Tuesday, February 28, 2006
CHEMICAL SPILLAGE AT DORCHESTER COURT
Passing the flats tonight there were at least tweleve fire tenders and other ancillary vehicles attending some form of chemical incident.
Passing the flats tonight there were at least tweleve fire tenders and other ancillary vehicles attending some form of chemical incident.
Sunday, February 26, 2006
2ND FIVE PARKS STARTING BROCKWELL PARK. 14th May 2006 10.30AM
Milkwood Community Park
Ruskin Park
Sydenham Hill Woods
Dulwich Park
Belair Park
and some very interesting unknown green links.
more information later
Funds raised towards park improvements
Milkwood Community Park
Ruskin Park
Sydenham Hill Woods
Dulwich Park
Belair Park
and some very interesting unknown green links.
more information later
Funds raised towards park improvements
MAHATMA GHANDI
Is this site to be reprieved will residents after all not have to put up with a refuse lorry park. ??
Is this site to be reprieved will residents after all not have to put up with a refuse lorry park. ??
Friday, February 24, 2006
BROCKWELL PARK LOTTERY BID
Your chance to influence the proposals going to the Heritage Lottery Fund in March.
There are two contentious issues.
RELOCATION OF THE PADDLING POOL OPTIONS STILL TO BE DECIDED
DEMOLITION OF THE CHANGING ROOM BLOCK.
An alternative proposal by Whippersnappers to relocate there bringing inward investment and save £60k demolition costs has been thwarted not to mention the environmental costs.
The Friends of Brockwell Park in their latest Newsletter give justification for supporting the retention of the changing rooms ( at least in theory) ONE OCLOCK CLUB- It was the first in London established by the GLC in response to demands for a place in the park for all weather play for under fives and a meeting place for their parents and carers. This is exactly what Whippersnappers does..and a lot more...........
Your chance to influence the proposals going to the Heritage Lottery Fund in March.
There are two contentious issues.
RELOCATION OF THE PADDLING POOL OPTIONS STILL TO BE DECIDED
DEMOLITION OF THE CHANGING ROOM BLOCK.
An alternative proposal by Whippersnappers to relocate there bringing inward investment and save £60k demolition costs has been thwarted not to mention the environmental costs.
The Friends of Brockwell Park in their latest Newsletter give justification for supporting the retention of the changing rooms ( at least in theory) ONE OCLOCK CLUB- It was the first in London established by the GLC in response to demands for a place in the park for all weather play for under fives and a meeting place for their parents and carers. This is exactly what Whippersnappers does..and a lot more...........
Tuesday, February 21, 2006
ALMOST LAST FULL COUNCIL MEETING BEFORE ELECTIONS
LAMBETH TOWN HALL 7PM WEDNESDAY 22ND FEBRUARY
LAMBETH TOWN HALL 7PM WEDNESDAY 22ND FEBRUARY
WHAT A DIFFERENCE A DAY MAKES
On revisiting Electric Avenue today the area beside ICELAND smelt like Selfridges perfumery and market officers were in evidence. An approach to Iceland had also elicited a response that " repairs were ordered to be carried out."
On revisiting Electric Avenue today the area beside ICELAND smelt like Selfridges perfumery and market officers were in evidence. An approach to Iceland had also elicited a response that " repairs were ordered to be carried out."
Monday, February 20, 2006
BRIXTON MARKET IN DECLINE WOULD YOU WANT TO BUY YOUR FOOD HERE???
There might be success in the NO DEAL police operation to clear out the drug dealing but the market is filthy During a visit this afternnon the stretch of pavement at the end of Electric Avenue running from ICELANDS front door to to David Greiggs- about 30 metres- was deserted the stench of urine was overpowering. This next to a baker and open butcher shop
The side windows and building of ICEAND were covered in dirt. Why are they not keeping it clean.
