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South Bank

GLC-era South Bank signage added to Lambeth's 'local list'

A distinctive signpost on the South Bank that dates from the era of the Greater London Council has been added to Lambeth Council's 'local list' of structures of architectural and historical interest.

Planning & Development

New Kent Road hotel developer given green light to cram in 30% more rooms

The developers of a proposed hotel in the New Kent Road have been given permission to increase the number of bedrooms from 200 261.

Police & crime

Old Kent Road: murder investigation launched

Police have launched a murder investigation after a man died from knife injuries at the Bricklayers Arms Estate on the Old Kent Road.

History

Planners veto 'inappropriate' advert behind Borough war memorial

Southwark Council has rejected the latest proposal for a temporary advertising billboard on the southern facade of Town Hall Chambers in Borough High Street.

Planning & Development

Neo Bankside owners apply to change pedestrian access hours

The two public routes through the Neo Bankside development next to Tate Modern could close an hour earlier in the evening as a response to an "increase in security-related issues".

Business

Tapi Carpets to replace Halfords in Old Kent Road

The former Halfords store in the Old Kent Road is to become a branch of the Tapi Carpets & Floors chain.

Health

Avoid St Thomas' A&E this week if you can, say NHS bosses

Bosses at St Thomas' Hospital have joined South East London NHS colleagues in warning that A&E services will be under pressure during strikes by junior doctors in the run-up to Christmas and early in the New Year.

Transport

20 mph speed limit introduced on Old Kent Road

Transport for London has introduced a 20 mph speed limit on Old Kent Road, New Kent Road and Tower Bridge Road.

Business

Tower Bridge Road Co-op reopens as 'Welcome' franchise

The Co-op food store in Tower Bridge Road - which closed last year - has reopened as a franchise store linked a different part of the co-operative movement.

Health

Drones to shuttle medical samples between Guy's and St Thomas'

Drones carrying medical samples between Guy's Hospital and St Thomas' Hospital could soon be flying above the streets of SE1.

Education

Young reporter challenges council on overcrowding and repairs in BBC TV feature

A pupil at an SE1 school has challenged Southwark's leadership on overcrowding and poor repairs in council homes in the borough.

Police & crime

Did you see people fighting on the South Bank on Friday 1 December?

Police have appealed for witnesses and mobile phone footage of fighting on the South Bank late in the evening of Friday 1 December.

Police & crime

Cyclist killed in Old Kent Road lorry collision: police appeal for witnesses

Detectives investigating the death of a cyclist in the Old Kent Road are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

Food & drink

Rockingham Arms reopens after £1.5m revamp

The Rockingham Arms pub at the Elephant & Castle has reopened after a £1.5 million revamp by owners JD Wetherspoon.

Transport

Southwark to turn car parking spaces into bays for dockless hire bikes

21 on-street car parking spaces in SE1 are to be converted into designated bays for dockless hire bikes and scooters under plans agreed by Southwark Council this week.

Churches

Mark Oakley installed as Southwark Cathedral dean

The Very Revd Dr Mark Oakley has been installed as Dean of Southwark at a service at Southwark Cathedral on Sunday afternoon.