South London Weekly - May 1st 2026

Dear Reader,

I love this country. But loving Britain also means being honest about where we are today. Britain is broken. Nothing works as it should anymore.

Fourteen years of Conservative Government broke Britain.They left us with higher taxes, uncontrolled immigration, high council tax, rising crime and a cost-of-living crisis that is hitting families hard.

Now Keir Starmer’s Labour Government is making things worse.

If you want to get rid of Keir Starmer and change the direction of this country, there is one way to do it: Vote Reform UK in the London elections on 7th May.

London needs Reform. It is one of the world’s great capitals. Yet these days Sadiq Khan’s London often feels lawless and unrecognisable to Londoners who can no longer afford to live in their own city.

Everywhere I go, people tell me the same thing.They are struggling with the cost of living. Energy bills and taxes are too high. Crime is rampant. And after years of broken promises, they feel let down by Labour and the Conservatives.

Above all, people tell me that Reform UK is now the last real hope for change. I take that responsibility very seriously.

We are the only serious challenger to Keir Starmer and his Chancellor, Rachel Reeves.The Conservatives no longer represent a credible alternative. Supporting them risks allowing Keir Starmer to remain in power.

If London and Britain are to move forward, it will only happen if people come together behind one movement that can actually deliver change.That movement is Reform UK.

Only Reform UK will put the British people first. We will stop illegal immigration, secure our borders and stand up for those who work hard and play by the rules. We will act on the cost of living, including removing VAT on domestic energy bills and easing the pressure on families.

Reform UK is the only party seriously committed to protecting pensioners by preserving the state pension triple lock. Our pensioners deserve security, dignity and respect and we will not take that away.

Where Reform UK has already taken control of local councils around the country, our record is extraordinary. Nine Reform-run councils have saved over £700 million by cutting waste, not frontline services. We are keeping council tax lower than other parties and fighting to stop taxpayers’ money being wasted on things like asylum hotels.That is what Reform UK in power looks like.

Now we are standing candidates in elections all over London on 7th May. For decades, the old parties assumed you had nowhere else to turn. Now you have. If you want real change, you will not get it by supporting the same failed parties.

We cannot do this without you. And London will only get the change it needs if you vote Reform UK on 7th May.

Vote for Change. Vote Reform - Get Starmer Out.

Yours,

Nigel Farage MP Leader of Reform UK

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Jamaican-Turkish fusion lands in Peckham

We are talking serious flavour and even better vibes

By Myfanwy Fleming-Jones

AN ORIGINAL Jamaican-Turkish fusion residency has opened up in a Peckham pub, and it already feels like it was always meant to be there.

Jurkish, created by Peckham-born Nazli Ramadan, brings a vibe as full of life and as diverse as the community surrounding it — complete with honey-infused cocktails brewed to complement every plate.

A proud South Londoner Nazli attended Sydenham School in Lewisham and launched Jurkish at John the Unicorn on Rye Lane after the success of her pop-up JUMBI in nearby Copeland Park.

She’s been putting a creative spin on Jamaican and Turkish cuisine for over a decade, and this new home feels like the moment it all clicks into place.

John The Unicorn on Rye Lane was acquired by Peckham-based brewers Gosnells and reopen last November. The pub is housed in what was once a decorator’s shop and has become a favourite for its laid-back vibes, neon cocktails, craft beers and stone-baked pizzas.

“I am always going to be the biggest

champion of how overlooked the little pockets of South London are,” she says. “The culture that South London has brought to London and the whole world — the art, food and energy. We are bold, brazen and honest people.”

The menu reflects exactly that spirit. Steaming plates of curry goat manti sit alongside hot and cold mezze, Jurkish grill, cornmeal crème brûlée and pistachio brownies.

Nazli has also partnered with Gosnells to create the Jurkish ‘nectars’ — naturally brewed honey beers ranging from £6 to £13 with the raspberry hibiscus and honey and

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ginger varieties pairing particularly well with the manti.

Small plates start at £4, mains around £15, and there’s a £5 jerk wrap lunch deal worth catching this April.

Jurkish is open weekdays 12–9 and weekends 12–10, with festival appearances lined up at On the Rise, Crystal Palace events and Meatopia. A brunch menu could also

be on the way - so keep your eyes on their Instagram stories to stay up to date. For Nazli, staying local was never really a question.

“Being from Peckham, there’s such a strong sense of community. From the guy running the car park to the woman selling seamoss under the bridge. Where else would I be?”

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HISTORIC DULWICH PUB COULD COME DOWN AND BE COMMUNITY GARDEN... FOR NOW

By Evie Flynn

PLANS HAVE been submitted by Dulwich Estate to knock down the dilapidated but historic Grove Tavern Pub and turn it into a community garden while futher plans are looked at.

The Grove pub in Lordship Lane – which has stood empty since a kitchen fire forced its closure in 2012 – could be cleared after the lease held by Stonegate Group expired in September last year.

Under the proposals submitted to Southwark Council, the 1830s-built pub would be knocked down and the plot transformed into a community garden for up to three years, while longer-term plans for the site are considered.

Dulwich Estate owns the 54,000-squarefoot site, which was once a popular Harvester restaurant before Stonegate took over the lease in 2011.

The boarded-up eyesore has become a bone of contention with frustrated residents. In 2024 we reported that the pub company, at the time in debt more than £3bn, had been continuously paying rent to the Dulwich Estate, despite not having occupied the site – equivalent to 19 tennis courts in size – for well over a decade.

The Dulwich Estate, which has now taken back the lease from Stonegate, has submitted a planning application to Southwark Council detailing a temporary three year plan, before longer term developments are decided.

They said the building is “beyond viable repair” due to extensive fire damage and water ingress, leaving it in a “severely dilapidated” condition.

The Estate has proposed a community garden in partnership with Grove DIY to create “a sustainable, creative and greener space” while plans for a mixed development are considered.

A mixed development would see residential and commercial properties built on the site, but no plans have been proposed by the Dulwich Estate yet.

The Dulwich Estate have said the current temporary skatepark on site will remain as it is and is not part of the planning application proposal.

In 2020, during the height of lockdown, a group of furloughed workers took the

abandoned, unloved space and built a DIY skatepark in the empty grounds. Soon, they were joined by more fans who got to work building more skate equipment and setting up a community garden.

The group were threatened with eviction but their clear love for the site – and the fact they were looking after it more than anyone had for years – won over the council, Stonegate and Dulwich Estate and they were given indefinite permission to stay.

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The community garden will allow local groups to grow plants and food. It would feature raised beds, seating, running water and potting sheds.

There will also be space for workshops and the Estate have said the plans will promote “enhanced biodiversity” at the busy junction into Dulwich and East Dulwich.

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As we have previously reported, the local authority was said to have preferred a pub on site whereas the estate hoped for a residential and commercial development.

Locals appeared split on whether it should be used for housing – or bringing back the historic watering hole.

The Dulwich Estate is a registered charity covering around 5,000 homes and 80 shops, restaurants and pubs in Dulwich

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Alongside comments on the planning proposal portal, the Estate have said they are happy to receive written feedback on the plans from the local community.

You can give your feedback by emailing: grove@thedulwichestate.org.uk.

By Pablo Munoz

A BERMONDSEY park, which for years suffered from a north south divide, will be levelled-up by Southwark Council to the tune of £700,000.

Bramcote Park is divided by Verney Road with the southern side featuring a playground under Southwark Council’s control. A housing association has held control of the northern side of the park for more than 25 years, but in January this year surrendered their lease. Now managed entirely by the

council, Bramcote Park, which is just yards away from Millwall Football Club, will get new hard and soft landscaping, upgraded play equipment, new outdoor seating and furniture, a new orchard and games area.

Councillor Helen Dennis said:

“We’re delighted that work is finally starting on Bramcote Park North.

Residents have been waiting patiently for improvements, and we know how important this green space is to the community.

“Resolving the ownership issues has been key to unlocking this

investment, and once complete, the park will be fully managed by Southwark’s Parks team. We look forward to welcoming residents to celebrate the transformation.”

Southern Housing had held the lease on Bramcote Park North. The group used to be the Samuel Lewis Trust, which was founded in 1901 by philanthropist Samuel Lewis with the aim to address housing insecurities in London by providing affordable housing to vulnerable communities. Contractors Blakedown are carrying out the £700,000 works, which are estimated to last around 14 weeks.

Fire in Camberwell damages four homes over the weekend

By Leah Renz

FIREFIGHTERS RACED to tackle a blaze in Camberwell as four maisonettes were on fire over the weekend.

Six fire engines and over 40 firefighters scrambled to Picton Street on Saturday 25 April to extinguish the flames.

The Fire Brigade received its first of 24 calls at 4:33pm and brought the blaze under control by 5:46pm.

Around 20 people had already left the council-owned property by the time the Brigade arrived, and there are no reports of any injuries.

The ground floor maisonettes “sustained the most damage” whilst second floor homes saw “partial damage”, according to a London Fire Brigade spokesperson.

A 32-metre aerial ladder was deployed at the scene to shower down water from above and emergency crews from across Peckham, Brixton, Lambeth, Dockhead, Old Kent Road and Dowgate fire stations were mobilised.

Picton Street is also home to a Primary School and a nursing home.

A Southwark Council spokesperson said:

“As part of the immediate response to the fire incident over the weekend, the council placed residents from the most severely affected homes into temporary accommodation, provided by Southwark, where they will be able to stay until further notice.”

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

FREE CAMBERWELL FOOD FESTIVAL THIS MAY

Saturday 16 May from 11am – 7pm

By Evie Flynn

CAMBERWELL GREEN will be hosting the free Eat Around the World food festival for the third year running on Saturday 16 May from 11am – 7pm.

South London food lovers are in for a treat this May, with a food festival celebrating the rich diversity of flavours found across Camberwell and wider South London.

Last year, the festival drew an impressive crowd of over 7,000 local residents and families and this year promises to be even bigger.

Described as a “true foodie destination,” the festival will showcase cuisines from across Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean. With more than eighty food stalls to explore, visitors can expect a vibrant mix of tastes, aromas, and culinary traditions.

This year will also shine a spotlight on hyper-local produce, from honey and jam to cakes, mushrooms, and locally brewed mead. Camberwell Green’s farmers’ market will be on hand, offering farm-fresh produce, artisan and deli items, as well as

plants and herbs.

A selection of bars will be available to quench your thirst, serving local craft ales, cider, bubble tea, wine tastings, and classic Pimm’s. Visitors can also pick up a free Camberwell Food Map, guiding them through the SE5 food scene and helping them make the most of the festival.

For those keen to explore further, Camberwell Food Walks will run throughout the day, taking guests to some of the area’s most exciting food destinations. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample dishes and meet the people behind the recipes.

The recently launched Camberwell Life App will be showcasing what’s on offer at the festival and will provide culinary tours around each continent.

Annette Cauneen from Urban Farmers’ Market, who played a key role in developing the festival, said:

“This festival turns Camberwell Green into a global kitchen. Every stall opens a door to another culture, reflecting the extraordinary food landscape of Camberwell itself.”

Thanks to funding from Southwark Council, there will be a free community

lunch on offer made by Spring Community Hub food charity as well as a free bouncy castle and range of games for children.

Kids can enjoy a bouncy castle, zorb balls, a penalty shoot-out competition run by Amuru children’s charity, as well as face painting and arts and crafts stalls.

The local Metropolitan Police team will also be present, offering bike security marking, while a range of local charities and community groups will showcase the best of Camberwell’s vibrant community. There’s no need to book, simply turn up on the day and enjoy a celebration of food, culture, and community in the heart of SE5. Saturday 16 May, 11am-7pm Camberwell Green, SE5 7AA

McDonald’s could flip decision to leave the Walworth Road

By Evie Flynn

MCDONALD’S HAS submitted plans to replace the Poundland site on Walworth Road – but it won’t be open 24 hours.

McDonald’s is seeking to re-establish a presence on the road after their previous branch closed in December last year –due to what a spokesperson described as ‘local redevelopment in the area’.

The fast food retailer has submitted plans to Southwark Council that would see them occupy the current Poundland site at 284 – 286 Walworth Road, if approved. It was once the Temple Bar

but like so many pubs on the Walworth Road it was closed many years ago.

In order to submit plans, the unit doesn’t need to be empty and Poundland is still trading according to listings online.

The previous McDonald’s branch, at 198 – 200 Walworth Road near Manor Place and Walworth Police Station, closed after serving customers for over four decades.

Before its closure, it operated from 5am to midnight Sunday to Wednesday, and 24 hours a day from Thursday to Saturday.

Plans for the new site propose trading hours from 6am to midnight seven days

a week. They would also include a rear extension and a dining area with space for around 120 customers.

Planning documents say that the proposal should be considered as for restaurant use, with takeaway services as ‘ancillary.’

This classification means the site could operate as a dine-in restaurant without requiring a separate planning application for a change of use.

Residents near the site have been asked by Southwark Council to submit their feedback on the plans by 12 May.

The council aims to make a decision on the proposals by 14 June 2026.

8 NEWS

By Romilly Schulte

SW8 RESIDENTS will see in National Portugal Day with a series of street parties and events as Lambeth Council promises to put Little Portugal on the map, amid closures and rising rents.

An evening of music, dance, food and drink is set to take place on Saturday June 13 in the Wilcox Road area, and will celebrate Portugal Day, a national holiday which commemorates the death of poet Luís Vaz de Camões.

This has been positioned as part of Lambeth’s Growth Plan, in which the council promises to “celebrate and support” Portuguese communities through “improved wayfinding” and a “gateway” to Little Portugal.

This refers to the area in between Vauxhall, Nine Elms, Stockwell and Oval, its central artery being South Lambeth Road, a street lined with Portuguese-run restaurants, shops, bars and cafés.

Councillor Marcia Cameron, the cabinet member for economic inclusion, said: “Our Portuguese-speaking businesses are an essential part of Lambeth’s unique character. Lambeth Council is committed to supporting our local businesses and strengthening the visitor economy.”

