Community News
Children’s disability charity helps raise autism awareness
by Stickyboard
18th May 2012
Southwark families with disabled children attended a stimulating play and stay event at the 1st Place Children and Parents Centre at Burgess Park, Wednesday 2 May.
Primary school unveils winning safety design for development site hoarding
by Stickyboard
18th May 2012
An artistic young pupil from a Southwark primary school has unveiled her winning artwork on a hoarding at a new development site in the borough.
Private Peaceful at Theatre Royal Haymarket
18th May 2012
'Playing for a limited 2 week season, Private Peaceful is by the third Children's Laureate Michael Morpurgo, award winning author of War Horse.
Library opening hours in June
by Stickyboard
17th May 2012
All Southwark libraries will open as normal during June 2012 apart from the two Bank Holidays listed below.
Southwark to launch a new green heating network
by Stickyboard
16th May 2012
A groundbreaking move to create a network of underground pipes that will bring heat from wasted energy into the heart of six estates is being taken forward by Southwark council.
Royal Court Theatre returns to Southwark this summer
by Stickyboard
16th May 2012
This summer, after its successful run in 2011, the Royal Court Theatre is set to return to Southwark's Bussey Building in Peckham as part of their Theatre Local initiative.
Southwark Council raising awareness of hate crime
by Stickyboard
16th May 2012
Southwark Council is raising awareness around the issue of hate crime in a bid to get justice for victims.
Southwark announces building of 1000 new council homes
by Stickyboard
16th May 2012
The council have set itself a target to build 1,000 new council homes before 2020, a significant step to address the council's priority for delivering genuinely affordable housing in the borough.
28. A Rich and Poignant Past: Wartime London
by Stickyboard
16th May 2012
Showing the Imperial War Museum to a newcomer to London recently, I was reminded of how little attention most of us pay to the heritage of wartime London all around us.With the richness of the 21st century city on offer and our ever-busy lives, it’s easy to understand why. Yet the spirit and the shape of this great city are so inseparable from its times at war, and there are so many opportunities
Roundabout Season: The Sound of Heavy Rain
15th May 2012
Three extraordinary new plays by Nick Payne, Duncan Macmillan and Penelope Skinner performed by an ensemble of actors in a miniature in-the-round auditorium.
Roundabout Season: Lungs
15th May 2012
Three extraordinary new plays by Nick Payne, Duncan Macmillan and Penelope Skinner performed by an ensemble of actors in a miniature in-the-round auditorium.
Roundabout Season: One Day When We Were Young
15th May 2012
Three extraordinary new plays by Nick Payne, Duncan Macmillan and Penelope Skinner performed by an ensemble of actors in a miniature in-the-round auditorium.
Civic Awards for Southwark residents 2012
by Stickyboard
14th May 2012
Nearly forty residents and community groups received Civic Awards for their work to make Southwark a better place to work and live on Saturday 12 May at St George's Cathedral.
Sir Michael Caine gets Freedom of the Borough of Southwark
by Stickyboard
14th May 2012
Sir Michael Caine and Lance Corporal Johnson Gideon Beharry received the Freedom of the Borough of Southwark this weekend.
Sir Michael Caine receives Freedom of the Borough of Southwark
by Stickyboard
14th May 2012
Sir Michael Caine and Lance Corporal Johnson Gideon Beharry received the Freedom of the Borough of Southwark this weekend.
Learn something new in Southwark Libraries
by Stickyboard
11th May 2012
Southwark Libraries are celebrating learning and learners in all their diversity, inspiring thousands of people to try something new during Adult Learners' Week, beginning 12 May 2012.
27. Celebrating British: THE London Tour for Visitors to Blighty
by Stickyboard
10th May 2012
Last week London was named the world’s best destination by TripAdvisor, having already taken Lonely Planet’s ‘best city to visit’ title in October of last year. With the Diamond Jubilee and the Olympics still to come, 2012 is likely to be a bumper year for foreign visitors to the city, if they can get out of Heathrow.It’s more than likely that someone you know will be visiting London from outside
Consultation plans for South Bermondsey and Bishop's House Children's Centres
by Stickyboard
9th May 2012
Catherine McDonald, Cabinet Member for Children's Services said:
Consultation plans for childcare at South Bermondsey and Bishop's House Children's Centres
by Stickyboard
9th May 2012
Catherine McDonald, Cabinet Member for Children's Services said:
Southwark looks at new green heating network
by Stickyboard
8th May 2012
A groundbreaking move to create a network of underground pipes that would bring heat from wasted energy into the heart of six Southwark estates is being discussed at a consultation meeting tonight.
Bold new approach to customer services
by Stickyboard
8th May 2012
Southwark Council has unveiled plans to transform the customer experience in the borough as the cabinet is set to agree that all customer services will be brought under Council management.
Cesario
11th May 2012
Inspired by the twins in Shakespeare's plays, this funny and touching new play is performed by a cast of young people from London schools and youth theatres.
Cupboard of Surprises
2nd May 2012
A captivating new play for young children aged 2 - 5 years and their grown-ups.
youoll see [me sailing in antarctica]
2nd May 2012
non zero one's new work explores the way we look and the way we see.
Get Stuff Break Free
2nd May 2012
Made in China ask 'If this is not freedom, what is?' in a secret rooftop location at the National.
26. The Best Seats in London: Eating on the Bar
by Stickyboard
2nd May 2012
They may be the only seats left in the restaurant when you try to call up for a last minute reservation, but I think counter top seats are the best in the house. Whether it is at Riding House Cafe, my personal favourite, Bocca di Lupo or Mishkins, counter-top seating offers the same menu but with that little bit of added atmosphere and entertainment. What’s more, you’re more likely to get the
New Southwark forum to tackle health challenges
by Stickyboard
1st May 2012
A new forum where council chiefs, the NHS and other experts will join forces to tackle health inequalities in Southwark has been established.
Military aircraft exercise over London
by Stickyboard
1st May 2012
Military aircraft will take part in an exercise over London across the next eight days, including the Bank Holiday weekend.
Southwark's Mayor to host charity ball
by Stickyboard
1st May 2012
The Mayor of Southwark is to host a black tie ball to raise thousands of pounds for local charities, it was announced today.
Putting Southwark on the literary map
by Stickyboard
30th April 2012
A new literary map of Southwark has been launched by Southwark libraries.
Aylesbury Estate regeneration takes next step forward
by Stickyboard
30th April 2012
The second part of the first stage in the extensive regeneration project at Aylesbury Estate in Southwark has reached completion.
Southwark prepares to honour the Queen's 60 year reign
by Stickyboard
30th April 2012
A total of 50 street parties have been planned to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in Southwark, council leaders announced today.
Plans to create thousands of new burial spaces revealed by Southwark Council
by Stickyboard
27th April 2012
Plans to create thousands of new burial plots to ensure there is enough cemetery space for at least the next 30 years in Southwark have been revealed by council chiefs.
25. The Man-Date: A Chap's London Day Out
by Stickyboard
25th April 2012
Conditions: If you haven’t read Chap magazine, you’re not welcome to ingest the below.
Wow! What a special occasion! You are actually going to be able to spend some real time, with a real person, who you have a real connection with. Don’t blow it! If you have any intention of seeing this chap again you must make sure you pull out ALL of the stops to impress him. No bloke wants a wet friend
PNAAP Towards a Preferred Option Consultation Closed
by Stickyboard
8th May 2012
Consultation on the towards a preferred options report closed on Friday 30 September 2011. We are now reviewing comments and preparing the next stage of the Peckham and Nunhead Area Action Plan.
Consultation on the Peckham and Nunhead Area Action Plan closed
by Stickyboard
2nd May 2012
Consultation on the Peckham and Nunhead Area Action Plan has now closed. We consulted on the document for 12 weeks from 31 January until 5pm on 24 April 2012.
