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Crime & Safety · SouthwarkRussell Brand testifies at Southwark Crown Court, denies seven sexual offences
Russell Brand appeared at Southwark Crown Court on Wednesday afternoon, denying all seven charges of rape, sexual assault and attempted indecent assault. Prosecutor Riel Karmy‑Jones KC led the case, and jurors will consider a verdict on Tuesday.
Southwark3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 54 · Hype 45
Property & Planning · SouthwarkStudent bar to close as new LCC building opens in Elephant and Castle
The new London College of Communication building in Elephant and Castle, opening in September 2027, will not include the student-run Darkroom Bar. Staff and students have raised concerns about transparency in the design process and the loss of the community space.
Southwark4 min readTrust 74 · Craft 95 · Hype 35
Crime & Safety · LondonJoanna Cierpka arrested after murder of banker Henrik Slotsaa in Elephant and Castle
Police found Henrik Slotsaa dead at his Newington Causeway flat on 15 March 2026. Joanna Cierpka, arrested at the scene, has pleaded not guilty to murder but argues manslaughter on the basis of severe depression, a claim supported by a defence psychiatrist.
London3 min readTrust 86 · Craft 87 · Hype 35
Culture & Arts · WestminsterNew queer venue Coven opens in Soho as LGBTQ+ spaces decline
Soho’s queer nightlife spaces are shrinking, prompting the launch of Coven, a new venue blending daytime and nighttime activities. Community leaders blame Westminster Council and the Mayor of London for neglect, while new LGBTQ+ venues emerge in Elephant and Castle.
Westminster5 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 50