Lambeth Council’s Brixton Hill Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) scheme has had transformative effect on traffic volumes The Brixton Hill LTN was introduced in September 2023 through an Experimental Traffic Order which we want to replace with a new permanent traffic order The experimental scheme used traffic filters to restrict certain vehicles from entering the LTN while ensuring all premises remain accessible by motor vehicles There will be no changes to the physical layout of the LTN or existing access to local streets A 30-minute waiting time in Lyham Road has also been introduced to limit the number of vehicles parking at the kerbside and new bin sheds on New Park Road have been installed to make waste management simpler and less visible Launched as part of the borough’s Low Traffic Neighbourhood programme Brixton Hill LTN aimed at reducing through-traffic and motor vehicle speeds The Council is now looking to make the scheme permanent following evidence collected during monitoring of a range of effects in the local area Cycling has surged, with increases of 27% across the LTN, including an 82% rise on Lambert Road. Air quality impacts have also been positive, with negligible changes in sensitive areas and moderate improvements on Brixton Hill. Across the borough, air quality is improving the Council made adjustments during the trial such as creating a new loading bay and revising parking spaces near traffic filters balancing accessibility with traffic reduction goals These exemptions will continue in the permanent scheme cabinet member for Sustainable Lambeth and Clean Air said: “Brixton Hill LTN has been a great success and the effects are clear There are now fewer vehicle journeys overall and a significant increase in the number of people walking “Lambeth Council is transforming streets across the borough to make them safer The Brixton Hill LTN is a great example of how working with local communities can achieve benefits for everyone.” Get email updates about things happening in Lambeth Explore our topics and pick the ones that matter to you updates and opportunities and stay updated on what's happening in Lambeth The ruthless 67 mob is said to have taken its name from the telephone code for their south London neighbourhood from which many associates hail News | Crime Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice the 24-year-old shot dead by Met Police marksman Martyn Blake was a member of the notorious Brixton Hill-based 67 collective They are considered one of London’s most dangerous street gangs and Kaba, according to police, was a core member. This is a significant departure from how friends presented him at the time of his killing in 2022 where it was said that he was much-loved family man and father-to-be working in construction More time for HGV firms to fit 'blind spot' safety kits despite cyclist concerns Home Office launches new charter in ‘crackdown’ on insurance fraud Key mineral importers to get more cash help at the Budget London councils now spend £4million a day on housing homeless Its arch rival was “17 gang” from the nearby Wandsworth Road area which took its name from the date 17-year-old Jordan Malutshi was fatally stabbed in a bar in the early hours of July 1 who was shot in the legs at Oval Space nightclub by gangster Kaba six days before he was shot dead by armed officer Mr Blake in Streatham Kaba was trying to ram his way past police cars using an Audi Q8 when Mr Blake fired a single shot The Audi he was driving when he was killed had been linked to three previous gun incidents However, despite many Londoners believing it is right to hold Sergeant Blake to account, politicians are debating whether he should have been charged with murder and would that have happened if Kaba was a terrorist he killed in the line of duty Met Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley says his officers believe campaign groups can influence the legal backlash from the Crown Prosecution Service and Independent Office for Police Conduct in a way “that leads to something that’s unbalanced and lasts forever” Before Mr Blakes’s trial began in earnest, Mr Justice Goss sitting at the Old Bailey ruled that none of Kaba’s connection with gangs should be told to jurors the jury took a little over three hours on Monday to clear Mr Blake they sent a note to the judge asking for permission also to pass comment Kaba had six criminal convictions but graduated from knife to gun crime as he got older was for possession of a kitchen blade after a large fight he was convicted of wounding with intent and sentenced to two years in a Young Offenders’ Institution A burglary conviction for the “steaming” of a mobile phone shop in 2013 resulted in a youth rehabilitation order Kaba and three friends - including music producer Connel Bamgboye were involved in a gang-motivated knife attack was targeted in Carphone Warehouse on Streatham High Road The victim suffered multiple stab wounds and a broken arm dog chain and belts were used during the daylight brawl Kaba was convicted of affray and given a one-year training and detention order Kaba was stabbed himself at his own 19th birthday party when rivals to the Brixton Hill gang launched an attack on unlicensed music event in Romford while Bamgboye and another person were shot as part of the bloody turf war Kaba refused to co-operate with police attempting to find the perpetrators Kaba was released from custody after being sentenced to four years for possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence He fired a sawn-off shotgun outside a party in Canning Town in the early hours of December 30 He was sentenced at Snaresbrook Crown Court in January 2019 a conviction for possession of a knife and failing to stop for police led to a five-month suspended sentence As the Standard reported in September 2022 obtained a 28-day domestic violence protection order barring him from contacting her on social media or