Southwark Council to offer wide ranging apprenticeship jobs
by Stickyboard
24th April 2012
Southwark Council will provide 36 apprenticeship opportunities to start this September.
Southwark's leader raises thousands of pounds for charity in London Marathon run
by Stickyboard
24th April 2012
The Leader of Southwark Council has raised thousands of pounds for charity after completing the London Marathon on Sunday - and is still urging people to donate to his chosen worthy cause.
Southwark's runners win mini-marathon under 13 boys section
by Stickyboard
24th April 2012
Runners from Southwark conquered all other 32 London boroughs and were crowned under 13 boys champions at the Virgin Mini London Marathon last weekend.
Innovative parent programme receives national recognition
by Stickyboard
24th April 2012
Nearly 120 families in Southwark have taken part in a programme to help make them better parents and reduce children’s behaviour problems.
Every pupil offered a primary school place in Southwark
by Stickyboard
20th April 2012
Every family who applied on time for a primary school place in Southwark has been allocated one, the council has confirmed.
Survey of South Dock Marina and Greenland Dock underway
by Stickyboard
19th April 2012
A survey of the state of repair of South Dock Marina and Greenland Dock is underway it was announced by council chiefs today.
British cycle champ Tony Doyle helps Southwark celebrate 100 days to Olympics
by Stickyboard
18th April 2012
Former British world cycling champion Tony Doyle MBE today helped Southwark celebrate 100 days to go to the Olympics with a host of sporting events across the borough.
New commissioning proposals to help youth service reach more young people
by Stickyboard
18th April 2012
Southwark Council is set to transform its Youth Service to ensure it reaches more young people in the borough.
24. London's 'Ripping' Yarn: Jack the Ripper Tour
by Stickyboard
18th April 2012
I know it sounds naff, touristy, and outright geeky, but the Jack the Ripper tour by London Walks deserves a place as one of the 100 Great Things About London. Please keep reading. I’ll explain; if you love London, which you do, and you don't mind a bit of history then it will interest you. Parts of London which you walk past every day suddenly come alive with meaning and significance; if that
Southwark forms partnership to improve standards of care
by Stickyboard
17th April 2012
A key priority for Southwark Council and Southwark NHS is to work in partnership to bring about sustainable improvements to the quality of care being provided within residential and nursing homes for
Pilot night owl service launched to help locals access health care at home
by Stickyboard
17th April 2012
A pilot night time care service aimed at helping residents receive care and support in their homes overnight has been launched in Southwark.
Kate Humble opens London's first inner-city recycling and waste facility
by Stickyboard
17th April 2012
One of the most advanced recycling and waste centres in Europe has officially been opened in the London Borough of Southwark by broadcaster and environmentalist Kate Humble.
Southwark scoops silver Investors in People award
by Stickyboard
16th April 2012
Southwark Council has scooped a prestigious national award for its excellent management, leadership, training and development of staff.
Southwark sets up £1million community restoration fund
by Stickyboard
13th April 2012
A £1million fund to help support businesses and young people affected by last year's disturbances has been launched by Southwark Council.
23. Lights, Stars, Music: A Date at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Stickyboard
13th April 2012
For an atmospheric night of theatre, entertainment and romance you cannot beat the Open Air Theatre at Regent’s Park. Because of the glorious British weather, the Open Air Theatre only runs during the “summer” months (May to September) but it is a must for anyone who hasn’t been. Last year’s Crazy for You was an all-singing-all-dancing extravaganza and I loved every minute of it. The show wasn't
Art will not be bowed by metal thieves
by Stickyboard
12th April 2012
Art will not be hidden away from residents despite the threat of metal thieves and vandals council chiefs vowed today.
National award for Southwark's keeping warm and well project
by Stickyboard
12th April 2012
Southwark's Keeping Warm and Well project has just scooped up a Community Footprint Award from National Energy Action.
Southwark Council Leader gears up for London Marathon
by Stickyboard
11th April 2012
With just over a week to go until the London marathon, Southwark Council's Leader Peter John has been busy putting in some final practice ahead of the gruelling 26.2mile run.
Council seeks groups to extend library hours
by Stickyboard
10th April 2012
Local groups and organisations are today being asked if they would like to suggest ways for extending opening hours at some of Southwark's smaller libraries.
Southwark Youth Councillors are up and running
by Stickyboard
5th April 2012
Southwark Youth Councillors have officially taken up their roles following the successful completion of a four week induction training course.
22. No Timid Thames: An Amazing Slice of London's River
by Stickyboard
4th April 2012
That big blue (sometimes dank) streak of water which runs through London: where the boats float by, modern high rise apartments fill the banks, and tourists climb on top of one another to get the best photo of Big Ben! Yes, we all 'know' the Thames. But do the majority of people know what lies beyond East of Tower Bridge and West of Vauxhall Bridge?
Having spoken to many...it seems not. And
21. The Magnificent Seven: London's Beautiful Crypts
by Stickyboard
4th April 2012
“You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend. Those with loaded guns, and those who dig. You dig.”
No, not spaghetti westerns: London historian Hugh Meller used the phrase ‘the magnificent seven’ for the first time in 1981 to refer to the group of large Victorian cemeteries established between 1832 and 1841 to deal with the problem of overflowing graveyards in inner London.
A new Southwark service is launched to tackle domestic abuse
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Southwark Council and its partners have contracted Solace Women's Aid to provide a new borough-wide service called Southwark Advocacy and Support Services (SASS).
Burgess Park BMX track given the green light
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Planning permission for a national standard BMX track in South London's Burgess Park has been given the go-ahead by council leaders.
Charles Dickens in Southwark
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
For the whole of April Southwark libraries will be taking part in Cityread London, a celebration of the life and work of Charles Dickens.
Canada Water Area Action Plan is adopted
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
The Canada Water Area Action was adopted at Council Assembly on 28 March 2012.
Over 100 cycle lockers destined for eight housing estates
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Planning permission has been granted for 102 new bike lockers which are due to be installed on eight Southwark estates by the end of May, council chiefs announced today.
Two hundred people pass through pop up shop on final day
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
The Spark 'pop up' shop run by local young people on East Street saw 200 visitors on its last day of trading.
Crow
2nd April 2012
Handspring Puppet Company breathe new theatrical life into Ted Hughes' mythic Crow poems
Council’s cabinet agrees way forward for multi-million pound estates
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
After years of uncertainty, a way forward has been agreed for all six high investment need estates in Southwark, to bring about the much needed investment in social housing in the borough.
Stead Street Car Park redevelopment scheme: public consultation
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
As part of the Heygate re-housing programme, Southwark Council has entered into a partnership with Guinness Housing Association to deliver new, affordable homes for local people.
Rye Lane crack down snares benefit fraudsters and counterfeit goods
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
A multi-agency crack down on Rye Lane unearthed benefit fraudsters, immigration overstayers and six bin liners of counterfeit goods last week.
Inspectors find Southwark's first fake Olympic souvenirs
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Fake lighters and badges sporting the Olympic rings and London 2012 branding have been confiscated by Southwark Council trading standards officers.
Successful youth offending service opens its doors to the public
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
A report released to the public this week shows that Southwark's youth offending service is achieving positive results for some of the borough's most vulnerable young people.
The Count of Monte Cristo
2nd April 2012
Alexandre Dumasos classic tale comes to the National Theatre in a theatrical adventure for family audiences.
The Doctoros Dilemma
2nd April 2012
Disturbingly funny and psychologically incisive, Bernard Shawos The Doctoros Dilemma takes on with an irreverent glee the dubious ethics of the men who play God.
London Road in the Olivier
2nd April 2012
Following a sell-out run in the Cottesloe last year, the award-winning production returns, this time to the Olivier Theatre
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
26th April 2012
Simon Stephenso adaptation offers a richly theatrical exploration of the touching and bleakly humorous, award-winning novel by Mark Haddon.