But, concerns are being raised about whether the area will continue to maintain its heritage amid rent increases, Brexit and a post-Covid strain on the hospitality industry.

Michael Costa, manager of popular Portuguese restaurant Estrela, said: “A good 20 per cent of our regular Portuguese customers has gone down.

“A lot of them moved out because of the rent prices. I know quite a few landlords

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that rent out rooms in the area and the customers used to be almost 90 per cent Portuguese, and now it’s changed.

“There used to be park activities for the community which ended around Covid and no-one has picked up the reigns to keep those events.

“And because of less and less rents, and less and less Portuguese shops, as a few closed down because of Covid, it’s weakened the community and people have moved out a bit further towards South London and Croydon.”

He said that the council had spoken to the restaurant about putting up road signs near Nine Elms showing the way to Little Portugal, although officials are yet to confirm this.

The SW8 area is still London’s largest lusophone community with over 9,000 Portuguese speakers, and Cllr Cameron hopes that the Day of Portugal party will increase footfall.

Marco (pictured) from the Lisboa bakery, which has another well-known spot on Golborne Road said: “It’s a good idea to make this area more touristy.

“The difference between ours and the other place in Portobello is that there you can see a lot of people. Here, it’s a community area.”

One local told us that the South Lambeth and Wilcox Road remain the primary social hub for the Portuguese community, even if individuals have started to move further afield.

Costa of Estrela said that they are also seeing higher numbers of student visitors due to the recent student accommodation developments in the area.

The young are certainly still drawn to the sunny terraces of South Lambeth Road; a pair of afternoon patrons of

the soon-to-be-developed Nolan’s pub nearby said they were drawn to the neighbourhood because of its cheap pints and unique deli offerings.

Previously, Lambeth funded the 2025 project “Shine a Light on Wilcox Road”, which added painted murals and signs by NOOMA studio to the ex-market street.

The council said that these “successful” installations had “boosted footfall” and “enhanced the connection” between South Lambeth Road and the nearby Nine Elms tube station.

Lambeth Council said that future improvements will be made in consultation with local businesses and residents.

LITTLE PORTUGAL PREPARES TO CELEBRATE

New craft beer shop to open in Sydenham

By Ruby Gregory Local Democracy Reporter

A CRAFT beer company will open its third bar and shop in South London after Lewisham Council approved changes to an existing premises licence.

Craft 26 Ltd, the company behind Craft Metropolis, submitted a Variation of Premises Licence Application for 26B Sydenham Road in February as it had taken over a venue that already had an alcohol licence.

Several changes had been proposed to the existing licence, including changing the venue’s name, changing the layout and amending licensable hours for the sale of alcohol on and off the premises.

Lewisham Council’s Licensing SubCommittee approved the application during a meeting on Tuesday April 21.

The venue had previously been a deli and coffee shop called Good Food however it was announced in December 2025 that it was closing down. Good Food has a branch in Catford which remains open.

Craft 26’s proposals received 10 responses, with three representations of support and seven objections.

Cllr Jack Lavery, who represents Sydenham Ward, where the venue is based, expressed his support for the application.

Others in support of the application said it would mean “one less empty unit on the local high street” and said existing venues in Penge and Brixton had a real community ethos to them.

Those who were against the proposals had concerns over the sale of alcohol until 11pm every day as well as concerns about how noise could impact residents living nearby during the evenings.

During this week’s meeting, Oliver Meade, Director of Craft 26, said: “We provide a safe, relaxed space to enjoy drinks and create a nice atmosphere. We’re a community-focused space, we’re open-minded and have numerous regulars.

“We don’t rely on transient footfall; we have to build our reputation on being

a nice place and doing a nice thing and being able to supply a nice atmosphere; we’re not a pub or a rowdy bar.”

Mr Meade said he was “extremely willing” to work with residents who had raised objections, and with the council as well.

He said: “I want a place that is safe and happy and that I’m proud of. I don’t want people to be upset, I don’t want unhappy neighbours – I’m not in this to annoy anyone or get anyone’s back up.”

Mr Meade and the council’s licensing team agreed to add a condition which

means customers won’t be allowed to temporarily leave to smoke at the front of the venue and will instead be redirected to the designated smoking area at the back of the premises.

When it came to closing statements, Mr Meade told the committee: “I wouldn’t have chosen the location if I didn’t think it would work or be an addition. I think what we do is really great fun, a really good service and it makes loads of people really happy.”

The committee unanimously chose to grant the application.

By Cameron Blackshaw

Local Democracy Reporter

A CAMPAIGN to save and restore a unique 19th Century building in South East London has been launched ahead of its potential sale.

The Woolwich Rotunda is a Grade II listed circular structure on Woolwich Common, built in 1814 as a temporary ballroom to celebrate Napoleon’s defeat and exile.

Currently owned by the Ministry of Defence (MOD), the Rotunda has been put on the market alongside the Royal Artillery Barracks. The barracks will likely be redeveloped into housing, but the Rotunda has been listed individually by commercial real estate agents Avison Young.

The spacious 35m-long building was designed by John Nash—the architect responsible for Buckingham Palace and Marble Arch—and it was initially located in the gardens of Carlton House, the town residence of George IV in Westminster while he was Prince Regent.

The 24-sided polygonal ballroom was moved to Woolwich Common on the orders of the Prince Regent so it could be used for the Royal Artillery. The Rotunda opened as a museum for the Royal Artillery in 1820 and was one of the earliest purpose-built public museums in the world.

The museum closed to the public in 1999 when its collection moved to the new Firepower museum at the Royal Arsenal. The building served briefly as a boxing gym for the King’s Troop, Royal Horse Artillery, but it has had no sustained occupied use since 2010.

Without heating or ventilation, the iconic local structure has steadily deteriorated over the years. It was placed on Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register in 2007 and emergency works to keep it standing have been carried out over the past few years, costing approximately £3 million.

Now that the Rotunda’s sale is looming, a group of Greenwich residents have formed the Rotunda Trust in order to purchase the building, return it to public use and restore it to its former glory.

The trust—led by directors Michael Trousdell and Lara Ruffle Coles— has teamed up with the Greenwich Enterprise Board (GEB) and put together an ambitious bid to purchase the Rotunda site for the community.

Lara said: “The Rotunda was built as a place for people to gather and served that purpose for 181 years. It has been left to decay for a quarter of a century. Returning it to public use, for the nation, and for the people of Woolwich, brings it full circle to its original purpose.”

The bid would see the Rotunda become available for events such as school trips and public meetings that would be offered subsidised or free. It has also been imagined as a cultural space that could host concerts, theatre or exhibitions, as well as a venue that could be hired privately for weddings or corporate events.

The trust and GEB also want to build a new workspace next to the Rotunda, designed to house small and medium sized businesses with light industrial space, offices and creative studios.

The GEB intends to acquire the Rotunda site’s freehold and then grant the trust a “long-term full repairing and insuring peppercorn lease”. The joint bid includes a £1 offer to the MOD to purchase the site.

The trust has two conservation

ONE OF GREENWICH’S HISTORIC BUILDINGS IS ON SALE

WHERE LABOUR COULD STRUGGLE IN LONDON – AND HOW IT COULD AFFECT CITY HALL

By Kumail Jaffer

Local Democracy Reporter

LABOUR’S EXPECTED London

losses in the local elections could make life much tougher for the Mayor of London, opposition parties have warned.

Recent surveys suggests both the Green Party and Reform UK are set to make gains across the capital, while both the Conservatives and Liberal Democrats could cause Labour trouble in one or two boroughs.

Analysis from pollsters More in Common claimed the Greens are heavily favoured to win some inner London boroughs, such as Hackney and Lewisham, while Reform will leapfrog the Conservatives in outer London areas such as Bexley, Bromley and Havering.

This was backed up by this week’s MRP poll from YouGov, which suggested that Labour, which currently controls 21 of the capital’s 32 boroughs, will only have the largest vote share in 15 of them come May.

They predict the Greens will have the highest number in four boroughs, Reform UK in three, the Conservatives in five and the Liberal Democrats in four.

WHERE LABOUR IS SET TO STRUGGLE

In a media briefing on Monday, April 20, Luke Tryl of More in Common said:

“The Greens will be going after inner London boroughs, the Tories will want to win back their flagship boroughs and we expect Reform to make their biggest gains in the south east of London.

“The Greens could do very well, taking advantage of the disaffected progressive vote. We expect to see significant change in Hackney, where Labour have dominated for a long period of time.

“We could see Labour reduced to single digits [on the council], while the Mayoral contest adds an extra layer of complexity.

“The capital isn’t one of Reform’s strongest areas, but they could cost the Conservatives in places like Bexley and Bromley, and do well in Havering, as well as in the Labour stronghold of Barking and Dagenham.

“For the Liberal Democrats, they dominate the ‘golden corner’ in the South West- their best prospects come from replicating their General Election success in places like Wimbledon and Merton.

“Traditionally, the Liberal Democrats have also done better in places like

Southwark and Haringey; they won’t want to leave those parts to the Greens.

“For the Conservatives, their hope might be on a difficult night, the narrative slightly changes if they are able to win places like Westminster and Wandsworth [that were lost in 2022]. Their best prospects also come in Barnet.”

HOW THIS AFFECTS SIR SADIQ KHAN AND CITY HALL

While Londoners will have to wait until 2028 to vote for the next Mayor and members of the London Assembly, the results of the local elections in London could have a significant impact on Sir Sadiq Khan’s legacy.

While the Greater London Authority (GLA) dictates the regional strategy on major issues such as housing, transport, and policing, it is up to the boroughs to implement such policies.

The next two years, however, could see a political battle of attrition between City Hall and various London boroughs over contentious matters such as major developments and Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs).

Bullish opposition parties have pledged

to “hold the Mayor’s feet to the fire” after May 7 if London ends up a lighter shade of red.

Liberal Democrat London spokesperson, Luke Taylor MP, told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS): “From the housing crisis and transport cuts, to the rise in neighbourhood crime, Londoners have been let down by Labour for far too long.

“We were promised that a Labour Mayor and Government working together would get a better deal for residents, instead we have seen broken promises and we are at risk of managed decline.

“Across the capital people want local champions who stand up for their communities and deliver on the issues that really matter, not just chat about culture war soundbites, which is why increasingly they’re turning to the Liberal Democrats.

“We will continue to hold the Mayor’s feet to the fire on the issues affecting Londoners, demanding more bobbies on the beat to keep our streets safe, fighting against the cuts to bus services and calling out their failure to fix our pothole riddled roads.

“Every vote for the Liberal Democrats in May’s elections here in London is a vote to hold Labour accountable and stand up against the divisive politics of Reform.”

A City Hall Conservatives spokesperson added: “Sadiq Khan continues to let down Londoners by neglecting the responsibilities of his job and refusing to take being Mayor of London seriously.

“At every level – from City Hall, to council chambers, ward by ward, the Conservatives in London will continue to hold his feet to the fire. Whether it is his plans to bulldoze our Green Belt or slashing police front counters, we will oppose plans that make London worse off.”

The elections will also have an impact on London Councils, a cross-party organisation that represents London’s 32 borough councils and the City of London.

City Hall and London Councils, which is both chaired and dominated by Labour officials, currently work closely on the implementation of housing, transport and environmental policies across the capital’s boroughs.

On June 16, however, a new Chair and

Executive Committee will be elected “on a politically proportional basis”, meaning the Mayor of London could have to work with a very differently politically aligned organisation.

SADIQ KHAN’S PLEDGE

The Mayor has accepted that, whatever the outcome, he would work with the new batch of local leaders to continue to serve London.

“I’m there for all Londoners, which means representing all of London, whether you voted Labour, Conservative, Green, Lib Dem, Reform, or any party, big or small,” he told the LDRS last week.

“Similarly, I try to work with all council leaders, whether you’re a council leader who’s from my party, or Conservative, or Lib Dem. Or a Green, or a Reform, going forward after May 7.

Sadiq Khan willing to work with Reform and Green councils after May elections

“It’s really important we come together as Team London to work for the common good – and as long as I’m here, I’ll carry on working with politicians from all parties for the common good, which is our constituents.”

By Cameron Blackshaw

Local Democracy Reporter

THE BATTLE to keep Bromley in London may already have been won after Reform appeared to change its tune on planning for another ‘Brexit’.

Nigel Farage’s party has denied it has any plans to split Bromley from the Greater London Authority (GLA) despite Reform councillor Alan Cook saying last summer Mr Farage was “really enthusiastic” about his proposal to have Bromley Council leave the capital. He cited the ULEZ expansion and London Mayor Sadiq Khan’s “pet and vanity projects” that didn’t benefit Bromley as reasons.

Speaking in the borough earlier this month, Mr Farage suggested Bromley residents would want to hold a referendum to decide whether they would remain part of London. Reform has now denied it has any proposals to split Bromley from the GLA.

A Reform UK Bromley spokesman said: “Over the last decade of Sadiq Khan and Labour’s catastrophic leadership it’s only natural that Bromley residents have become increasingly disillusioned with their place in the GLA.

“Whilst the Labour Party has serious questions to answer about its failure to deliver for the outer London boroughs, Reform UK has no plans to take Bromley out of London.”

Following Mr Farage’s prediction that within a few years many residents in Bromley and other outer London

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launched the campaign in reaction to Mr Farage as he wanted to promote the “tangible benefits” residents enjoy by being part of the GLA. He even hinted at inviting Reform’s candidate for the Mayor of London, Laila Cunningham, to Bromley to debate the issue.

He said: “This isn’t just about your identity, about whether you feel like you’re in Kent or in London. This also comes with some really tangible benefits, like the over 60s Freedom Pass, the disabled person’s Freedom Pass and the Oyster Zip pass for children and young people.”

Mr Conlon wanted to fight back against Reform’s claims that Sir Sadiq was ignoring outer London boroughs like Bromley. He said the new £130m regeneration of Crystal Palace National Sports Centre was a project spearheaded by the Mayor and it wouldn’t be possible without GLA funding.

