDER OF KEANU TAYLOR
By Evie Flynn
A REWARD of up to £20,000 has been offered by Crimestoppers for information that could help the police investigating the murder of Keanu Taylor.
The break-in is made all the worse as it coincides with the chef celebrating the 15th anniversary of José Tapas Bar on Bermondsey Street. He also owns Pizarro and in 2024 opened his third restaurant Lolo on Bermondsey Street. Lolo is his childhood nickname.
Celebrations for the anniversary include ‘Tapas Mile’ where locals are being encouraged to visit all three of his kitchens on Bermondsey Street. He has created new additions to the menu and is reviving classic dishes from the past 15 years.
Alongside his three Bermondsey Street restaurants, he runs The Swan Inn in Esher, Keeper’s House at the Royal Academy of Arts, and restaurants in Spain and Abu Dhabi. He has published eight cookbooks and co-founded Spanish food brand Brindisa.
Despite the break-in he recently told us in an interview: “London has truly become my home, and I feel incredibly proud and grateful for everything this city has given me, the chance to grow, to build something of my own, and to share the food and culture I love”.
Be sure to visit: José Tapas Bar, 104 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3UB / Pizarro, 194 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3TQ / Lolo by José Pizarro, 102 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3UB
The incident occurred just after 1am on Saturday 2 May, after reports that shots had been fired from a vehicle into a large social gathering on Coldharbour Lane, which runs from Camberwell to Brixton.
The drive by shooting, police said, ‘could easily have resulted in several fatalities’. In total four victims –including a pensioner – suffered gunshot wounds and were taken to hospital.
Keanu, aged just 25, sadly died of his injuries two days later on Monday 4 May.
In a tribute, his family, who are being supported by specialist officers, said: “Keanu was a loving son, brother, uncle, nephew, grandson and friend. He was loved by everyone and his smile would light up a room.
“Keanu had the world at his feet, and he’s left a huge hole in our family, our hearts are absolutely broken.”
Two weeks on from the fatal shooting, Crimestoppers have offered a reward of up to £20,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of his killers.
Detective Chief Inspector Allam Bhangoo, who is leading the investigation, said: “This was an appalling and indiscriminate attack which could easily have resulted in several fatalities.
“The people who killed Keanu are dangerous criminals – it is imperative for the safety of our community that
they are taken off the streets.
“My team are working tirelessly as we fight to bring those responsible to justice. We know that lots of people were in the area and if you have any information or footage that could help our investigation, it is extremely important that you come forward and talk to us.”
Officers are particularly keen to see mobile phone video or dashcam footage of the incident.
The three other victims – aged 21, 47 and 70 – were treated at hospital but their injuries were deemed not lifethreatening or life-changing.
Alexa Loukas, Regional Manager for London at the charity Crimestoppers, said: “This was a senseless and deeply shocking act of violence that has devastated a young man’s family and left a whole community shaken.
“We are offering this reward because we believe there are people who have vital information, people who want to do the right thing for their community, but don’t want to speak to the police or have to give a statement.
“Crimestoppers is totally independent of the Police, we’re simply here to provide a safe and completely anonymous way to speak up. Your information could be the missing piece that helps bring those responsible to justice and give Keanu’s family the answers they desperately deserve.”
Anyone with information or footage that could assist police is urged to contact 101, quoting CAD 557/2May. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Keanu Taylor
Jose Pizarro outside Jose when it was opened in 2015
CCTV footage shared by José Pizarro via Instagram of a break in at José Tapas Bar May 2026
SOUTHWARK ONLY SOUTH LONDON COUNCIL WITH NO DECISION MADE ON WHO IS RUNNING THE BOROUGH
‘IT IS TIME FOR THE LIB DEMS TO MAKE THEIR MIND UP’
By Frankie Hill
SOUTHWARK IS the only borough in South London which, nearly three weeks on from the local elections, still has not told residents who will be running the council.
However, this all could change this evening (Thursday, May 28th) when an announcement will be made at a full meeting of the council in Tooley Street, just four days short of a legal deadline. The most likely outcome was initially thought to be a Labour-Liberal Democrat coalition, but that is not a given, and some are still speculating that it could go Green Lib Dem.
In the unlikely event that no agreement is reached by the meeting, it is understood that councillors could vote to adjourn the decision, to allow further talks, although all parties will now be feeling the pressure to come to an agreement. Speculation surrounding what the council will look like has intensified after a week-long delay in its announcement.
The initial deadline came and went last Thursday, as well as a venue change from the prestigious Southwark Cathedral to the council’s own Tooley Street offices.
With the Greens now having 22 seats and Labour 29, the Liberal Democrats have become kingmakers, possessing an essential 12 seats required for either party to hold a 32 seat working majority.
The leader of the Liberal Democrats, Cllr Victor Chamberlain, has remained tight-lipped over which way he will swing. Sources have told us both the new Green leader Cllr James McAsh and Labour leader Sarah King, who became Southwark Council leader after a controversial party election process, were both waiting on Cllr Chamberlain to make up his mind.
The Labour Party’s central office would have to agree a coalition and the idea that they would allow Cllr King make a deal with Cllr McAsh is thought extremely unlikely. McAsh left the Southwark Labour Party for the Greens seven months ago, after his victory in the council’s leadership election was overturned by the central Labour Party. He and three other Labour councillors went Green and by adding another 18 seats to that tally in this election they have become the second largest party in Southwark and a real political force across London, taking control of two boroughs outright.
The Southwark Lib Dems might be in third position, but they will for the first time since running the council 16 years ago be looking to broker a deal for their manifesto pledges to become actual council policy.
The Lib Dems ran Southwark from 2002 to 2010, but during those eight years they never had overall control, forming minority administrations and coalitions. This time if they are in power with either Labour or the Greens they will be very much the junior partner, so the question is what is it Cllr Chamberlain is not willing to comprise on.
He refused to give us a comment on who he would go into partnership with ahead of Thursday’s announcement, as have Cllr King and Cllr McAsh, telling us: “Residents voted for change particularly on crime, housing and the way the council listens to communities. With no party now in overall control, our focus is on securing the best possible outcome for Southwark residents and working constructively with others to deliver that change.”
In 2015 Labour stormed to victory under Cllr Peter John with a promise of building 11,000 new, genuinely affordable council homes across the borough by 2043. This it seems was the vote swinging issue. Eleven years on and affordable houses remains the single most important issue in the borough. Most councillors and candidates interviewed agreed that the hope of getting anywhere close to building this amount of homes remained their top priority.
This paper has constantly tried to get a grip on the figures to see how many of the 11,000 have been built and in an article last year found just 2,145 homes had been fully finished and occupied. There were another 915 under construction, bringing the total up to 3,060. Whoever takes over control of the council will want to beat that record, with 8,000 needed in the next 17 years to hit target.
In a set of exclusive interviews with the us, candidates from all parties outlined their plans for housing in Southwark. Interestingly, the Lib Dems campaigned on a platform of wanting to increase the 35% affordable housing rule to 50% on public land, whilst also wanting to introduce new roles in the council including a housing tsar to challenge developers not sticking to council targets.
Given that all three parties welcomed
the news last week of the planning inspectorate to turn down the redevelopment of the Aylesham Centre in Peckham, perhaps an agreement on this issue might be reached locally. However, both the Labour Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan and Labour’s Housing Minister Steve Reed have agreed to drop affordable housing targets for developers from 35% to just 20% and the Canada Water masterplan was recently approved with just 11%.
Another Lib Dem pledge Cllr Chamberlain might want approved is his party’s plan for a tram for the Old Kent Road - as many as 20,000 homes are dependent on the building of the Bakerloo Line Extension, but at an estimated cost of eye watering £8.6 billion. This can only be achieved with government back and in the last two budgets Chancellor Rachel Reeves has made not mention of backing it. If the Lib Dems can be seen to be responsible for a tram while the extension stalls it could be a big win with local voters in four years’ time and one
the Greens could approve of if they are the coalition partner.
When approached for comment on the progression of negotiations, Cllr McAsh kept quiet, only saying: “Following our historic success in the election this month, the Southwark Green Group’s priority is to deliver as much as we can of our manifesto. We have reached out to the other two political Groups represented on the Council and will seek to reach an agreement that reflects the priorities of Southwark residents, in time for Council Assembly” Southwark Labour gave no comment. Elsewhere in South London, the Conservatives held Bromley and Bexley; and have taken back Wandsworth after a deal with an independent councillor.
In Croydon the directly elected Tory Mayor Jason Perry has been left running a minority Conservative administration, with the Labour party having 30 seats to the Conservatives 28.
Labour has retained overall control of just two boroughs - Greenwich and
Merton.
The Liberal Democrats kept hold of Sutton, Kingston and Richmond UponThames.
While, under a newly struck coalition deal with the Liberal Democrats the Leader of the Lambeth Green Group, Cllr Martin Abrams, was set to be elected as council leader on Wednesday evening (May 27), as we were going to press.
He is one of many Labour councillors to defect, including the new Mayor of Lewisham, who is now running South London’s first Green council with an overall majority.
In Lambeth the Green Party’s majority is anything but stable. One of the party’s councillors has already resigned while a second has declined her seat, meaning there will be two by-elections which could even result in another leader being installed. With two seats up in the air the Greens have 27, Labour 26 and the Liberal Democrats 8.
By Kumail Jaffer
Local Democracy Reporter
THE NEXT London Plan will be “streamlined” to ensure new housing schemes flourish across the capital, City Hall have said.
The new development strategy – set to be published this summer before being eventually adopted in 2028 – could be “nearer to half the length” of the current one formulated in 2021, the Deputy Mayor for Planning has said.
The intended outcome would see a less complex set of rules for developers, making schemes – especially on smaller sites – more economically viable.
The Greater London Authority (GLA) is currently falling short of achieving both affordable housing targets and wider housebuilding goals set by the government.
However, reforms announced this week will seek to make sure “that is clearer and easier to navigate for the housing industry and councils, stripping away duplication and simplifying policies that have been interpreted oppressively by boroughs”, officials said.
“Alongside the Mayor’s wider efforts, this will mean more homes are built, particularly social and affordable housing, and it will encourage a diverse range of innovative builders to deliver more homes in the capital.”
Officials will also be far more “interventionist” when calling in rejected planning applications, allowing City Hall to ultimately have the final say on new homes over councils in many cases.
A City Hall source said: “We’re starting to see the green shoots of housing delivery once again, but we need to go a lot of further. Bringing forward a much leaner London Plan and being far more interventionist on call-ins should make a real difference.”
Speaking at the UKREiiF conference in Leeds this week, Mr Pipe said: “Building more homes, particularly social and affordable homes, is a top priority for the Mayor.