The Last of the Haussmans
2nd April 2012
Stephen Beresfordos The Last of the Haussmans examines the fate of the revolutionary generation and offers a funny, touching and at times savage portrait of a family full of longing thatos losing its grip.
Timon of Athens
2nd April 2012
Simon Russell Beale takes the title role in Shakespeareos strange fable of conspicuous consumption, debt and ruin, written in collaboration with Thomas Middleton.
South Bermondsey Children's Centre and Bishop's House Children's Centre
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
You may have recently heard suggestions that the Childrens Centres at South Bermondsey and Bishop House will close. This is untrue and the statement below clarifies that.
South Bermondsey Children's Centre and Bishop's House Children's Centre
by Stickyboard
3rd April 2012
You may have recently heard suggestions that the Childrens Centres at South Bermondsey and Bishop House will close. This is untrue and the statement below clarifies that.
Travel training scheme for young people scoops London Transport award
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
A scheme targeted at giving young people, especially those with learning difficulties, the confidence needed to use public transport on their own has scooped a London Transport Award.
20. A Great Saturday AM Ritual: Pottering about Borough Market
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Here's my $.02 (£.01?...) on one of most obvious-but oft overlooked places in London that makes London such an incredible place: Borough Market....
I have a confession: I get up earlier on Saturday morning than I ever do during the week for work. Crazy, I know-but this is what you do when want to be at Borough Market before 8.30am on a Saturday! This is what you do to get the best pick of
19. Oasis of Calm in London’s heart: Picnic in Phoenix Gardens
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
When you are stuck in town on a sunny day with hot pavement beneath your feet and air full of exhaust fumes, it all can get a bit too much. Luckily tucked behind the Odeon on Shaftesbury Avenue, close to the hustle and bustle of Soho and the exhausting entertainments of Covent Garden is a little oasis of calm. Phoenix Gardens are the ideal place to take a picnic (or just a coffee or book) and
Hosepipe ban in London
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Thames Water have said that they will be issuing a hosepipe ban throughout London from 5 April.
Tiny piece of asbestos discovered at Chambers Wharf
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Following the discovery of a tiny amount of asbestos at its Chambers Wharf Site, Thames Water have written to local residents and schools to inform them of their discovery and the safety measures.
Southwark encourages students to apply for degree course loans on time
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Southwark Council is urging students looking to attend university this year to start seeking alternative funding from the Student Loans Company.
Drainage works planned to start on Walworth Road at the end of March
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Council bosses confirmed today that drainage works are being planned for the Walworth Road and are due to start this March, lasting until May.
More car club bays announced for Southwark
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Southwark Council is to expand its car club, adding 13 extra bays to take the total up to 118.
New project to reach out to 'hidden' group of carers in Southwark
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Southwark Council is working in partnership with Southwark NHS and Carers UK, as well as local voluntary organisations, to find out more information about carers in the borough.
Plans unveiled for cycle hub at Peckham Rye Station
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Plans for a £400,000 cycle hub with a cycle shop, maintenance workshop, CCTV monitored indoor secure bike parking and a controlled access system for Peckham Rye Station were unveiled today.
18. Swimming with ducks in Hampstead Heath.
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
We Londoners easily loose touch with nature (my interaction with nature is nowadays limited to the disease-ridden basil plant in my kitchen – or an occasional dog poo on foot incident). That’s why I have found taking a dip in mossy water amongst semi-naked Londoners and other equally obscure forms of wildlife so…restorative.
A century old tradition, bathing in the wooded Hampstead ponds was once
17. Putting the 'Art' into clogged arteries: London's Fast Food Greats!
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
So the economic downturn seems to have created a capital craving for good ol' fast food. Here's some of the finest:
Lucky Chip at The Sebright Arms:
A street food take on pub grub. If you like your burgers sloppy, greasy, and named after film stars, Nettil Market's burger van based Lucky Chip have taken residency at the transformed old man's pub The Sebright Arms.
TOP FACT Michael
16. Become a Culture Vulture: London's Galleries in one Swoop
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Right now in London there has never been so much art. I mean it is literally pouring out every single corner of central London. And, not only is it everywhere, the quality is truly outstanding. What is also wonderful about this, is that everyone I know (OK this could be an age thing) is getting involved and wants to go see these exhibitions.
Whilst the selection is quite literally intoxicating,
The Wire’s Rob Young discusses the subtleties of British music, film & TV
6th March 2012
Rob Young is Editor-At-Large of The Wire – the British avant-garde music magazine – and author of Electric Eden: Unearthing Britain’s Visionary Music - the acclaimed book about the history and evolution of British folk music. Young comes to Southbank Centre on Wednesday 14 March to talk about the hidden histories of British film and television. [...]
15. Just Hanging Around: Rock Climbing at Westway
by Stickyboard
2nd April 2012
Ah the mid-week hump! A gritty morning coffee has relieved the lurking hangover, and come 5:30 I’m ready for some alternative evening’s entertainment to celebrate a successful Wednesday.
Londoners are spoilt for choice when it comes to alternatives, but here’s my insider’s tip: try indoor rock climbing.
It’s natural to question the fun of clambering artificial rocks, as well as the sanity of
Fraudster gets 10 months suspended sentence and 200 hours community service
by Stickyboard
24th February 2012
A market stall holder who was selling counterfeit baseball caps and clothing in Peckham has been given a ten month suspended sentence and ordered to do 200 hours of community service.
Thames Clippers named as 'preferred bidder' for Greenland Pier
by Stickyboard
23rd February 2012
Southwark Council has moved to secure the future of Greenland pier after naming KPMG Thames Clippers as the preferred bidders to take over the ownership and running of the facility.
Southwark Crowns its Young Consumers of the Year
by Stickyboard
23rd February 2012
Pupils from Saint Saviour's School were crowned Southwarks 'Young Consumers of the Year' today, and will go on to compete in a London wide final on 27 March.
Second round scholarship scheme has 88 applicants
by Stickyboard
23rd February 2012
Almost 90 students have applied for Southwark Council's second scholarship scheme.
Southwark urges public to help ensure the safety of private fostered children
by Stickyboard
23rd February 2012
As a private fostering awareness week begins, Southwark Council is calling on people to help ensure the safety and well - being of children being cared for by someone who is not a direct relative.
Final masterplan for Heygate Estate revamp revealed
by Stickyboard
23rd February 2012
As part of the next stage of Southwark's £1.5bn transformation of Elephant & Castle, the council’s development partner, Lend Lease, is holding a public exhibition on the transformation of the Heygate.
Official opening for multi - million pound Southwark Resource Centre
by Stickyboard
22nd February 2012
The Southwark Resource Centre which has been designed to help and support disabled people officially opened its doors to the public this week.
NT Live filming: She Stoops to Conquer 29 March 2012
22nd February 2012
This is the filmed performance to be broadcast live. One of the great, generous-hearted and ingenious comedies of the English language, Goldsmithos She Stoops to Conquer offers a celebration of chaos, courtship and the dysfunctional family.
Council names apprentice of the year winners
by Stickyboard
22nd February 2012
Two young people who have been working with Southwark Council have been crowned as the authority's apprentices of the year.
Illegal ice cream trader banned from Bankside
by Stickyboard
22nd February 2012
An illegal ice cream seller has been permanently banned from the bankside area after losing a case in the Royal Courts of Justice.
14. A Shortcut to happiness: Swing Dancing in London
by Stickyboard
22nd February 2012
Want to get fit without trying? Meet fun friends, pretty girls and fine young men? Laugh out loud? Well these are all common side-effects of swing dancing!
When I first came to London seven years ago, knowing no-one and keen on anything that didn’t cost much, I turned up shyly to a free Christmas concert in the Royal Festival Hall ballroom. With a whirl of live big band music and a roomful of
New scheme to teach hundreds of pupils cycle safety
by Stickyboard
21st February 2012
Hundreds of children will be given free cycle safety training at school to help boost their confidence before they start to ride on the road, council chiefs announced today.