entering her street in Battersea Ms Waite’s mother Kim Alleyne said at the time of her future son-in-law: “He was so loved Dozens of protesters gathered outside court with Kaba’s family after Mr Blake was cleared His mother Helen Lumuanganu had applied for her son’s background to remain secret pending an inquest In a statement issued by campaign group Inquest Kaba’s family said they would “continue fighting for Chris Defence barrister Patrick Gibbs KC had said if Kaba had not been fatally shot by Mr Blake he would have been tried in court for attempted murder whose passport was found in the Audi on the night Kaba was shot was sentenced to five and half years in prison over the Brandon Malutshi shooting on August 30 got 10 years for wounding with intent and Marcus Pottinger Kaba had travelled to Hackney in the Audi but made his getaway in a Range Rover The Audi was driven away by Bell who parked it outside his home for Kaba to pick up in the morning The first shotgun incident to which the Audi was linked was on May 22 in Bromley It involved the same type of gun used in a shooting on September 4 and was still outstanding when Kaba was killed the court heard in the absence of the jury Jurors were only told of the third shooting incident in which the Audi had been involved outside a primary school in Brixton the night before Mr Blake shot Kaba Three hooded figures had targeted two unidentified victims and made off in the Audi and another vehicle shotgun or victims had been found at the time the Audi was spotted and followed on the fateful night Mr Gibbs suggested Kaba could have been one of the hooded attackers in the Brixton shooting police discovered a balaclava in his pocket and gunshot residue on his sleeve Tit-for-tat violence is the stock in trade for London’s gang scene and the 67 gang was the most violent one in the Lambeth area Mr Gibbs had argued that Mr Blake was well aware of the escalating tension between Kaba’s 67 gang and its rivals before the police stop prompted by the identification of an Audi linked to a shooting incident in Brixton the night before “It’s the most dangerous gang in south London A police report stated: “67 is an identifiable street gang that are in an active and violent dispute with a rival faction of street gangs in Lambeth “This dispute has encompassed numerous firearms discharges the narrative for this dispute has played out in gang-related musical content since 2014 “67 gang and those affiliated to the group are embedded in a culture of drug supply The author of the report concluded: “It is my firm belief 67 have been and remain the highest harm street gang in Lambeth and that they continue to present serious risk to harm to those individuals and groups they are in opposition with or have had issues with.” 2023 was presented at a hearing to decide whether Mr Blake should be tried anonymously under his cypher NX121 because of the threat of gang reprisals over Kaba’s death The author drew on experiences since 2008 of monitoring reviewing and researching historical and contemporary events involving street gangs and individuals efforts to supress gang-related violence in Lambeth and work to divert young people away from gangs Kaba was also listed as a former member of the separate 67 drill rap collective which first rose to fame around 2014 then championed by Tim Westwood and even nominated for a Music of Black Origin Award It was among the first of its kind to enjoy mainstream popularity and chart success the Brixton Hill group had appeared to distance itself from street gang violence In an interview published in the Evening Standard group member Dimzy said: “If they’re gonna say music makes people do things then they should say the same about movies.” added: “We rap about violence because we’re from a violent background We’re leaving that world and taking people with us.” there were signs that Kaba too was receptive to change from his last conversation with a friend who spoke to him on the phone minutes before he was shot said he was “calm” and agreed with her when she gave him advice as an older person Local MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy said “there was a lot of pain anger and hurt” at the acquittal in Lambeth a borough that has “the lowest confidence in police in London” She added: “So many black men have faced harm “I understand [police] have a complex job with extreme pressures Black people are over-policed as citizens and under-policed as victims.” Prince Louis steals the show at VE Day parade as he keeps dad William looking sharp and mimics brother George Prince Louis steals show with sweet antics at VE parade VE Day 2025 fashion: best looks from the day VE Day 2025 fashion: Princess of Wales to Lady Victoria Starmer UK tourists face major travel shake-up as Dubai airport set to close Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in major blow for Putin ahead of Victory Day celebrations Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in blow for Putin David Beckham’s 50th birthday bash in London 'shut down' by council over noise complaints David Beckham’s 50th birthday bash 'shut down' over noise complaints The victim of a fatal assault in Brixton Hill has been named as police continue to appeal for witnesses and information Police say the body found at 6.55am on Monday July 12 in New Park Road is that of Mauricio Nascimento Although he has not been formally identified they believe the victim is the man also known as ‘Maurice’ His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers A post-mortem examination held at Greenwich Mortuary has given a provisional cause of death as multiple injuries said: “Myself and my team are keen to hear from anyone who can shed light on the circumstances surrounding Mauricio’s death “If you saw him at any time between the evening of Sunday or if you have information about what happened to him but have not yet spoken with police please do get in touch.” Four men have been arrested