“It’s a moral duty for us all to tackle the crisis in homelessness and make housing more affordable for working Londoners – that’s why we’re using all the powers at our disposal to get more homes built.
“That means a significantly streamlined London Plan with bold new policies and being even more active through direct intervention to unblock housebuilding, as we build a fairer, greener London for everyone.”
The current London Plan was criticised in 2024 by former Housing Secretary Michael Gove, who commissioned a review into its effectiveness.
It suggested that a proposal to construct new homes on “a relatively
NEW LONDON PLAN WILL ‘GIVE CITY HALL POWER OVER COUNCILS’ SO MORE HOMES CAN BE BUILT
straightforward case of a brownfield site”, free from special protections would require the applicant to consult a minimum of 45 policies.
“There is just so much to navigate and negotiate that it should come as no surprise that wending ones way through the application process is expensive and time-consuming, particularly for SMEs who deliver the majority of London’s homes,” the report states.
Instructions to review parts of the London Plan were scrapped by the
current Labour government shortly after entering office that same year, however, with the Ministry for Housing suggesting a new “partnership approach” to improve housing deliver in London.
Last year, ministers struck a deal with City Hall to allow them to impose a timelimited affordability quota reduction on developers from 35 to 20 per cent.
At the conference, Deputy Mayor for Housing Copley claimed that new powers secured through the English Devolution and Community Act passed last month
will allow City Hall a lower threshold for calling in applications.
It will also give the Mayor renewed powers to grant planning permission through Mayoral Development Orders.
It is understood that officials have been instructed to scope out major brownfield sites near transport hubs that could benefit from this.
James Small-Edwards. Labour’s Spokesperson for Planning on the London Assembly, told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS):
“This renewed commitment to tackle London’s housing crisis and deliver genuinely affordable homes for Londoners is great news.
“I’m clear that the housing crisis is the biggest issue facing London. We need to pull every lever available to deliver more homes at prices Londoners can afford.
“The Mayor was elected on a clear platform to build homes and if some London boroughs aren’t pulling their weight, I fully support the Mayor stepping in to get more homes built.”
Free forest school starting up for families who can’t afford it otherwise
By Gabriel Stewart
NATURE VIBEZZZ is running 30 weekly forest school sessions, alongside 8 ‘full moon’ walks in Plumstead.
A free forest school aimed at inner-city families who don’t often get to engage with nature is starting up again at the end of May in Plumstead Park Nature Reserve.
Nature Vibezzz was founded ten years ago with the aim of getting South London families involved in nature-based activities that might not otherwise have had the opportunity.
John Cannell, Nature Vibezzz
Operations Director, said: “Our aim is to work in deprived areas and to encourage families who are not normally engaged with nature conservation.
“We’re one of the few free forest schools around so it’s unique for a lot of parents, a lot of the forest schools are pay-as-you-go type things where a lot of families just don’t have the money to do it.”
The charity is running thirty weekly forest school sessions at the nature reserve, starting on Sunday 31st May, alongside eight night-time ‘full moon’ walks across Greenwich, all funded by the Greenwich Healthier Communities Fund.
The philosophy of the forest school is to be child-led, where children are given choices on how to develop each activity themselves.
Some are completely led by the children with only guidance from a practitioner whilst others, like carving wood or fire making, are structured by the adults.
Cannell said: “It’s for a connection for young people to be involved in nature and the benefits of that with health benefits, mental health, physical health, improvement of their academic results.
“Our forest school is not just children, it’s families. There’s a connection for the adults and they gain all the benefits as
well as social benefits of meeting other parents.”
The charity is composed of a variety of professionals with backgrounds in community work, environmental care and health and wellbeing. Cannell himself is a qualified BTEC Level 3 Forest School Leader with over 12 years of experience.
The latest round of forest schools follow around £10,000 of repairs to steps down to the site at Plumstead Park Nature Reserve to make it accessible again.
This is at the heart of the charities mission; it is not only about turning up at the sites each week but developing
them with the community and for the community.
Cannell said: “We’re doing nature conservation, working with the local families to develop that site, It’s not like one of these places where it’s people from corporate volunteering or something like that.
“It’s trying to get local people engaged in the local site.”
Details on Nature Vibezzz’s forest school schedule can be found here.
The free forest school sessions at Plumstead Common Nature Reserve begin at 2pm on the 31st May and they also run regular sessions at Southwark Park Wildlife Garden.
Construction continues on some of the affordable homes funded by City Hall. Credit: Noah Vickers
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FROM CANADA TO CLAPHAM TO CANADA HOUSE
ARTIST AND Clapham resident Lucy Ash has gone from working with local communities to a commission in Hampshire, and has now landed a major solo show in Trafalgar Square this summer, an interesting journey that I wanted to follow up , writes Michael Holland.
Lucy goes back a long way with Clapham and its people, having lived there twice: ‘The first time was in the 1990s between the Commons, and I was eager to return,’ she says. This time, the artist is in a house just off Clapham West Side, with enough space to construct a studio, and where she can often be seen walking on one of the Commons.
Between 2020-23, Lucy worked on a major collaboration with Southampton City Art Gallery - ‘Portraits of Inspiration’. It was a community project that, during her research, she uncovered the hidden contribution that LGBTIQ+ artists have made to our collective artistic heritage. She tells me, ‘Many of these artists led difficult lives and struggled because of their sexuality, unable to portray openly subject matter of meaning for them.’
For that project, Lucy invited the local community to paint a portrait of an LGBTQ+ person they found inspiring. The 323 individual paintings formed two massive, collaborative artworks, reinforcing the message that LGBTQ+ progress is a collective effort by everyone.
The artist explained her work: ‘What interests me is painting people who have changed how we see ourselves, each other and the world in which we live. Like the people I’ve chosen to represent – most often abstractly – I focus on themes of social justice, love and loss. I trained in sculpture and spent 15 years working in animation. These two visual approaches to time and space continue to inform my practice as a painter.’
The ‘Portraits of Inspiration’ project has now led on to another major commission - Invisible Portraits - from the Canada
Gallery in Trafalgar Square. I asked her about it: ‘At the centre of the exhibition is a series of works focusing on the death of Ian Baynham, following a homophobic assault in Trafalgar Square on 25th September 2009. Canada Gallery’s location, combined with the theme of Invisible Portraits, provides an opportunity to remember Ian Baynham and the victims of similar hate crimes and to celebrate the LGBTIQ+ community during Pride Month.’
Since 2010, when Ian’s sister, Jen, became Lucy’s creative collaborator, Lucy has ‘continued to explore themes of loss
and absence and brought in love as their counterbalance.’
Lucy noticed something very special about the work and the venue: ‘There is an amazing synchronicity between the thinking behind Invisible Portraits and the inspiration for Mil Veces un Instante by Mexican artist Teresa Margolles on the Fourth Plinth. Her sculpture is made from hundreds of plaster casts of trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming individuals living in London, Mexico City and Juárez.’
For this exhibition, Lucy has done further
From Bermondsey to Bond Girl
KERRY FITZGERALD was born in Guy’s Hospital, but it was no easy time for mother and child: ‘My mum was ill with a really rare autoimmune disease, and there was basically one doctor in the country who could treat her - thankfully, he happened to work down the road from where we lived.’ And that was in the Old Kent Road, where Kerry’s life got better and better from that stressful beginning, and she is now promoting a new film she is in, writes Michael Holland...
Kerry enjoyed school, progressing through the years at Eveline Lowe School, Bacons College, then City of London Academy. It was at Eveline Lowe when she knew she wanted to be an actor: ‘I played Juliet in a school play when I was about six,’ she recalls, half-laughing, ‘and forgot to kill myself. From that moment on, I was hooked.’
Through working hard, Kerry got a scholarship to train at the esteemed Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, which meant a journey to the opposite side of London, but that didn’t stop her: ‘I had to get the 168 bus, the full journey end to end - Old Kent Road to Hampstead Heath.’
While Kerry studied her craft, she picked up skills and experience at Shakespeare’s Globe. ‘It was really
formative for me,’ she says. Many of the staff there were performers, and Kerry got to see all the shows. ‘I’d sneak in and watch the actors warming up. It was a totally new world, totally magic,’ she adds with the excitement she must have felt as a young woman, seeing theatre’s fascinating world backstage for the first time.
When she began her drama degree at Kingston University, she helped with some friends’ theatre company and did work as a background artist or extra. One highlight from that time was a role as Q’s lab assistant in the Bond classic, Skyfall.
‘It was an amazing experience. We shot our scenes over a week at Pinewood, and being so young and watching people work at such a high level was fascinating for me. Watching Daniel Craig warm up before a shot was something else!
With all the skills and experience acquired over time, Kerry also turned her hand to writing. ‘I’ve done a load of new writing in the London fringe scene and at the Edinburgh Fringe. Shakespeare, stand-up, bonkers comedy shows with my theatre company Purple Ostrich Productions - we did comedy lectures on tours around the UK and Denmark!’
That was an impressive body of work.
But there was more.
‘I’ve been on TV in King Gary (BBC) and Casualty.’ And there is more, so much more.
Just a quick scan of Kerry’s socials shows a woman who has worked hard all her adult life to reach the highs she aims for. She has always made her own luck with nothing falling into her lap.
And now Kerry Fitzgerald, proud Bermondsey Girl, is in Man Baby. A role she won after auditioning via self-tape: ‘You read a lot of scripts as a working actor, and every so often one really hits you... This was one of those. It made me properly laugh. So it was very exciting to land the job.’
I asked for a summary: ‘Man Baby is an absurd comedy about a man called David who finds out he’s going to be a dad, and falls apart - literally. Divian Ladwa (Detectorists, Ant-Man and the Wasp, Lion) is David and he is bloody hilarious. As much as it’s a mad comedy, totally surreal in many places, it’s also a really beautiful exploration of male mental health around becoming a father. People have really related to it.’
Was the filming enjoyable? ‘Oh, totally! It’s an indie feature, which means a smaller cast and crew, so we all really got to know each other. We spent weeks eating, filming, and chilling together. Lots of us have stayed in touch. It was great getting together for the premiere a few weeks ago. We opened the Loco film festival at the Ritzy in Brixton and afterwards did some banging karaoke at Paddy’s Yard next door. There are videos somewhere.’
What’s happening with the film now?
‘This film has been a labour of love for the director Philip Hardy, and the lead producer Syd Heather. It’s their debut feature. We’re delighted to have a short run of the film coming up at the Lumiere Romford in June, and I think the team are talking to other festivals and cinemas for other screenings. The audiences have been great, so I think their goal is to keep running in cinemas and then get a digital release so that my Irish cousins can watch it. There are literally thousands of them!’
What will you be doing next?