There might be success in the NO DEAL police operation to clear out the drug dealing but the market is filthy During a visit this afternnon the stretch of pavement at the end of Electric Avenue running from ICELANDS front door to to David Greiggs- about 30 metres- was deserted the stench of urine was overpowering. This next to a baker and open butcher shop
The side windows and building of ICEAND were covered in dirt. Why are they not keeping it clean.
SPECIAL POLICE OPERATION AT HERNE HILL STATION
Friday afternoon saw the arrival of 30 police officers from British Tranposrt Police Met Police and City of London Police in a special operation using airport stlye metal detectors .
This provided a good deterrent for the ganG of youngsters that have been causing disruption in the area during the half term holiday
Friday afternoon saw the arrival of 30 police officers from British Tranposrt Police Met Police and City of London Police in a special operation using airport stlye metal detectors .
This provided a good deterrent for the ganG of youngsters that have been causing disruption in the area during the half term holiday
37 BUS ROUTE TEMPORARY ALTERATION.
From 20th February to 6th March 37 will not serve Half Moon Lane in a Pekcham bound direction only. Buses from North Dulwich will continue to serve Half Moon Lane in the normal manner.
Passengers normally boarding outside the chemist at 9 HML should wait outside the Post Office Sorting Office at the bottom of Herne Hill.
Buses will go up HH and down Red Post Hill
From 20th February to 6th March 37 will not serve Half Moon Lane in a Pekcham bound direction only. Buses from North Dulwich will continue to serve Half Moon Lane in the normal manner.
Passengers normally boarding outside the chemist at 9 HML should wait outside the Post Office Sorting Office at the bottom of Herne Hill.
Buses will go up HH and down Red Post Hill
JOHN CHARLES DE MENEZES SHOOTING AT STOCKWELL JULY 05
if anyone is interested in keeping informed on the development of this case
I have some hyperlinks to informative newspaper articles this weekend.
paulreyn@aol.com
if anyone is interested in keeping informed on the development of this case
I have some hyperlinks to informative newspaper articles this weekend.
paulreyn@aol.com
Sunday, February 19, 2006
BROCKWELL PARK LOTTERY BID
Presentation of Draft Mastern Plan 28th February Room 8 Lambeth Town Hall 7.30pm
www.brockwellpark.com. This is the final stage before submitting the bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund
Presentation of Draft Mastern Plan 28th February Room 8 Lambeth Town Hall 7.30pm
www.brockwellpark.com. This is the final stage before submitting the bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund
VOLUNTEER DAY IN BROCKWELL PARK
Sunday 12th March meet 11am at the Clocktower
Activities Hedge, Blubell and Snowdrop Planting
Cuttin and Laying a Beech Hedge
Preparing paintwork
Weeding and litter picking
Sensible clothes and footwear bringing yournown gloves forks/spade if possible.Most activities suitable for children Lots of odd jobs as well. work will cease at 3pm
Friends of Brockwell Park www.brockwellpark.com
Sunday 12th March meet 11am at the Clocktower
Activities Hedge, Blubell and Snowdrop Planting
Cuttin and Laying a Beech Hedge
Preparing paintwork
Weeding and litter picking
Sensible clothes and footwear bringing yournown gloves forks/spade if possible.Most activities suitable for children Lots of odd jobs as well. work will cease at 3pm
Friends of Brockwell Park www.brockwellpark.com
Saturday, February 18, 2006
FORMER PRINTWORKS AT 89/91 NORWOOD ROAD
PLANNING INSPECTOR TO HEAR APPEAL LAMBETH TOWN HALL 21ST
FEBRUARY IN room 101 10AM
This site on the corner of Croxted Road is now subject to a planning appeal.
Planning has been granted for 14 flats and six shop units. Further applicatons were made for much large dvelopments of 43 flats and 38 flats .
the local view on residents and the Herne Hill Society that this is overdevelopment of a site
on a road junction where there are no parking facilities
the planning officer Andrew Byrne abyrne@lambeth.gov.uk can provide further information.