on suspicion of his murder during the course of the investigation has since been released with no further action A 45-year-old arrested two days later has been bailed to return in mid August A 28-year-old was arrested last Thursday (July 29) on suspicion of murder but has been released on bail to return on a date in late August Anyone with any information should call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 We'll never send you spam or share your email address Find out more in our Privacy Policy Please enter your username or email address to reset your password Following a recent TfL consultation it will operate between Camberwell High Street and Morden The first bus stop on the north of the route will be Denmark Hill/Camberwell Green It will no longer run between Camberwell Green and Elephant and Castle Buses that will continue to run from these areas to the hospital include the 40 The 45 will also no longer stop between Brixton Hill and Clapham Park, which will instead be served by the changes to bus route 59 More information about the changes can be found on the TfL’s website The new Long-Acting Reversible Contraception Services (LARC) Hub at 1a Raleigh Gardens on Brixton Hill offers the improvements to healthcare that the women of Lambeth asked for The service opens this week to provide the health services the women of Lambeth asked for Lambeth’s Cabinet member for Healthier Communities Lambeth asked people in the borough how we could improve contraception services The most-needed changes were more appointments available for coil and implant fittings appointments and consultations available outside of traditional clinic hours and easy and clear booking systems” “Workshops with Black African and Black Caribbean young adults from Lambeth were also part of the information gathered and revealed the need for more trusted information and conversations about contraception” “Many people also said they wished more GPs would offer contraception services as they prefer this to going to a sexual health clinic Local clinicians also highlighted the need for a local training programme for GPs and nurses.”   Since 2023 we have been working to improve the contraception offer across Lambeth Including increasing appointments available at the weekends We have also made coil appointments available for HRT treatment and for non-contraceptive reasons at the GP We would like to take this opportunity to thank the GP Federation for its partnership work on improving access to contraception The refreshed LARC Service Hub is designed to continue to meet those needs identified by residents in engagement exercises The Hub will provide training opportunities for local clinicians interested in becoming LARC Fitters and appointments for patients whose GP does not offer LARC services Lambeth council wants to make a Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) scheme permanent believing it is delivering better air quality from an overall decrease in traffic which the council now wants to replace with a new permanent traffic order Launched as part of the borough’s Low Traffic Neighbourhood programme Brixton Hill LTN aimed at reducing through-traffic and vehicle speeds to improve air quality the local authority says it has seen a 58 per cent decrease in traffic within the LTN and an 83 per cent drop in vehicles exceeding speed limits within the neighbourhood with increases of 27 per cent across the LTN including an 82 per cent rise on Lambert Road – at the epicentre of the target area and other essential users have been included in the scheme and would remain if the LTN becomes permanent “Lambeth council is transforming streets across the borough to make them safer The Brixton Hill LTN is a great example of how working with local communities can achieve benefits for everyone.” Pictured top: Residential Lambert Road is a focal point for the Brixton Hill LTN (Picture: Google Street View) Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" We use cookies to make sure we give you the best experience possible. 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Here in Brixton, the buzzing heart of south London news is sinking in that a police officer has been cleared of murdering an unarmed Black man in the borough Read moreSpeaking outside Brixton station the morning after a jury took three hours to return a not guilty verdict against Met officer Blake Carlton Warren said the verdict was “shocking” There’s nothing you can do,” the 64-year-old added “It’s frustration you feel more than anything But we’re living in perilous times – it’s going to get worse before it gets better.” Carlton Warren outside Brixton underground station has never had a bad encounter with police in London But in the 15 months he’s been in the country he’s heard so many stories about “Black people being stopped and searched without a report of them being involved in anything” that he says he’s “not really surprised” by Chris Kaba’s story The video producer says that even before he arrived in the UK from Nigeria “I feel like that’s the mindset that young Black people hold Distrust for the police and an expectation that they will be unfair.” On a street near the Ritzy Picturehouse, Isaiah Nature, 52, questioned why lethal force was necessary. “Even though [Chris Kaba] was known as a violent man Isaiah Nature in Brixton Photograph: Jill Mead/The GuardianBut while Isaiah was insistent that the shooting “wasn’t justified” he added: “The police officer is doing his job – you obey the law The police officers know him as a gunman and a troublemaker – [If I’m a police officer] I’ve got to make sure I’m safe Details of Kaba’s past offending were not put before the jury in the murder trial at the Old Bailey because the judge at the point he pulled the trigger on 5 September 2022 did not know these details and did not know who was in the Audi Q8 which police believed was linked to a firearms incident the night before Walking back from a