‘In June I’ll be taking part in All The Rage at Theatre Deli, a very different project! It’s an immersive response to the Epstein files. Led by Rebecca Lenkeiwicz, about 70 female and non-binary writers are coming together to make it and it’s going to be really powerful.’
I should have asked Kerry if she will ever play Juliet again… Anything you’d like to add? ‘Yeh, my Insta handle@misskerryfitz’
Booking for the Romford screening 19th - 25th June: Man Baby
research into her Canadian heritage and added portraits of two Canadian poets, John McCrae and Elsa Gidlow, along with portraits of war poets Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon. The artist considers the “necessary invisibility” of gay men during the First World War and how private identities were suppressed. The exhibition’s location lends even greater resonance. Situated in Trafalgar Square and in close proximity to Whitehall and the Cenotaph, it draws a direct line between personal and public acts of remembrance. To finish off, I asked the artist what the message is she hopes to send with this exhibition?
‘Hope and healing require us to come together in equality with all our differences. Visitors have the opportunity to add their own ‘Portrait of Inspiration’ and stand together in solidarity to celebrate the international LGBTIQ+ community and remember our shared experiences of discrimination. The exhibition offers a different perspective on the violence and death that clog the headlines.’
Lucy Ash: Invisible Portraits. Canada Gallery, High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom, Canada House, Trafalgar Square, London SW1Y 5BJ from Thursday 4 June to Saturday 3 October 2026. 11:00 - 17:45 Monday to Saturday. Website Link: https:// culturecanada.co.uk/canada-gallery/ lucy-ash-invisible-portraits/
Photo by Justin Piperger
Photo by Harry Sweeney
A show about resilience, strength and power
DID YOU know that the infamous Super Bowl halftime show incident between Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson was only on the TV for nine-sixteenths of a second?
That is how long Jackson’s breast, exposed (without consent) by Timberlake ripping off the top of her bustier, appeared on screen, writes Melina Block.
But this fraction of a second marred the next two decades of Jackson’s career, as Timberlake became ever more successful. This is the starting point for Brixton House’s new production by Paula Varjack and devised alongside Pauline Mayers, Julienne Doko, Chia Phoenix and Endy McKay. Nine Sixteenths combines the personal, the political and the pop culture, producing a thoughtful exploration of enduring the media as a Black woman.
A mix of nostalgic moments for the MTV generation, deep dives into the media industry’s nefarious figures and a reflection on the humans at the heart of it all define this show — this and Janet Jackson. While it is overall
incredibly moving and vulnerable, there are moments which verge slightly on the self-indulgent side, interrupting the otherwise dynamic flow of the piece.
Nine Sixteenths is at its strongest when physical theatre and technology combine to portray right-wing media overlords’ insidious grip on society and culture. It is genuinely chilling at points, with the sharp ensemble connecting the dots between the defining moments of the new millennium which have ultimately landed us in times that, for the last five years or so, have been repeatedly referred to as unprecedented. But at its heart, this is a touching show about resilience, strength and power — as well as a reminder to not blindly follow the whims of outof-touch media and tech moguls — or afford them any more power than they already have.
Booking and full details: Brixton House, London, until 30 May
For Mother Courage, hope is not redemptive but persistently cruel
FOR NEARLY thirty years, the open-air theatre at Shakespeare’s Globe has almost exclusively staged Shakespeare’s works. But this summer, Mother Courage and Her Children is the second nonShakespeare play to be staged outdoors in their modern history – after last year’s The Crucible –marking a deliberate shift in the theatre’s programming and artistic direction, writes Frankie Jenner.
As war rages, Mother Courage drags her rickety cart through a wasteland stripped bare by greed and conflict. “War is a huge, spluttering, money-making machine” – and Mother Courage is a whore for war – selling chickens, condoms, guns, ammunition, and even sex. Her relentless entrepreneurialism means she’ll sell whatever’s left of humanity to keep herself and her three children alive.
When Brecht wrote Mother Courage in 1939, he was developing the concept of Episches Theatre (Epic Theatre) – the belief that if you can deliver information clearly and allow audiences to experience and consider it, then theatre can produce the
conditions for social change. It was in this context that Brecht developed his theory of Verfremdungseffekt (unfortunately, spelt incorrectly in the programme) – which has various interpretations, including to make something strange, to alienate, or to distance. Brecht wanted to make audiences uncomfortable, restless –so that audiences would leave the theatre and start asking questions about why things are the way they are, and begin challenging these accepted norms and structures.
Whilst Anna Jordan’s translation resists anchoring itself to any specific conflict, it nonetheless alludes to many of the wars and genocides that we bear witness to today – whether through references to military drones, a makeshift refugee camp, or characters haggling in ‘sheks’ (as opposed to ‘thalers’). In this explicitly antiwar play, which addresses the devastating impact of war on human beings, I found it a bizarre choice that the programme features a photograph from a photographer who is a Pride Fellow of ‘Zioness’ – a movement that describes itself as “unapologetically Zionist”. Perhaps a little more thought
Photo by Marc
should have been put into the selection of images in the programme.
This aside, Nadine Higgin delivered the opening night’s standout performance as Yvette – with such tenacious energy, she commanded the stage with her kneehigh red boots and sang with a fullness that the Globe’s open stage is built for. Likewise, Michelle Terry, Artistic Director of Shakespeare’s Globe, was fierce and brazen as Mother Courage – able to carry the full weight and tragedy of the central character’s role whilst also managing to undercut this with humour and wit.
Despite its contradictions, the production found its truest register in its depiction of hope – that, for Mother Courage, is not redemptive but persistently cruel. It keeps her going until it ultimately destroys her. To stop pulling her wagon would mean she must confront what it cost her to keep going – a truth she refuses to bear.
Mother Courage and Her Children is at Shakespeare’s Globe until 27 June. Booking and full details: shakespearesglobe. com/whats-on/mother-courage-and-herchildren/
The greatest Estonian artist of his generation
UNLIKE FELLOW European artists, Estonian Konrad Mägi did not have the luxury of indulging in a ‘grand tour’ viewing Parisian avant-garde works nor the classical art of Italy. Instead, the former furniture factory worker went to Norway in the summer of 1908 with his friend Aleksander Tassa, writes Barbara Buchanan. They took their brushes, sketch pads, a violin, and had just five krone (£4), between them. With nowhere to stay, they camped out in the forests, surviving on blueberries. Despite their tough circumstances, the Norwegian landscape ignited Mägi’s spirituality and a lifelong
homage to nature. Born in 1878, he lived through the Russian Revolution of 1905 and the birth of an independent Estonia in 1918. With art the property of the elite, when Mägi was young, there were few public exhibitions. However, he still developed a thirst for it and took advantage of his time at St Petersburg’s Stieglitz Art School to study symbolists such as Mikhail Vrubel.
Mägi’s work doesn’t give exact dates nor locations to his work as he was more interested in rhythms, structures, and the forces that make up the essence of things and phenomena. Despite his radical leftist views in his youth, he became interested in yoga, Buddhism,
and theosophy. His painting Meditation shows a young woman seated on a hill deep in thought against a psychedelic landscape. His use of colour to create form is apparent in his paintings of Saaremaa and Vilsandi islands in the Baltic Sea off the west coast of Estonia. Sea Kale on a pebble beach at Saaremaa illustrates an abundance of robust, hardy plants bathed in light.
Contemporary artist Kristina Öllek’s installations in the gallery’s mausoleum build on Mägi’s seascapes. A string of translucent salt panels highlighting oxygen-depleted dead zones in the Baltic Sea hang in the circular crypt. Green and
yellow panes illustrate the toxic algae bloom which has developed in the sea through excessive nutrients.
Mägi’s work towards the end of his life, when he was struggling with mental illness, has a dramatic quality, with foliage, grasses and skies in bold primary colours and tumultuous clouds. The paintings hint at his inner turmoil and struggle with illness and depression.
He died when he was just 46 after being admitted to a psychiatric hospital in Tartu, following a bout of psychotic episodes. Yet he achieved a lot in his life, setting up Estonia’s first higher artistic education college, the Pallas Art School in 1919. He lived in Paris for several years,
joining the Beehive colony of artists which included Marc Chagall, Amedeo Modigliani and Diego Rivera. In his home country, Mägi is considered the greatest Estonian artist of his generation. Kathleen Soriano’s curation insightfully charts his journey from the Norwegian landscapes to commissioned portraits. This is a rare chance to see over 60 of his works, showing the influences of Cubism and German Expressionism on a largely self-taught artist who maintained an independent approach.
Dulwich Picture Gallery until 12 July 2026. Booking and full details: www.dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk
BROCKLEY MAX FESTIVAL BRINGS MUSIC, ART AND COMEDY TO LEWISHAM
The arts festival spans nine days across Brockley, Ladywell, Crofton Park and Honor Oak from Friday 29 May to Saturday 6 June. Brockley Max is now in its 25th year and there will be over 90 events on offer from poetry, live music, art exhibitions, comedy, literature and more. Highlights include an outdoor show in the Fox & Firkin on Sunday 31 May, with Theon Cross headlining. There will also be free-to-attend exhibitions running throughout the duration of the festival, focusing on memories of South
East London, nature and art. On the final day (Saturday 6 June), head to Hilly Fields for ‘Max in the Park’. The all-day festival will feature a music stage, kids’ creative workshops, storytelling, craft fairs, food stalls and two bars.
Dates: Friday 29 May to Saturday 6 June
Tickets: Various prices
Location: Venues across Brockley, Ladywell, Crofton Park and Honor Oak For the full programme visit brockleymax.co.uk
A CLASSICAL MUSIC PERFORMANCE OF ALICE IN WONDERLAND FOR KIDS IN BLACKHEATH
A performance of Alice and Wonderland is heading to the Conservatoire in Blackheath on Sunday 31 May – designed to introduce school age children to classical music at an early age. Mairéad Sheerin will be narrating the story and singing, Klio Blonz will be on the flute and Grace Mo will be on piano. The performance will feature the music of Debussy, Mozart, SatIe, Haydn, Handel, Ravel and many more. The performance is aimed at school-aged children but little ones are very welcome.
Date: Saturday 31 May
Time: Performances at 2pm and 3:30pm
Location: The Conservatoire, 19-21 Lee Road, SE3 9RQ
KIDS CAN TAKE PART IN A FREE OUTDOOR THEATRE SHOW IN SYDENHAM THIS MAY HALF TERM
Sydenham-based theatre company
Spontaneous Productions are hosting kids dancing and drama workshops on Friday 29 May before performing a one-off outdoor show in front of their families the next day (Saturday 30 May). The children will take part in a production of ‘The Pied Piper of Sydenhamelin’ and use the skills they learnt in the workshops on
the Friday to bring the story to life. The main roles in the play will be performed by professional actors, who will teach children how to mice, sing and dance. The performance will take place the on the green space behind Sydenham Library at Home Park. The event is free of charge but donations to the theatre company are welcome.