River Pier future looking good
by Stickyboard
20th February 2012
The new owners of the Greenland pier are to be announced this week as a number of promising bids have come forward from companies who have said they want to take on the ownership and running...
Southwark youngsters give sport a go
by Stickyboard
20th February 2012
Over a hundred young people have had the chance to try out new sports in Burgess Park as part of a London wide campaign called 'Give it a Go 2012'.
Southwark's lucky library winner announced
by Stickyboard
20th February 2012
Rotherhithe resident Viara Pitaluga is the lucky winner of Southwark Council's Canada Water Library's Golden Ticket.
A warm welcome back for former Heygate residents
by Stickyboard
17th February 2012
Former Heygate residents have returned to Elephant and Castle to a warm welcome from Southwark Council and L&Q and a brand-new family home.
New £3m centre opens for disabled people in Southwark
by Stickyboard
17th February 2012
A new multi-million pound centre to support disabled people is to officially open its doors next week (21 February) in Southwark.
Thames water fined thousands for dangerous road works
by Stickyboard
16th February 2012
Thames Water has been taken to court four times and fined £4,000 in the last year for carrying out dangerous road works in Southwark, figures reveal today.
Ofsted: Crawford Primary School "improved considerably"
by Stickyboard
16th February 2012
A Southwark school is no longer in special measures after staff and governors worked tirelessly to help it improve.
Voluntary groups set to receive £1million in funding
by Stickyboard
16th February 2012
More than 30 community and voluntary groups are in line to share a million pound pot of funding from Southwark Council, it was announced today.
13. Weekly wine tasting for a Fiver...in Kensington!?!
by Stickyboard
15th February 2012
For about 3 years now, every Thursday evening I go to the whole food’s supermarket for an event they call “Thirst Thursday”. I believe it started as a marketing ploy but has slowly turned into an un-missable London Social Event.
The premise is simple. For £5, you get to try 5 small glasses of wine and 5 small plates of food. The evenings are usually themed and generally try to promote different
12. A True Diamond in the Rough: Mudchute City Farm
by Stickyboard
15th February 2012
Beneath heady towers of London’s financial district, on the isle of dogs, sits 32 acres of green and pleasant land. This 32 acres of land that was once used to defend London from Nazi bombers and had the Eastend community of dockers at its heart, is now home to something special.
It is home to Mudchute Farm, the UK’s largest city farm.
Since 1977 the farm has been growing and it now has over
11. King of the Swinger ohh: Flying Trapeze London Style
by Stickyboard
15th February 2012
Ever climbed something reeeally high and had the urge to jump, do a couple of stylish spins in the air and land flawlessly on the ground with everyone watching and wooping? I haven’t.
But in some fantastic moment of madness last summer I signed up for a flying trapeze lesson on Acton Common with a company called Gorilla Circus, and it was amAZing!
Basically you climb this big ladder, which feels
Southwark schools in £30m revamp
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
Two Southwark schools are to undergo multi-million revamps to create a raft of first class new facilities for pupils and the local community, council chiefs announced this week.
The end is nigh for the Heygate's walkways in the sky
by Stickyboard
17th February 2012
A series of linked bridges and walkways designed to help people cross a London housing estate is being closed off as preparations for the next phase of the site's demolition begin
Justice Minister praises response to disorder
by Stickyboard
13th February 2012
Justice Minister Crispin Blunt has seen first hand how Southwark Council and the local community responded to the disturbances in August last year and worked together since to improve the borough.
8. The One and Only... National Theatre
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
A theatre? What is so good about a theatre? I hear you say, apart from the obvious enjoyment of the evening and perhaps matinee performances. Well the National Theatre, I believe, is unlike any other theatre for the enormous variety not only in the productions being shown but all the other things that this building has to offer!
Situated on the Southbank which is considered to be one of the
David Shrigley: Brain Activity video
6th March 2012
I really looked forward to making this video with David on my last visit to his studio in Glasgow before we began installing the show in London. David is most at ease in his studio, which is very clean and organised. This surprises a lot of people as they expect huge amounts of chaos and disarray [...]
Southwark and Lambeth to further integrate legal teams
by Stickyboard
9th February 2012
Two London councils are to further integrate their legal teams in a bid to save local taxpayers tens of thousand of pounds a year and provide a better service.
2. Night at the Museum... without Stiller
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
So you think you’ve been to the Science Museum? Not like this you haven’t. Keen to get more young adults into science, the museum, alongside others in London, has been throwing their doors open after hours for special Lates events.
Open access, exclusive demonstrations and yes, “refreshments”, combine to make one of the most educational and fun nights you’ll have out in town this year. To get
10. An experimental Sunday @ Brixton Market
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
For those of you who sing the praises of Borough Market but are hankering after something new, I can not recommend Brixton Indoor Market and the Brixton Electric Avenue Street Market enough. If you are a lover of food, or just enjoy a potter and a nibble, both of these will appeal! Ideal for a lazy late Sunday morning: you can peruse the delights of the markets and then settle down for a spot of
Cyclists and Southwark Council join together to create a safer borough for bikes over the next five
by Stickyboard
8th February 2012
A new network of safe routes for cyclists is being identified across the borough and could be developed within the next five years, it was announced today.
Council gives hard-pressed young people financial support to help them stay on in education
by Stickyboard
8th February 2012
Southwark Council have launched a radical scheme to pay hundreds of hard-pressed sixth form and further education students up to £200 a year to support them during their studies.
Consultation on the Elephant and Castle SPD now closed
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
The consultation period for the Elephant and Castle Supplementary Planning Document closed on 7 February.
100 Southwark schools and colleges given Olympic tickets
by Stickyboard
7th February 2012
Nearly 100 schools and colleges across Southwark have been given more than 2,500 tickets for the Olympics and Paralympics this summer.
sculpture to be installed commemorating the life of Charles Dickens
by Stickyboard
7th February 2012
An innovative piece of public art to celebrate the life of Charles Dickens will be installed in Southwark this year, to celebrate the 200th birthday of the famous novelist.
Southwark consults with local people over Kingswood House
by Stickyboard
6th February 2012
Southwark council chiefs are consulting with local people over the future of Kingswood House to help secure its future as a community facility in the borough.
2010/11 Annual Monitoring Report
by Stickyboard
6th February 2012
The document reports on whether our planning policies are achieving their objectives and makes sure our planning policies are up to date. The 2010-11 report covers the year April 2010 to March 2011.
New opening hours for four Southwark libraries
by Stickyboard
6th February 2012
Southwark Council's library service today announced new opening hours for four of its smaller libraries as part of its decision to keep all Soutwark Libraries open.
Southwark Council seeks investor for Greenland Pier
by Stickyboard
6th February 2012
Southwark council is looking for an investor to take on the ownership and running of Greenland pier and is expecting serious proposals from several quarters.
We are now consulting on the Peckham and Nunhead AAP Preferred Option
by Stickyboard
6th February 2012
We are now consulting on the Consultation on the Peckham and Nunhead Area Action Plan Preferred Option.
The consultation period will run from 31 January until 5pm 24 April 2012.
9. Exercise and Indulgence: Richmond Park
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
This is the ultimate day trip if you have time, energy and feel like you just need to just get out of the city but you don't have a car. All you have to do is hop on the underground and go to Richmond Station and head to Richmond Park
Out the station turn left and weave your way through yummy mummies, city-boy-dads, prams and posh poodles. Stop off at Paul's on the way and grab yourself a coffee
Southwark supports The Times' Cities fit for cycling campaign
by Stickyboard
3rd February 2012
Following the the launch of The Times' Cities fit for cycling campaign the Leader of Southwark Council has written to the paper lending the borough's support.
London's oldest fruit and veg market receives Southwark Blue Plaque
by Stickyboard
2nd February 2012
London's oldest and best loved food markets was today (2 February 2012) honoured with a commemorative blue plaque by Southwark Council to celebrate over 250 years of trading fruit and veg.