He said: “That’s going to be such an exciting thing in my constituency for generations of people to come. You place that in jeopardy as well [if you split from the GLA]. There are so many things that being in London comes with and I think it’s really important that we articulate that.”

Mr Conlon admitted the debate over whether Bromley was part of London or Kent divided his constituents, and he felt Reform was trying to capitalise on that

result between the Tories and Reform as to who will emerge with the most council seats.

Mr Conlon said: “They’re trying to divide people. The number of times they’ve mentioned Sadiq Khan as part of this campaign. They’re trying to say to people, ‘do you think he should be your Mayor? Leave London and move to Kent’.

“It’s kind of like ‘Make Bromley great again’, a sort of nostalgia of seeing the word Kent on an envelope. I think they’re trying to use that to divide people and it’s classic Reform campaigning.”

2,000 SIGN PETITION TO STAY IN LONDON

Despite encountering some support for the GLA split on doorsteps, the Beckenham and Penge MP said most people he had spoken to about his campaign were supportive. He also said 2,000 people signed his petition in a matter of hours when it launched last week, and thousands more had signed it since.

One particular issue that divides those living in the car-reliant borough of Bromley was the Mayor’s decision to expand ULEZ to all 32 boroughs in 2023. Mr Farage has called ULEZ a “monstrous tax on the poor”, but Mr Conlon defended the air quality

WHAT WILL IT MEAN FOR LONDON TO HOST ITS FIRST EVER TOUR DE FRANCE FEMMES TEAM TIME TRIAL?

By Kumail Jaffer

Local Democracy Reporter

CITY HALL are hoping London’s historic hosting of the first ever Tour de France Femmes team time trial will see more women take to two wheels across the capital in future.

Central London will play home to an 18km circuit culminating in a finish line on the Mall in August 2027, with the world’s best female cyclists set to take part.

The three days of the Tour taking place in Britain – including a peloton from Leeds to Manchester and Manchester to Sheffield – are expected to be the most attended women’s sporting event ever staged in Britain.

Will Norman, the Mayor of London’s Walking and Cycling Commissioner, said it could inspire more women to get on their bikes in the capital.

Last year, a report from London Cycling Campaign revealed that less than a third of cycle journeys in London were made by women. In the Netherlands, the figure is over half.

“More women are cycling than ever before in London, but there still remains a gender imbalance,” Mr Norman told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS).

“This is an incredible opportunity

to inspire women and girls to inspire cycling as a way to both get around and as a sport.

“Events like this are demonstratable in terms of increasing participation.”

The historic Grand Tour has twice before staged events in London in 2007 and 2014. But Mr Norman said London did not see a significant uptick in participation following those events because it simply wasn’t safe enough to convince potential cyclists to take to the roads.

He said: “You can have an event that gets people excited, but if you don’t have the facilities for after the event, people won’t take part.

“We’ve unveiled 430km of cycle lanes, and all the things that are needed.

“We now not only have the event, but the infrastructure capable of sustaining it. People can now literally go out the next day.”

More than 1.5million cycle journeys are made in London every day, according to Transport for London (TfL) data, a 43 per cent increase on 2019.

But there are still concerns that trips are too concentrated in Zone 1 rather than being accessible in outer boroughs, despite a renewed City Hall focus on investing in the latter.

“Cycling has been a Central London thing, people commuting in,” Mr

Norman admitted.

“But that is changing. We are spending more money in outer London than central – there is the demand, but people will only cycle once they feel safe. We want people everywhere in London to get the benefits of cycling –whether it be mental health, financial, or fun.”

Sir Sadiq Khan added: “I’m proud that London will host this historic moment for women’s cycling. Londoners and visitors will be lining the streets to cheer on the world’s best riders as they race through our capital, taking in some of our best-known landmarks before a triumphant finish on The Mall.

“London is a cycling city, with 1.5 million bike trips a day last year and this global sporting event will inspire the next generation of women cyclists and help build a better London for everyone.”

Mr Norman also said the event, which will take place on August 1, will be a “massive boost” to the local economy and benefit London overall.

In 2015, former Mayor Boris Johnson told the London Assembly that he withdrew the city’s bid for the Grand Depart 2017 – set to cost £35million – “so that TfL can focus investment on higher priority projects, including cycling infrastructure.”

By Rich Brann

ELEPHANT AND Castle’s Corsica Studios nightclub has held its last hurrah - it had been around for two decades, was one of London’s standout independent clubs and an emblem of Southwark’s nightlife, and for now, will disappear from the map. If it can’t survive, what can?

Its closure on Saturday March 28 was the latest in a long line, coming in the midst of a post-COVID collapse of the UK’s nightclub scene. Business costs are spiralling. A more health-savvy and cost-conscious younger generation is facing high unemployment and the terrifying prospect of a £9 pint, and since the shock of the pandemic, 20 per cent of late night bars and nightclubs in London have gone under.

In real numbers, that’s 1,100 bars, restaurants and clubs that shut in London between 2020 and 2024, at the height of the crisis. In South London alone, the closure of Corsica Studios is added to the long-term closure of Printworks in Surrey Quays and the Dogstar in Brixton.

It comes as the economic crisis of 2022 and subsequent post-COVID cost of living crises have wreaked havoc across the hospitality industry, with nearly ten thousand jobs lost just from November 2025 to December. Closer to home, pub landlords told this paper, shortly before the government’s VAT u-turn that they were in the worst position in two decades and overheads had risen by 40 per cent in the last few years.

The decline of London’s night life has been a persistent thorn in the side of the capital’s politics, with former Night Czar Amy Lamé facing constant criticism for her lack of ability to effect policy and her £132,000-a-year salary in the face of obvious industry decline, resigning in 2024.

In January, meanwhile, the Night Time Industries Association castigated Chancellor Rachel Reeves for leaving many of their businesses out of a new business rates relief scheme, calling for their industries to get further protection from the government. A 23-point plan released the same month by London’s independent Nightlife Taskforce emphasised the pressing need for a dedicated fund for future industry project, improved night transport, and reduced VAT.

And you can’t forget that Southwark’s a much younger borough than most, with a significantly higher proportion of residents in their 20s and 30s compared to the rest of London, all naturally eager to hit the dance floor.

That’s not to mention the massive influx of students to Southwark, with hundreds of student apartments scheduled for the Elephant and Castle regeneration, nearly five hundred more to be built atop Southwark Underground station, and nearly 2000 student beds to be available at the LSE’s redevelopment before 2032.

WHERE WILL THE PARTY-GOERS ALL GO?

One option might be Freight in Brixton, set to be the largest rooftop bar in the city with a capacity of more than 1,000. They’re an encouraging sign for the industry considering the success of their outlets in Leeds and Newcastle, and a potential sign of how nightlife is moving towards more diverse offerings, with specialty bars available, football fan zones, and food festivals all lined up for the venue.

But for now, Southwark gets a different type of nightlife reinvention – the reopening of the Palais.

When doors close, windows open, and as Corsica Studios disappeared the Peckham Palais staged its grand return.

It was a great start, too. In just the first month of opening, the massively popular magazine Mixmag were happy to crown it

CAN THE NEW PECKHAM PALAIS SAVE SOUTHWARK’S NIGHTLIFE?

The long-abandoned nightclub has made its return to spectacular praise

London’s best new nightclub.

The Palais has a long history of fame, struggle and survival. The original building in Rye Lane opened as a department store in 1867 with a grand Venetian-style clocktower.

It was the subject of a long campaign to get it listed by Historic England, after being earmarked as one of the most endangered buildings in Britain in 2021.

After years of being one of South London’s top destinations for techno, the beautiful Victorian venue ended up closed for 12 years until a long period of rescue and revival under new owners Night Group.

Night Group have been able to band together as an independent, communityled collective, owning a suite of other nightclubs like NT’s Loft and Netil 360, and only ever expanding in the last decade.

Such a large portfolio of clubs can help safeguard them and their new flagship venue from the economic shocks that have killed so many independent outlets, which, for now, can only be a good thing for nightlife lovers in Southwark.

Founded by Louis Hyams in 2024 and starting as a small pop-up in Dalston, the group has grown into a serious powerhouse in the capital employing more than 250 people.

Louis Hyams said: “Our success comes down to adaptability and a clear vision - from the outset, we’ve focused on creating multi-use venues that can evolve throughout the week, whether that’s daytime events, club nights, private hires, large group bookings, outdoor terrace

experiences or midweek programming like jazz sessions.

“That flexibility allows us to generate multiple revenue streams and stay resilient in a challenging market... operating as a collective is a key part of our success.”

Despite this, Hyams did clarify that the broader economic climate was still a worry, bringing rising costs and shifting consumer behaviour, though he attributed that the Night Group’s long-term resilience would be down to maintaining genuine cultural relevance and being delivering consistent experiences across their venues. Most tickets for the Palais are a hefty £23, though some specifically affordable (and only occasional) nights offer £8 tickets.

The bar above the dance floor can be entered for free, but you can expect your wallet to be similarly light after a night there too. It’ll turn off a lot of people, but the general quality and intensity that a night at the Palais offers aims to offset the steep entry price.

Along those lines, commitment to a genuinely escapist experience also really helps the Palais hit those heights. The policy is clear – no phones. No recording, no photos, nothing to take clubbers out of the moment or embarrass them when they see themselves dancing on a friend’s Instagram the next morning.

It’s a policy that works really well in Berlin’s still-legendary, still-thriving nightlife scene, a city that over 40 per cent of respondents to a 2026 survey by the London Nightlife Taskforce, mentioned as being a good model for London when asked how to improve the capital’s

nightlife.

On top of that, the new Palais is covering all bases with its offerings. Having multiple floors works wonders for keeping partygoers happy, the first floor hosting a classy bar with a much calmer, quieter atmosphere to get some rest, while the basement hosts the high-capacity dance floor that reportedly needed a year of testing to get the sound right.

A lot of shrewd decision-making went into making the Palais appeal to everyone. One night might be heavier on the throwback house music, while another night might feature more uncommon kuduro music rooted in Angolan history. Smoking areas away from the public view and a quieter underground dance floor all keep neighbours happy – critical at a time when neighbourhood objections have become a serious threat to endangered nightlife in places like Soho.

Residents were wholesale in support of the Palais returning too, with the venue having fallen into a state of total disrepair

for years prior. Multiple letters of support from charities, entrepreneurs and residents to Southwark Council affirmed local belief that the venue would be run responsibly.

One resident clarified: “The management has engaged meaningfully with community groups and demonstrated genuine commitment to being more than just a commercial venture.”

Louis Hyams, similarly, praised the experience of working with Southwark Council in reopening the Palais. He said: “Their support and enthusiasm for the project has been genuinely encouraging and shows what’s possible when local authorities engage constructively with the sector.”

After such stellar early reviews, new revellers and old timers will hope Palais becomes a cornerstone of South London nightlife again and perhaps the start of grand revival for the capital’s club scene – or at least a temporary escape from the troubles of the industry.

Murder investigation launched after Camberwell death

By Evie Flynn

POLICE HAVE launched a murder investigation after a 30-year-old-man died of “significant injuries” at an address in Camberwell on Wednesday (22 April).

The police were notified of the death of a man at an address in Winterslow Road, Camberwell, just after 6:30pm on Wednesday 22 April.

Paramedics and officers attended the scene but the man was sadly pronounced dead after being found with “significant injuries”. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

A 66-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder by police officers in Kent on Thursday (23 April).

He has been taken into police custody.

Superintendent Alan Duncan, who oversees policing in the area, said: “This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with the victim’s family and loved ones at this very difficult time.

“We have made one arrest and our investigation continues at pace, as we work to establish the full circumstances.

“We would like to ask anyone with relevant information that could help our investigation to come forward.”

Anyone with information that may assist police is asked to 101, quoting CAD 6742/22Apr26 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

SOUTHBANK CENTRE LAUNCHES ITS 75TH ANNIVERSARY LINE-UP

By Evie Flynn

THE ICONIC Southbank Centre is turning 75 this year, marking the milestone with a vibrant line-up of anniversary celebrations.

The Southbank Centre’s story began in 1951 with the Festival of Britain and the Royal Festival Hall at its heart. Built to provide hope to the nation after the turbulent Second World War, eight million people visited London during May to September 1951 as the country embraced modern art and architecture.

The Royal Festival Hall is the last surviving structure from the original festival site and was the reason why the Southbank Centre itself was built. Completed on 3 May 1951, the hall was finished just in time for the Festival’s opening, with further additions made during the 1960s as the site developed into a major cultural hub.

75 years later, the centre is channelling the same spirit of celebration in 2026, with

a series of takeovers and exhibitions to mark the diamond anniversary.

The centrepiece of the festivities is You Are Here on 3 and 4 May, marking the exact beginning of the Festival in 1951. The performance takes the audience on a journey through 75 years of British youth culture, including music, dance, theatre and fashion. It lasts two hours and invites visitors to move through the scenes themselves, from the swaying of a 1950s tea dance to the intensity of a nightclub dance floor.

To celebrate 50 years of the iconic skate space beneath Queen Elizabeth Hall, the area will transform into the Skate Space exhibition (7 May – 21 June), featuring photography, audio and video on a paywhat-you-can basis.

On 25 and 26 July, steel pan groups from across the country will be coming together in a nod to the first steel pan performance at the Festival of Britain. In 1951, the Trinidad All-Steel Percussion Orchestra

performed outside the Royal Festival Hall as the first steelband to travel abroad, introducing the musical form to a new audience.

In the summer, youth culture will be celebrated again with Imagine the Future – led by renowned poet Lemn Sissay –where local and national schools will share their hopes and dreams for the future through poetry and creative writing.

Building on this focus, the Southbank Centre will also present a new youthpowered weekender, Letters To The Future (18–20 September), spotlighting the ‘cultural leaders’ of the next generation, including Amelia Dimoldenberg, Olly Alexander and Myra-Rose Craig.