PLANNING INSPECTOR TO HEAR APPEAL LAMBETH TOWN HALL 21ST
FEBRUARY IN room 101 10AM
This site on the corner of Croxted Road is now subject to a planning appeal.
Planning has been granted for 14 flats and six shop units. Further applicatons were made for much large dvelopments of 43 flats and 38 flats .
the local view on residents and the Herne Hill Society that this is overdevelopment of a site
on a road junction where there are no parking facilities
the planning officer Andrew Byrne abyrne@lambeth.gov.uk can provide further information.
DUSTCART DEPOT WE HAVE BEEN HERE BEFORE
The Milkwood Residents are campaiging for a better location for the Dustcart depot proposed at present for Milkwood Road. On his visit to Pulllens Ken Livingstone met local resident who had campaigned 30 years ago to stop the building of a depot on MILKWOOD COMMUNITY PARK. Lets hope history repeats itself.
The Mahatma Ghandi site woul be a good location for a new City Academy.
The Milkwood Residents are campaiging for a better location for the Dustcart depot proposed at present for Milkwood Road. On his visit to Pulllens Ken Livingstone met local resident who had campaigned 30 years ago to stop the building of a depot on MILKWOOD COMMUNITY PARK. Lets hope history repeats itself.
The Mahatma Ghandi site woul be a good location for a new City Academy.
MAYOR FOR LONDON KEN LIVINGSTONE VISITS HERNE HILL
Thursday morning saw a visit from Ken Livingstone to Herne Hill where he met Sgt Tom Cornish and members of the Safer Neighbourhhods Team serving the Herne Hill Ward.
Accompanying Ken were Val Shawcross the GLA member for Lambeth and Southwark and Peter O'Connell Herne Hill CuncillorAll wards in London without SNTs about 340 at present will have SNTs by April.
Initially they will be slightly smaller 4 officers building up to 6 once recruitment permits.
Ken also had discusiions w tih Reliable Cars staff and discussed the needs for an integrated ticketing system for Rail Tube and Buses with Gary at the station news kiosk.At present Rail operators are resisting the integration with Oyster. However a couple of operators are looking at it.
Val Shawcross discussed with Alan Soames issues of safety at Herne Hill Station and the
Lambeth Community Safety initiative to introduce measures in the foot tunnel to slow down cyclists. Kate Newham has allocated funding for this.
After meeting local residents Maude Estwick chair of Milkwood Residents and Paul Reynolds
secretary Herne Hill Forum and Alan Gaunt Proprietor of Pullens. Mr Livingstone had breakfast at Pullens. He went over his local connections with this area recounting his visits to Dania Restaurant
Thursday morning saw a visit from Ken Livingstone to Herne Hill where he met Sgt Tom Cornish and members of the Safer Neighbourhhods Team serving the Herne Hill Ward.
Accompanying Ken were Val Shawcross the GLA member for Lambeth and Southwark and Peter O'Connell Herne Hill CuncillorAll wards in London without SNTs about 340 at present will have SNTs by April.
Initially they will be slightly smaller 4 officers building up to 6 once recruitment permits.
Ken also had discusiions w tih Reliable Cars staff and discussed the needs for an integrated ticketing system for Rail Tube and Buses with Gary at the station news kiosk.At present Rail operators are resisting the integration with Oyster. However a couple of operators are looking at it.
Val Shawcross discussed with Alan Soames issues of safety at Herne Hill Station and the
Lambeth Community Safety initiative to introduce measures in the foot tunnel to slow down cyclists. Kate Newham has allocated funding for this.
After meeting local residents Maude Estwick chair of Milkwood Residents and Paul Reynolds
secretary Herne Hill Forum and Alan Gaunt Proprietor of Pullens. Mr Livingstone had breakfast at Pullens. He went over his local connections with this area recounting his visits to Dania Restaurant
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
ADVANTAGE TO LOCAL BUSINESSES OF SUPPORTING MEASURES TO BRING IN MORE PEDESTRAIN AND BUS USERS RATHER THAN CAR USERS .
