More questions than answers about Castle Cinema Catford
Lewisham council's surprising response to my freedom of information request suggests they were premature with their announcement about the "community-owned" cinema.
Community
Policy designed by us: it's time to reimagine Access to Work
Carmen Yau and Clare Williams, like many other disabled service users, are facing increasing difficulties in claiming Access to Work funding from the DWP. They have a vision of something better.
Gail Bradbrook: 'true community' and building the Lifehouse
Dr Gail Bradbrook, co-founder of Extinction Rebellion, kicked off the green strand of the Telegraph Hill Festival by introducing the Lifehouse model for community resilience in the face of environmental crisis.
Lewisham council and UCKG: survivor's complaint dismissed, but safeguarding concerns remain
The investigation found that mayor Brenda Dacres and councillor Kim Powell had not breached the council code of conduct, but survivors say safeguarding concerns about the council's dealings with UCKG are 'unresolved'.
The Greening of the Telegraph Hill Festival
The festival's 'green strand' brings together a wide range of events, including guest chefs, upcycling, repair and gardening workshops, with an opening address from XR co-founder Gail Bradbrook.
The Lewisham residents who open their home to refugees
Across Lewisham, people are offering their spare rooms to host refugees through UK charity Refugees at Home, which matches people seeking sanctuary with those willing to open their homes and help them rebuild their lives.
£1bn government investment in community energy will 'drive down' bills across London
The government's Local Power Plan means that community groups can now bid for funding to generate clean energy. Kate Parker, co-chair of South East London community energy (Selce) welcomes the scheme.