Government agrees to Southwark Council's funding request for more school places in SE16
by Stickyboard
2nd February 2012
One hundred extra secondary school places will be created in Southwark, council chiefs announced today.
Southwark Open Space Strategy
by Stickyboard
3rd February 2012
The open space strategy provides a framework for the provision of open space in the borough and makes up an important part of the concil's evidence base for the Local Development Framework (LDF).
Five arrested in south London raids targeting council home fraud
by Stickyboard
2nd February 2012
A multi-agency operation led by the UK Border Agency saw five people arrested as part of a crackdown on council home fraud.
Alexander O'Neal to headline Bermondsey Carnival
by Stickyboard
1st February 2012
International soul sensation Alexander O'Neal is to headline the annual Bermondsey Carnival this summer. The legendary singer will perform at the carnival in Southwark Park on 2 June, which this year is taking place on the same weekend as the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations.
7. London’s Heart; A touching memorial
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
London is a reflection of the people who live in it. Our lust can be found in the narrow alleys of Soho, our need for knowledge is reflected in London’s libraries and bookshops. Our gluttony and our multi-culturalism can be seen in restaurants providing food from all over the globe. Our capacity for violence can be found in the need for police stations and our neglect for those less fortunate
6. Zoo Lates; See the animals in a whole new way!
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
Going to the zoo doesn't just have to be for toddlers and hassled parents trying to keep tabs on their over excited children, there is in fact a whole animal kingdom out there waiting for the rest of us; Zoo Lates at London Zoo.
As the last of the lunch boxes and school coaches roll out of the gates, the green picnic spaces make way for pop up bars, food stands (from Ostrich burgers to Spanish
5. A date with a view!
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
On a glorious summer evening I went for a cocktail at Searcy's at The Gherkin - a Private Members Bar with one of the best views in London.
On the 48th floor, the bar has a 360 degree view of all of London and it is simply breath taking! I was with a date but rather than try and impress each other with sophisticated chat, our excited giddiness took over and we started playing i-spy, capering
4. London in Bloom; Columbia Road Flower Market
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
Every Londoner should visit this fantastic market in Shoreditch. It's one of the few excellent London markets open on Sunday and worth a visit any time of the year. This unassuming road is filled with market stalls of flowers and plants, barrow boys, food stalls and craft shops.
The prices are incredible. Last time I was there I got an mini orange tree with fruit on it for £3. I know a few
FORMER FAST FOOD RESTAURANT MANAGER PLEADS GUILTY TO SIX HYGIENE BREACHES
by Stickyboard
31st January 2012
The former owner and manager of a fast food restaurant in Southwark has pleaded guilty to a series of food safety offences after a cockroach was found in a takeaway Chinese meal ordered for a meeting of company directors
NT Live filming: The Comedy of Errors 1 March 2012
6th February 2012
The filmed performance of Shakespeareos furiously paced comedy, staged in a contemporary world into which walk three prohibited foreigners who see everything for the first time.
Music signals the opening of Phoenix Primary School
by Stickyboard
30th January 2012
Staff and pupils expressed themselves musically, to mark the opening of Phoenix Primary School on Tuesday 10 January.
Southwark stockpiles grit for cold weather
by Stickyboard
30th January 2012
Southwark Council has stockpiled a mountain of grit to help keep the borough moving as temperatures tumble across the country.
Ambitions project to help Southwark's most talented young people
by Stickyboard
30th January 2012
Pembroke and St Catherine’s Colleges at Cambridge University, University College of London (UCL) and Excellence in Southwark, launched their ‘Ambitions’ project on Tuesday 17 January.
3. London's Prestige: A night @ the Magic Circle
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
So you’ve taken in a couple of shows, checked out the latest exhibits, but have you visited the premier magical society in the fascinating world of mystery and illusion?
Well...neither had I. That was until I went the Magic Circle’s headquarters for one of their public show. Forget Darren Brown, forget David Blaine, this promises to be an evening full of magic, comedy, ventriloquism and a guy
1. Ice Skating with Ravens
by Stickyboard
14th February 2012
It's that time of year - Winter arrives, sites all over London put up ice rinks in their back gardens, and Londoners suddenly become convinced that they too can glide gracefully around on thin slithers of metal whilst retaining perfect balance and poise...
But with so many venues now sporting rinks, the real difficulty can be deciding where to go. This year I had heard that the Ice Rink at the
Southwark Council Leader aiming to raise thousands for hospital charity
by Stickyboard
27th January 2012
The leader of Southwark Council will be pounding the capital's streets to raise thousands of pounds for charity at the London Marathon, it was announced this week.
GATZ at the Noël Coward Theatre
6th February 2012
A remarkable re-enactment of F. Scott Fitzgeraldos masterpiece The Great Gatsby. An epic 8-hour theatrical experience.
Black T-shirt Collection
6th February 2012
Following his acclaimed performance of The 14th Tale in 2010, Inua Ellams returns to the National Theatre with a new story about two foster brothers building a global t-shirt brand.
Misterman
6th February 2012
Cillian Murphy returns to the London stage to play the population of an entire town in a tour-de-force solo performance of epic proportions.
Detroit
6th February 2012
Lisa DoAmouros brutal, hilarious play makes its London premiere in a new production by Austin Pendleton, who directed its hugely acclaimed premiere at Chicagoos Steppenwolf Theatre.
Antigone
6th February 2012
Desperate to gain control over a city ravaged by civil war, Creon refuses to bury the body of Antigoneos rebellious brother. Outraged, she defies his edict.
First new trees for Burgess Park
by Stickyboard
23rd January 2012
The first of dozens of new trees have been planted at Burgess Park as part of its ongoing multimillion pound makeover, council chiefs have anounced.
Birthday by Sam Winston: 12 hours of life and death
6th March 2012
As part of Death: Southbank Centre’s Festival for the Living, Sam Winston is creating a pop up registry office in Royal Festival Hall as part of his Birthday project, commemorating the quarter of a million lives that are born and die in the space of 12 hours around the world. Come along to join in [...]
Further details on London's biggest low carbon district heating system unveiled
by Stickyboard
18th January 2012
Further details of London's biggest low carbon district heating system to provide cheap and clean energy to thousands of homes have been unveiled this week, with no works now scheduled to take place.
2010/11 Annual Monitoring Report submitted
by Stickyboard
6th February 2012
The document reports on whether our planning policies are achieving their objectives and makes sure our planning policies are up to date. The 2010-11 report covers the year April 2010 to March 2011.
High take up of free school meals spells success for Southwark
by Stickyboard
17th January 2012
The vast majority of reception and year one pupils in Southwark are benefitting from the council's pioneering free health healthy school meals programme, it was revealed today.
George Condo Short Stories Competition – The Winner
6th March 2012
The winner of our George Condo Short Stories Competition is Clare Hill with her entry titled, On The Edge. Inspired by The Psychoanalytic Puppeteer Losing His Mind, the artist George Condo and Hayward Gallery director Ralph Rugoff chose Clare’s piece as the winner from hundreds of entries. Clare has won a signed catalogue, limited edition Mental [...]
Approach to affordable rent clarified
by Stickyboard
3rd February 2012
We took a report to the 20 December meeting of our Planning Committee which clarified our affordable housing policies, including how we will deal with the new affordable rent tenure.
Ebooks, vinyl and depressive eggs..
6th March 2012
Over a million people found an ebook reader under the tree this Christmas, and we’re not just about paper here at Hayward, either. We have produced the perfect accessory for your new iPad® in our groundbreaking new ebook, Pipilotti Rist: Eyeball Massage. Pipi’s vivid and interactive world is perfect in digital format, with ‘rollover’ images [...]
Cycle safety event receives support from Southwark
by Stickyboard
13th January 2012
Southwark is backing a cycle safety awareness event to be held on 18 January.