PEDESTRIANISED SHOPPING AREAS WITHIN THE PUBLIC REALM
A recent survey by SUSTRANS opf 840 shoppers and 126 retailers in two neighbourhood shopping streets on bus routes in Bristol has found that retailers overestimate the importance of the car and how far their customers travel.
Retailers estimate that 41% of custmers arrived by car fact only 22% had done so.#
Retailers estimated that12% of custOmers lived within half a mile and 40% over two miles
actually 42 had come less than half a mile and 88 had travelled ledd than 2 miles
PEDESTRIANISED SHOPPING AREAS WITHIN THE PUBLIC REALM
A recent survey by SUSTRANS opf 840 shoppers and 126 retailers in two neighbourhood shopping streets on bus routes in Bristol has found that retailers overestimate the importance of the car and how far their customers travel.
Retailers estimate that 41% of custmers arrived by car fact only 22% had done so.#
Retailers estimated that12% of custOmers lived within half a mile and 40% over two miles
actually 42 had come less than half a mile and 88 had travelled ledd than 2 miles
Monday, February 13, 2006
HERNE HILL Controlled Parking Zone -- variations
The forthcoming Herne Hill Controlled Parking Zone will see parking meters in operation for just two hours per day -- the probable hours are 12 noon to 2 pm Mondays to Fridays. The 20 minute free bays in Stradella and Winterbrook Roads plus Half Moon Lane (Herne Hill end) will become 30 minutes, with a couple of additional stretches (e.g. at the top of Ruskin Walk). The middle of Ruskin Walk and part of Carver Road will have some residents-only bays: otherwise bays are likely to be mixed-use.
Where the residents have residents-only bays visitor passes (currently £1.20 for the first ten, and £3.00 subsequently) are unlikely to be valid during the restriction period. Do check this carefully.
The easing of hours (which Herne Hill Forum campaigned actively for) will benefit traders, visitors to surgeries and local residents who currently have parking difficulties in their own streets.
Lets make Herne Hill (now no longer called Dulwich following the removal of misleading signs) the place to shop!!
The forthcoming Herne Hill Controlled Parking Zone will see parking meters in operation for just two hours per day -- the probable hours are 12 noon to 2 pm Mondays to Fridays. The 20 minute free bays in Stradella and Winterbrook Roads plus Half Moon Lane (Herne Hill end) will become 30 minutes, with a couple of additional stretches (e.g. at the top of Ruskin Walk). The middle of Ruskin Walk and part of Carver Road will have some residents-only bays: otherwise bays are likely to be mixed-use.
Where the residents have residents-only bays visitor passes (currently £1.20 for the first ten, and £3.00 subsequently) are unlikely to be valid during the restriction period. Do check this carefully.
The easing of hours (which Herne Hill Forum campaigned actively for) will benefit traders, visitors to surgeries and local residents who currently have parking difficulties in their own streets.
Lets make Herne Hill (now no longer called Dulwich following the removal of misleading signs) the place to shop!!
Wednesday, February 08, 2006
LAMBETH POLICE CONSULTATIVE GROUP
At the group meeting this evening Nick Hardwick, chair of the Independent Police Complaints Commission spoke on his investigation into the John Charles de Menezes shooting at Stockwell
in July 2005. He could say little . However one telling fact was that he submits his report to the
Crown Prosectuion Service (CPS) and Metropolitan Police Service and the MP Authority and where there are other concerns he submits it to the Home Secretary .He has done so in the case.
INADEQUACY OF THE PROCESS.. and REMIT OF THE IPCC
It view of the limited scope of the IPCC's remit it is clear that the invesitgative powers are not adequate for a siutation where other agencies are involved. The extent to which he could ask Army Personnel to account was not clear but he said they did provided statements. This was not covered in full detail but Nic said that he was not empowered to refer the actions of non police officers to the CPS.