Goalhanger, the popular podcast company headed by Gary Lineker, will be hosting a series of live shows, Q&As and panels in The Rest is Fest (4 – 6 September). Responsible for fan favourites like The Rest is Football, The Rest is Politics and The Rest is Entertainment,

the faces behind the series will be heading to the halls to bring the entertainment to the stage.

In the autumn, pianist Yuja Wang (11 September – 13 December) will combine a traditional piano recital with mixed reality headsets for a 50-minute immersive performance and throughout the year, Southbank Centre will be highlighting some of the iconic artists it has hosted from around the world.

The Hayward Gallery will present a landmark exhibition of Anish Kapoor (16 June – 18 October) and the Royal Festival Hall will mark the 90th birthday of composer Steve Reich with the Classical Opening Festival (22 – 27 September).

Other highlights include Harry Styles’ Meltdown Festival (11 – 21 June), which features 11 days of music, dancing and community, alongside a new range of public artworks unveiled on the Riverside Terrace created by Sir Quentin Blake.

To keep the history of the centre at the forefront, the team is now inviting anyone with memories of the Festival of Britain to come forward – whether it be from one of the events on the South Bank or from the celebrations across the country.

To submit a memory, head to the Southbank Centre website: www.southbankcentre.co.uk/ festivalofbritain

To see the full line-up of events or to book tickets, visit: www.southbankcentre. co.uk/our-75th-anniversary/ Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, SE1 8XX

King’s College Hospital is first to use robotic assisted surgery for kidney stones

By Francesca Papp

KING’S COLLEGE Hospital has become the first in the UK to use robotic assisted surgery to treat patients with kidney stones. The robots are being trialled in the King’s Urology Department and have so far treated 20 patients.

The procedure is performed using a robotic navigation system that allows a urologist to control the camera, laser, and stone-grasping instruments. As a result, kidney stones are completely removed without damaging the surrounding healthy tissue.

Kidney stones form when substances such as calcium become highly concentrated in the urine and crystallise.

Over 300 patients with kidney stones are treated at King’s each year. With the new robotic procedure, patients will be able to return home within days of being treated.

Patient Diahann Walkes from New Cross was one of the first to undergo robotic assisted surgery at King’s. She said: “I was not sure what to expect when I discovered a robot was going to help remove my kidney stones, but everything went really smoothly, and I was able to go back home to recover just days after the surgery.”

Consultant Urologist, Mr Sanjith Gnanappiragasam, said: “Until recently, kidney stone surgery involved a hospital stay of between two and four days and a long period of rest and recuperation.

“We know that people can recover better at home in the comfort of a familiar environment, and offering the option of a day case procedure will help reduce waiting lists for treatment. We are extremely proud to be part of the first UK team to trial this service.”

While robotic-assisted surgery has been used in the NHS over the past 20 years, King’s College Hospital is the first to use the technology to treat kidney stones.

The hospital was recently ranked stage six for digitalisation by the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS), making it one of Europe’s top hospitals.

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By Charlotte Lillywhite

Local Democracy Reporter

R ESIDENTS HAVE upped their fight against plans to convert their neighbourhood’s last allotments into a graveyard.

Locals have been calling on Richmond Council to rethink its decision to extend Teddington Cemetery onto Shacklegate Lane allotments since it agreed on the plans in December to meet demand for burial spaces.

Neighbours have vowed to keep fighting after the council rejected their petition asking it to reconsider the decision in March. The petition, which was signed by 1,758 residents, warned destroying the cherished 120-yearold allotments to extend the cemetery was “just a short-term solution to the longer-term problem of burial space” shortages in Richmond.

Neighbours and allotment holders told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) the council had failed to put in place a long-term sustainable burial strategy, involving reusing plots, to protect the allotments, like other local authorities had managed – including the City of London Corporation.

While the council granted permission for the cemetery to be extended onto the allotments in 1993, it only ended up taking some of the site and it was not until December last year that it formally approved plans to take the remaining allotments.

Residents said they felt the council had bulldozed ahead with the plans despite facing very different circumstances to those in 1993 – a climate emergency, declared in 2019, which made protecting allotments even more important.

They pointed to the council agreeing in 2018 to introduce a grave reclamation scheme when more burial space was needed in Richmond, which they said could have provided enough plots without needing to take all of the remaining allotments.

Reclaimed graves must be at least 75 years old and have extra burial space.

Eight years later, residents told the LDRS they felt the council had been negligent as it had not put such a scheme in place.

They said the council had considered taking the allotments in two sections when it wanted to extend the cemetery again, but it was now taking them all –meaning they would be lost completely, which they described as a short-term fix that would permanently destroy a long-term community resource.

The extension is set to provide more than 700 new burial spaces at the cemetery and would be used up in around 30 years.

Resident Jane Cowling, 54, said: “They have not stuck to their promises, what they said in 2018 that they should do, and they’ve actually been quite negligent in handling their responsibilities, and it feels like they’re just trying to pass every other excuse back onto us.”

Jane said the allotments had brought the community together for decades –with owners now facing displacement onto different sites in the borough, or giving up having an allotment entirely if they could not travel outside of Teddington.

Jane said: “They’re a real green lung in the heart of our community. Not only do we have individual allotment holders, but there’s also a number of community groups that use it. It’s a real convening point for people to come and get into the outdoors to grow some vegetables, to chat and build relationships and

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community.”

She added: “It seems such a shame to me that they want to expand that space. Not only is it really quite an intrusion on the residential space here, but I think they’re prioritising the dead over the living.”

Council officers told the environment committee in March there was no burial space left in Teddington, as the last plot had been sold, and the authority needed to move forward with the plans as quickly as possible to provide new plots for the borough while it looked for long-term solutions.

They said the council was investigating reusing existing burial plots to maximise space, but this would only be possible in the long term.

Resident Candace Taylor’s daughters grew up playing on the allotments, where she has owned a plot for 25 years – the site is where one of her children, who is now a marine biologist, learnt to love nature.

The 62-year-old said: “I’m a primary school teacher in the local area and the children from the local school, lots of them walk down past the allotments and really enjoy talking to the allotment holders and looking at the chickens and just understanding where food comes from, which in this day of mobile

phones and everything is very, very important.”

Candace said the council had pledged to protect allotments, respond to the climate emergency and focus on sustainability, “yet they’ve made the decision to do this, so it just doesn’t really match what they said that they would do”.

Richmond’s Local Plan up to 2039 says the council “will protect existing allotments”.

Resident Paul Cuff, 79, who has owned an allotment on the site for 40 years, also said they were vital for residents’ physical and mental health.

Paul said the committee’s handling of their petition in March was “just a nod to a democratic process, but nothing else”.

He said: “There was no discussion, there was no real answer to any of the points that we’d raised in support of the petition, it was just a total farce. It wasn’t even voted on… the petition asked them to reconsider their decision to take these allotments and use them for cemetery ground, and there wasn’t even a vote on it.”

Paul described the immense support their campaign had received from the community, who did not want to see the allotments lost forever.

He said: “The support for the petition was overwhelming… most people felt very strongly about the fact that it was being converted into cemetery use and it’s so unnecessary because there is plenty of space, despite what the council are saying, there’s plenty of space which could be reused in the actual existing cemetery.”

The campaigners have launched a website with templates for people to email their local MP and ward councillors to push for a review of whether alternative provision can be found and the cemetery expansion can be redesigned to keep some or all of the existing plots.

Candace added: “We’ve just launched a website because we’re not giving up, and how people can help is to email their MP and ward councillors… on the website there’s easy to email templates and contact details for the councillors so that would really, really help us because we’re not giving up. Once the allotments are gone, they’re gone forever.”

The website can be viewed at saveteddingtonallotments.co.uk

A Richmond Council spokesperson told the LDRS it understood the importance of the allotments to the community, and had not taken the

decision lightly, but it had to act now to ensure continued provision of local burial space as the cemetery would reach capacity by summer.

The spokesperson said: “Many plot holders understand why this step is now being taken. This will deliver more than 700 new burial spaces, securing burial provision for around 30 years.

“The land at Shacklegate Lane has been designated for cemetery use for many years, and the temporary nature of the allotment use here has been clearly communicated and understood.

“While we recognise the temporary use of this land for allotments has brought many benefits to our residents, the borough offers a range of other allotment spaces. We remain committed to supporting every affected plot holder, offering alternative sites and ongoing assistance throughout this transition.

“We’re focused on the cemetery remaining a green, welcoming, and accessible space for residents. We are developing plans to improve biodiversity, create new opportunities for volunteering, and establish accessible community gardening projects – ensuring that wellbeing, nature, and community life continue to flourish here for decades to come.”

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HERNE HILL ART FAIR

A BRAND-NEW cultural event is coming to South London as the Herne Hill Art Fair launches for the first time, taking place over two weekends on 8–10 and 15–17 May 2026, writes Michael Holland

Hosted by Station Hall, it will take part in the Dulwich Artists’ Open House. The curator of the art fair is Luana Asiata, who took time out from creating art to talk to her favourite publication.

How did you become an artist?

I started young - drawing felt like a safe escape into another world. My older brother is an amazing artist and inspired me a lot. We both went to art school. I later worked in graphic design across advertising and publishing, which still shapes my work. Just before the pandemic, I moved into art full-time and haven’t looked back.

How would you describe your art?

My work draws on the residues of experience—those felt geographies that remain long after I’ve moved on. I use loose, gestural marks alongside graphic shapes that move across the canvas - like a blueprint of my journey through lived experiences.

‘They are expressive and strike the perfect balance between landscape and abstract: just reminiscent enough of real landscapes to transport you to a new, plausible world, but abstract enough to allow the viewer to

endow the image with their own emotional interpretation.’

Where does your inspiration come from?

‘A lot comes from memories of home in New Zealand and my experience as a Samoan artist now living in London. I’m always thinking about my culture, interactions I have with people, and places I’ve been to. I bring those layers together to create work that feels energetic, emotional, and thoughtful.’

How many of your artworks are in the exhibition?

I’ll be showing 15 paintings, in a range of sizes, from 80x80cm to 30x30cm. There’ll also be smaller original works on paper and fine art prints.

What would you like people to see in them?

I’d love people to find a moment of joy— something that feels personal or familiar to them. I think we’re all linked in some way through art, and I really value that shared experience.

Do they have a message?

They speak of the energy and spirit we share with people, the land and places we inhabit. I’ve been thinking a lot about the Samoan concept of va—the relational

space that binds us. It holds the imprint of ancestors, the echo of conversations, the weight of land and ocean. It exists in how I stand beside others, how I return home, how I acknowledge what came before me. That sense of connection weaves through my work like a thread.

What are your hopes for this Art Fair?

I hope it brings real connection between artists and collectors - that artists do well, and collectors find pieces they truly love. It’s about celebrating both local and international talent and bringing people together.

Anything you’d like to add?

We’ve got the Herne Hill Print Fair coming up in July—email info@hernehillartfair.com to join the waiting list! Full details: www.hernehillartfair.com/ Station Hall, above Herne Hill Station, Herne Hill, SE24 0JW on 8–10 and 15–17 May.

Review: Les Liaisons Dangereuses @The National Theatre

LES LIAISONS Dangereuses has undergone many reincarnations in the centuries since its release; sometimes retaining its French title, often Anglicised to become Dangerous Liaisons, and once given the 90s teen romance treatment as Cruel Intentions.

Whether set in 18th-century Paris or the elite educational institutions of modern New York, the idea is the same: shining a (moody and atmospheric) light on the usually hidden sexual politics and gender dynamics which underlie society, writes Melina Block.

While I’m not entirely convinced that this latest rendition at The National Theatre understands the tone it’s going for, it certainly understands the aesthetic. The costumes are decidedly Bridgertonian: much like the hit Netflix drama, the most glamorous, and sexy, elements of a nonspecific era of the past are retained - corsets, sparking jewels, swishing gowns - forgoing historical accuracy for something far more seductive and fun. This is

especially necessary in this production, with the sweeping dance sequences interspersed between scenes, skirts and shirts billowing as the cast glide and spin around the stage.

Previously mentioned tonal issues aside - most glaringly how the Vicomte de Valmont’s (Aidan Turner) sleazy and at times genuinely criminal sexual exploits quickly give way to earnest protestations of love and suffering, clearly somewhat ironically, but with moments (especially towards the end) where it feels like we are meant to sympathise more than feels possible - the acting is strong. Each of the main characters is convincing as strikingly different personalities, with Lesley Manville standing out as the jaded and scathing Marquise de Merteuil.

Living up to its notorious reputation, Les Liaisons Dangereuses is a slick, sexy, and scandalous night of high drama. National Theatre until June 6th.

Booking and full details: https://www. nationaltheatre.org.uk/productions/lesliaisons-dangereuses/

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LICENSING ACT 2003

APPLICATION FOR GRANT OF PREMISES LICENCE

Haylab Meron has applied to the London Borough of Lambeth for the grant of a premises licence, in respect of the following premises: Koral, 95 Landor Road, London, SW9 9RT which would authorise the following licensable activities:

Supply of alcohol for consumption on the premises:

Monday to Thursday: 10:00 to 00:00

Friday to Saturday: 10:00 to 01:00 Sunday: 10:00 to 23:00

Provision of late night refreshment:

Monday to Thursday: 23:00 to 00:00 Friday to Saturday: 23:00 to 01:00 Sunday: 23:00 to 23:30

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 15 May 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).

Notice of application for a Premises Licence.

Notice is hereby given that BUR & GUR has applied to Wandsworth Council for a new premises licence at 238 York Road, SW11 3SJ for late night refreshment and timing from 10:00 AM - 6:00 AM.

Any person who wishes to make a representation in relation to this application must give notice in writing by 20th of May 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.

Goods Vehicle Operator's Licence

William David Dean, trading as W.D. Dean, of 1/6 Brook Street, Erith, Kent, DA8 1JF, is applying for a licence to use: Unit 2- 2 Anderson Way, Belvedere, Kent, DA17 6BG as an operating centre for 3 goods vehicles and 0 trailers.

