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Another very strong recommendation for Oddbods. They were extremely responsive, very clear with quotes, suggestions and ideas, willing to work within my budget where possible and very swift and polite once working in my flat. I had various sets of floating shelves installed (including them fixing up a half-finished, slightly failed home diy attempt from us), a rotten cupboard shelf replaced and new set of hinges installed on a cupboard door. We're really pleased with their work, it looks great. They suggested a few little extra details on the work, which were so appreciated and made everything look even neater. Easily, the best handypeople I've ever worked with. Strongly recommended.

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Aroma coffee lab's coffee is top notch (and I have been known to be a bit picky about coffee😆). I had tried it when the owner was running a little coffee stand outside the shop and was impressed. I'm pleased to see he has taken over the shop itself.

Southwark foodbank gladly accepts unused toiletries, but can't take used ones.

Mountain buggy duet for sale - used but plenty of life left in it. £125 ONO, collect from SE24

Hi there, we are looking for a maths tutor for my daughter, year 10. Do you have any availability at the moment and if so could you kindly send some details on possible next steps, your fees etc. Many thanks, Katja

Presumably local businesses have been consulted?

Well that is good news… alternative would have been homeless or private.

I was lucky that I received a student grant from 1990-1995 first 3 years for degree and 2 years post graduate bursary. Both were based on my income and I did not have to pay back. Eldest daughter got student loan and after 20 years managed to pay it off, Youngest daughter still paying hers 18 years later. Granddaughter - still paying after 6 years. Grandson decided against FE and secured an apprentenship. I am glad that I am an old codger and not young anymore !

Thanks Jen22 for the very kind review! Paul and I have been Oddbodding furiously and haven't had a chance to post an updated list of jobs we've been working on until now. So here it is 🙂 Demolition of 2 sheds, removal of large patio and levelling of total area to get it ready for garden room installation Internal decoration of above garden room External sash window decoration, including fixing of rotten joints (multiple) External decorative stone porch decoration Fix of broken metal front gate Shed base installation and build of garden shed Internal plastering fixes and significant water damage fixes, including tricky corners and hard to reach areas (multiple) Rotten window sills fixed and decorated Countless shelves, curtain rails and pictures hung Baths, sinks and showers resealed (too many to count) Dimmer switches (single, 2 and 3 way) replaced in multiple rooms Toilet seats replaced (multiple) including sourcing correct fitting seats (not as easy as you'd think) Lots of kitchen cupboard doors re hung with new hinges if necessary Ikea units built and fitted (wall mounted or otherwise) Tricky fixes to loose door handles Repairing broken visible floorboards Mounting of multiple flatscreen TV's Intallation of super strong (kid proof) coat hooks on walls and other useful areas (eg outsides of cupboards) Innovative conversion of open shelf spaces to sleek enclosed cupboard spaces (even when doors purchased by client don't quite fit) Servicing of kitchen cupboard doors and units Removal of hardwearing paint flooring in photography studio, ready for reinstallation of new floor including epoxy (coming soon) Carpet removal and disposal Wooden garden gate installation including sourcing bespoken gatepost to match existing Sourcing and installation of new double glazed window pane Fence panel installation, including sourcing bespoke size and tricky fix without encroaching on neighbours land New door and window locks installed We pride ourselves on helping our clients find the best solutions to problems and we also offer a design consultsancy service. Please reach out to Iain on +447956877533 (WhatsApp best) if you would like some ideas about home improvements or to get a quote for any jobs. You can also check our insta https://www.instagram.com/oddbods_handy_services/ No job too big or small. Oddbods do it all! Iain Oddbod

It is not only Southwark - our grandson, partner and 7 year old had a one bed council flat for years in Harlow Essex and all the properties offered were in poor condition. They eventually took a property as if they refused another one they would drop to the bottom of the Housing List. It was damp and in need of a level of renovation. Having lived in these conditions for a while they were offered better council accommodation recently, but further away from child's school. They had to pay 2 lots of rent for a few weeks as council had to undertake work in the new premises before they could move in,

I'm commenting again about the broader picture. I commuted by cycle for 20 years through Peckham Rye (west) and Rye Lane, it was (and still is) pretty horrid during peak times. I'm not aware if and how the new scheme will affect that commute. But I am interested in the political angle following the ex-councillor's interjection. A simple AI response for the two main left parties: LDs The Liberal Democrats' position on driver behaviour focuses on enhancing road safety, reducing environmental impacts, and promoting, or, in some cases, regulating the use of cars in favor of greener alternatives. Their approach combines technological solutions, support for safer infrastructure, and stricter penalties for dangerous driving. Greens The Green Party of England and Wales positions itself to drastically reform driver behaviour through stricter regulations, reduced speed limits, and a shift toward sustainable, low-emission, and active travel, with an ultimate goal of zero road fatalities Infrastructure and Road User Hierarchy: The party prioritizes a "road hierarchy" that places walking, cycling, and public transport above private motor vehicles. They plan to cancel new road-building programmes, using the funds to improve walking and cycling infrastructure. So both fall short of a totally radical rethink of our attitude to the motor car. And how technology could, and hopefully should, see the end of the need for a private car in most urban environments freeing up 100s of miles of road space. I'm sure that an earlier search mentioned the presumed liability, as adopted in some European countries, being something that LDs supported. This is where the road user higher up the hierarchy eg car/motorcycle, or Truck/car would be presumed liable if there was a collision. Perhaps James Barbour would know more.