Jamaican bakery on Coldharbour Lane was adamant that “justice hasn’t been served” She was sad for a family who have lost a son and incredulous at the idea police can’t “stop a situation” like Chris Kaba’s without resorting to lethal force because it’s just down the road from me,” she said I have got kids and I’m teaching them how to react [if they get stopped] I think if it was a Caucasian person bringing up kids In this situation [Chris Kaba] didn’t have a gun I think if it had been a Caucasian guy sitting in the car Free daily newsletterOur morning email breaks down the key stories of the day telling you what’s happening and why it matters “I understand [police] have a complex job with extreme pressures, but no one is above the law. Black people are over-policed as citizens and under-policed as victims.” The MP added that the work of neighbourhood officers “working hard to rebuild trust” had been “hampered by a response unit”. Meanwhile, race relations activist Lee Jasper, a former policing director for London, called for juries in such cases to hear expert evidence on institutional racism. “If the rationale is a police officer only needs a reasonable belief to fire his weapon, then it’s tantamount to a licence to kill,” he said. “This verdict will make it absolutely clear to Black communities that when it comes to the Met police, Black lives don’t matter.” This article was amended on 24 October 2024 to add the contextual information that Kaba’s criminal record was not disclosed to the jury that deliberated in the trial of Martyn Blake. WATCH: Penalties 'SURGE' as roads descend into CHAOS amid new traffic orders across the UK Drivers have been warned they risk getting hit with a £130 fine after a local authority made traffic orders in the area permanent Lambeth Council revealed that it would make its Low Traffic Neighbourhood in Brixton permanent citing environmental benefits as the leading factor was being trialled by the council to help limit the number of cars in the area after receiving positive results from the scheme the council has made the decision to stick with the measures Do you have a story you'd like to share? Get in touch by emailingmotoring@gbnews.uk Lambeth Council introduced the LTN in September 2023 The council explained that under the new measures there will be no changes to the physical layout of the LTN or existing access to local streets The only addition will be the inclusion of a 30-minute waiting limit on Lyham Road to help reduce the number of vehicles parking at the kerbside The positive results from the council report highlighted how the LTN contributed to a 58 per cent decrease in traffic within the area as well as an overall four per cent net traffic reduction It also contributed to an 83 per cent drop in vehicles exceeding speed limits within the neighbourhood while also promoting cycling across the region Councillor Rezina Chowdhury said: “Brixton Hill LTN has been a great successand the effects are clear But responses to the council decision have been mixed with many drivers furious over the continued punishment scheme drivers can be fined £130 for travelling in the area without an exemption although this can reduced by half if paid early the only vehicles exempt from charges include emergency services One person shared on Facebook: “I live near an LTN the traffic they cause on the main roads is ridiculous People living on the main roads including kids don't seem to matter.” Someone else shared that the LTN is “a complete joke” They added: "Cost of fuel is still rising.. We now have through traffic and idiots driving above the speed limit don’t consult all the residents or give a hoot who they inconvenience another local resident who lives on an estate near the south circular road claimed they were being forced to travel an extra mile to get home They claimed: "To add to this the traffic and congestion on the south circular now is insane I worry daily about what this level of pollution is doing to our toddler her bedroom window is less than 50 metres from the south circular… who do we complain to? I honestly just don’t understand how this can work." residents in Lambeth launched a petition entitled "Remove LTNS on Kingswood Road New Park Road Entrance and Surrounding Roads" At its peak the petition received more than 1,200 signatures Visit Lambeth Archives’ free art exhibition presented by Nigeria Magazine and the Adesuwa Women Art Collection and featuring historic and Contemporary African Women Lambeth Archives at 16 Brixton Hill are hosting the “Showcasing Historic and Contemporary African Women” exhibition curated by Kede and Esosa Aihie and presented by Nigeria Magazine and the Adesuwa Women Art Collection This inspiring event celebrates the remarkable achievements and contributions of African women The exhibition is in the Olive Morris room of Lambeth Archive’s new purpose-built space at 16 Brixton Hill SW2 1ET and has already inspired more local artists not just to stop and look but to come in and ask about exhibiting their own work in Lambeth Archives’ space It is open to the end of August 2024 during Archives opening hours: Monday 13.00-20.00 will feature ‘Shakespeare in Lambeth’ as part of the borough’s month-long Heritage festival third and fourth folio collections of Shakespeare’s plays and posters and photos from performances at the Old Vic (header picture  – portraits by Melody Osagie) A South London MP has been selected as one of 32 new Trade Envoys appointed by the Trade Secretary to drive UK exports and investment Clapham and Brixton Hill MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy will build on the UK’s relations with Ghana helping UK businesses to take advantage of the opportunities arising from global trade Bell Ribeiro-Addy MP said: “In recent years Ghana has been one of the fastest-growing economies in the world “I’m looking forward to representing the UK on the global stage and working to strengthen ties boost trade