Date: Workshops are on Friday 29 May and the performance is on Saturday 30 May
Time: Show is at 2:30pm, rehearsals will take place on Friday 29 May between 12 noon and 4pm in Home Park
Location: Home Park, behind Sydenham Library, SE26 5SE
Tickets: Free of charge, no ticket required
Severndroog Castle and Tom Toal Comedy are launching a ‘Comedy at The Castle in the Woods’ in Shooter’s Hill on Thursday 4th June. The evening will be hosted in the courtyard at Severndroog Castle, a Gothic tower on Shooter’s Hill. The event will be hosted by a range of top comedians, including Tom Toal, Mark Simmons, Eleanor Tiernan and Dominic Holland. There will be a bar on site plus street food available to purchase in the courtyard. Attendees can also grab a ticket to climb up to the Castle roof for views across London. The event is suitable for ages 18+
Date: Thursday 4 June
Time: 7pm – 10pm
Location: Severndroog Castle, Castle Wood, Shooters Hill, Greenwich, London, SE18 3RT
Tickets: £15 per adult
COMEDY IN A CASTLE
MR POMEROY’S MAGNIFICENT GIFT
By Debra Gosling
THIS IS a very rare photo of Long Lane Recreation Ground in Bermondsey after its completion in 1896. Before I elaborate, look closely at the figures to the left of that magnificent drinking fountain. They all look pretty desolate and miserable - but this was in a time when Long Lane was a povertystricken area of Bermondsey. Look closer and be shocked by what you see. The boy in the wheelbarrow cart is disabled - he has a malformed bare foot. And notice the man and the other boys are wrapped up with hats, scarves, socks and coats, yet the disabled boy is dressed in merely a shirt. Look closer still and you can see snow on the brickwork and ice on the manhole cover. What is this poor boy doing out in the cold dressed so inappropriately?! He looks so sad. At best this must be child neglect in a harsh world that didn’t care. Families looked on in despair at a child that could not go out to work and earn his keep. What an unhappy life he must have had, when only the workhouse or a special school were his options.
Back to the fountain. This park was laid out on top of the old Quaker Friends
burial ground as a recreation space for children. The Friends had owned this piece of land since the seventeenth century, when they were persecuted and driven out of many places. The Quakers of Horselydown were particularly persecuted for their beliefs and banned from local churches and buildings, so they established their own burial ground here for their brethren to lie in peace. It was eventually sold off to Bermondsey Borough Council who made it into a park. It opened on the Thursday afternoon of 14th May 1896 to much fanfare and celebration. All the great and the good of Bermondsey were there, including Colonel Samuel Bourne Bevington (whose father is buried here), Augustus Shand and Ambrose Pomeroy, along with the clergy and local businessmen. Representatives from the Metropolitan Public Gardens Association were also there, after they had stumped up £150 towards the purchase of the graveyard as well as throwing in some benches for free. This was late Victorian times when all around was industry and pollution, where many kids died in infancy from all sorts of diseases, with TB and diphtheria being rife. To have a space created especially for them with trees and play equipment was divine.
Ambrose Pomeroy (1851-1926), was a local draper who had travelled up from Cornwall to set up business in Bermondsey New Road (around the corner from the park). He and his brother Edwin went on to successfully open branches in The Blue and Peckham. He was a very sympathetic and caring man who used his hardearned wealth to the benefit of his disadvantaged neighbours. During his career he was asked to sit on the board of the Bermondsey vestry and was looked upon as an upstanding member of his community. He was a churchwarden and president of both
the Temperance Council. and LCC Parks Committee. He got involved with improvements in Southwark Park, including the cricket and bowls clubs. He was an honest trader; his price tickets were clearly marked and he traded with the best materials. He campaigned for half-day closing down The Blue and was one of the first to do so on a Thursday afternoon. In short he was a good man!
But back to the park - Mr Pomeroy gifted the wondrous drinking fountain so that little children could get some refreshing and clean drinking water. It was huge! Yet it has disappeared. The Quaker’s burial
ground was always a bit creepy to me when I was young. It was a pretty dark and lonely place. I cannot recall the fountain being there and as it wasn’t bombed I can’t think why it was removed.
To continue on the dark theme, on 14th August 1908 a very unsavoury case was put before the Tower Bridge Magistrates’ Court. James Bowne, a furniture remover, was charged with improper behaviour and outraging public decency in the recreation ground. If he thought he could get away with it he was wrong! From her home at 260 Long Lane, Mrs Rose Warley spotted Bowne out of the window. He was too involved in his own private party to notice this irate woman had descended upon him and was now raining blows down on him! He tried to run away but she ran after him. A Miss Wright had joined the chase and managed to smack him in the face before other ladies joined and put the boot in. He was rescued by a policeman who duly arrested him. Bowne received three months hard labour and the women were commended for their actions. Yuk. Today the park is a bright open space, with play equipment and happy children - but I do wonder what happened to that poor, freezing little boy from over a hundred years ago...
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Licensing Act 2003
Variation of Premises Licence
Name of Applicant: Sainsbury’s Supermarkets Ltd. Address: Sainsbury’s, 364-366 Norwood Road, West Norwood, London, SE27 9AG.
Licensing Authority: London Borough of Lambeth Council. Licensing Authority Address: Licensing Team, London Borough of Lambeth Council, 3rd Floor Civic Centre, 6 Brixton Hill, London, SW2 1EG (where a record of the application may be inspected during normal office hours)
Licensing Authority Website: www.lambeth.gov.uk The applicant has applied to the Licensing Authority to vary the premises licence for the above premises as follows: 1. To extend the sale of alcohol to between the hours of 0600 and 2300 daily for consumption off the premises. 2. To vary the licence conditions. Any person or responsible authority (as defined by the Licensing Act 2003) may make representations to the Licensing Authority no later than 16 June 2026. Any representations made to the Licensing Authority must be in writing to the address above or by email to licensing@lambeth.gov.uk It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for the offence is an unlimited fine.
Dated: 19 May 2026
Winckworth Sherwood LLP Arbor, 255 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 9AX. Ref: AGS/26508/01169/RP Solicitors and authorised agents for the applicant
LICENSING ACT 2003
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PREMISES LICENCE
Application has been made by Aldi Stores Limited to the Licensing Authority of London Borough of Lambeth for a Premises Licence for the Aldi Store at 4 The Pavement, London, SW4 0HY. The proposed licensable activity is the sale by retail of alcohol for consumption off the premises each day of the week between 06:00 and 00:00. The record of this application may be inspected during normal office hours by an appointment at the Licensing Section, London Borough of Lambeth, 3rd Floor, Civic Centre, 6 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1EG,or via the licensing authority’s website, at www.lambeth.gov.uk/licensing Written representations can be made to the Licensing Authority at the above address or by email to licensing@lambeth.gov.uk any time up to and including 23rd June 2026. It is an offence for anyone knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with a Licence Application. The maximum fine on summary conviction is Level 5. Dated 26th May 2026 Freeths LLP, Solicitors
LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH
Notice Under The Local Government Act 1972 s.123 (2A) (as amended)
Notice of intention to dispose of Open Space NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 123 (2A) of the Local Government Act 1972 (the Act) that the Mayor and Burgesses of The London Borough of Lambeth (hereinafter called the Council) intends to grant a lease for a term of up to ten years of Norwood Park Kiosk, 4 Salter’s Hill, West Norwood, London, SE19 1DZ. The site will used as a café.
A plan showing the location of the area of the land to be leased in line with the above proposal may be viewed at Lambeth Town Hall, 1 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RW
Any objections to this proposal must be made in writing by 12th June 2026 to the Assistant Director of Valuation & Strategic Assets, Regeneration, Property & Assets, London Borough of Lambeth, P.O. Box 80771, London, SW2 9QQ or via email to VASA@lambeth.gov.uk
LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH Notice Under The Local Government Act 1972 s.123 (2A) (as amended)
Notice of intention to dispose of Open Space NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 123 (2A) of the Local Government Act 1972 (the Act) that the Mayor and Burgesses of The London Borough of Lambeth (hereinafter called the Council) intends to grant a lease for a term of up to 10 years of the Vauxhall Park Former Storage Building, Vauxhall Park, Fentiman Road, London, SW8 1PU. The site will used as a Nursery. A plan showing the location of the area of the land to be leased in line with the above proposal may be viewed at Lambeth Town Hall, 1 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RW Any objections to this proposal must be made in writing by 12th June 2026 to the Assistant Director of Valuation & Strategic Assets, Regeneration, Property & Assets, London Borough of Lambeth, P.O. Box 80771, London, SW2 9QQ or via email to VASA@lambeth.gov.uk
LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH Notice Under The Local Government Act 1972 s.123 (2A) (as amended)
Notice of intention to dispose of Open Space NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 123 (2A) of the Local Government Act 1972 (the Act) that the Mayor and Burgesses of The London Borough of Lambeth (hereinafter called the Council) intends to grant a lease for a term of up to twelve years of the Woodlands Café, Clapham Common, The Avenue, SW4 9AZ. The site will used as a café.
A plan showing the location of the area of the land to be leased in line with the above proposal may be viewed at Lambeth Town Hall, 1 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RW Any objections to this proposal must be made in writing by 12th June 2026 to the Assistant Director of Valuation & Strategic Assets, Regeneration, Property & Assets, London Borough of Lambeth, P.O. Box 80771, London, SW2 9QQ or via email to VASA@lambeth.gov.uk
Transport for London Public Notice
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984
THE A3220 GLA ROAD (WEST CROSS ROUTE, LONDON BOROUGH OF HAMMERSMITH AND THE ROYAL BOROUGH OF KENSINGTON & CHELSEA) (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC) ORDER 2026
1. Transport for London hereby gives notice that it has made the above named Traffic Order under section 14(1) 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 enable barrier works to take place on the A3220 GLA Road – West Cross Route in the London Borough of Hammersmith and the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea.
3. The effect of the Order will be to prohibit any vehicle from:
(1) entering or proceeding in a northerly direction on the A3220 West Cross Route between its junctions with the A3220 northbound off-slip road connecting West Cross Route northbound carriageway and the unnamed access road to Westfield Shopping Centre and Westway Roundabout;
(2) entering or proceeding in a southerly direction on the A3220 West Cross Route between its junctions with Westway Roundabout and the A3220 southbound on-slip road connecting the unnamed access road to Westfield Shopping Centre to West Cross Route southbound carriageway;
(3) entering or proceeding on the A3220 northbound on-slip road connecting the unnamed access road to Westfield Shopping Centre to West Cross Route northbound carriageway.