George Condo Short Stories Competition – Runners-Up Part 2
6th March 2012
The second round of stories from our runners-up of the George Condo Short Stories Competition are featured below. Congratulations to Cathy Bryant and Elina Koudriakova Old Clown by Elina Koudriakova The stench of urine and disinfectant filled the girl’s nose. The air was thick with despair and death. She felt the white washed walls begin [...]
NT Live filming: Travelling Light 9 February 2012
6th February 2012
Antony Sher plays Jacob in a funny and fascinating tribute to the Eastern European immigrants who became major players in Hollywoodos golden age.
Leader’s New Year message 2012
by Stickyboard
11th January 2012
I would like to start by wishing you a Happy New Year. The last twelve months were some of the most difficult for generations, with unprecedented government cuts, uncertainty in the national economy
Central government cash boost for Southwark project
by Stickyboard
11th January 2012
Southwark’s ‘Keep warm and well’ project has just received a £122,000 cash award from the Department of Health (DoH).
Southwark's Charles Dickens Primary School scoops fourth top arts award
by Stickyboard
11th January 2012
A creatively driven primary school in Southwark has scooped a fourth national award for its outstanding commitment to the arts.
Leader's plan to save £1m by cutting top managers' posts
by Stickyboard
10th January 2012
The Leader has written to the Council's most senior officers and councillors to launch a consultation process that is expected to cut the number of top managers' posts in the authority.
George Condo Short Stories Competition – Runners-Up Part 1
6th March 2012
Happy New Year to you all. The George Condo Short Stories Competition came to a close before Christmas, and the results are in! We had hundreds of entries, and the standard was excellent across the board. Thank you to all of you who entered. This week we’ll be uploading the four runners-up to the Hayward [...]
Recycle your Christmas waste, urges the council
by Stickyboard
4th January 2012
Residents in the borough are being encouraged to think about recycling this week, as they get to grips with their festive waste.
Southwark urges students to meet scholarship scheme deadline
by Stickyboard
4th January 2012
Education chiefs today urged students who want to apply for Southwark Council's pioneering scholarship scheme to submit their registration by the deadline of 15 January.
Southwark calls on Cameron to speed up reforms to scrap metal industry following Hepworth theft
by Stickyboard
30th December 2011
Council chiefs have called on David Cameron to speed up urgent reforms to the scrap metal industry to combat the growing epidemic of metal theft across the UK.
Southwark encourages parents to meet the primary school admissions deadline
by Stickyboard
29th December 2011
The 15 January admissions deadline is fast approaching and Southwark is urging parents to complete their primary school application on time.
Test results continue to improve for Southwark primary schools
by Stickyboard
29th December 2011
Southwark primary schools continue to make gains in league table results.
Six month tobacco sales ban given to shop for persistent cigarette sales to children
by Stickyboard
22nd December 2011
Dulwich Supermarket given ‘Restricted Premises Order’ after multiple offences of selling tobacco to under age customers.
Canda Water Area Action Plan found 'sound'
by Stickyboard
22nd December 2011
We have now received the Final Inspector's report for the Canada Water AAP. The conclusion of the report was that the AAP was found sound subject to minor changes.
Canda Water Area Action Plan found 'sound'
by Stickyboard
9th January 2012
We have now received the Final Inspector's report for the Canada Water AAP. The conclusion of the report was that the AAP was found sound subject to minor changes.
Consultation on the Elephant and Castle SPD opens from 27 December
by Stickyboard
22nd December 2011
We will be consulting on the Elephant and Castle Supplementary Planning Document from 27 December until 7 February 2012.
Southwark parents praised for their efforts on parenting course
by Stickyboard
22nd December 2011
Council chiefs have praised a group of parents for completing a specially designed course to help them become better parents.
Olympic tickets awarded to athletes who compete in next year’s Mini London Marathon
by Stickyboard
22nd December 2011
Southwark Council is urging young athletes to get in training now, as the top 48 runners in the borough will next year have the added prize of an Olympic ticket.
Dramatic plans approved for London Bridge and surrounding area
by Stickyboard
22nd December 2011
Radical plans for a multi-million redevelopment of London Bridge station have been approved by Southwark Council.
Murakami and Horrid Henry top Canada Water’s favourites
by Stickyboard
21st December 2011
The most popular authors at Canada Water library, London’s first super library, can be revealed today.
New online guide will help people maintain an independent lifestyle
by Stickyboard
21st December 2011
Southwark Council has launched a new online guide that provides information about adult social care and other community services.
Southwark youth employment scheme receives official launch
by Stickyboard
21st December 2011
Young people have praised a pioneering Southwark Council scheme which is helping them into jobs and training.
Southwark social worker scoops top industry awards
by Stickyboard
20th December 2011
A Southwark Council social worker has been named as the country's best social worker at a top industry awards ceremony.
Southwark appeals for information following theft of Barbara Hepworth statue
by Stickyboard
20th December 2011
Thieves have stolen an irreplaceable piece of public art by Barbara Hepworth, one of the most highly regarded sculptors of the 20th century.
Council says thank you after consultation on the cemeteries service
by Stickyboard
19th December 2011
Southwark’s environment boss today thanked all those who took part in the consultation on the future of the cemeteries service.
Southwark Council fully prepared for severe weather
by Stickyboard
16th December 2011
The council’s highways and environment teams are reassuring residents that they are as prepared as possible for any severe weather this winter.
Don’t cheat shoppers this Christmas warns Southwark Council, as they remind traders of confiscation
by Stickyboard
15th December 2011
Dodgy phone chargers, fake alcohol, bootleg bags - all products that traders should definitely not contemplate selling this Christmas, according to Southwark Council’s Trading Standards team.
Leader of Southwark Council pledges his support for safer cycling
by Stickyboard
15th December 2011
Cllr Peter John, the leader of Southwark Council, today added his voice to the call for greater safety for cyclists on London’s roads.
Budget proposals for 2012/13 to support residents and businesses
by Stickyboard
15th December 2011
Southwark Council today unveiled a raft of budget proposals to help tackle childhood obesity, support businesses and low paid workers and give residents more power over local spending decisions.
One Man, Two Guvnors at the Theatre Royal Haymarket
6th February 2012
The National Theatre's smash-hit production transfers to the Theatre Royal Haymarket.
Southwark invests £350K to help young people into jobs and training
by Stickyboard
14th December 2011
Southwark Council has invested £350,000 into its employment training scheme aimed at helping young people in the borough find work.
Burgess Park tennis club shines with new £170,000 floodlights
by Stickyboard
13th December 2011
Tennis fans in Burgess Park are beaming thanks to new floodlights installed by Southwark City Tennis Club to increase year round play at the centre.
Cracking activities lined up in Southwark to get people shopping local this Christmas
by Stickyboard
12th December 2011
A host of activities from free gift wrapping to cookery demos to pop up Christmas concerts is taking place in Southwark from this weekend (Dec 17)
Community wardens in Southwark first in London to get new powers
by Stickyboard
12th December 2011
Issuing fines for antisocial behaviour are among the new powers granted to Southwark Council community wardens today.
Students flock to Southwark Youth Council launch
by Stickyboard
12th December 2011
Last Tuesday evening, sixty five young people came to the youth council launch event, at Globe Academy School.
Transition funding recommended for thirteen applicants
by Stickyboard
7th December 2011
Thirteen organisations will receive funding from Southwark’s third round £1.5m transition fund, to help them operate during the economic downturn.
Visitor numbers off the page for Canada Water Library's opening week
by Stickyboard
6th December 2011
More than 15,000 people flocked to Southwark Council's new multi-million pound "super library" at Canada Water during its opening week, figures revealed today.
Major improvements proposed for Southwark's youth service
by Stickyboard
6th December 2011
Southwark Council has announced proposals for a radical transformation of its youth services to ensure it better meet the needs of local young people.
Plea issued for safe return of Salter statue
by Stickyboard
2nd December 2011
The last remaining relative of Dr Alfred Salter - one of Britain's great social reformers whose statue was stolen by metal thieves - today issued an urgent appeal for its safe return.