and find new opportunities for collaboration between our nations.” have been assigned markets across six continents to identify trade and investment opportunities for businesses and champion the UK as a destination for investment Trade Envoys are appointed on their ability relevant skills and experience with their respective markets or UK sector knowledge Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds said:  “Trade and investment are key to delivering economic growth the number one mission of this Government and a key part of our Plan for Change “That’s why I’ve launched a new team of Trade Envoys expertise and knowledge to unlock new markets around the world for British businesses drumming up investment into the UK and ultimately driving economic growth.” Pictured top: Clapham and Brixton Hill MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Picture: UK Parliament) The Met have launched a murder investigation after a 30-year-old man was knifed to death in the early hours of yesterday morning Cops were called to reports of a man suffering a stab injury in Brixton Road Police and London Ambulance Service (LAS) crews attended but the man was pronounced dead at the scene A LAS spokeswoman said: “We sent a number of resources to the scene including an ambulance crew and a paramedic in a fast response car We also dispatched a trauma team in a car from London’s Air Ambulance “The first paramedic arrived in less than one minute “Despite the best efforts of our crews to save his life a man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.” The victim’s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers A crime scene at the junction with Coldharbour Lane remains in place A man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder He was later released with no further action in relation to the murder but remains under investigation for handling stolen goods said: “My thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends at this devastating time “I understand the shock and concern this incident will have on the Brixton community “My team are already working diligently to gather evidence and establish what led to this tragedy I would ask any local residents with concerns to speak to officers at the scene or to their local neighbourhood policing teams “If you have any information that could assist this investigation I would urge you to get in contact immediately I am particularly keen to speak to anyone who was in the area between 04.45hrs and 06.00hrs and may have seen something.” Cops say enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing posted on X: “I’m devastated that a young man lost his life in a stabbing on Coldharbour Lane in my constituency this morning “My thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim.” Bell Ribeiro-Addy also took to social media in the aftermath of the stabbing The Labour MP for Clapham and Brixton posted: “Deeply saddened to hear that a man was stabbed to death in Brixton in the early hours of this morning “A large stretch of Coldharbour Lane is closed whilst investigations continue with significant traffic along Brixton Hill as a result Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD843/20Mar You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 Pictured top: Forensic officers at the scene in Brixton Road, Brixton, yesterday after a man died from stab injuries (Picture: PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo) Celebrate the history and heritage of our borough throughout September with Lambeth’s Heritage Festival organised by Lambeth Archives and the Lambeth Local History Forum Lambeth’s Heritage Festival takes place throughout September and brings together over 80 different events and activities celebrating the history and heritage of our borough Lambeth Cabinet Member for Stronger Communities said: “I am passionate to ensure that the history of Lambeth’s people and places is shared widely with residents and other Londoners as well as using it to help connect local people with the opportunities and challenges in Lambeth today” The festival covers just about every historical and geographical perspective: Discover history on your doorstep will also use the festival to celebrate the return to Lambeth of three Shakespeare folios on loan to the The Shakespeare in Lambeth exhibition highlights key Shakespeare moments in Lambeth’s theatres: from Richard III performed on horseback at Astley’s Amphitheatre where the horse through to Lilian Baylis’s revival of Shakespeare at the Old Vic during the First World War on to more recent innovative productions at the National Theatre Keep an eye on Lambeth for news of a surprise visit from one of our best-loved actors reading from the Shakespeare folio Police from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit are asking for witnesses to come forward following a fatal collision in Brixton October 1 following reports of a collision involving a tow truck and a pedestrian the London Ambulance Service and London’s Air Ambulance attended the scene in Brixton Road near the junction with Handforth Road The pedestrian was first hit by the tow truck The driver of the car stopped at the scene Her next of kin were informed and are being supported by specialist officers who was arrested for failing to stop at the scene of an accident and causing death by dangerous driving reference CAD 6064/01Oct24 or call the witness number on 020 8285 1574 Pictured top: Brixton Road – where the October tragedy occurred (Picture: Google Street View) For best viewing experience of this website Please enter a place name in the search bar After provisionally the warmest May Day on record in the UK higher than average temperatures will subside over the weekend Environment Agency Updated: 04:40 (UTC+1) on Tue 6 May 2025 it will turn increasingly cloudy from off the North Sea Some bright or sunny spells developing by evening Staying dry with some lengthy clear skies overnight Turning chilly