Owners or occupiers of land (including buildings) near the operating centre(s) who believe that their use or enjoyment of that land would be affected, should make written representations to the Traffic Commissioner at Quarry House, Quarry Hill, Leeds, LS2 7UE, stating their reasons, within 21 days of this notice. Representors must at the same time send a copy of their representations to the applicant at the address given at the top of this notice.

A Guide to Making Representations is available at www.gov.uk/object-hgv-operator-licence

JAMES SJOGREN STRONG

Notice of application for a Premises Licence

Notice is hereby given that Escape Hunt Group Limited has applied to Wandsworth Council for a new premises licence at Escape Hunt, Unit 3B.01, 11 Barley Walk and Unit 3B.02, 9 Barley Walk, London, SW18 1UL for the following licensable activities:

1. Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 10:00 to 00:00

2. Sale and supply of alcohol (on the premises): Monday to Sunday 10:00 to 23:30

Any person who wishes to make a representation in relation to this application must give notice in writing by 18.05.2026 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 BOROUGH OF LAMBETH

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14

TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS – VARIOUS ROADS IN CONNECTION WITH THE LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, being satisfied that it is necessary to restrict traffic on various roads because of the likelihood of danger to the public that could be caused by an increase in traffic and parked vehicles in connection with the transit and depositing of ballot boxes in relation to the Local Elections 2026, the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth has made an Order, the effect of which will be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, proceeding, parking or waiting (including waiting for the purpose of loading and unloading a vehicle) in the following lengths of road: (a) Kennington Oval, between its junctions with Vauxhall Street and Clayton Street; (b) Vauxhall Street, between its junctions with Kennington Lane and Kennington Oval; (c) Clayton Street, between its junctions with Kennington Road and Kennington Oval; (d) Bowling Green Street, between its junctions with Kennington Road and Magee Street.

2. The prohibitions outlined in paragraph 1 will not apply to vehicles delivering ballot boxes to The Kia Oval Cricket Ground or vehicles requiring access or egress to properties only accessible from those roads, as directed by a traffic marshall or a police constable in uniform.

3. The alternative route for affected vehicles for the measure outlined in paragraph 1(b) will be available via Kennington Lane, Durham Street, Harleyford Road, Kennington Oval, Harleyford Street, Kennington Park Road, Kennington Road and Clayton Street.

4. The Order will come into force at 16:00 on 7 May 2026 and continue in force until 01:00 on 8 May 2026.

Dated 1 May 2026 Ben Stevens Highways Network Manager

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PUBLIC NOTICE

LICENSING ACT 2023- APPLICATION FOR A NEW PREMISES LICENCE

An application has been made by: L. Minimart Limited

For the premises L. Minimart, 47 Northend Road, Erith, DA8 3PQ

On the date of 22/04/2026

Summary of the proposed licensable activities and the proposed hours of opening:

Retail sale of alcohol (off the premises) Monday to Sunday: 09:00 to 22:00

Any person wishing to view details of an application may contact the Licensing Partnership on 01732 227004 or email them at: licensing@sevenoaks.gov.uk or visit http://pa.sevenoaks.gov.uk/online-licensing Any person wishing to make representation about the application should make them in writing on or before the: 20th May 2026

To: Licensing Partnership, Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HG Email: licensing@sevenoaks.gov.uk

It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. The offence is punishable on summary conviction by a fine of any amount.

APPLICATION FOR PREMISES LICENCE UNDER THE LICENSING ACT 2003 *

Statement of the relevant licensable activities which it is proposed will be carried on or from the premises: Live Music, Recorded Music & Late Night Refreshment – Saturday to Sunday 23:00–01:00 and Retail Sale of Alcohol – Monday to Friday 11:00–23:00 & Saturday to Sunday 11:0001:00

Name of Applicant: Peure's Ltd

Full postal address of premises or club: 443 Streatham, High Road, Norbury, London, SW16 3PH

Postal address of local authority where register of applications is kept for general viewing: London Borough of Croydon, Sustainable Communities Department, Licensing Team, 3rd Floor, Zone B, Bernard Weatherill House, 8 Mint Walk, Croydon, CR0 1EA

Application details can be viewed upon appointment at Access Croydon Reception, Bernard Weatherill House, between 9 a.m. & 3.45 p.m., Monday to Friday (except bank holidays), or online via www.croydon.gov.uk

If you wish to make any representations in relation to this application, please do so in writing, within 28 days from the date of this notice to: Sustainable Communities Department, Licensing Team, 3rd Floor, Zone B, Bernard Weatherill House, 8 Mint Walk, Croydon, CR0 1EA Or email Licensing@croydon.gov.uk

It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application. The maximum fine on summary conviction for such an offence is unlimited.

Date of this notice: 22/04/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE

LICENSING ACT 2003 – APPLICATION FOR A NEW PREMISES LICENCE

An application has been made by: Kaiya Spa Ltd for the premises 66 Avenue Road, Bexleyheath, Kent DA7 4EG On the date of: 20/04/2026

Summary of the proposed licensable activities and the proposed hours of opening: Sale or Supply of alcohol (onsite only) Monday - Sunday 09:00 - 23:00

Any person wishing to view details of an application may contact the Licensing Partnership on 01732 227004 or email them at: licensing@sevenoaks.gov.uk or visit http://pa.sevenoaks.gov.uk/online-licensing

Any person wishing to make representation about the application should make them in writing on or before the: 18/05/2026

To: Licensing Partnership, Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HG Email: licensing@sevenoaks.gov.uk

It is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application. The offence is punishable on summary conviction by a fine of any amount.

LICENSING ACT 2003

APPLICATION FOR GRANT OF PREMISES LICENCE

Take notice that I/we: Sweets Town Sydenham Ltd have made an application to Lewisham Council acting as the Licensing Authority, for a New Premises Licence in respect of Sweets Town, 164 Sydenham Road, SE26 5JZ

The details of the application are as follows: Late Night Refreshment Monday – Sunday 23:00 –02:00

The application and the Licensing Authority’s public register can be inspected at: Lewisham Council, Safer Communities Service, Licensing Authority, 4th Floor Laurence House, 1 Catford Road, 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: 25th May 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 GRANT OF PREMISES LICENCE

Take notice that I/we: Anwar Hosan have made an application to Lewisham Council acting as the Licensing Authority, for a New Premises Licence in respect of Cheesy Bites, 88 Brownhill Road, SE6 2EW

The details of the application are as follows: Late Night Refreshment 23:00 – 03:00 MondaySunday

The application and the Licensing Authority’s public register can be inspected at: Lewisham Council, Safer Communities Service, Licensing Authority, 4th Floor Laurence House, 1 Catford Road, 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: 19th May 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 GRANT OF PREMISES LICENCE

Take notice that I/we: Dream Story Ltd have made an application to Lewisham Council acting as the Licensing Authority, for a New Premises Licence in respect of Dream Story Coffee, 361 Brockley Road, SE4 2AG

The details of the application are as follows: Sale of alcohol for consumption on the premises Monday – Sunday 17:00 – 22:00

The application and the Licensing Authority’s public register can be inspected at: Lewisham Council, Safer Communities Service, Licensing Authority, 4th Floor Laurence House, 1 Catford Road, 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: 21st May 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.

LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14

TEMPORARY TRAFFIC AND PARKING RESTRICTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH BROCKWELL LIVE EVENT 2026 – BROCKWELL PARK

1. Further to the Notice published on 24 April 2026, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth, with the agreement of Transport for London and the London Borough of Southwark, intend to make a temporary traffic order the general effect of which would be to:-

(a) prohibit motor vehicles from entering or proceeding in Delawyk Crescent between the hours of 9.00am and 9.00pm on 25 May 2026. Access would be maintained and alternative routes would be available via adjacent roads as indicated by traffic signs;

(b) extend the hours of operation of Resident Parking Places in the streets and parts of streets specified in Schedule 1 to this Notice so that they would apply between the hours of 9.00am to 9.00pm on 23, 24, 25, 26, 30 and 31 May 2026;

(c) suspend Charged-For Parking Places in the streets and parts of streets specified in Schedule 2 to this Notice between the hours of 9.00am to 9.00pm on 23, 24, 25, 26, 30 and 31 May 2026;

(d) permit cycles to enter or proceed in Dulwich Road, between its junctions with Regent Road and Half Moon Lane.

2. The prohibitions and suspensions mentioned in Article 1 to this Notice, would only apply at such times as shall be indicated by the placing or covering of traffic signs. They are necessary because of the likelihood of danger to the public while the Brockwell Live Events Series are taking place in Brockwell Park.

Dated 1 May 2026 Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager

Schedule 1

Athlone Road, between Tulse Hill and Mackie Road; Carver Road; Claverdale Road, between Tulse Hill and Elm Park; Craignair Road, between Tulse Hill and Elm Park; Hillworth Road, between Tulse Hill and Mackie Road; Hollingbourne Road; Holmdene Road; Howlett’s Road; Rollscourt Avenue; Ruskin Walk; Stradella Road; Warmington Road; Winterbrook Road.

Schedule 2 Arlingford Road; Athlone Road, between Tulse Hill and Mackie Road; Barnwell Road; Berwyn Road; Brailsford Road; Brockwell Park Gardens; Brixton Water Lane, from its junction with Dulwich Road to its junction with Brixton Hill; Carver Road; Chaucer Road; Claverdale Road, between Tulse Hill and Elm Park; Cosbycote Avenue; Craignair Road, between Tulse Hill and Elm Park; Croxted Road, from its junction with Norwood Road to its junction with Turney Road; Dalberg Road, from outside No. 41 to its junction with Dulwich Road; Deerbrook Road; Deronda Road; Dulwich Road, from its junction with Dalberg Road to its junction with Norwood Road; Effra Parade; Fawkbreake Avenue, from its junction with Kestrel Avenue to its junction with Gubyon Avenue; Gubyon Avenue; Guernsey Grove; Hawarden Grove; Herne Hill, from its junction with Rollscourt Avenue to its junction with Half Moon Lane; Herne Place; Hillworth Road, between Tulse Hill and Mackie Road; Hollingbourne Road; Holmdene Road; Howlett’s Road; Hurst Street; Jelf Road; Kestrel Avenue; Leeson Road; Mayall Road; Milkwood Road, from its junction with Gubyon Avenue to its junction with Half Moon Lane; Milton Road; Morval Road, from its junction with Effra Road to its junction with Dalberg Road; Norwood Road, from its junction with Half Moon Lane to its junction with Tulse Hill; Oborne Close; Probert Road; Railton Road from its junction with Rymer Street to its junction with Marcus Garvey Way; Rattray Road, from its junction with Probert Road to its junction with Barnwell Road; Regent Road; Rollscourt Avenue; Romola Road; Rosendale Road from its junction with Norwood Road to its junction with Turney Road; Ruskin Walk; Rymer Street; Shakespeare Road, from its junction with Mayall Road to its junction with Dulwich Road; Shardcroft Avenue; Spenser Road; Stradella Road; St. Faith’s Road; Talma Road, from its junction with Jelf Road to its junction with Probert Road; Trelawn Road; Trinity Rise; Tulse Hill, from its junction with Brixton Water Lane to its junction with Hardel Rise; Woodquest Avenue.

LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14(2) AND 22(C)

THE KIA OVAL CRICKET GROUND, KENNINGTON, TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS

BOWLING GREEN STREET, CLAYTON STREET, HARLEYFORD ROAD, HARLEYFORD STREET, KENNINGTON OVAL, AND VAUXHALL GROVE, VAUXHALL STREET

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth, in agreement with Transport for London, intend to make a temporary traffic order, the general effect of which would be to: -

(a) prohibit vehicles, including cycles, from entering or proceeding in:-

i. Bowling Green Street, between its junction with Magee Street and Kennington Oval;

ii. Harleyford Road, between its junction with Durham Street and its junction with Kennington Oval;

iii. Harleyford Street, between its junction with Kennington Oval and its junction with Kennington Park Road;

iv. Kennington Oval, in a clockwise direction, between its junction with Clayton Street and its junction with Vauxhall Street.

(b) prohibit vehicles, including cycles, from entering:-

i. Bowling Green Street at its junction with Kennington Road

ii. Clayton Street at its junction with Kennington Road;

iii. Vauxhall Grove at its junction with Harleyford Road;

iv. Vauxhall Street at its junction with Kennington Lane; access will be maintained.

(c) impose a one-way working for vehicles in Windmill Row in a north west to south east direction;

(d) suspend:i. the bus lanes and cycle lanes on Harleyford Road, Harleyford Street and Kennington Oval;

ii. the “Oval Station” and “Archbishop Tenison’s School” bus stops on Kennington Oval and Harleyford Street;

iii. parking, waiting (including for the purpose of loading and unloading) and stopping in: -

1. Clayton Street; 2. Durham Street; and 3. Kennington Oval.

2. The restrictions are necessary because of the likelihood of danger to the public caused by an increase in traffic and parked vehicles at certain times in the vicinity of The Kia Oval Cricket Ground, Kennington.

3. Alternative routes would be available for vehicles affected by the prohibitions described in Article 1 above:(a) for traffic generally travelling in a south-east direction via Kennington Lane, Windmill Row, Kennington Road, Kennington Park Road and Brixton Road; (b) for traffic generally travelling in a north-west direction via Camberwell New Road, Vassall Road, Brixton Road, Kennington Park Road, Kennington Road, Kennington Lane, Durham Street and Harleyford Road.

4. The prohibitions and one-way systems would only apply at such times and to such extent as shall, from time to time, be indicated by the placing of the appropriate traffic signs.

5. The Order would come into force on 22 May 2026 and will continue in force until 27 September 2026, although in practice they will only have effect on the occasion of certain cricket matches and other events at The Kia Oval Cricket Ground, Kennington.