I will be asking the CPCG to follow up some detailed questions regarding the scope of the IPCC's powers.
At the group meeting this evening Nick Hardwick, chair of the Independent Police Complaints Commission spoke on his investigation into the John Charles de Menezes shooting at Stockwell
in July 2005. He could say little . However one telling fact was that he submits his report to the
Crown Prosectuion Service (CPS) and Metropolitan Police Service and the MP Authority and where there are other concerns he submits it to the Home Secretary .He has done so in the case.
INADEQUACY OF THE PROCESS.. and REMIT OF THE IPCC
It view of the limited scope of the IPCC's remit it is clear that the invesitgative powers are not adequate for a siutation where other agencies are involved. The extent to which he could ask Army Personnel to account was not clear but he said they did provided statements. This was not covered in full detail but Nic said that he was not empowered to refer the actions of non police officers to the CPS.
I will be asking the CPCG to follow up some detailed questions regarding the scope of the IPCC's powers.
Tuesday, February 07, 2006
VILLAGE WAY/HALMOON LANE ALTERATIONS.
Local residents have expressed concern about the non management of the junction during the current works programmes and the lack of any temporary arrangement for the School Crossing last week "Gladys" was left completely at sea. Chris Mascord has agreed to ensure safe crossing arrangements and will also take steps to minimise risks of vehicles colliding as almost happened last week with.. when works are completed the junction should be a lot safer for both pedestrains, buses and other road users.
Local residents have expressed concern about the non management of the junction during the current works programmes and the lack of any temporary arrangement for the School Crossing last week "Gladys" was left completely at sea. Chris Mascord has agreed to ensure safe crossing arrangements and will also take steps to minimise risks of vehicles colliding as almost happened last week with.. when works are completed the junction should be a lot safer for both pedestrains, buses and other road users.
Monday, February 06, 2006
DULWICH NO MORE
Pleased to tell you that the offending sign in HAlf Moon Lane has been removed.
Pleased to tell you that the offending sign in HAlf Moon Lane has been removed.
POETRY EVENINGS AND MORE
another in the successfull series organised by local poet Tom Chivers
PENNED IN THE MARGINS
@ ISLAND ARTS STUDIO 290 MILKWOOD ROAD
FRIDAY 10TH FEBRUARY FROM 8PM
Entry £3/2
Featuring poetry from Roddy Lumsden and Baden Prince Jnr and acoustic music from Simon Kitchener for more information Tom 07729 887 236 wwwpennedinthemargins.co.uk
another in the successfull series organised by local poet Tom Chivers
PENNED IN THE MARGINS
@ ISLAND ARTS STUDIO 290 MILKWOOD ROAD
FRIDAY 10TH FEBRUARY FROM 8PM
Entry £3/2
Featuring poetry from Roddy Lumsden and Baden Prince Jnr and acoustic music from Simon Kitchener for more information Tom 07729 887 236 wwwpennedinthemargins.co.uk
SHOTGUN.redloaded.......... is this where you would expect to have your hair cut??
New hairdressers next to Pullens at 293 Railton Road opening imminent.
please let us have views on this name paulreyn@aol.com
New hairdressers next to Pullens at 293 Railton Road opening imminent.
please let us have views on this name paulreyn@aol.com
HERNE HILL SOCIETY MONTHLY TALK 8TH FEBRUARY 7.45PM
THE LIFE AND TIMES OF LA,MBETH HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY and the
DEVELOPMENT OF A LOCAL GARDEN
Two illustrated talk by Tony Farrow
HERNE HILL UNITED REFORMED CHURCH TOP OF RED POST HILL
non members welcome .
THE LIFE AND TIMES OF LA,MBETH HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY and the
DEVELOPMENT OF A LOCAL GARDEN
Two illustrated talk by Tony Farrow
HERNE HILL UNITED REFORMED CHURCH TOP OF RED POST HILL
non members welcome .