Just had an interior decorating job done by Andy. The final outcome looks lovely and he did some remedial work at the same time to fill in gaps in the ceiling (due to previous electrical work) and to remediate any similar areas to ensure a polished overall look. Would highly recommend him for any similar job, he quoted a very reasonable price for the job as well. Thanks Andy!

Getting back to the pros and cons of the actual scheme, yes the council has made some improvements like pedestrianising the road outside the Nag's Head and helpfully they have provided more information. But it's still a badly thought out scheme with major show stoppers, a bigger rejig is needed to cope with baseline traffic changes, let alone Southwark's ambitions for more people to move from driving to healthy travel. And compared to what other boroughs (let alone other European countries) are doing, it's a massively missed opportunity to transform the public realm of what is currently a big traffic island. That would genuinely help businesses and increase footfall. Some of the measures in the scheme are worth progressing now (northbound bus lane, Nag's Head pedestrianisation, zebra by Kinsale Road, trial the bus gate on the eastern side). But there are major issues with the proposals and its underlying modelling including: (1) TfL is about to massively rationalise bus services in inner London, so lots of the justification could be about to disappear with route changes. The scheme mainly benefits the 78 & P12 by moving them to the (already uncongested) eastern side, but that could happen without the scheme. And many bus services would take up to 50s longer. So the measures seem weak as a bus priority scheme (2) The modelling fails to mention cycling at all, even though it's growing hugely year-on-year. Maybe because officials know the scheme does not meet existing official standards, let alone provide space for any cycling growth. Especially for cycling, the junctions by Scylla and Nigel Road plus the bike crossing by Phillip Walk seem designed for outer London e.g. hopping on and off pavements & tight right angle turns, not hundreds of cycles an hour at peak times. East-west permeability remains poor for cycling too. Separately buses northbound turning after Scylla Rd in practice would often get stuck before reaching the bus lane, while moving the bus stop from the Tesco past the Nag's Head looks problematic. A better approach would be to remove the gyratory north of Scylla Road, relocating the bus stands etc. to create a longer northbound bus lane on the eastern side, enabling the western side north of Dewar St to be semi-pedestrianised with more space for tables plus two-way cycling with a track leading to/from Rye Lane. Moving the Scylla Road closure and also the bus gate next to the Angel Oak would also design out conflicting movements as well as create a better public space. This alternative needs a diagram to explain, don't think AI can do this yet. Sorry but while I agree the E Dulwich Rd junctions are unpleasant, I'm not persuaded by James Barber's point about frustrated drivers leading to more collisions, a lot of the time congestion will keep speeds down. The increased traffic forecast on the badly redesigned Bellenden Road could be an issue though. Interested to hear other views on the proposals.

Well at least there are now functioning bulbs in 2 of the hanging lights in the main passageway to the street. Very luxurious not having to walk through in the dark anymore!

https://classbento.co.uk/glass-painting-workshop-london-0 Join this glass painting class in London and discover how to create your own vibrant, stained glass-style pieces. Whether you have a specific vision in mind or want to go completely freestyle, you'll be guided through the process step by step. You'll start by mastering outliners to frame your design before filling it with brilliant, dishwasher-safe paints that mimic the classic look of stained glass. You can choose from a range of items to make your own: Wine glasses Ashtrays Oil pourers Coffee mugs There's no need to worry about bringing a thing, as all the materials and equipment you'll need are ready and waiting for you. If you'd like to enjoy a glass of your favourite drink while you work, you're more than welcome to bring your own bottle. The studio offers a cosy, relaxed atmosphere where you can focus on being hands-on and meeting other local crafters. It's a lovely way to spend time with a friend or partner while trying something different. You'll finish the session feeling inspired by your new skills and ready to show off a unique, functional keepsake that adds a splash of colour to your home.

So work has still not started in the station square. After years of delays we were told it would begin in summer 2025, then October, then January and now just "soon" / "this year". That means the new square is not going to open this year. Pretty poor that Southwark is unwilling to communicate any reasons for its continuing delays. Meanwhile for the station itself, Network Rail is moving forward with a minor scheme to reduce the crush but still with no lifts: https://www.ianvisits.co.uk/articles/peckham-rye-station-to-get-5m-makeover-while-waiting-for-step-free-rebuild-87172/