New helpline launched to reduce menace of hate crime
by Stickyboard
2nd December 2011
A new phone number has been launched to help tackle hate crimes committed in Southwark.
Council offers free parking to help shoppers and businesses this Christmas
by Stickyboard
1st December 2011
Peckham car parks will be free to all visitors from this weekend until New Year’s Eve, and weekend parking is now free in the council’s car park near East Street.
From a Bermondsey champion swimmer to a world music star - a chance to hear real stories from the El
by Stickyboard
1st December 2011
The Cuming Museum’s exhibition Elephant in focus: home from home is now open, and it presents a snapshot of the Elephant and Castle at the beginning of the 21st century.
Southwark to launch second scholarship scheme
by Stickyboard
30th November 2011
Southwark Council will launch the second year of its pioneering university scholarship scheme on 5 December.
Power outage on the Aylesbury Estate
by Stickyboard
29th November 2011
The Aylesbury Estate is currently without power. EDF are working on the issue and our officers are visiting residents to update them. No candles or naked flames are to be used at all in the meantime.
Greenland Pier renovation works rescheduled to minimise disruption
by Stickyboard
29th November 2011
Southwark Council today announced that it is to reschedule its principal inspection of Greenland Pier to the New Year. This will involve the removal of the pier.
Southwark Council is urging residents to shop local this Christmas
by Stickyboard
28th November 2011
With only a few weeks left before Christmas, the public is being encouraged to make the most of the amazing shops and businesses on their doorsteps, as they prepare for their festive shopping.
First ‘super library’ opens in London as Southwark Council looks to the future
by Stickyboard
28th November 2011
A brand new multi-million pound library has opened in Southwark which council bosses say is the shape of libraries to come.
Bespoke Disability Equality Training
by Shape
24th November 2011
If you or your organisation want to be compliant with current legislation as well as to maintain best practice, Shape is here to help!
We have a range of package training offers that will suit your organization needs. Contact us for detailed information and course outlines.
Current training modules:
•Disability Equality Training
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•Accessible Events
•Accessible Marketing
•Developing Participatory Arts Activities
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Canada Water library set to open on Monday 28 November
by Stickyboard
24th November 2011
A brand new multi-million pound library is to open in Southwark which council bosses say is the shape of libraries to come.
Disruption to council services expected on November 30
by Stickyboard
23rd November 2011
It is expected that there will be widespread disruption to Southwark Council services as a result of the national industrial action that has been coordinated for November 30.
Disruption to council services expected on November 30
by Stickyboard
23rd November 2011
It is expected that there will be widespread disruption to Southwark Council services as a result of the national industrial action that has been coordinated for November 30.
Southwark calls young people to represent their peers
by Stickyboard
22nd November 2011
A drive to get more young people involved in local politics will be launched by Southwark Council at the Globe Academy next month.
Collaborators in the Olivier
6th February 2012
Transferring to the Olivier Theatre. Inspired by historical fact, Collaborators embarks on a surreal journey into the fevered imagination of Mikhail Bulgakov as he loses himself in a macabre and disturbingly funny relationship with Stalin.
Southwark offers £1,000 reward following Salter statue theft
by Stickyboard
22nd November 2011
Council chiefs are offering a £1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of metal thieves who stole a much loved bronze statue of one of London's greatest social reformers.
Schools in Southwark show huge improvement
by Stickyboard
21st November 2011
Schools in Southwark have made dramatic strides in their performance over the last five years with far bigger rates of improvement than many other local authorities across the country.
Elephant & Castle opens soon for Consultation
by Stickyboard
1st December 2011
Public consultation on the Elephant and Castle supplementary planning document (SPD) starts soon on Thursday 27 December 2011 and runs until 5pm on Tuesday 7 February 2012.
George Condo Short Stories Competition
6th March 2012
The George Condo: Mental States Short Stories Competition is now OPEN! We are inviting you to create 300 word short pieces of fiction, inspired by George Condo’s outlandish yet heart-rending paintings, and will be judged by George Condo and Hayward Gallery Director, Ralph Rugoff. The winning entrant will receive limited edition George Condo: Mental States [...]
Bestselling authors to celebrate the opening of Canada Water library
by Stickyboard
22nd November 2011
Canada Water library opens at 10am on 28 November 2011 and we have some big names lined up to help us celebrate.
Industrial diesel tanks discovered during clean up at Burgess Park
by Stickyboard
16th November 2011
Two disused industrial tanks have been discovered buried deep in the ground in Burgess Park by Southwark Council while carrying out a major redevelopment of the site.
Remembrance Day
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
Southwark remembered their war heroes at a remembrance service held at the Old Municipal offices yesterday morning.
Southwark nomination for Social Worker of the Year 2011 Awards
by Stickyboard
14th November 2011
Southwark has been nominated in the 'Team Leader of the Year' category for the Social Worker of the Year 2011 Awards.
Disruption on Tooley Street
by Stickyboard
14th November 2011
Southern Gas Network (SGN) will be carrying out a gas main renewal on Duke Street Hill and Tooley Street from Borough High Street to Stainer Street. These works will commence on Monday 14 November 2011 and will last until mid February 2012.
Early glimpse of London’s first inner-city waste and recycling facility in action
by Stickyboard
11th November 2011
One of the most advanced waste and recycling centres in Europe is now up and running.
Thousands enjoy Guy Fawkes Night
by Stickyboard
8th November 2011
Thousands of people descended on Southwark Park to celebrate Guy Fawkes Night on Saturday.
Southwark celebrates scholarship student achievements
by Stickyboard
8th November 2011
Southwark council chiefs have paid tribute to the six local students who secured a place on its unique Scholarship Scheme.
Southwark to play its part on the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Route
by Stickyboard
7th November 2011
Southwark’s been unveiled as part of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Route.
£1.88m of funding now available with Southwark Council’s Cleaner Greener Safer programme launch.
by Stickyboard
4th November 2011
Residents and community groups are being urged to start thinking about their neighbourhood and how they want to improve it, as Southwark Council’s Cleaner Greener Safer Programme gets underway.
Affordable Housing SPD
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
The 2011 Affordable housing SPD is being updated
Residential design standards SPD adopted
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
The residential design standards SPD has been adopted by cabinet.
PNAAP consultation and the next step
by Stickyboard
22nd November 2011
The next stage of the Peckham and Nunhead Area Action Plan is being prepared for February 2012.
Consultation satisfaction survey
by Stickyboard
15th November 2011
Planning policy is undertaking a survey on the effectiveness of our consultation over the past 12 months.
GSCE and equivalent results continue to improve for Southwark
by Stickyboard
2nd November 2011
Southwark pupils are continuing to improve at GCSE and equivalent level with almost 60% now achieving five or more A* to C grades including English and Maths, new figures released last week show.
GSCE and equivalent results continue to improve for Southwark
by Stickyboard
4th November 2011
Southwark pupils are continuing to improve at GCSE and equivalent level with almost 60% now achieving five or more A* to C grades including English and Maths, new figures released last week show.
Southwark questions need for Thames Water "super-sewer"
by Stickyboard
31st October 2011
Southwark Council today backed an independent commission questioning the need for plans by Thames Water to build a £3.6bn "super-sewer" across London.
Island
6th February 2012
National Theatre Learning presents this absorbing new play from Nicky Singer, author of the acclaimed novel Feather Boy which won the Blue Peter Book Award and was subsequently filmed by the BBC, winning a BAFTA for Best Childrenos Drama.
Can We Talk About This?
6th February 2012
A co-production with DV8 Physical Theatre, based on real voices and interviews, with leading figures from across the religious, political, cultural and social spectrum.
She Stoops to Conquer
6th February 2012
One of the great, generous-hearted and ingenious comedies of the English language, Goldsmithos She Stoops to Conquer offers a celebration of chaos, courtship and the dysfunctional family.