Dated 1 May 2026

Ben Stevens Highways Network Manager

LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH

TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 – SECTION 247

STOPPING UP OF HIGHWAYS LAND OF WOODGATE DRIVE SW16

[NOTE: This Notice is about stopping up part of the highway of Woodgate Drive so that it ceases to be public highway and becomes part of the redeveloped land at 100 Woodgate Drive SW16 area. Objections or other comments may be made – see paragraph 5].

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth propose to make an Order under Section 247 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

2. The proposed Order would authorise the stopping-up of an area of the public highway of Woodgate Drive SW16 as described in the Schedule to this notice and as shown on SV-OCSC-XX-XX-DR-C-0114 attached to the proposed Order.

3. If the proposed Order is made, the stopping-up of the highway would be authorised only to enable the development described in the Schedule to this Notice to be carried out in accordance with the planning permission granted by the Council on 7 April 2025 under reference 22/00300/FUL and will be for no other purpose.

4. A copy of the proposed Order and the relevant plan may be inspected, free of charge, between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm Mondays to Fridays (excluding bank holidays and public holidays), for a period of 28 days commencing on 1 May 2026, at Reception, Lambeth Town Hall, 1 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RW.

5. Any person may object to the making of the Order by giving written notice to the Council within a period of 28 days commencing on 1 May 2026 to Parking and Enforcement Group (Parking, Network Management & Fleet), London Borough of Lambeth, PO Box 80771, London, SW2 9QQ or by email to TMOReps@lambeth.gov.uk quoting the reference Woodgate Drive 22/00300/FUL. Please note that any objection may be communicated to, or be seen by, other persons who may have an interest in this matter and those persons may wish to communicate with the objector.

Dated 1 May 2026

Ben Stevens Highways Network Manager SCHEDULE

1. Redevelopment of the site at 100 Woodgate Drive, including demolition of all existing buildings and structures, comprising new homes across four new buildings and the provision of commercial use floorspace at ground level fronting Streatham Vale and Woodgate Drive. Provision of associated private and communal landscaped amenity areas, play space, disabled parking spaces,

LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14

TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS – LINTON GROVE

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 that length of Linton Grove which lies between its junctions with Eden Road and Millhouse Place.

2. Alternative routes for affected vehicles would be available via Linton Grove, Tivoli Road, Dassett Road, Darlington Road and Eden Road, and vice versa.

3. The Order would come into force at on 27 May 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 1 May 2026

Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager

LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14

TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS – SULLIVAN ROAD AND MONKTON STREET

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, to enable Thames Water to carry out water mains replacement works, the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth has made an Order, the effect of which will be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering, proceeding, waiting, (including waiting for the purpose of loading and unloading a vehicle) or parking in those lengths of Sullivan Road and Monkton Street as follows:

(a) Phase one: Sullivan Road, between its junction with Brook Drive and outside the north-eastern boundary of No. 9 Sullivan Road; (b) Phase two: Sullivan Road, between outside the north-eastern boundary of No. 9 Sullivan Road and its junction with Monkton Street; and Monkton Street, between its junction with Sullivan Road and outside 5 metres south-west of the south western boundary of No. 32 Monkton Street; (c) Phase three Monkton Street, between outside 5 metres south-west of the south-western boundary of No.32 Monkton Street and its junction with St Mary’s Gardens.

2. Alternative routes for affected vehicles and pedestrians will be available via: (a) Phases one and two: Walcot Square, St Mary’s Walk, St Mary’s Gardens and Monkton Street and vice versa; Phase three: Sullivan Road, Walcot Square, St Mary’s Walk and St Mary’s Gardens and vice versa.

3. The Order will come into force on 5 May 2026 and 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. In practice, it is anticipated that the works will take 7 weeks to complete.

LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14

TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS – ALASKA STREET

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, to enable railway bridge inspection works, the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth has made an Order, the effect of which will be to temporarily prohibit vehicles from entering or proceeding in that length of Alaska Street which lies between its junctions with Waterloo Road and Cornwall

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3. The Order will come into force at 23:00 on 4 May 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 will take one night (23:00 to 05:00) to complete.

Dated 1 May 2026

Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager

Dated 1 May 2026 Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH AMENDMENTS TO ELECTRIC SCOOTER AND DOCKLESS CYCLE HIRE BAYS, INTRODUCTION OF WAITING RESTRICTIONS IN DULWICH ROAD AND KING EDWARD WALK

LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14

TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS –WANDSWORTH ROAD AND WYVIL ROAD

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, to enable radar survey works in preparation for gas main replacement works, the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth has made an Order, the effect of which will be to temporarily: (a) prohibit vehicles from entering or proceeding in that length of Wyvil Road, between its junction with South Lambeth Road and a point 20 metres south-west of that junction. (b) introduce a south-west to north-east one-way traffic system in Wandsworth Road between its junction with Parry Street and a point 100 metres south-west of that junction.

2. The alternative route for affected vehicles for the measure outlined in 1(a) will be available via South Lambeth Road, Lansdowne Way, Wandsworth Road and Wyvil Road, and vice versa. The alternative route for affected vehicles for the measure outlined in 1(b) will be available via Parry Street, Wandsworth Road, Kennington Lane, South Lambeth Road, Lansdowne Way and Wandsworth Road.

3. The Order will come into force on 4 May 2026 and continue in force for a maximum duration of 1 month, 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 1 night (21:00 to 06:00) to complete.

Dated 1 May 2026

Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager

LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 - SECTION 14

TEMPORARY TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS –MOUNT EPHRAIM ROAD

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, to enable water utility 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 that length of Mount Ephraim Road which lies between its junction with Woodfield Avenue and 8 metres south-east of that junction.

2. Alternative routes for affected vehicles would be available via Mount Ephraim Road, De Montford Road, Drewstead Road and Woodfield Avenue, and vice versa.

3. The Order would come into force at on 27 May 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 1 day to complete.

Dated 1 May 2026

Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager

[NOTE: This Notice is about the minor adjustments to electric scooter and dockless cycle hire parking places in Dulwich Road and the introduction of waiting restrictions in King Edward Walk].

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

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during normal office hours on Mondays to Fridays inclusive until the end of six weeks from the date on which the Orders were 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.

5. Copies of the Orders may be viewed online at: https:// streets.appyway.com/lambeth or www.lambeth.gov.uk/trafficmanagement-orders

6. 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 1 May 2026 Ben Stevens Highway Network Manager

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; FUL – PLANNING PERMSSION

LB - LISTED BUILDING

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.

13 Moorland Road London SW9 8UA Replacement of the existing single glazed rear timber

on a like-for-like basis. Full repairs to the existing single glazed timber sash windows, including sash reweighting and replacement of glazing panes as required. Design, style and fenestration to match the existing. (To 13A Moorland Road).

(Please note: The reference number for this Listed Building Consent application is 26/00632/LB, but there is also an associated application for Full Planning Permission related to these works with reference number: 26/00631/FUL) 26/00632/LB Depot Teversham Lane London Installation of 2 demountable, non-permanent ancillary storage units within the existing internal courtyard. 26/00991/FUL

246 Clapham Road London SW9 0PZ Erection of a rear dormer roof extension with flat roof; erection of a side dormer roof extension with pitched roof; and installation of a conservation style roof light to the front slope. 26/01158/LB 39 Harleyford Road London SE11 5AX Replacement of existing timber garden gate. Erection of

and

ASHP unit in rear garden. New postbox and exterior light to lightwell and replacement of lightwell access door. Replacement of incoming

phase cable with three phase. Repair and resurfacing

window and 1 obscured glass block window, together with other associated alterations. 26/01135/FUL

209 Cavendish Road London SW12 0BP Erection of single storey outbuilding in rear garden. 26/01119/FUL St James Church Briarwood Road London SW4 9PJ Application for Listed Building Consent for external alterations including replacement of the existing roof coverings from asphalt to a liquid-applied Kemper waterproofing system; installation of insulation to the barrel-vaulted nave roof (Roof A) and the high-level flat roof (Roof B); replacement of existing metal louvred bases to the 7x rooflights with insulated kerbs with secondary glazing below; increase in height of the existing roof in low-level areas, including the introduction of new overflows; formation of a new door opening on the west side of the tower to provide access from the vertical ladder onto the nave roof; removal of non-original white trunking from the north and south elevations; making good of stained glass windows, precast concrete window surrounds; high-level brickwork and copings; and repairs to the bell tower, including redecoration of the cross to its original decorative scheme. (Associated Full Planning Permission with reference number 26/01112/FUL received). 26/00590/LB

37 Atherfold Road London SW9 9LN Replacement of all existing front and rear windows with double glazed timber windows to Flat B. 26/01142/FUL

21 Atherfold Road London SW9 9LN Replacement of all existing front and rear windows with double glazed timber windows to ground floor Flat A. 26/01139/FUL

28, 30, And 32 Atherfold Road London SW9 9LW Replacement of all existing windows with double glazed timber sash and casement windows. 26/01088/FUL

22, 24, And 26 Atherfold Road London SW9 9LW Replacement of all existing windows with double glazed timber sash and casement windows. 26/01087/FUL

34, 36, 38 Atherfold Road London SW9 9LW Replacement of all existing windows with double glazed timber sash and casement windows. 26/01089/FUL

29 Atherfold Road London SW9 9LN Replacement of all existing front and rear windows with double glazed timber windows to Flat B. 26/01141/FUL

359 Clapham Road London SW9 9BT Erection of an upwards roof extension to create additional habitable rooms with other associated works. (Flat 8). (Please note: The reference number for this Listed Building Consent application is 26/01284/LB but there is also an associated application for Full Planning Permission related to these works with reference number: 26/01283/FUL). 26/01284/LB

21 Durand Gardens London SW9 0PS Erection of a 2-storey rear extension at lower ground and ground floor level; erection of 2 rear dormer roof extensions to replace

Transport for London Public Notice

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984

THE A205 GLA ROAD (WELL HALL ROAD, ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH) (TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC, STOPPING AND BANNED TURNS) ORDER 2026

1. Transport for London in consultation with the Royal Borough of Greenwich hereby gives notice that it intends to make 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 resurfacing works to take place at the A205 Well Hall Road in the Royal Borough of Greenwich.

3. The effect of the Order will be to prohibit any vehicle from:

(1) entering, exiting, proceeding or stopping on Well Hall Road between its junctions with Westmount Road and Shooters Hill/ Shooters Hill Road;

(2) stopping at the north-eastern kerb line of Westmount Road from its junctions with Well Hall Road to the extended south-eastern building line of Nos. 406 to 414 Westmount Road;

(3) entering, exiting, proceeding or stopping on Broad Walk from the extended western building line of No. 314 Broad Walk to its junction with Well Hall Road;

(4) turning right into Well Hall Road from Westmount Road;

(5) entering, exiting or proceeding in a westerly direction on Westmount Road between its junctions with Castlewood Drive and Well Hall Road;

(6) entering, exiting or proceeding on Westmount Road between its junctions with Castlewood Drive and Well Hall Road;

(7) stopping at the north-western kerb line on Well Hall Road between its junctions with Westmount Road and Broad Walk.

The Order will also allow all vehicles to use the north-east bound bus lane on Wall Hall Road between its junctions with Broad Walk and Shooters Hill/ Shooters Hill Road.

The Order will be effective at certain times between 10th May 2026 and 9th November 2026 every night 9.00 PM until 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.

Works will be phased such that some restrictions will apply only at certain times.

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 for westbound traffic via Shooters Hill Road, Sun in the Sands Roundabout and Rochester Way Relief Road or reverse to normal route of travel. for eastbound traffic via Shooters Hill, Bellgrove Road, Welling High Street, Park View Road, Danson Road, Danson Underpass, Keslake Road, Rochester Way, East Rochester Way and Westhorne Avenue to normal route of travel. for access to Shooters Hill from Westmount Road via Well Hall Roundabout, Rochester Way, Westhorne Avenue, Yorkshire Grey Roundabout, Rochester Way Relief Road, Sun in the Sands Roundabout and Shooters Hill Road to normal route of travel. for local access to Shooters Hill from Westmount Road via Rochester way to follow the diversion route above. for access to Shooters Hill from Westmount Road via Well Hall Road to follow the diversion route above.

Dated this 1st day of May 2026 Andrew Ulph Co-ordination Manager, Transport for London Palestra, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ

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LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH

TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990 – SECTION 247

STOPPING UP OF HIGHWAYS LAND OF UPPER GROUND SE1

[NOTE: This Notice is about stopping up part of the highway of Upper Ground so that it ceases to be public highway and becomes part of the redeveloped land bounded by Upper Ground, Cornwall Road and Doon Street. Objections or other comments may be made –see paragraph 5].

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth propose to make an Order under Section 247 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

2. The proposed Order would authorise the stopping-up of an area of the public highway of Upper Ground SE1 as described in the Schedule to this notice and as shown on Drawing No. 0422H-SK0100 rev A attached to the proposed Order.

3. If the proposed Order is made, the stopping-up of the highway would be authorised only to enable the development described in the Schedule to this Notice to be carried out in accordance with the planning permission granted by the Council on 27 March 2012 under reference 11/00996/FUL and will be for no other purpose.

4. A copy of the proposed Order and the relevant plan may be inspected, free of charge, between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm Mondays to Fridays (excluding bank holidays and public holidays), for a period of 28 days commencing on 1 May 2026, at Reception, Lambeth Town Hall, 1 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RW.

5. Any person may object to the making of the Order by giving written notice to the Council within a period of 28 days commencing on 1 May 2026 to Parking and Enforcement Group (Parking, Network Management & Fleet), London Borough of Lambeth, PO Box 80771, London, SW2 9QQ or by email to TMOReps@lambeth.gov.uk quoting the reference Upper Ground 11/00996/FUL. Please note that any objection may be communicated to, or be seen by, other persons who may have an interest in this matter and those persons may wish to communicate with the objector.

Dated 1 May 2026

[NOTE: This Notice is about stopping up part of the carriageway and footway of Headlam Road SW4 so that it ceases to be public highway and becomes part of the redeveloped land known as the Clapham Park development. Objections or other comments may be made – see paragraph 5].