Works will be phased as such that not all restrictions may apply at any one time.
The Order will be effective between the dates of 1st June 2026 and 1st December 2026 every night 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM or when the works have been completed whichever is the sooner. The prohibitions will apply only during such times and to such extent as shall from time to time be indicated by traffic signs.
4. The prohibitions will not apply in respect of:
(1) any vehicle being used for the purposes of those works or for fire brigade, ambulance or police purposes;
(2) anything done with the permission or at the direction of a police constable in uniform or a person authorised by Transport for London.
5. At such times as the prohibitions are in force alternative routes will be indicated by traffic signs. Northbound via Shepherd’s Bush Green and Wood Lane to normal route of travel. Southbound via Westway Roundabout, link road connecting Westway Roundabout and Wood Lane, Wood Lane and Uxbridge Road to normal route of travel.
Dated this 29th day of May 2026
Henry Cresser Performance & Planning Manager, Transport for London Palestra, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ
LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14
TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS –CRIMSWORTH ROAD
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, to enable telecommunications maintenance and repair works, the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth intends to make an Order, the effect of which would be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering or proceeding in those lengths of Crimsworth Road which lies: (a) between its northernmost junction with Thorparch Road and outside No. 3 Crimsworth Road. (b) between outside No. 16 Crimsworth Road and outside No. 60 Crimsworth Road.
2. The alternative routes for affected vehicles for the prohibition in 1(a) would be available via Crimsworth Road and Thorparch Road, and vice versa. The alternative routes for affected vehicles for the prohibition in 1(b) would be available via Crimsworth Road, Thorparch Road and Goldsboro’ Road, and vice versa.
3. The Order would come into force at on 17 June 2026 and continue in force for a maximum duration of one month, to allow for contingencies, or until the works have been completed whichever is the sooner. In practice, it is anticipated that the works would take 3 days to complete.
Dated 29 May 2026
Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager
REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14
TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS – SAIL STREET
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, to enable bridge repair works, the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth intend to make an Order, the effect of which would be to temporarily (a) prohibit vehicles from entering or proceeding in that length of the south-east to north-west arm of Sail Street, immediately underneath the railway bridge; (b) introduce a one-way traffic system in that length of the north-east to south-west arm of Sail Street between its junction with Lambeth Street and a point 45 metres south-west of that junction, from north-east to south-west; (c) suspend the one-way traffic system in the south-east to north-west arm of Sail Street between its junction with Lambeth Road and the railway bridge.
2. An alternative route for affected vehicles would be available via Sail Street, Juxon Street, Lambeth Walk and Lambeth Road.
3. The Order would come into force on 15 June 2026 and would continue in force for a maximum duration of 6 months, to allow for contingencies, or until the works have been completed whichever is the sooner
Dated 29 May 2026
Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager
Transport for London Public Notice
ROAD
TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984
THE A202 GLA ROAD (VAUXHALL BRIDGE AND VAUXHALL BRIDGEFOOT, LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH AND CITY OF WESTMINISTER) WEIGHT RESTRICTION TRAFFIC ORDER 2026
1. Transport for London hereby gives notice that it intends to make the above named Order under section 6 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.
2. The general nature and effect of the Order will be to:
(1) to prohibit any vehicle, except electric buses and any Fire Service Vehicles, exceeding a maximum gross weight of 18 tonnes from entering, exiting or proceeding on either carriageway of the A202 Vauxhall Bridge and Vauxhall Bridgefoot between its junctions with Wandsworth Road/Albert Embankment and Millbank/Grosvenor Road.
3. The roads which will be affected by the Order are the A202 Vauxhall Bridge and Vauxhall Bridgefoot in the London Borough of Lambeth and City of Westminster.
4. A copy of the Order, a statement of Transport for London’s reasons for the proposals, a map indicating the location and effect of the Order and copies of any Order revoked, suspended or varied by the Order can be inspected by visiting our website at https://haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/tro and selecting the relevant borough and reference the Traffic Order relates to or by appointment during normal office hours at our office at the address below. To arrange an appointment please email trafficordersection@tfl.gov.uk Copies of the documents may be requested via email at trafficordersection@tfl.gov.uk, or by post at the following address quoting reference SNO/REGULATION/STOT/JW/TRO/GLA/2026/0501: •Transport for London Streets Traffic Order Team (SNO/REGULATION/STOT) Palestra, 197 Blackfriars Road London, SE1 8NJ
5. All objections and other representations to the proposed Order must be made in writing and must specify the grounds on which they are made. Objections and representations must be sent to Transport for London, Streets Traffic Order Team, Palestra, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ or by emailing trafficordersection@tfl.gov.uk quoting reference SNOREGULATION/STOT/JW/TRO/GLA/2026/0501, to arrive before 19th June 2026. Please note due to hybrid working access to post is restricted and requests for documents and confirmation of your objections or representations may be delayed. Objections and other representations may be communicated to other persons who may be affected.
Dated this 29th day of May 2026
Andrew Wiseall
Head of Asset Operations, Transport for London Palestra, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ
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LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14
TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS – LAMBETH ROAD
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, to enable bridge repair works, the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth intend to make an Order, the effect of which would be to: (a) temporarily prohibit vehicles from waiting, including waiting for the purpose of loading and unloading a vehicle or parking in those lengths of Lambeth Road between its easternmost and westernmost junctions with Sail Street. (b) temporarily suspend the eastbound bus lane in Lambeth Road, situated between its easternmost and westernmost junctions with Sail Street. (c) temporarily suspend the westbound bus lane in Lambeth Road, situated between its easternmost and westernmost junctions with Sail Street.
2. The restrictions specified in paragraph 1 would only apply at such times and to such extent as shall be indicated by the placing of the appropriate traffic signs.
3. The Order would come into force on 15 June 2026 and continue in force for a maximum duration of 8 months, to allow for contingencies, or until the works have been completed whichever is the sooner.. In practice, it is anticipated that the works would take 23 weeks to complete.
Dated 29 May 2026 Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH ROAD TRAFFIC
LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14 TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS – WYVIL ROAD
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, to enable utility repair and maintenance works to be carried out, the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth, with the agreement of Transport for London, has made an Order, the effect of which will be to temporarily prohibit vehicles: (a) from proceeding eastbound in that length of Wyvil Road which lies between its junction with South Lambeth Road and a point 50 metres south-west of that junction; (b) proceeding in a southerly direction on Trenchold Street from turning left into Wyvil Road.
2. An alternative route for affected vehicles will be available via Wandsworth Road, Kennington Lane and South Lambeth Road.
3. The Order will come into force on 1 June 2026 and continue in force for a maximum duration of 2 months, to allow for contingencies, or until the works have been completed whichever is the sooner. In practice, it is anticipated that the works will take 8 days to complete.
Dated 29 May 2026
Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager
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Notice of application for a Premises Licence.
Notice is hereby given that Georgina WyneDevlin has applied to Wandsworth Council for the variation of a Premises Licence at The Wild Hare, 90 Mitcham Road, London, SW17 9NG for Supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises and the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises.
Saturday - 10.00hrs to 18.00hrs: Monday – 10.00hrs to 19.00hrs: Tuesday to Friday – 10.00hrs to 20.00hrs.
Any person who wishes to make a representation in relation to this application must give notice in writing by 19th June 2026 stating the grounds for making said representation to: Merton Licensing Authority, Regulatory Services Partnership (Serving Merton, Richmond and Wandsworth Councils) Merton Civic Centre, London Road, Morden, Surrey, SM4 5DX or by email: licensing@merton.gov.uk
The record of this application may be inspected Monday to Friday (except Bank Holidays) by prior appointment at the offices of Merton Licensing Authority, Regulatory Services Partnership (Serving Merton, Richmond and Wandsworth Councils) Merton Civic Centre, London Road, Morden, Surrey, SM4 5DX between the hours of 10.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. Information on all new and variation applications received by the Licensing Authority can be viewed on the Council’s website www.merton.gov.uk
It is an offence, under section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in or in connection with an application, punishable upon conviction by an unlimited fine.
PUBLIC NOTICE LICENSING ACT 2003
To whom it may concern: I / We Prasanth Pathmanathan do hereby give notice that we have applied to the Licensing Authority at The London Borough of Bromley for (a new) Premises Licence at: 262 High Street, BR3 1DZ and known as Newsco
The application is to: Monday to Sunday: 06:00 till 23:00 (everyday)
Any person wishing to make representations to this application may do so by writing, stating the grounds of objection to: Licensing, London Borough of Bromley, Churchill Court, 2 Westmoreland Road, Bromley BR1 1AS. Representations may also be sent via email to licensing@bromley.gov.uk not later than Date: 19th June 2026
Representations received after this date cannot be considered. All representations MUST BE IN WRITING
A copy of the application can be viewed at the Licensing Authority’s address during normal office hours by appointment; or on the Council’s website: www.bromley.gov.uk (search applications).
It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with this application, the maximum fine on summary of conviction is currently unlimited.
Signed Prasanth Pathmanathan Applicant / on behalf of the applicant
Dated 22nd May 2026
LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH Notice Under The Town and Country Planning Acts NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council is considering applications as set out below under the following categories
ADV = ADVERTISEMENT CONSENT
FUL = FULL PLANNING PERMISSION
LB = LISTED BUILDING CONSENT
Written representations should be made within three weeks of the date of this advertisement to the Director of Planning, PO Box 80771, London, SW2 9QQ. Any comments made are open to inspection by the public and in the event of an appeal may be referred to the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government. Confidential comments cannot be taken into account in determining an application.
Application plans can be viewed online at www.lambeth.gov.uk/searchplanningapps – search using the reference number at the end of each application listing.