DRAMA AT THE LIDO................no not what you think.
CRISPIN LEVY is co-directing a production of THE BLUE ROOM to be staged at the
BROCKWEL PARK LIDO on 17-19th February starting at 8pm.BOX OFFICE NUMBER IS 020 7431 9176 SEE www.theatreofrelativity.co.uk
Tickets are £6 and £4.
Yvonne Levy advises that its for Adults only.
CRISPIN LEVY is co-directing a production of THE BLUE ROOM to be staged at the
BROCKWEL PARK LIDO on 17-19th February starting at 8pm.BOX OFFICE NUMBER IS 020 7431 9176 SEE www.theatreofrelativity.co.uk
Tickets are £6 and £4.
Yvonne Levy advises that its for Adults only.
Sunday, February 05, 2006
LAMBETH LIFE
The latest news paper is out and there are a couple of articles about Brockwell Park
and Ruskin Park copies are avaioable at coyuncil offices and delivered to Lambeth households.
Ill put more infor on in the next couple of days.
The latest news paper is out and there are a couple of articles about Brockwell Park
and Ruskin Park copies are avaioable at coyuncil offices and delivered to Lambeth households.
Ill put more infor on in the next couple of days.
LAMBETH COMMUNITY POLICE CONSULTATIVE GROUP takes place this month
in the Council Chamber at the Town Hall on Tuesday 7th Feb at 7pm. The meeting will be addressed by Nick Hardwick Chair of the Independent Police Complaints Commission. There will be a limited feedback on the Menezes shooting on 7th July 05. It is hoped the Commander Broadhurst will be present . He is responsible for the KRATOS policy ( commonly known as the shoot to kill policy).
The meeting will be preceded by a lecture starting at 5pm.
in the Council Chamber at the Town Hall on Tuesday 7th Feb at 7pm. The meeting will be addressed by Nick Hardwick Chair of the Independent Police Complaints Commission. There will be a limited feedback on the Menezes shooting on 7th July 05. It is hoped the Commander Broadhurst will be present . He is responsible for the KRATOS policy ( commonly known as the shoot to kill policy).
The meeting will be preceded by a lecture starting at 5pm.
NO DEALING IN BRIXTON
Th continuing operation to rid Brixton of delaers or least keep the problem at bay congtin ues. Some Stats
ARRESTS 160
STOP AND SEARCHES 437
STOP AND ACCOUNTS 240
WARRANTS EXECUTED 2
POSESSSION OF CLASS A AND CLASS C 74
oTHER OFFENCE 64
OF WHICH 34 CHARGED.
Th continuing operation to rid Brixton of delaers or least keep the problem at bay congtin ues. Some Stats
ARRESTS 160
STOP AND SEARCHES 437
STOP AND ACCOUNTS 240
WARRANTS EXECUTED 2
POSESSSION OF CLASS A AND CLASS C 74
oTHER OFFENCE 64
OF WHICH 34 CHARGED.
Ganley's 24/ 7 licence
I see fornm the Herne Hill Society Newsletter just out that this has been turned down.
I see fornm the Herne Hill Society Newsletter just out that this has been turned down.
WELCOME TO HERNE HILL
Southwark have now taken note of the representations made about the welcome to Dulwich signs stuck in the area especially the one in Half Moon Lane. Clr Richard Thomas has shifted from his original position- we put em up so they can stay. to well take em down until after the elections and put them back up if we get back in ( reading between the lines) The posts are remian meantime please note the sum spent on these signs 47 was £200k.
Southwark have now taken note of the representations made about the welcome to Dulwich signs stuck in the area especially the one in Half Moon Lane. Clr Richard Thomas has shifted from his original position- we put em up so they can stay. to well take em down until after the elections and put them back up if we get back in ( reading between the lines) The posts are remian meantime please note the sum spent on these signs 47 was £200k.
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