1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Lambeth propose to make an Order under Section 247 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

2. The proposed Order would authorise the stopping-up of an area of the public highway of Headlam Road SW4 as described in the Schedule to this notice and as shown on Drawing No. 11609-PPC-ZZ-XX-DR-C-0360 Revision P2 attached to the proposed Order.

3. If the proposed Order is made, the stopping-up of the highway would be authorised only to enable the development described n the Schedule to this Notice to be carried out in accordance with the planning permission granted by the Council on 20th December 2019 under reference 17/03733/FUL and will be for no other purpose.

4. A copy of the proposed Order and the relevant plan may be inspected, free of charge, between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm Mondays to Fridays (excluding bank holidays and public holidays), for a period of 28 days commencing on 1 May 2026, at Reception, Lambeth Town Hall, 1 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RW.

5. Any person may object to the making of the Order by giving written notice to the Council within a period of 28 days commencing on 1 May 2026 to Parking and Enforcement Group (Parking, Network Management & Fleet), London Borough of Lambeth, PO Box 80771, London, SW2 9QQ or by email to TMOReps@lambeth.gov.uk quoting the reference Headlam Road 17/03733/FUL. Please note that any objection may be communicated to, or be seen by, other persons who may have an interest in this matter and those persons may wish to communicate with the objector.

Dated 1 May 2026

via Pearman Street, Frazier Street, Baylis Road,

Road and Pearman

Haredale Road, between its junctions with Poplar Walk and Herne Hill Road, on 28 June 2026, between 10am and 8pm.

Diversion via Poplar Walk, Ferndale Road and Herne Hill Road, and vice versa.

14. Thornlaw Road, between its junctions with Thurlby Road and Casewick Road, on 28 June 2026, between 10am and 8pm.

Diversion via Casewick Road, St Julians Farm Road and Thirlby Road, and vice versa.

15. Elm Park, between its junctions with Brixton Hill and Endymion Road, on 28 June 2026, between 10am and 8pm.

Diversion via Brixton Hill and Endymion Road, and vice versa.

16. Beechdale Road, between its junction with Fairmount Road and outside the common boundary of Nos. 7 and 9 Beechdale Road, on 4 July 2026, between 10am and 8pm.

Diversion via Beechdale Road, Brixton Hill, and Fairmount Road, and vice versa.

17. Chancellor Grove, between its junctions with Idmiston Road and Park Hall Road, on 5 July 2026, between 10am and 8pm.

Diversion via Idmiston Road, Rosendale Road and Park Hall Road, and vice versa.

18. Gleneagle Road, between its junctions with Fairmile Avenue and Conyer’s Road, on 11 July 2026, between 10am and 8pm.

Diversion via Fairmile Avenue and Conyer’s Road, and vice versa.

19. Mackie Road, between its junctions with Athlone Road and Hillworth Road, on 18 July 2026, between 10am and 8pm.

Diversion via Athlone Road, Tulse Hill and Hillworth Road, and vice versa.

FISH SUFFER PUNJ IN THE GUT

By Mark Doig at St Paul’s

FISHER SUFFERED SCEFL Premier

Division play-off heartbreak for a second consecutive season after they were beaten 3-1 by Punjab United at St Paul’s on Tuesday night.

After losing the final against VCD Athletic last season, Ajay Ashanike’s side finished second in the regular season to secure a home semi-final against sixthplaced Punjab, whom they had beaten 5-1 at home in February.

Former Cray Valley (PM) midfielder Chris Edwards was involved in all three of Punjab’s goals and was the star player on the night as the visitors led 2-0 at halftime.

During the season, Fisher played freeflowing entertaining football, and scored a minimum of three goals in every home game since mid-November. They had also won all twelve of their league games in Rotherhithe in that period. Whether their defeat against Punjab was play-off nerves, or tactical nous by the visitors, is hard to say, but they were second-best in this game and will have to guard against a hangover when they reconvene in July.

Although Fisher were only formed in 2009, older supporters will remember the days when Fisher Athletic were in the Vauxhall Conference (now National League), playing at Champion Hill before hitting financial hardship and folding. Those supporters will still harbour dreams of returning to that level but will have to wait at least one more year before progressing to the next tier.

Their goalkeeper, Isaac Ogunseri, had already made an excellent save to deny Wayne Bushell, before the visitors went ahead in the ninth minute with a trademark header by Jack Hopkins from Edwards’ cross.

Rafael Garcia missed a good chance to equalise when he fired over from close range before hitting a low shot from 20 yards that was well held by Punjab goalkeeper Mitch Beeney.

In first-half stoppage-time, Punjab doubled their lead when Zak Bryon slotted into an empty net after Roman Campbell had battled to lay another

By Tom Appleby at Champion Hill

Play-off heartbreak at St

Paul’s for second consecutive year

Edwards cross into his path.

Ashanike responded by bringing on playmaker Tom Jones for the second period. That move paid dividends eight minutes in when Jones played Festos Kamara through and he fired over the advancing Beeney to finish with aplomb. Any hopes of a Fisher onslaught were dashed as Punjab defended resolutely and the visitors might have gone further ahead when Campbell burst through but launched his shot out of the ground and towards the Canary Wharf skyline.

If the visitors were nervous, they didn’t show it, and settled the contest with just over fifteen minutes remaining. For once, the normally reliable Ogunseri was unable to deal with a cross, again delivered by Edwards. As the defenders scrambled across, it fell kindly for William Johnson-Cole and he rolled it into the open goal. That appeared to knock the stuffing out of the Fish and they were unable to create another opportunity before accepting their fate in front of a 449 attendance.

Ashanike and his players will be hurting over the summer, but the Fisher manager has shown that he can galvanise his team after a set-back, and will spend the summer plotting for next season’s push for promotion.

Fisher: Ogunseri, Macaulay (Lawson 56), Djadja, Darwish, Duncan; Sarpong, Mbuenimo; Garcia (Jones 46), Martin, Kozak (Lovell 70); Kamara (Lahan 81).

Substitue not used: Owusu.

Steel ‘hurts in places never expected’ but ‘dream came true’

By Sports Reporter

SURREY’S CAMERON Steel has been forced to retire due to injury.

The 30-year-old all-rounder had been with the club since 2021 and won three County Championship titles during that time.

However, in late 2024, Steel suffered a significant ankle injury and following an initial period of rehabilitation he underwent surgery in February 2025.

The leg-spinner returned to action in May 2025, but ongoing complications limited his availability for much of the remainder of the season. Persistent symptoms led to a second operation in September 2025. Despite a further sixmonth period of rehabilitation, he has been unable to return to a level required for professional cricket.

After consultation with medical specialists, Steel made the decision to retire from the professional game.

“Playing cricket for a living, and particularly for Surrey, has been the best time of my life,” Steel said.

“The last eighteen months have been frustrating, and I’m gutted to be retiring on medical grounds. Cricket had become something I was watching, rather than doing, with too much time in the Oval’s windowless gym and not enough time out in the middle. I’ve always prided myself on working hard and doing everything I can to improve, and I gave my all to get back on the park. Unfortunately, it wasn’t to be.

“Surrey have always encouraged me to be unapologetically myself, and I’m hugely grateful to the club, the players and the members for their support throughout my time here.

“Thank you to the medical staff for sticking with me through every grumpy calf raise and setback, and to the coaches, whose shoulders and backs survived years of throwdowns. Mostly, thank you to the lads for their friendship and support.

“A special thank you to Gareth Batty for his backing, opportunities and limitless time, and to Alec Stewart for taking a chance on me in 2021 and bringing me to the best club in the world - who knew the gaffer was watching Western Australian grade cricket?

“I won’t miss warm-ups, battling technical deficiencies, or not being able to walk after a day’s play. But I will miss spending every day training, travelling and competing with my best mates, the rush of playing in front of an Oval crowd, and the unrivalled satisfaction of winning a trophy or three.

“It has been a dream come true. Tenyear-old me would be very proud to have done it. But 30-year-old me, who now hurts in places he never expected, might even enjoy being free on the weekends… eventually.”

Stewart added: “It is cruel that injury has ended Cam’s career but I know he has done everything in his power to try and

DULWICH HAMLET’S impressive run to the London Senior Cup final ended in disappointment with a 5-1 defeat to Queens Park Rangers under-21s at Champion Hill on Tuesday night.

Mark Dacey’s side started brightly and took the lead through Danny Mills in the tenth minute.

QPR’s Jaiden Putman equalised in the 23rd minute before Nyren Clunis went agonisingly close to restoring the Hamlet’s advantage only for his effort to hit the post.

Jaylan Pearman put QPR in front in the 64th minute and then added his second six minutes later as the visitors took control.

Alex Wilkie headed in the Hoops’ fourth with three minutes left before Pearman completed his hat-trick to add to a scoreline that was cruel on Dulwich.

It had all started so differently with pink smoke billowing from the flares in the stand after Mills had deservedly opened the scoring.

Up until the midway point of the first half, the seventh-tier side were the better team and had far more attacking threat.

In contrast, QPR started off the pace, and needlessly sent the ball out of play on several occasions.

But after Putman fired into the top-right corner from the edge of the box, the goal appeared to simultaneously calm QPR nerves and unsettle the Hamlet players.

Dulwich goalkeeper Tony Bull just managed to reach an overhit backpass but the home side regained their composure and control towards the end of the first half.

Lonit Talla, who was the Hamlet’s best player, played a through-ball to Clunis who was denied by the woodwork.

QPR seemed to go up another gear following the restart and the Isthmian League Premier Division side struggled to cope with their attacking quality.

Cian Dillon won the ball on the right wing before crossing for Pearman to finish from close range.

The development squad were controlling the game after going ahead and the Hamlet barely threatened for the rest of the match.

Pearman curled into the bottom corner to make it 3-1 and all but seal the trophy.

After Wilkie’s header from a corner, Dulwich looked physically tired and mentally drained, not helped by the announcement that there would be nine minutes of added-time.

QPR had a goal disallowed for offside before Pearman made it five.

get himself match fit and back out in the middle.

In the five years he’s been with us, he’s had a really positive impact on the group and will be missed by everyone.

“He has been a pleasure to work with and Cam will always be a part of the Surrey family and can always call The Kia Oval home.”

The Rabble did not stop singing despite their disappointment, with pink flares and loud chants continuing well beyond the final whistle.

Dacey’s side can be proud of their cup run and their firsthalf performance, but they were ultimately out-played by a talented group of young players at QPR.

Jacko: As good as Wembley

By Patrick Fanning

JOHNNIE JACKSON said it felt as good as Wembley as Antwoine Hackford scored the goal that secured League One survival for AFC Wimbledon after their 1-0 win over Wigan Athletic at The Brick Community Stadium last weekend.

Hackford finished fellow substitute Zack Nelson’s cross in the 90th minute to send the travelling 766 Dons fans into raptures.

It was Wimbledon’s first win in ten games and put them eighteenth, four points clear of the relegation zone with one match left.

“Never in doubt, was it?” Jackson joked. “The last few weeks have been tough, no getting away from it. No kidding. But I think it makes it all worthwhile when you get a day like today.

“For me, this feels up there with anything in football that I've done that, you know, it feels like it did last year when we won promotion. It's the same feeling because everyone wrote us off. Everyone wrote us off at the start of the season, [said] that we'd come up and we wouldn't be able to stay up.

“And I think if we hadn't had certain issues with the lads missing, I think we'd have done it a lot more comfortably than we did. But in the end, it needed a brilliant away performance to get it over the line. And that's what today was.

“I’m just so proud of the boys, the way they've stuck with it, because even when it hasn't gone great and we haven't been good, they give absolutely everything. And that's why I've always said that in interviews, and people probably get sick of hearing that at times, but it's the truth.

“We never fail or lose because the effort isn’t there. They’re trying every day, and this week, their focus on the work, in training and their attention to detail. And then the courage to come here and carry it out and get the win that we needed. I'm just so, so proud of everyone.”

STAYING UP WITH THE JONESES

By John Kelly

CHARLIE KELMAN and Jayden

Fevrier scored two outstanding goals as Charlton Athletic secured their survival in a “monster of a league” on the penultimate weekend with their 2-1 win against Hull City at The Valley last weekend.

Kelman cut in from the left before curling a sumptuous right-footed effort from the edge of the box past Ivor Pandur into the top-right corner.

Hull defender John Egan levelled with header from a corner in the seventh minute of first-half added-time.

The Addicks had to win to ensure they didn’t go into the final day with their place in jeopardy in their first season back in the Championship. And Fevrier ensured they did it in style as he skipped past two challenges on the edge of the box before curling low leftfooted into the bottom-left corner.

Jones has now rescued them from relegation from League One, won the playoffs and kept them in the second tier in just over two years in charge.

West Bromwich Albion’s 0-0 draw at home to Ipswich Town confirmed their survival. Those two results sent Oxford United

Boss leads Addicks to safety - as defender nets consecutive awards

down despite the U’s beating Sheffield Wednesday 4-1.

"I think this achievement has been underestimated," Jones said.

"We want to move forward. We started really well but we always knew that this was going to be a tough season.

"We were coming into a monster of a league - where we have come from in such a short space of time, to be competing is firstly an achievement. To be as competitive, frontfooted and aggressive as we have, has been another achievement.

“To go through the season, we have had injuries, we have been really under the cosh at times, but six points above the relegation zone is the worst we have been. I think it is the most wonderful achievement and I am so proud.

"We feel in recent weeks at home we have let ourselves down and given us a mountain to climb and given ourselves more of a mountain to climb than we should have.

"I have done most of my best work in the Championship. Most of my work has been done with low resources in the Championship and significantly overachieving. This week has been one of the toughest of my life because it means so much - I love this club."

Jones added: "We have to get cheap goals out of our game, and we can’t do that.

"We said to the players, in your individual roles, think sanely, make good decisions, keep moving forward. Our game management should have been better.