221 South Lambeth Road London SW8 1XR Refurbishment works and alterations to the existing building to provide a 12 room-12 person House in Multiple Occupation (sui generis) involving erection of a replacement ground floor rear extension, erection of a new outbuilding on existing concrete plinth, and provision of cycle parking, refuse storage, landscaping and other associated works 26/01435/FUL
46 Acre Lane London Lambeth SW2 5SP Replacement of brick pavers with heritage clay brick pavers to match new concrete paving, Replacement of existing timber sashes on a like-for-like basis with laminated glass and repairs to the existing box frames, Masonry repairs to the stone cornice detail to the front elevation, replace the existing covering and flat roof sections Internal Works - Fire door renewals Provision of new main building entrance doors MEP works across the buildings Internal remodelling including the provision of en-suite facilities, creation of new front entrance to the scheme via the car park, relocation of existing reception area to proposed front entrance and creation of new communal area, creation of new communal kitchen in place of bathing facilities
(Please note: The reference number for this Listed Building Consent application is 26/01443/LB but there is also an associated application for Full Planning Permission related to these works with reference number: 26/01442/FUL) 26/01443/LB
8 Groveway London SW9 0AR Replacement of the existing timber sliding sash windows to new slim-line double glazed white timber sliding sash windows. There are to be no changes to the window openings, design, or operation. (Flat 2 and 3) 26/00813/FUL
439 Brixton Road London SW9 8HE Display of 1 x internally illuminated static fascia sign and 2x non illuminated fascia lettering signs. 26/01463/ADV
17 Methley Street London Lambeth SE11 4AL Erection of a rear single storey infill extension, including a rooflight and window and lowering the existing basement floor level installation of a new glazed door to the existing rear closet wing extension and widening door opening to lower ground floor from front lightwell. 26/01369/FUL
Replacement of shopfront including recladding of shopfront surround, installation of a new shopfront frame and 2 no. air intake louvres to shopfront. 26/01462/FUL
Manor Gardens 60 Larkhall Rise London SW4 6JZ Replacement of timber sash and casement windows with double glazed timber sash and casement window and the installation of 2x roof lights. (Flat 5) 26/01120/FUL Dated 29/05/2026
Rob Bristow Director - Planning, Transport & Sustainability Climate and Inclusive Growth Directorate
LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH
PROPOSAL TO EXTEND THE PEDESTRIAN ZONE IN LOWER MARSH TO INCLUDE 9AM TO 9PM SATURDAY
[This notice is about extending the current pedestrian zone in Lower Marsh to include the hours of 9.00a.m. to 9.00 p.m. Saturday.]
1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth has, on 26 May 2026, made The Lambeth (Moving Traffic Restrictions) (Amendment No. 16) Order 2026 under sections 6 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended.
2. The general effect of the Order will be to extend the hours of the current Monday to Friday prohibition on vehicles entering or proceeding in those sections of Lower Marsh that lie between a point opposite the party wall of Nos. 80/81 and 82 Lower Marsh and the north-eastern kerb-lines of Launcelot Street and Frazier Street, and between the south-western kerb-line of Launcelot Street and Frazier Street and a point opposite the north-eastern wall of No. 140 Lower Marsh, to include Saturdays, between the hours of 9.00a.m. and 9.00p.m.
3. A copy of the Order, which will come into operation on 8 June 2026, of a map of the relevant area and of the relevant Order of 2024 (and of the Orders which have amended that Order) can be inspected during normal office hours on Mondays to Fridays inclusive until the end of six weeks from the date on which the Order was made at the offices of Lambeth Council’s Parking and Enforcement Group (Parking, Network Management & Fleet), 3rd Floor, Civic Centre, 6 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1EG, between 9.30 am and 4.30 pm on Mondays to Fridays inclusive (except on bank/public holidays). To arrange an inspection please email: Trafficorders@lambeth.gov.uk.
4. A copy of the Order may be viewed online at: https://streets.appyway.com/lambeth or www.lambeth.gov.uk/traffic-management-orders.
5. Any person wishing to question the validity of the Order or of any of its provisions on the grounds that it or they are not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, or that any requirement of that Act or of any instrument made under that Act has not been complied with, that person may, within 6 weeks from the date on which the Order is made, apply for the purpose to the High Court.
Dated 29 May 2026
Stevens
Network Manager
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A NEW PREMISES LICENCE
LA TAZZA DORO LIMITED has applied to Merton Council for a premises licence at: LA TAZZA DORO, 283 Kingston Road, SW20 8LB to provide the following licensable activities: Sale of Alcohol – (On and Off License) Monday to Sunday from 10:00 Am Until 22:00
Any person who wishes to make a representation in relation to this application must give notice in writing to: Merton Licensing Authority, Regulatory Services Partnership (Serving Merton, Richmond and Wandsworth Councils) Merton Civic Centre, London Road, Morden, Surrey, SM4 5DX or by email to: licensing@merton.gov.uk
By 12/06/2026
The record of this application may be inspected Monday to Friday (except Bank Holidays) by prior appointment at the offices of The Licensing Authority, Regulatory Services Partnership (Serving Merton, Richmond and Wandsworth Councils) Merton Civic Centre, London Road, Morden, Surrey, SM4 5DX between the hours of 10.00am and 4.00pm. Information on all new and variation applications received by the Licensing Authority can be viewed on the Council’s website www.merton.gov.uk
It is an offence, under section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in or in connection with an application, punishable upon conviction by an unlimited fine.
LICENSING ACT 2003
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PREMISES LICENCE
Take notice that I: MAJD Supermarket Ltd
have made an application to Lewisham Council acting as the Licensing Authority, for a New Premises Licence in respect of the following premises: 1-5 Further Green Road, London, SE6 1JU
The details of the application are as follows: Application for the sale by retail of alcohol for consumption off the premises only.
Alcohol off-sales: Sunday to Thursday 10:0000:00; Friday and Saturday 10:00-01:00. Premises opening hours: Sunday to Thursday 08:00-00:00; Friday and Saturday 08:0001:00.
The application and the Licensing Authority’s public register can be inspected at: Lewisham Council, Safer Communities Service, 4th Floor Laurence House, 1 Catford Road, London, SE6 4RU by appointment between Monday to Friday (except on public holidays) and between the hours of 9.00 am to 4.00 pm; or at www.lewisham.gov.uk
The last date by which responsible authorities or other persons may make representations to the Licensing Authority in relation to this application is: 15/06/2026
Any representations must be made in writing to the above address or by emailing licensing@lewisham.gov.uk
It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction is unlimited.
LICENSING ACT 2003 APPLICATION FOR VARIATION OF PREMISES LICENCE
Chan on Kim has applied to the London Borough of Lambeth to vary a Premises Licence, in respect of the following premises: KPUBSTAR ARCH 23 ATLANTIC ROAD, LONDON, SW9 8HX The nature of the variation is as follows: Supply of Alcohol for On& Off Premises consumption Regulated Entertainment (Live Music) Regulated Entertainment (Recorded Music) Late Night Refreshments Mon-Thu (10:00-03:30), Fri-Sun (10:00-04:00). The record of this application may be inspected during normal office hours by an appointment at the Licensing Section, London Borough of Lambeth, 3rd Floor Civic Centre, 6 Brixton Hill, London, SW2 1EG, or via the licensing authority’s website, at www.lambeth.gov.uk/licensing A responsible authority or any other person may make representation to the licensing authority in respect of this application. Representations must be made in writing, either by post to the above address, or by email to licensing@lambeth.gov.uk and must be received no later than 12th June 2025 It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with a licensing application, and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for that offence shall not exceed level 5 on the standard scale (£5,000).
of application for a Premises Licence
is hereby given that WINE DIRECT LTD has applied to Wandsworth Council for a new premises licence at Wine Direct, 1-3 Summerstown, Tooting, London SW17 0BQ for SALE OF ALCOHOL OFF THE
MON-SUN
PUBLIC ACCESS Any person who wishes to make a representation in relation to
application
give notice in writing by 16/06/2026 stating the grounds for making said representation to: Wandsworth Licensing Authority, Regulatory Services Partnership (Serving Merton, Richmond and Wandsworth Councils) Merton Civic Centre, London Road, Morden, Surrey SM4 5DX or by email: licensing@merton.gov.uk The record of this application may be inspected Monday to Friday (except Bank Holidays) by prior appointment at the offices of Wandsworth Licensing Authority, Regulatory Services Partnership (Serving Merton, Richmond and Wandsworth Councils) Merton Civic Centre, London Road, Morden,Surrey SM4 5DX between the hours of 10.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. Information on all new and variation applications received by the Licensing Authority can be viewed on the Council’s website www.wandsworth.gov. uk It is an offence, under section 158 of the Licensing Act 2003, to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in or in connection with an application, punishable upon conviction by an unlimited fine.
LONDON LOCAL AUTHORITIES ACT 1991: SPECIAL TREATMENT LICENSING NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A NEW LICENCE
Notice is given that AR AESTHETICS & LASER has applied to the LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH for a SPECIAL TREATMENTS LICENCE to carry out the following treatments: Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage, Sport Massage, Hot and Cold Stone Massage, Lymph Drainage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Cupping, HydroFacial, Chemical Peel, Dermaplaning, Microneedling, Nanoneedling and LED Light Therapy.
At the premises known as: Room 1, 91 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7HW
Anyone wishing to object to this application must give notice in writing, stating the grounds of objection, to the Licensing Authority, Lambeth Council, 3rd Floor, Civic Centre, 6 Brixton Hill, London, SW2 1EG (or via email to licensing@lambeth.gov.uk) within 28 days of the date of this application.
Date of Application: 22/05/2026
LICENSING ACT 2003
APPLICATION FOR GRANT OF PREMISES LICENCE
Tensor Studios Limited has applied to the London Borough of Lambeth for the grant of a premises licence, in respect of the following premises:
Tensor Studios, Arch 14, Miles Street, London, SW8 1RZ which would authorise the following licensable activities: Supply of alcohol (on- and off-license)
Monday to Wednesday: 12:00 - 22:00
Thursday to Sunday: 11:00 - 23:00
The record of this application may be inspected during normal office hours by an appointment at the Licensing Section, London Borough of Lambeth, 3rd floor Civic Centre, 6 Brixton Hill, London, SW2 1EG, or via the licensing authority’s website, at www.lambeth.gov.uk/licensing
A responsible authority or any other person may make representation to the licensing authority in respect of this application.
Representations must be made in writing, either by post to the above address, or by email to licensing@lambeth.gov.uk and must be received no later than 17 June 2026
It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with a licensing application, and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for that offence shall not exceed level 5 on the standard scale (£5,000).
LICENSING ACT 2003
APPLICATION FOR GRANT OF PREMISES LICENCE
London Borough of Lambeth has applied to the London Borough of Lambeth for the grant of a Premises Licence, in respect of the following premises: Clapham Library 91 Clapham High Street London SW4 7D
which would authorise the following licensable activities:
The supply of alcohol, live music, recorded music, performances, films, community and cultural events, late evening events, and associated regulated entertainment activities
Proposed Time: Monday to Sunday: 08:00 –01:00
The record of this application may be inspected during normal office hours by an appointment at the Licensing Section, London Borough of Lambeth Town Hall, Basement Room B08 & B09, 1 Brixton Hill, London, SW2 1RW, or via the licensing authority’s website, at www.lambeth.gov.uk/licensing
A responsible authority or any other person may make representation to the licensing authority in respect of this application. Representations must be made in writing, either by post to the above address, or by email to licensing@lambeth.gov.uk and must be received no later than 3 June 2026
It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with a licensing application, and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on summary conviction for that offence shall not exceed level 5 on the standard scale (£5,000).