with a touch of grass frost in places Largely dry with variable amounts of cloud and bright or sunny spells on Wednesday with variable amounts of cloud and bright or sunny spells throughout the period Dry across the vast majority of the UK with clear or sunny spells but also some patchy cloud Cloud will likely thicken across the far north and northwest during the weekend with some outbreaks of rain for a time There is also a small risk of some heavy showers in the far south or southwest high pressure will be dominant across the UK This will bring predominantly fine and dry weather for the majority of places Temperatures are likely to be slightly above normal for the time of year although there is a chance of some cold nights Fairly typical weather for the time of year is most likely through this period fine and dry weather is more likely to dominate although this will be interspersed with occasional spells of rain and showers with a risk of heavy rain and thunderstorms in places temperatures will most likely be near to or slightly above average The man who fatally stabbed the brother of Grammy award-winning rapper 21 Savage in a South East London housing estate has been sentenced to ten years in jail Tyrece Fuller, 22 from Kennington was found guilty of the manslaughter of Terrell Davis-Emmons, 27, following a week-and-a-half long trial at Inner London Crown Court The court heard that CCTV captured the attack on Terrell which happened on the evening of 22 November 2020 Terrell is seen on CCTV approaching Tyrece and hugging him near Ramilles Close, Brixton Hill An altercation then broke out between the two in which both men brandish knives at each other and appeared to be walking in opposite directions CCTV captured Tyrece pulling out a six-inch knife and stabbing Terrell once in the chest before running away Police officers and paramedics rushed to the scene Tyrece had previously told the court he owed Terrell £800 in gambling debt and that the 27-year-old had threatened him Terrell’s brother Shéyaa Bin Abraham-Joseph posted an emotional Instagram post about the loss of his brother Detective Chief Inspector Kate Kieran said: “I would firstly like to say my thoughts are with Terrell’s family as they continue to come to terms with the tragic events of the past year “The events of November 22 clearly demonstrate the dangers of carrying a knife The Met will continue to clamp down on violence in all its forms so we see no more young men losing their lives on our streets.” Tyrece Fuller was sentenced to ten years’ imprisonment for manslaughter and three years for possession of an offensive weapon Lambeth Council has published data showing a significant fall in traffic volumes and the number of motorists breaking the the speed limit since the launch of the Brixton Hill low traffic neighbourhood trial The council’s Stage 1 Monitoring Report has now been published online using data collected since the launch of the Brixton Hill LTN trial in September 2023 The report shows that Brixton Hill LTN is meeting the strategic objectives of the Climate Action Plan Transport Strategy and is in line with the Lambeth 2030 Borough Plan by reducing the levels of traffic within the LTN area and boundary roads when considered together Before and after traffic data has been collected to assess the impact of the trial LTN and it shows that: Following the feedback from residents and businesses the council will be making some changes within the LTN The council will install new bins in the kerbside to alleviate clutter introduce more planters to make the area more pleasant and will increase parking enforcement after complaints by those who need parking spaces The council will also be planting and replacing trees in New Park Road and installing strengthened protections for them as dangerous driving has destroyed many of the existing stock said: “The LTNs have been introduced to our London borough to make the areas safer more sustainable and so that residents can live happier shows that LTNs are traffic reduction schemes When you give people conditions for safe walking and cycling “The 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London from old fashioned boozers to craft beer champions Brixton is well known as a great place for late-night party action But its pubs double as cosy daytime venues Discover great places to enjoy a drink in our list of Brixton’s best boozers – from old fashioned watering holes that have stood the test of time to modern gastropubs where the craft beer line-up is just as appealing.  RECOMMENDED: The best breweries and taprooms in London.  Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! Nina PaivaA Brixton staple with a huge beer garden the Duke of Edinburgh ticks all of the boxes of a classic pub If you’re in the mood for a great tasting brew - who isn’t - why not try one on tap from the very local and incredibly good Brixton Brewery soul food with Afro-Caribbean flavour takes centre stage 3 out of 5 starsRecommendedFour-pint pitchers of Red Stripe two pull-down screens for sports – this is a real home from home for many Brixtonians and an Afro-Caribbean community hub Don’t miss the pub’s live jazz nights 4 out of 5 starsRecommended© Richard HealdThat the people behind the light modern Florence care about beer is obvious from the phenomenal range on offer and the helpful tasting notes on all the pumps Scotch eggs and sausage rolls are readily on offer to line stomachs and their events calendar is well populated; DJ nights every Friday and Saturday and sip and paint nights happen monthly for budding artists.  