"Fortunately enough, we came out and we played really well in the second half, I thought. Hull have some wonderful individuals. We finished stronger, scored some great goals and we could have won 3-1."

Jones had words of praise for his staff after exuberant celebrations on the final whistle.

"I am so proud of how we work, of what we do, the level of sacrifice and organisation,"

Jones said.

"The evolution process is in a constant phase. To do what we have done and be in pretty much no danger for 45 games, I am proud of that.

“[Survival] is another achievement that means we can continue and take a giant leap forward. We have proven we can deliver. The players, staff and the board, every member of staff does meteoric work here.

"Two years ago, we were in League One and in danger, and now we are competing with ex-Premier League sides.

"We move forward every single year,

Wings end tough season on high as they stop juggernaut

By Mark Doig at Park View Road

WELLING UNITED conceded a late equaliser at Park View Lane but ended Billericay Town’s ten-game winning run in both sides’ last game of the regular Isthmian League Premier Division season.

The visitors went into the game aiming to finish runners-up behind Folkestone Invicta and guarantee home advantage throughout the play-offs, but Aveley won 2-0 at Wingate & Finchley to clinch second, two points ahead of Billericay.

Billericay were set to commence their

post-season campaign at their New Lodge stadium against Chatham Town in midweek.

The Blues and the Wings started the day first and second in the form guide over the last eight games with the visitors’ 100 per cent record against Welling’s six wins, one draw and one defeat.

John Ufuah and Dean Gunner were both off target early on as Welling looked the more threatening despite playing up the slope.

Midway through the first half, Billericay were fortunate to keep eleven men on the bench when Jay Porter pulled back

Ade Azeez. Although the referee and his assistant had a conversation, the Blues’ captain escaped with a yellow card.

Billericay’s Teddy Collis hit a first-time shot wide of the near post before they went ahead six minutes before half-time.

Jon Benton’s diagonal free-kick caused havoc in the Welling penalty area and two efforts were cleared off the line but not cleared fully, allowing Charlie Ruff to finish from close range.

Azeez headed over and Sam Smith was just wide with a free-kick before half time, with Welling probably unfortunate to be behind.

If that was the case, the hosts rectified it two minutes after the break. Smith played it forward and Ufuah harried the visitors’ defence into making a mistake, and he took full advantage by firing home.

Jamie Reynolds had a shot deflected just past the post for the Wings before their lively midfielder, Ayman El-Mogharbel, headed over.

Referee Callum Peter then pulled up injured and could not continue so one of the assistant referees replaced him and a Welling supporter who had the necessary qualifications ran the line. Almost immediately, the replacement

we have had some tough times, but we responded to that. The supporters have been a huge part of it.

"We are going to get better. It has been exciting and an entertaining season. We want to maintain the levels that we did for the first fifteen games of 46 and that is the next challenge. I am so proud of this football club, I love working with this football club. Get your season tickets, this is the next step, the next phase of what we want to do."

Meanwhile, defender Lloyd Jones was named player of the year for the second season in a row. He was also crowned the players’ player of the year after climbing the club’s player of the month for five consecutive months.

"It means more to me this year, it’s been a tough year,” Jones said. “We’ve had some tough moments and we've had some great moments. I'm delighted to get some recognition off the fans and my team-mates, but I care more about this team staying in the Championship.

"I can’t wait to go again, I've absolutely loved playing in the Championship this year and I think everyone else has. We keep going now, go and get the rest and then we will come back in pre-season and go again."

referee had a straightforward decision to make when Zak O’Keefe was flattened in the Billericay penalty area. Smith stepped up and sent Stefan Lamacq the wrong way. Substitutes Charlie Panton and Frankie Merrifield were both off-target as Billericay pushed Welling into defending very deeply.

Another two replacements, Jack Evans and Macauley Bonne, then combined for the equaliser with three minutes remaining. After Mackenzie Foley had tipped Bonne’s drive over, Evans delivered the corner and the former Charlton Athletic forward rose to head it home.

DEJA BLUE FOR ENZO

Midfielder scores again for interim boss to book City date

By Paul Green at Wembley

CALUM MCFARLANE was gushing with his praise for Enzo Fernandez after the Argentina star booked Chelsea an FA Cup final date with Manchester City with the only goal in the semi-final against Leeds United at Wembley.

Fernandez headed Pedro Neto’s cross past goalkeeper Lucas Perri midway through the first half on Sunday to sink the Whites and end the Blues’ five-game losing streak which cost Liam Rosenior his job.

McFarlane has been named as caretaker boss until the end of the campaign, a role he filled earlier in the season when Fernandez struck to earn a 1-1 draw with City at the Etihad in January.

And the 25-year-old repeated the trick again at the national stadium, much to the delight of the Blues chief.

McFarlane explained: “I said that to him at the end. I said, ‘you like scoring at the back post for me’, and he just laughed. He does that really well, he has done it all year. It is one of his biggest

attributes that when you attack down the right the timing of his runs, his ability to actually get good distance and height on his jump, and his heading technique is really good.

“He is a winner, he has got so much talent, so much fight and he is massive for this group.

“The best thing about Enzo is that he can do a bit of everything, but when it gets tough you see the fight in him.

“You see him driving the group on, you see him making tackles, you see him fight for every loose ball. He was exceptional today and deserved his manof-the-match.”

Fernandez was banished from the team for two games by Rosenior as punishment for giving an interview praising Real Madrid and suggesting he didn’t know if he would be at Stamford Bridge next season.

He was back and named skipper for the abject 3-0 defeat at Brighton & Hove Albion the previous Tuesday, a game which proved to be Rosenior’s last in the hotseat.

Despite all the recent controversy and poor run of results, McFarlane was more

than happy to let Fernandez lead out the team once again at Wembley.

He said: “In terms of making Enzo Fernandez captain, I’m very aware that I’m interim coach and Enzo is the vicecaptain of this club, so I wasn’t hesitant to make him captain now Reece James isn’t fit to play this game.”

Fernandez’s goal against Leeds made it thirteen in all competitions this season for the midfield ace, a contribution McFarlane was keen to acknowledge.

The interim manager said: “It is something we rely on a lot. That is why he has changed position a lot over the last few years. He has played deeper, he has played as a ten, he has moved about.

“But he is such a threat in the box that the higher up you play him – and he can drop down and he can drift – but the higher up you play him he can really cause oppositions problems in that left half-space and attacking the back two.”

Chelsea will return to Wembley on May 16 to take on City, with the bookies having Pep Guardiola’s side as strong odds-on favourites.

However, McFarlane is firmly convinced his charges are more than

capable of winning their first FA Cup since 2018.

“Of course,” he replied when asked if they have a chance against City.

“They are a great side, he is a great manager and they are probably the form team in the league.

“There is a lot that they can do to hurt you but we wouldn’t be going into the game thinking we are not going to win.

“We are going to be confident, we are going to attack the game and hopefully put in that sort of performance again.”

Stephan: ‘A lot of frustration’

By John Kelly

JULIEN STEPHAN said there was “a lot of frustration” after Queens Park Rangers lost 3-2 to Derby County at Loftus Road last weekend.

The hosts led 2-1 with fourteen minutes left after goals from Harvey

Vale and Richard Kone either side of Oscar Fraulo’s first goal for the Rams. A defeat for John Eustace’s side would have ended their top-six chance, but Sondre Langas's equaliser followed by Jaydon Banel’s 88thminute winner means they go into the final day at home to Sheffield United one point off Hull City in seventh and

Wrexham in sixth with a better goal difference than both. The Hoops are two points off the top half of the table ahead of their final game at Ipswich Town. "It's a lot of frustration, a game like this,” Stephan said. “I think we played an amazing 60 minutesnormally a game like this it's bringing three or four goals after 60 minutes.

Sess maintains Fulham’s Euro vision

By Shane Stapleton

MARCO SILVA hailed “a massive win against a top side” after Ryan Sessegnon’s only goal against Aston Villa at Craven Cottage last weekend.

Sessegnon signed a new contract the previous week and marked it by scoring the rebound in the 43rd minute after Emi Martinez had saved Sasa Lukic's header.

Fulham are among a clutch of clubs that could be handed a chance to qualify for the Champions League. If Villa finish fifth and win the Europa League - they are in the semifinals against Nottingham Forest - then a place in Europe’s top competition would go to the team finishing sixth in the Premier Ligue.

The Cottagers are tenth, two points off Brighton & Hove Albion in sixth. Only four points separate Brighton and Sunderland in twelfth.

However Villa’s fortunes play out, Fulham are within touching distance of a European place. "Massive win against a top side,” Silva said. “Always capable of finding moments to score the way they build through the spine of the team. Our work was good. Two points off sixth and it's going to be a big fight until the end. We have set ourselves in a position to fight for something so that should make everybody proud. It will be difficult. We have lots of injuries but we keep fighting to make people proud of us."

Silva added: “Over all, good performance from us. We would've liked to have a bit more of the ball in the second half, to have longer periods of possession and be able to create more. We pressed them very well every moment. Aston Villa are a top side with physical and technical players but we needed [to win] and we wanted it. We created good moments. Second half it was difficult to press, we needed a bit of calmness and quality and could've created more. Back-to-back clean sheets in a crucial moment.

"Very hard work, some moments not easy. They had some moments but we were competitive."

Silva was unhappy that Timothy Castagne’s goal in the second half was ruled out for a foul on Villa goalkeeper Martinez.

"We took our chances but probably not enough, so it stayed alive.

"We know exactly what team they are, a physical team able to score on set-pieces.

"I think we played very well, good football, dynamic football, strong ambition to create danger [and] score some goals."

Silva said: “No comments on that. The image speaks of the moment. The way you have asked me the question speaks about the moment."

Fulham travel to Arsenal on Saturday (3pm).

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CRAIG: YOUTH GAMBLE PAID OFF

Ex-skipper backs young Lions to go all the way at Wembley

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By Will Scott

EX-MILLWALL CAPTAIN Tony

Craig said the Lions’ bold “gamble” on youth has paid off and backed them to cap a “remarkable” season with promotioN

Millwall sealed a top-six finish with a 3-1 win at Stoke City, booking their first second-tier play-off appearance since 2002. They are still in contention for automatic promotion, with Ipswich Town just one point ahead heading into the final day of the season, although the Tractor Boys have the superior goal difference. Craig, a boyhood Lions fan who made 324 appearances for the club and recently announced his retirement at 41, has been

following their progress while playing for National League South side Dorking Wanderers.

“It’s been remarkable,” Craig told this paper. “It’s been fantastic to watch. Fortunately, I’ve gone to a good number of games this season.

I’d have liked to go more, but unfortunately, the Saturday ones are tricky with my schedule.

“Alex Neil, what a fantastic job he’s done at that football club. But it’s not only him. They’ve signed a good young, talented squad. They took a gamble because they’ve turned from experienced pros to young pros to see where they can take them, and they progressed them. They made them better footballers, and hopefully they stay at the football club for a number of years.

“They’re assets as well at the end of the day, aren’t they? Every player’s got their number. Any player who’s

coming to that football club at the moment is certainly improving week in, week out, which is fantastic to see.”

Craig knows what it takes to win in the play-offs, having skippered the Lions to the 2016-17 League One final where they beat Bradford City 1-0. He went on to play another eight seasons and finished his 23year career having made first-team 845 appearances.

Asked if he backs Millwall to go all the way at Wembley and secure just a second promotion to the top flight in the club’s history, Craig said: “100 per cent. I’ll always back Millwall Football Club. Whoever they’re up against, I’ll always back them.

“They’ve certainly got momentum, and more importantly, they’ve got their twelfth man in the stands as well. They’re travelling in their numbers this season, every

away game’s sold out now, which is absolutely fantastic. The Den is selling out, which is brilliant.

“There’s no better place to play than at The Den in a full house. They certainly get behind the boys. They drive them, they push them, and it’s an intimidating place for an away team. I’ve got everything crossed that hopefully they can go the whole way.”

Craig is already planning a return to Wembley if the Lions make it.

“It’s a funny one,” Craig said. “If they’re at Wembley, I might have to come back a bit early. The missus knows, but we haven’t had that discussion yet.

“It is one of them where I will certainly do my utmost to get to Wembley if they do. But they’ve got to finish the season strong, and they might finish second place as well.”

BLUES COULD IRAOLA WITH IT

By John Kelly

CHELSEA ARE targeting outgoing AFC Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola to take over at Stamford Bridge this summer.

Iraola, 43, will leave the Cherries at the end of the season and is thought to favour a move back to Spain.

The Blues sacked Liam Rosenior after just four months in charge following five successive defeats without scoring a goal, their worst run since 1912.

Calum McFarlane was named interim boss until the end of the season and in his first game he led the side into the FA Cup final after Enzo Fernandez’ goal was enough to knock out Leeds United at Wembley.

Football.london have reported that Chelsea have made contact with Iraola’s representatives as the Blues board assess their options.

Iraola hasn’t revealed what his plans are as he insisted his only concern is his current side.

When asked about his future in a recent press conference, he replied: “[This] past week, you were asking me about other clubs. I don’t know exactly which ones, but also, as a sign of respect for Bournemouth, I cannot talk right now about my future because it’s not what worries the Bournemouth supporters.”

SILVA TONGUE LASHING OVER FUTURE

FULHAM BOSS Marco Silva snapped back at reporters when he was asked about his future with his contract at Craven Cottage is set to expire this summer.

Silva has been in charge of the Cottagers since 2021 and this season has the side in contention for European football in 202627.

But the Portuguese chief has yet to commit his future to Fulham and has been linked with West London neighbours Chelsea this summer.

He was recently asked if he would be interested in the Blues job.

“No. Why is it different this week? It is not at all,” Silva said.

“It is the same and the same answer that I said to you already last week, it is the same. I will not make, every single week, comments about [my future].

“When something comes new, we are going to tell from ourselves - myself and the club. Everything that I need, or the club needs to do with me is going to be between me and the club.”

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