What happened when one London borough became the capital’s Borough of Culture?
Wandsworth has looked back on its year as London’s Borough of Culture 2025 after celebrations ended with a bang.
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Exciting plans unveiled for community garden in heart of Roehampton
A new community garden in Roehampton Methodist Church is set to take root in the heart of Roehampton.
Council takes over popular south London lido after operator collapse
Lambeth Council will take control of Brockwell Lido after its current operator went into administration.
Playwright becomes first patron of Camden People’s Theatre
Tooting-born playwright Ryan Calais Cameron, known for the Olivier‑nominated For Black Boys…, has been appointed the first patron of Camden People’s Theatre.
19 new London family hubs offering free stay and play sessions
Families across London struggling with the cost of living can save money on services including free stay and play sessions for babies and young children.
Playwright becomes first patron of Camden People’s Theatre
Tooting-born playwright Ryan Calais Cameron, known for the Olivier‑nominated For Black Boys…, has been appointed the first patron of Camden People’s Theatre.
London set for ‘the biggest ever summer for al fresco dining’ with £400k boost
The Mayor of London has launched a £400,000 Summer Streets fund to support extended opening hours and more al fresco dining ahead of the World Cup.
New London-wide scheme set to save families money on school uniforms
A new London‑wide School Uniform Reuse Network has been launched to help families access affordable second‑hand uniforms and reduce clothing waste.
Free school meals scheme helps unlock nearly £50m for disadvantaged pupils
London’s free school meals scheme has unlocked almost £50m in pupil premium and Ever 6 funding after identifying more than 20,200 unregistered eligible pupils.
London schools to expand nurseries to help reduce cost of childcare
34 London schools will get funding to open or grow nurseries as part of a £45m national rollout, cutting childcare costs and easing the strain on working parents.