3 out of 5 starsRecommendedThe large airy pub has an outdoor terrace and plenty of room for pushchairs making it a great choice as the evenings draw out Good food at good prices is a strong selling point for the boozer why not try one of their life drawing sessions or rather less naked pub quizzes their outdoor kitchen serves up a cracking BBQ menu - pair with a craft local brew and you’re onto a winner 3 out of 5 starsRecommendedThe White Horse is a well liked boozer on Brixton Hill with generous opening hours It’s all slightly clubby yet laid-back DJs provide the tune every Friday and Saturday night Their happy hour on weekdays - 4-6pm - is prime time to unload work woes over a cheap pint 3 out of 5 starsRecommendedOn a charmingly old-fashioned square backing the main drag of Brixton you'll find this Young's pub It's primed for slightly more peaceful pre-gig pints in an old-timey setting Round the back you’ll find a fire pit in the garden perfect for those (far too regular) chilly evenings © Michael FrankeThis smart pub with a long bar has one of the mightiest beer selections around Visiting at off-peak times will allow you to spend time Googling the niche breweries which feature among the many brews on tap and in bottle (or asking the lovely staff) It’s one of the only pubs with a menu that boasts a sausage platter among other hearty grub offerings If you find yourself searching for a watering hole north of the river 4 out of 5 starsRecommended© Alys TomlinsonThe Commercial is a pleasurable pub in which to spend some time mixing old-fashioned pub culture with new school pub cooking and a comparatively enlightened approach to beer On draught you’ll find an enviable range of craft beers rotating daily tiktokfacebooktwitteryoutubeAbout us Contact us Welcome to bdonline.co.uk. 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Read our policy By 2023-08-03T11:41:00+01:00 Rohacs Architects’ five-storey proposals include mix of apartments and houses Rohacs Architects' proposals for Brixton Hill Place The low-rise buildings at the centre of the image would be demolished to make way for Rohacs Architects' proposals The site earmarked for Rohacs Architects' Brixton Hill Place proposals is reached via a drive passing beneath a residential building Rohacs Architects has won planning permission at appeal for a 24-home scheme off Brixton Hill Road in south London that is largely hidden from view at street-level Lambeth Council planning officers had used delegated powers to reject the proposals for 20 flats and four houses created for infill specialist Platinum Land designed to replace a collection of one- and two-storey buildings previously used as offices on the 1,440sq m site at Brixton Hill Place Among officers’ concerns were harm to the Rush Common Brixton Hill Conservation Area loss of daylight to neighbouring properties which is accessed via a lane that passes underneath neighbouring homes However nine of the grounds were resolved ahead of a planning inquiry that was held last month Rohacs Architects’ proposals for Brixton Hill Place Allowing the appeal against the application’s refusal planning inspector Owen Woodwards acknowledged that Rohacs Architects’ design – which abuts neighbouring plots on three sides – was “dense” and would worsen the living conditions of some neighbours But he said the H-shaped building that rises from two storeys at its peripheries to five storeys at its highest had a footprint that was “approximately the same as the existing buildings” and had its density lessened by chamfers “It would be difficult to see the proposed building from public areas because of the intervening existing buildings but it would be appreciable from surrounding neighbours,” Woodwards said “The proposal would represent a change from a relatively modest development to a significantly taller and denser development the tallest elements of the building would be approximately the same height as the New Park Road block of flats and Kintyre Court albeit slightly above the parapet of Kintyre Court.” Woodwards said the prevailing character of the local area’s buildings was “a mixture of heights relatively haphazardly located and with little discernible consistency of character or appearance other than being part of a dense urban block with intermittent taller elements” The low-rise buildings at the centre of the image would be demolished to make way for Rohacs Architects’ proposals the proposal would not harm the character and appearance of the area site coverage and the proposed courtyard.” Woodwards said the proposals also complied with local plan policies requiring local distinctiveness to be “sustained and reinforced” and a design-led approach to “optimise site capacity and high quality design” He concluded that the proposal would have “substantial public benefits economic benefits and improved drainage” that would “significantly outweigh” a low level of less than substantial harm to the character and appearance of the conservation area The site earmarked for Rohacs Architects’ Brixton Hill Place proposals is reached via a drive passing beneath a residential building Scheme centred on Victorian facility in Portsmouth will deliver 209 flats and houses Westminster Bridge Road proposals would have been global operator’s fourth hotel in the Waterloo area Greater London Authority criticses developer for not producing any acceptable revisions during 12 months of talks The centre will contain buildings up to nine storeys in height Plans designed by Gensler for a £1bn cancer research and treatment centre in south London have been submitted for planning by developers Aviva Capital Partners and Socius Retrofit of 150 Aldersgate includes new terraces a reconfigured entrance and a public art installation Howells also scoops two awards for Birmingham office scheme and a cafe at a grade I-listed country house Site powered by Webvision Cloud Our fact checking systematically raises standards in public debate and changes the behaviour of powerful actors We’re campaigning to tackle bad information online protect our elections and improve the quality of information in public debate Our policy work aims to improve the information environment in order to protect and encourage good public debate Our technology and training work is designed to help everyone work faster and smarter