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LYNN’S FRANKIE HANRATTY CLAIMS THIRD ENGLISH TITLE
By Sports Reporter
LYNN ABC’S Frankie Hanratty secured his third England Alliance ABA title last Sunday in Harlow, Essex, capping off an outstanding season in style.
Boxing against Paresh Kanji of Southall ABC, Hanratty delivered a superb performance to earn a well-deserved points victory and claim the title. The achievement follows another major milestone for Hanratty, who recently captained the England
Alliance team at a tournament in Martinique. Representing his country with distinction, he returned with two victories from his three bouts.
“This has undoubtedly been Frankie’s most successful season to date, and he continues to be a huge credit to both
himself and our club,” Lynn coach Terry Pearson said. Hanratty will now join his teammates at the International Belt Tournament in Hertfordshire on June 6 and 7 as he aims to continue his excellent run of form.
By ECB Reporters Network
SURREY CAPTAIN Sam Curran
struck an undefeated 71 from 47 balls to steer his side home in a hard-fought, low-scoring Vitality Blast clash against Middlesex, with the Three Feathers winning their seventh London derby on the bounce at Lord’s.
The visitors slipped to 56-4 in the eleventh over, still needing 88 to overhaul Middlesex’s total of 143-8, but Curran’s cool head guided them over the line with nine deliveries to spare.
The all-rounder shared an unbroken partnership of 88 with Laurie Evans, who finished on 34 not out from 21, to secure Surrey’s second successive win in the tournament.
“It was a tricky chase but we wanted to take it nice and deep,” Curran said.
“With a shorter side at Lord’s, we felt like we were never really behind the rate and it’s nice to win a game on a slower wicket that was a little bit tricky.
“We just tried to keep the rate below ten an over, we felt it would be tough bowling to that shorter boundary and Laurie played a beautiful knock there. Thankfully we cruised over the line.
“I think we’ve bowled really well in our first two games. Yousef [Majid] has bowled particularly well as a younger guy playing his first few in the competition.
“We dropped a couple of catches, which could have hurt us but in the end we’re really pleased with our second win in a row.
“There are two less games this year and of course it’s still early days but nice to get a few points on the board early.”
Surrey are at the Utilita Bowl, Southampton, to take on Hampshire Hawks this Friday (7pm).
Olympians roll over tired Tridents in Heath wave
By James Lockett
THE LONDON Olympians delivered another commanding performance in their home opener against Essex Tridents last weekend.
Having already defeated the Tridents 25-0 earlier in the season, the Olympians returned to Blackheath Rugby Club after three straight games on the road.
The Olympians’ defence took to the field first and immediately forced a quick three-and-out, giving quarter-back Brandon Fields and the O’s offence an early opportunity to establish momentum.
Fields wasted little time doing exactly that, leading the hosts downfield before connecting with tight-end Owen Tuthill for the opening touchdown of the afternoon.
Fields then escaped pressure and scrambled brilliantly before finding veteran wide-receiver Jed Brennan alone in the endzone, before Alex Darcy converted the twopoint attempt to extend the lead to 14-0.
Another Olympian veteran, Amedu Mark, soon added the third touchdown of the afternoon as the hosts entered half-time with a 20-0 advantage.
With the Olympians firmly in control, back-up quarter-back Toby McManus took
over offensive duties in the second half. In the third quarter, McManus connected with Tobi Ajibade for another Olympians touchdown and Kareem Osman converted the two-point attempt to make it 28-0. McManus then demonstrated excellent timing and composure to find Jed Brennan on an out route as he broke into the endzone for the second time.
As the game moved into the fourth quarter, the intense heat and Essex’s low numbers began to take their toll. One player who showed no signs of slowing down, however, was Spanish safety Angel Garcia, who intercepted a pass deep inside
the Olympians red zone before returning it more than 80 yards for a touchdown.
The Olympians added the extra point to make it 42-0 before the Tridents side were ultimately forced to end the game early due to fatigue and limited numbers.
Olympians head coach Riq Ayub praised both sides for their efforts in the heat.
“Our players once again showed focus and discipline to get the job done. It was a professional and confident performance and they executed what was asked of them from start to finish,” Ayub said. “I was also very proud of the humility and sportsmanship the team showed when
Essex could not continue. The Tridents are a great outfit and despite the heat and their low numbers they continued to compete with great spirit throughout and we thank them for what was a far more competitive game than the scoreline might suggest.
“We’ve taken another step forward as a team, but we now turn our attention to the Exiles in a few weeks time.”
The Olympians now move to a record of three wins and one loss, sitting firmly in second place in the South East Conference. Their next game will be against the Kent Exiles on June 7 in Blackheath (SE9 6TE).
Dulwich batsmen post centuries to put visitors to Bed
By John Lewis
A SUPERB double century stand for the third wicket, with both batsmen making hundreds, set Dulwich up for a 49-run victory in their M.Zaidi & Co Surrey Cricket Championship Division 1 match at home to Beddington last weekend.
Dulwich elected to bat, and Harrison Perry and Jacob Rhodes got them off to a
solid start. But Perry fell in the ninth over for thirteen, and Rhodes followed to the last ball of the twelfth for 20. Kiwi overseas player Will O’Donnell and skipper Ollie Steele thus came together with the score on 43-2. O’Donnell accumulated steadily, taking 73 balls for his first 50. But he then went into overdrive, taking 32 balls for his second 50 and just eleven balls for the next 40 before falling in the last over for 140 off 116 balls. This was his second century in successive innings. Steele also speeded up his scoring rate, taking 68 balls for his first 50 and 44 for his second to finish on 107 not out from 121, his second century
for the club. Their partnership had put on 243 in 37.3 overs. Tommy Wright, in his first game of the season, finally got in with three balls to go, and sensibly pushed a single off the first to give his captain the strike.
Dan Empson struck with a wicket in the second over of Beddington’s reply, but the third over went for nineteen, which put them well ahead of the rate. Despite an accurate spell from O’Donnell, who took the second wicket while conceding just twelve runs off six overs, they continued close to the rate throughout the innings. But although most of the batsmen got
a start, none of them was able to play a decisive innings as the bowlers steadily worked their way through the order, and their highest score was only 41. Two wickets for Henry Goodwin and one each for Perry - thanks to a smart stumping by Steele - and Felix Watson-Smyth reduced Beddington to 181-6 in the 33rd over.
Skipper Shamar Anderson and keeper Sam Owen put on 40 for the seventh wicket in five overs to leave 72 wanted off thirteen overs, but scoreboard pressure was starting to tell. Perry returned to the attack and had Anderson caught off his second ball. In his next over he removed
Owen, also caught, with his first ball and bowled the next batsman with his second. He then took the tenth wicket with the first ball of his next over. He had taken four wickets for four runs in twelve balls to finish with figures of 5-33 off 7.1 overs. Beddington had lost their last four wickets for 22 runs to be dismissed for 243 after 41.1 overs.
Dulwich have thus won two of their first three games and move up to third place in the table.
This weekend, they visit Valley End, who have won one and lost two, and are currently sixth.
Frankie Hanratty with coaches Terry Pearson, left, and Jimmy Moore
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By Mark Doig at Craven Cottage
STARTING THE final game of the Premier League season equal on points, both Fulham and Newcastle United knew that no combination of results would allow either to qualify for European football next season.
Temperatures at Craven Cottage tipped into the low-30s, so it was not surprising that the game had an end-ofseason feel to it. However, Fulham had more about them over the 90 minutes, and deserved the three points after goals from Issa Diop and substitute Tom Cairney.
The hosts were certainly the better side in the first quarter of an hour with Alex Iwobi involved in a lot of their best moves. He had their first goal attempt with a shot that was blocked to send it over. Antonee Robinson then tried his luck but his shot from 25 yards was deflected wide.
In the nineteenth minute, Marco Silva’s side went ahead. Kevin’s superb free-kick from 30 yards cleared the two-man wall and struck the bar, with Diop the quickest to react to head nto the empty net.
Emile Smith Rowe then burst forward for the Cottagers but couldn’t get any power on his shot allowing former Charlton Athletic and Welling United goalkeeper Nick Pope to gather.
At the other end, Joe Willock, who was a late inclusion in Eddie Howe’s starting line-up after Sandro Tonali was injured in the warm-up, gave Fulham a scare with a low diagonal cross that was just out William Osula’s, and Timothy Castagne was able to hack it clear.
Two half-chances came and went for the hosts’ front man Rodrigo Muniz, first a diving header from Kevin’s dinked cross that Pope stopped, then a first-time effort wide of the near post after Castagne had done well to pull it back from the byline.
For the first and only time in the afternoon, Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Lemo was called into action when saving a Willock shot with his right leg after the midfielder had been played in by Nick Woltemade.
However, the hosts continued to have the better of the possession without finding the clinical final pass to create clear-cut chances.
Fulham went close early in the second period when Muniz rose to meet an Oscar Bobb corner but it hit his shoulder and went past the near post.
Attacking the end that housed their supporters, the Magpies started to lift their game without looking threatening and Fulham made a first change on the hour-mark when 35-year-old Cairney
DIOP TOM BOOM Defender opens scoring before club skipper fires home superb second
replaced the injured Kevin.
Players requiring treatment, yellow cards, drink breaks, and substitutions meant that the game became scrappy.
Cairney went close with a 20-yard shot that whistled inches wide after Iwobi’s cross was headed out.
Having not learned from their
Diarra departs Loftus Road
By Shane Stapleton
THE FORMER Bordeaux and Marseilles midfielder, who also had spells with West Ham United and Charlton Athletic, has decided he wants to try to secure a head coach role.
Diarra, 44, was in charge of Troyes B in France from 2023 to 2025 before arriving at Loftus Road.
“I thank Alou for the year that we’ve spent together,” Hoops chief
previous scares, Newcastle again allowed Cairney far too much space on the edge of the area and this time he made them pay with a brilliant 25-yard strike into the top-left corner that gave Pope no chance.
Fulham almost added a third after Josh King burst through the middle.
Pope made a good save from his shot, but the bal landed at the feet of Harry Wilson who dragged his low effort wide.
To their credit, Newcastle kept going and Lewis Hall had a shot deflected wide by a team-mate before Harvey Barnes went close with a header that
Blues boss: ‘We let fans down’
By John Kelly
CHELSEA INTERIM boss Calum
executive Christian Nourry said:
“His warmth, empathy and creativity supported the other coaching staff in attempting to get the best results possible.
“Alou came to see me in April to let me know that he’d made the decision that he wants to go and be a head coach.
“We’ve decided that it’s best for both parties to part ways now. I wish him the very best in his search for a new challenge.”
McFarlane said the side “let the fans down” after the Blues finished a turbulent campaign with a 2-1 defeat to Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.