Moon on a Rainbow Shawl
6th February 2012
Set as returning troops from the Second World War fill the town with their raucous celebrations, Errol Johnos Moon on a Rainbow Shawl, written in 1953, depicts a vibrant, cosmopolitan world that is as harsh as it is filled with colour and warmth.
Travelling Light
6th February 2012
Antony Sher plays Jacob in a funny and fascinating tribute to the Eastern European immigrants who became major players in Hollywoodos golden age.
Southwark pays university fees for local students
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
A group of high achieving Southwark teenagers are the first students in the country to have their university tuition fees paid for by their local council.
Parents give backing to Southwark's free heatlhy school meals scheme
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Parents have given their backing to Southwark Council's free healthy school meals programme to help tackle high childhood obesity in the borough, according to a new report.
London's South Bank to undergo £3m revamp
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Work is now underway on a multi-million pound makeover to London's South Bank in time for the 2012 Games and the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, council bosses announced today.
Update on Rotherhithe Library
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Rotherhithe Library is to close permanently on Saturday, 29 October 2011 at 5pm.
Council gears up for Olympic year surge in food outlets with far reaching food safety plan
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Council to clamp down on highest risk food traders in the borough.
Young people board bus for independent travel training
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Young people from Highshore and Spa Schools boarded Southwark’s training bus last Wednesday.
Southwark launches new "In My Area" service on website
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Southwark Council has launched a new service on its website to make it easier for people to find information about their local area.
Salisbury Row public space project wins another national award
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
A project to reclaim local roads and revamp a public space into a greener, safer ‘community’, has won a prestigious National Transport Award.
Summer Reading Challenge sees record numbers in Southwark
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Over 5,000 youngsters took part in Southwark Council’s Summer Reading Challenge this year, beating all previous records.
Schools continue to improve in Southwark
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Southwark has reached the top quartile for Maths for the first time this year. The council is also above average for other subjects, according to latest figures.
Cllr. Mohamed: Southwark's new equality scheme for a fairer future
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
The diversity of our community is one of our most valued assets. Our aim is to provide opportunities to Southwark’s residents, businesses and organisations to fully engage in the community.
Synergy Theatre Project's Holloway Jones
11th October 2011
Visit the Unicorn Theatre to see Synergy Theatre Project's Holloway Jones - a play researched with ex-prisoners and young people in care.
This is an exciting and rare opportunity to see this brilliant company made up of professional actors and trained ex-prisoners address key issues relation to personal well-being, crime and responsibility from 2 -3 Nov.
Visit www.unicorntheatre.com/hollowayjones for more information.
Blackberry Trout Face
11th October 2011
Blackberry Trout Face - winner of the Brian Way Award 2010 for the UK's best new play for young people will be at the Unicorn Theatre from 22 - 26 Nov. This is a bold, gritty and funny play about young people living in exceptional circumstances for everyone aged 13+.
Visit www.unicorntheatre.com/blackberrytroutface for more information
Call Mr Robeson at the Unicorn Theatre as part of Black History Month
11th October 2011
Tayo Aluko presents 'Call Mr Robeson' at the Unicorn Theatre from 18 - 23 October as part of Black History Month.
Paul Robeson was a famous actor, singer and civil rights campaigner. Join us for a journey through Robeson's remarkable and eventful life, highlighting how his radical activism caused him to be disowned and forgotten.
Tickets are priced between £9-£11 and this production is suitable for everyone aged 12+. Visit www.unicorntheatre.com/callmrrobeson for more information.
Southwark's libraries set to stay open following major review
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
All of Southwark Council's libraries are to remain open, a report recommends today.
Civic Awards for Southwark residents 2011
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Civic Awards for Southwark residents 2011
Massive response to libraries consultation as part of wide ranging review.
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Over 5,500 people returned a survey as part of Southwark Council’s consultation in the future of the library service in the borough.
Christine Hamilton delivers meals on wheels to one of Southwark's oldest residents
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
TV personality Christine Hamilton helped deliver meals on wheels to one of Southwark's oldest residents on Monday (3 October).
Southwark Council announces winners of £2m Olympic legacy fund
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Southwark Council has unveiled the ten projects which are to receive their part of the £2m Olympics and Paralympics Legacy Fund.
LONDON BUBBLE’S SELL OUT SHOW RETURNS FOR AN AUTUMN TOUR
5th October 2011
London Bubble presents BLACKBIRDS.
14 Oct – 8pm, 15 Oct – 3pm & 8pm: The Albany, Deptford, SE8
11, 12, 13 Nov: The Pumphouse, Rotherhithe, SE16
6, 7 Jan: Canada Water Culture Space, SE16
BLACKBIRDS uses personal testimony, physical theatre, the combined skills of a large cast of Londoners, a few sugar lumps and 87 pieces of furniture, to evoke the stories and spirit of the Blitz.
“what a wonderful show, it gave me goose bumps in places!”Audience Member
Southwark rolls out recycling scheme to 35,000 homes
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Council chiefs have delivered new recycling bins to 35,000 homes across Southwark to help make it one of the greenest boroughs in London.
Southwark leads the way with Duke of Edinburgh Award programme
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Southwark is the number one local authority in London for participation in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme.
Mayor's charity launch
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Mayor of Southwark launches her two chosen charities, King's College Hospital Rhematology Department and the Southwark People Care Association.
A guide to independent travel training for parents
by Stickyboard
27th October 2011
Southwark Council’s road safety team will be hosting an Independent Travel Training Bus Awareness day on Wednesday 12 October.
Collaborators
6th February 2012
Inspired by historical fact, Collaborators embarks on a surreal journey into the fevered imagination of the writer Mikhail Bulgakov as he loses himself in a macabre and disturbingly funny relationship with Stalin.
Juno and the Paycock
6th February 2012
One of the great plays of the twentieth century, Sean OoCaseyos Juno and the Paycock offers a devastating portrait of wasted potential in a Dublin torn apart by the chaos of the Irish Civil War, 1922. A co-production with the Abbey Theatre.
The Comedy of Errors
6th February 2012
Shakespeareos furiously paced comedy will be staged in a contemporary world into which walk three prohibited foreigners who see everything for the first time.
One Man, Two Guvnors at the Adelphi Theatre
6th February 2012
The National Theatre's smash-hit production at the Adelphi Theatre until 25 February.
The Pitmen Painters
6th February 2012
Following celebrated seasons at the National Theatre and on Broadway, Lee Hall's The Pitmen Painters will at last enjoy a West End season at the Duchess Theatre.
Choreographing Community - FREE Adults Dance Project
by Arts Odyssey
31st August 2011
Arts Odyssey is looking for enthusiastic adults to participate in a FREE 8 week choreographic dance project. No experience required! Contact louisa@artsodyssey.co.uk for more information
Ether 2011: Digital artist Klaus Obermaier on revamping The Rite of Spring
6th March 2012
Klaus Obermaier, digital artist behind The Rite of spring in 3D, in conversation with Southbank Centre’s Head of Contemporary Culture, Gillian Moore. GM: How have you managed to integrate a live dancer, live orchestra and screen? KO: Stereo cameras and a complex computer system transfer the dancer Julia Mach to a virtual three-dimensional space. Time layers [...]
Stickyboard Southwark is open for business!
by Stickyboard
31st August 2011
Come join the noticeboard as a user, community group or even small business to share news, events and connect! Let the Southwark fun begin.
Imagine Children’s Festival visual identity
6th March 2012
Our annual Children’s Festival Imagine starts at Southbank Centre this month for three weeks. Here are illustrator Spencer Wilson’s designs for the Imagine visual identity. Headlining Imagine Children’s Festival is the star of the US family-music scene, Dan Zanes and Friends. See Dan Zanes and Friends as part of Imagine Children’s Festival at Southbank Centre’s Queen [...]
War Horse in the West End
6th February 2012
The National Theatre's smash hit is now playing at the New London Theatre in Drury Lane.