We’re a team of independent fact checkers and campaigners who find A Reform UK candidate who stood for election in Clapham and Brixton Hill may not be a real person The candidate in question, Mark Matlock, stood for the party in the 4 July general election in the south London constituency of Clapham and Brixton Hill One such post shared on social media almost 6,000 times suggested that an image of Mr Matlock used on a campaign leaflet “looks AI-generated”, while a TikTok video with over 200,000 views also questioned whether he was a real candidate claiming that he had not appeared at any constituency hustings and that none of the other candidates in the constituency had met him (though the poster appears to acknowledge at the end of the video he was in fact real) Mr Matlock told the Guardian that the image on the campaign leaflet had been “altered to change my tie and suit”, and that he had undertaken a leaflet drop in the constituency, but had not attended the election count as he had pneumonia (having previously explained this in a post on X Mr Matlock has also addressed the claims about his identity on his X account—which was created during the election campaign Reform UK has denied claims that it fielded fake candidates saying: “All our candidates are categorically real a few are just paper candidates and didn’t campaign Some people began as paper candidates but then did campaign and one of these – James McMurdock in South Basildon and East Thurrock – ended up winning his seat.” Image courtesy of Alamy A mystery woman woos a prisoner on day release in a well-observed novel about shame and desire It reminds us that it is possible to be in a prison of life’s devising even when apparently surviving on the outsideSteph slips in the literal sense a prisoner coming to the end of a prison sentence (for killing his partner) does time in a local charity shop where tedious obligations include having to check jigsaw puzzles to make sure the 1,000 pieces are all present and correct He is keenly aware of Steph’s good looks but assumes that theirs is likely to be the briefest of brief encounters he keeps re-encountering her – though there is no such thing as chance in this novel She is not altogether believable because she is so busy making herself up as she goes along The question that continues to drive our curiosity is: why is she interested in Rob but we must wait for the slow-release answer This is a book driven by shame and desire – and it reminds us that it is possible to be in a prison of life’s devising even when apparently surviving on the outside The greatest pleasure is to be had in Moggach’s spot-on descriptions of south London’s architecture – prison Rob likens the prison’s wing to a cross-channel ferry: “The confinement makes you restless and unsettled as well as sort of sapped and depleted.” She is also observant about clothes I loved the description of the female visitor who strolls into the prison in furry boots but with bare legs “as if the top and bottom of her legs have read different weather reports” Moggach knows how to choreograph an ending She finishes the novel with the possibility of a new beginning – as surely as unbolting a door Brixton Hill by Lottie Moggach is published by Corsair (£14.99). To order a copy go to guardianbookshop.com This is the archive of The Observer up until 21/04/2025 The Observer is now owned and operated by Tortoise Media Lambeth Council is asking residents for their views on designs for the Brixton Hill Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) that will help reduce vehicle traffic and make the streets more pleasant places for people to live and work The council is now seeking feedback from residents and anyone works or regularly travels through the area on a series of design proposals before a trial scheme is introduced in 2023 The proposed Brixton Hill LTN would restrict vehicles cutting through residential streets and using them as shortcuts while reducing road danger and making it easier to walk and Clean Air said: “This is a great chance for those who live or travel through Brixton Hill to have their say on these proposed designs “It’s a chance to really shape the proposals to make our streets more pleasant places to be “Despite Lambeth having one of the lower car ownership rates in London pollution from motor vehicles accounts for around a quarter of all annual emissions “By reimagining our streets as somewhere we can enjoy we can help improve air quality and enhance these local streets.” The trial scheme will operate between Kings Avenue Traffic filters will be installed on key roads and the area will be enforced by traffic cameras to allow access for emergency services and other priority vehicles The LTN will aim to create more family friendly streets where people can get together and provide safe As part of the scheme there will be a series of street improvements on key roads within the LTN that will help reduce vehicles speeding while making the area more pleasant with more trees and green space and create more cycle parking There will be extensive data monitoring of traffic and air quality within the LTN as well as on boundary roads Lambeth Council has been working with residents to develop the design proposals throughout this year to ensure the final scheme works for everyone This is the latest Low Traffic Neighbourhood scheme to be launched by Lambeth Council with five already made permanent – a survey for the Streatham Wells LTN has been extended until January 8 2023. Lambeth Council recently announced a £16million investment in transport infrastructure as part of its response to the climate crisis by making it easier for people to use sustainable forms of active travel to get around the borough Find out more and have your say on our Brixton Hill Low Traffic Neighbourhood designs The consultation survey has now been extended to 3 February 2023 updates and opportunities and stay updated on what's happening in Lambeth.