Trai Hume and a Malo Gusto own goal put the Black Cats 2-0 up before Cole Palmer pulled one back.
The defeat meant Chelsea missed out on European qualification as Sunderland went above them to finish seventh and secure a place in the Europa League, their first time in
Europe in 53 years.
McFarlane was the third man in charge this season, after Enzo Maresca and Liam Rosenior.
“We didn’t get the performance we wanted or the result,” McFarlane said.
“The message to the fans: we’re as disappointed as they are, and we’re gutted we couldn’t do it for them.
They’ve been brilliant this year, especially in the past couple of weeks when we needed to win games.
“We felt their presence, and unfortunately we’ve let them down.
We weren’t able to produce the performance they deserved.”
was off-target from an Anthony Elanga free-kick
Iwobi curled an effort beyond the far post in stoppage-time before the referee’s whistle brought the 2025-26 season to a close with Fulham finishing in eleventh place and Newcastle three points back in twelfth.
Former Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso takes over as manager from July 1. McFarlane is expected to be part of ex-Liverpool midfielder Alonso’s staff.
McFarlane said: ”This group has shown that, at their best and when we’re in the right place, we are a match for anyone in Europe. It hasn’t been seen enough throughout the season, especially in the second half.
“But we have some real quality players, a new manager with a brilliant reputation and we’ve still seen flashes in the last month of what this team can do.”
© Dennis Goodwin
Tom Cairney (10) celebrates his brilliant strike
Charlton goalkeeper the hero as Addicks win WSL promotion WHITEHOUSE BOTTLES IT
By John Kelly
Bottling it: The famous notes that helped win promotion
CHARLTON ATHLETIC goalkeeper
Sophie Whitehouse helped her side win promotion to the Women’s Super League with four penalty shootout saves against Leicester City - despite having her ‘cheatsheet’ water bottle flung into the stand.
Karen Hills’ side defeated, and relegated, the Foxes 2-1 on penalties after a 0-0 draw following extra-time in front of a record Valley crowd of 3,979 for a women’s game.
Whitehouse, 29, made her fourth and deciding save from Noemie Mouchon to send Charlton into the WSL for the first time.
Charlton’s Katie Lockwood hit the crossbar in extra-time and Lucia Lobago was flagged offside after heading in the rebound.
Whitehouse had denied Shannon O’Brien just before half-time in normal time and she
ensured it would go to extra-time when she saved from substitute Ashleigh Neville’s header at the back post.
Whitehouse had pictures of her opponents’ previous penalties on her water bottle, and she denied Emily van Egmand, O’Brien and Heather Payne.
Amalie Thestrup and Ellie Mason scored from the spot for the hosts, while Olivia Loughlin scored Leicester’s only penalty.
Leicester goalkeeper Katie Keane appeared to throw Whitehouse’s bottle into the Jimmy Seed Stand midway through the shootout.
But that didn’t stop scenes of jubilation among home supporters, with Hills in tears, after Whitehouse denied Mouchon.
Charlton had finished third in the WSL 2 and faced a Foxes side that had finished last in the WSL. With the top flight expanded from twelve to fourteen teams from next season, Charlton claimed the final place.
“That was like the best feeling ever to
make those saves in that game and do what I needed for the team,” Whitehouse said.
“For some reason my bottle disappeared.
I don’t know where it went, but I guess you can guess,” Whitehouse added. “Luckily, there was someone behind the stands who scrambled to grab it and gave it back to me, and maybe I had some information that helped me in this moment.”
Hills led Tottenham Hotspur into the WSL in 2017.
“It means everything to the fans, the club, and the owners. It’s just a remarkable moment in the club’s history, and something that every single person involved in Charlton should be incredibly proud of,” Hills said.
Charlton were disbanded in 2007 following the men’s side’s relegation from the Premier League, before being reformed later in the same summer under new management.
The win over the Foxes completes a
remarkable rise from the National League’s Southern Division.
Hills knows her side will be competing against vast budgets in the WSL next season.
“I’m excited, nervous and apprehensive because I’ve done it before. It’s tough,” Hills said.
“We have the best league in the world with some of the best players in the world. We have to be realistic and honest.
“We are a very progressive club. I was here as a player when we were a top team so that is my ambition again. Football doesn’t stand still so we have to stay with it.”
Meanwhile, Rick Passmoor’s Foxes have been relegated after five seasons in the top flight.
It completes a miserable season for football in Leicester, after the men’s side were relegated to League One ten years after winning the Premier League title.
“The fans are fully endorsing what
The celebrations begin
Leicester are doing with the women’s team,” Passmoor said.
“They want to be entertained - of course they do - but I want to tell them that the work the staff do behind the scenes is relentless.
“We don’t know what impact [relegation] will have but I’d like to thank the fans.”
Charlton: Whitehouse; Fitzgerald, Skeels, Lobato, Mason; Muya (Ross 79), Bradley, Kenney, McAteer (Lockwood 80), Hutton (Humphrey 90+8), Bissell (Thestrup 68).
Leicester City: Keane; Jansson (Payne 91), Kees (Swaby 88), Thibaud, Mayling (Mouchon 111), Tierney, McLoughlin, Ale (Williams 55), Rantala (Neville 55), Cain (van Egmond 55), O’Brien.
Attendance: 3,979 (556 away)
Referee: Emily Heaslip
Webster set for Hornchurch Azeez nets debut double
By Shane Stapleton
FORMER BROMLEY captain
Byron Webster is set to join National League new boys Hornchurch.
Webster, 39, left the Ravens this summer after leading them into League
One for the first time in their history.
Andy Woodman’s side won the League
Two title on the final day.
Former Millwall centre-back Webster also won the Football League Trophy with the club and scored the winning penalty against Solihull Moors in the 2024 National League final as Bromley secured a first-ever promotion to the
Football League.
Daryl McMahon’s Hornchurch are in the fifth tier for the first time in their history after they defeated Torquay United 3-2 after extra-time in the National League South play-off final.
By John Kelly
MILLWALL’S FEMI Azeez
scored twice on his debut for Nigeria to help the Super Eagles defeat Zimbabwe 2-0 in an international friendly tournament semi-final at The Valley in Charlton on Tuesday.
Azeez opened the scoring when he fired into the bottom corner from the edge of the box in the fifth minute.
The Lions winger doubled the advantage from Terem Moffi’s cross with a six-yard finish.
Azeez grew up in Northwood and has a Nigerian father and Spanish
mother.
The former Reading attacker scored eleven goals and registered eight assists last season as Alex Neil’s Millwall qualified for the Championship play-offs where they lost 2-0 on aggregate to Hull City.
Azeez was the subject of a bid worth around £15million from Ipswich Town last January. The Tractor Boys could reignite their interest after their promotion back to the Premier League. Nigeria will play the winners between India and Jamaica in the Unity Cup final at The Valley this Saturday.
© Keith Gillard
Femi Azeez in action for Millwall
Byron Webster leads the celebrations
Sophie Whitehouse saves her third penalty
TROUBLE FLARES AHEAD OF EAGLES EURO DECIDER
By John Kelly
TROUBLE ERUPTED on the eve of Crystal Palace’s Europa Conference League final against Spanish side Rayo Vallecano in Leipzig in Germany on Wednesday.
Saxon State Police confirmed there were two arrests after clashes in the city centre.
In videos shared on social media, Eagles fans outside a bar appeared to be targeted by a group dressed in black.
In one video, a couple of Palace fans appear to confront the group as beer bottles and glasses as well as chairs are thrown.
Reports said that one officer from the Federal Police and one from the State Police sustained minor injuries during the clashes.
BOSS SPRINGS WORLD CUP SHOCKS
Palace midfi elder joins Palmer, Foden, Trent among controversial omissions WHITEHOUSE BOTTLES
By John Kelly
CRYSTAL
PALACE midfielder
Adam Wharton has missed out on England’s World Cup squad - with Three Lions boss
Thomas Tuchel defending his decisions after some shock omissions.
Tuchel called players the day before the squad announcement but several leaks appeared in the media ahead of the official press conference.
Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire went on social media before Tuchel’s official announcement to say he was “shocked and gutted” to not be selected.
That led Tuchel to respond: “I
was a bit surprised [by Maguire’s Instagram post], but I respect his personality a lot, I respect his quality a lot.”
Tuchel also left out Chelsea’s Cole Palmer, Manchester City’s Phil Foden and Real Madrid’s Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson joins Jordan Pickford and James Trafford in the 26-man party.
Eagles FA Cup winners Marc Guehi of Manchester City and Arsenal’s Eberechi Eze are also included.
There were several other surprises in the squad. City defender John Stones has played only two league games since last October, both in May and only one of them a start.
Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White also missed out, while Ivan Toney, who plays in Saudi Arabia for Al Ahli, was selected despite having played just seven minutes under Tuchel.
Newcastle United defender Livramento travels to the United States despite missing the last month of the season with a thigh injury.
Appearing to anticipate the questions that would follow about the omissions, Tuchel pointedly said at the announcement: “I can assure every fan in the country that we have 26 100 per cent committed players with us. Who know their role, who are ready to buy into their role on and off
the pitch and who are ready and committed to the idea of team spirit and being unselfish.”
Tuchel explained his thought process when selecting the squad:
He said: “From day one we were clear that we are trying to select and build the best possible team, which is not necessarily to select and collect 26 most talented players.
“Teams win championships, it’s as simple as that. What we are trying to achieve in summer can only be achieved as a team.
“That in mind, we chose a very balanced squad.”
England start their campaign against Croatia in Dallas on June 17 before games against Ghana in Boston and Panama in New Jersey.
“At approximately 8pm, around 300 Rayo Vallecano fans, considered to be at high risk of hooliganism, were gathered in the city centre,” a Saxon State Police statement read.
“Near the outdoor seating area of the Leo’s Brasserie restaurant, clashes suddenly broke out with English fans who were seated on the outdoor terraces of both Leo’s Brasserie and Dhillons.
“Bottles, beer glasses, and pub furniture were thrown at each other.
Physical altercations also occurred.
“Officers on the scene immediately intervened and separated the two groups of fans, checked the identities of more than 300 people, and issued dispersal orders.
“Known troublemakers from Crystal Palace moved to the area of the Penguin Ice Bar and approximately 60 individuals provoked passing Spanish fans and were surrounded by federal police.”
Palace boss Oliver Glasner was set to take charge of his last game after leading the side to unprecedented success. Palace won the first two major trophies in their history under the Austrian last year, the FA Cup and Community Shield.
The Eagles were in their first-ever European final on Wednesday against the La Liga side.
Go to southlondon.co.uk for the report and reaction following the �inal.
Adam Wharton has been ignored by Thomas Tuchel