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Two Greenwich teenagers charged after man stabbed in Eltham

Two seventeen-year-olds were due to appear in court today said Scotland Yard

Man jailed for sex abuse in South Norwood Shirley Oaks children's home

'This case is a culmination of years of intensive police and prosecution work'

South Norwood man charged over Grenfell Tower video

He is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, April 30

Here's how Southwark's MPs voted on last night's indicative Brexit motions - but no majority is found

MPs again last night failed to find a majority for an alternative Brexit plan - here's how Southwark's MPs voted

People vote 'only way to break political deadlock' says optimistic Southwark for Europe

'A people’s vote has never been so close to being approved' - Southwark for Europe

No majority for unprecedented Brexit motions - but here's how Southwark's MPs voted

Here's how all three of Southwark's MPs voted on tonight's unprecented series of Brexit motions

VIDEO: Notre Dame student wins public speaking competition with brilliant performance comparing schools with prison

'You can’t reach for your potential from within a prison cell'

Promotional feature: Burgess Park Nursery now offers 30 hours funded places

If eligible, you will be able to access 30 funded hours from the term following your child’s third birthday.

Promotional feature: DLD College London students race towards inclusivity with inspirational talk

Charlie Martin shared with the DLD cohort the challenges that she has to face in life and in her career, as a result of her gender transition in such a traditionally male-dominated world as motorsports.

Mayor told not to expand district heating system given ‘winter of discontent’ on the Aylesbury and Brandon

District heating is greener and cheaper, but Southwark Council has said renewing ageing systems is one of its biggest challenges

Plans submitted to expand historic China Hall pub for flats

The plans would see four flats being made across the pub's ground, first and roof levels

Leaseholders are ‘a steady source of profit’ say MPs pushing for reform

'Our legal advice was that it would cost more to challenge in court than to pay' says Sydenham homeowner slapped with £50,000 bill

Borough's historic George Inn to be 'renamed' The Shape of Brew after hit Ed Sheeran song

However, the National Trust said it could reassure locals the name-change would not be permanent

Fallen tree smashes three cars in Bermondsey - but will be turned into furniture by local charity

The tree fell earlier this month smashing three parked cars, but will now see new life as furniture

RSPCA rescue stray snake found in Sydenham garden shed

Do you know its owner?

Four month delay fixing broken street lamps on Peckham Rye Common

'I walk my dog very early in the morning and late at night and feel very anxious about how dark it makes the pathway'

Climate Change Summit will help put Southwark Council's carbon neutral plan in place

'Climate change and carbon emission do not respect boundaries'

Historic Borough alleyway Keppel Row given green revamp

The air is now 25 per cent more clean than it is in nearby Southwark Street following the revamp

Updated: this week's Rye Lane traffic diversions

Work is ahead of schedule

ULEZ: New low emissions zone comes into force covering areas of Southwark

The new ULEZ zone comes into force today - and means a daily £12.50 charge if your vehicle does not meet low emissions standards

Commuters see day of delays at London Bridge after train catches fire at the platform

Southern Rail has advised commuters to avoid the station if possible

Developer chosen to take over Walworth Town Hall refurbishment

Grade II listed building gutted by fire in 2013

War veterans and eyewitnesses share their stories at Imperial War Museum this April

Opportunity to speak to people who have witnessed war first-hand

Return of the Bermondsey 'joyslide' after new designs unveiled at St James's Church

The original joy slide was torn down in the 1980s - but now two designs have been unveiled for the much-loved slide

King's College Hospital Trust on track to hit record overspend - again

'Despite the financial challenges, the trust continues to deliver excellent, high-quality care and services to patients'

Exclusive: Meet the mother and son revealing the true scale of knife crime

James couldn’t have produced the analysis without input from King’s lead trauma nurse - his mum!

