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Lambeth Council has set out its next steps for its ambitious plans to make the borough’s neighbourhoods safer and healthier for all, especially local children, the vulnerable and the elderly.

Lambeth has some of the country’s most polluted air, lacks outdoor space for exercise and socialising for the many local people who live in flats, and dangerous roads resulting in too many people getting injured.

The Labour MP for Clapham and Brixton Hill, Bell Ribeiro-Addy, did not take part in the Parliamentary vote on the Conservative motion to block plans to means-test the Winter Fuel Allowance.

In a statement, Ribeiro-Addy explained her absence, saying:

“I’m unable to attend today’s vote on winter fuel payment cuts, but I’d like to place my opposition on record. The Tories left the country in a dire economic state. But it is wrong to place the burden on the most vulnerable, who have suffered so much over the last 14 years.”

The debt advice kiosk in Streatham Library offers free expert advice via video for individuals with financial difficulties or money worries.

Each kiosk is designed as a soundproof booth, ensuring conversations remain private and confidential.

This is a walk-in service, so no appointment is required.

Dates and times:

Streatham Library

London

SW16 1PN

More info here

Contact details Vincia Bennett, Library Manager

Lambeth Council has announced a major investment into leisure facilities across the borough, with £1.1 million set to be spent improving venues, including the introduction of tenpin bowling and virtual reality experiences at Brixton Rec.

The move forms part of a wider strategy aimed at boosting income and ensuring cost savings after Lambeth brought the borough’s leisure services back under its control in April 2023 under the banner of Active Lambeth.

The improvements to Brixton Rec lead the project, with the introduction of bowling lanes and immersive VR facilities.

The Streatham Free Film Festival offers an exciting range of films and events for two weeks every September and 2024 marks their 9th year. The programme kicks off on Saturday 14th September and runs until Saturday 28th with all of the films being absolutely free and the festival completely volunteer powered.

Concerns raised by residents in Streatham over issues related to HMO properties occupied by more than one household in the area have prompted Lambeth to propose a new planning control that would give the Council greater control over the creation of further such properties in two of its wards.

Taking place every Wednesday afternoon in Streatham Library is a free drop-in centre offering advice to local residents struggling to pay their bills.

The library says:

Every Wednesday a cost-of-living link worker will be onsite, providing support to residents experiencing financial hardship or having issues related to their living costs.

It will include advice on maximising incomes, minimising costs, building financial resilience, and managing debt.

Dates and times

Location

Streatham Library

London, SW16 1PN

More Info

Streatham Library’s 50+ Group meets on the last Friday of each month from 10:30am-12pm for board games, card games, quizzes, puzzles and colouring.

Billed as an opportunity for a friendly chat and to catch up with old friends and make new ones, members are expected to chip chip in £1 a meeting to cover the costs of the tea, coffee and biscuits.

They say, “Sociable new members welcome. ”

Dates and times

Location

Streatham Library

London, SW16 1PN

Contact details

Vincia Bennett, Library Manager

The Dr Bike crew are inviting you to bring along your misfiring bicycle to the corner of Leigham Ave and Leigham Court Road in Streatham on Tuesday, 23rd July 2024 for some free TLC and attention.

They’ll be onsite, spannered up and ready to crank some axles and tweak some cables from 4pm to 7pm.

If your bike needs help, just turn up and the Dr Bike team will be happy to attend to errant gear shifts, wobbly handlebars, broken brakes and more, and the service is absolutely free of charge.

Here’s what their website says about what they do:

The Crown & Sceptre has announced a series of live music Thursday nights, starting this week.

Here’s what’s coming up:

Thursday, 18th July – Typical Daydream

Typical Daydream kicks off our series with their vibrant alt-rock sound on the 18th of July. Get ready to be swept away by their energetic performance!

Thursday, 25th July – Funk Buddies

Funk Buddies take the stage on the 25th of July, bringing their infectious funk grooves that are sure to get you moving.

Thursday, 1st August – The Alternators