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Children enjoying a healthy breakfast News Over 2,000 children get extra £175k for free healthy breakfasts More children across Southwark’s schools-based nurseries are starting the day right with a free, healthy breakfast following increased funding from Southwark Council.

Canada Water boardwalk News Canada Dock boardwalk opens with nature-themed party Things got pretty wild down at Canada Dock at the weekend, as around 2,500 people came out to mark the opening of the new boardwalk traversing the revitalised wetland habitat.

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Sensory Storytelling and Play

These library sessions are for families with neurodivergent children and those who enjoy a calm and supportive environment.

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Climate emergency

The climate emergency will have a direct effect on all the residents of Southwark. We're doing our part by aiming to become carbon neutral 2030.

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