GMB union calls for food bank for outsourced NHS staff at Southwark hospital over pay date changes

The changes mean some of the hospital's lowest paid staff could be waiting a week longer for their monthly pay

Sellar unveils plans for major development of Bermondsey Street and Vinegar Yard sites

The plans would see the existing Vinegar Yard warehouse refurbished and two office sites created

Nearly 30 Elephant and Castle traders rejected for Delancey relocation units

'Now we see the picture that is emerging is bleak' - Latin Elephant

Old Kent Road: Green light for £600m Cantium Retail Park development with 1,100 homes

The plans will include a 48-storey residential tower - the fourth tallest building of its kind in London

Fallen tree smashes three cars in Bermondsey - but will be turned into furniture by local charity

The tree fell earlier this month smashing three parked cars, but will now see new life as furniture

Southwark police officers get training to protect young children at risk of sexual exploitation at night-time

"The main message is that if something doesn’t feel right, contact the police."

All in a Row: Thousands urge Southwark Playhouse to cancel play over puppet 'dehumanising autistic children'

The petition accuses the play of dehumanising autistic children - but the Southwark Playhouse says it wants you to see it and make up your own mind

Old Kent Road: Office Outlet, formerly Staples, set to close next week costing nine jobs

The store is expected to shut its doors on April 10

Spotlight: 55 East took over three shops at the iconic East Street Market in Walworth and is now a hub for locals, artists and entrepreneurs

People from the community are running classes in everything from illustration and tapestry weaving to business coaching and there are groups for elderly people plus a great cafe

Rye Lane Update: section between Hanover Park and Bournemouth Road closed to traffic and cyclists from this week

Work may finish months earlier than planned

FIREFIGHTERS STILL PROBING CAFE BLAZE ON WALWORTH ROAD

Two people were rescued from the burning building

Smoke in Potters Fields near City Hall 'small rubbish fire' say firefighters

Firefighters have managed to safely deal with the fire which was put out shortly before 11am

UPDATE: Two rescued from Walworth Road fire

Six other people had been able to escape from the building before firefighters arrived.

London Bridge attack witness writes poetry collection about his experiences

The writer was in a bar on stag do when police stormed the bar and told everyone to get down because of the attack

'Lion of London Bridge' Roy Larner not given George medal despite 24,000 signatures

Others were honoured for their role in the horror last week - but Roy missed out

Hero copper given bravery award for tackling terrorists during London Bridge attack unarmed

He received the medal from the Queen today for his bravery in rushing the London Bridge attackers unarmed

UPDATE: A body found yesterday morning is believed to that of missing 38-year-old Christian Pozzi

Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious

Have you seen missing Jodie Barratt from Camberwell?

Jodie was last seen on Thursday

FOUND: Teenager who was 'possibly in South Bank area near Waterloo Station'

The fifteen-year-old has now been found safe and well

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Collision on Kennington Park Road

Lane 2 is blocked (northbound) at the junction of Penton Place, so use caution on passing.

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Dulwich Common closed after collision

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Collision at Rotherhithe Tunnel

Traffic is slow on approach  with tailbacks along Jamaica Road. 

Easter holiday fitness at Everyone Active

Keep fit during the break

North Dulwich Tennis Club raises more than £2,000 at charity 'Davis Cup' match

Australia took the crown

Dulwich Hamlet FC asks fans to donate unwanted bikes to refugees at this weekend's home game

'This weekend is not just about us saying refugees are welcome at our club; everyone is welcome at Dulwich Hamlet and that is what makes our club so special'

Fight 4 Change: 'White collar' boxing event raises over £7,000 for charity helping youth at risk of gangs

Fight 4 Change uses boxing to empower marginalised young people who may be at risk of joining gangs

Exclusive: Easter holiday scheme for disabled and autistic children and young adults left in limbo

First time in seven years the Easter scheme won't be held

Exclusive: Homelessness charity Divine Rescue could be ‘on the streets’ by end of April

'We have worked with them for over two years now to try to resolve this situation'