Robyn Bennett

Greenwich Council received a wide range of planning applications covering residential extensions, loft conversions, tree works, changes of use, HMOs, commercial developments and condition amendments. Significant proposals include a Docklands Light Railway extension from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead with a new Thames tunnel, large student accommodation and co-living schemes on the Greenwich Peninsula, a former pub conversion into nine homes, and changes to commercial and public-service sites across Greenwich, Eltham, Plumstead, Thamesmead and Woolwich.

Bexley Council received a series of planning applications covering residential development, house extensions, conversions, tree works, telecommunications infrastructure and other changes across Erith, Welling, Bexley, Bexleyheath, Sidcup, Belvedere and Crayford. The most significant proposal concerns technical approval for land-contamination details connected to a phased development of up to 600 homes and a primary school at Erith Quarry. Other applications include new homes, flats, commercial changes and permitted-development works.

A compilation of planning applications submitted to Bromley Council covers residential conversions, extensions, loft conversions, new homes, commercial and educational buildings, signage, biodiversity measures, and extensive tree works across Bromley, Beckenham, Orpington, Chislehurst and surrounding areas. Proposals include converting a Keston dwelling into a children’s home, creating a six-person house in multiple occupation in Orpington, building two semi-detached homes in Petts Wood, installing temporary teaching buildings at Capel Manor College, and upgrading electric-vehicle charging facilities at Bannatyne Fitness.

The London Borough of Bexley and the Port of London Authority are launching the UK's first intertidal habitat bank in Erith. The project will restore saltmarshes and mudflats, improving biodiversity while helping protect against flooding and coastal erosion. Developers will be able to use the habitat bank to meet their 10% Biodiversity Net Gain obligations, directing their contributions toward local environmental improvements at no cost to residents.

A large public art trail inspired by We’re Going on a Bear Hunt has launched in Dartford, featuring dozens of bear sculptures created by artists to raise awareness of ellenor’s hospice work. Organisers expect more than 250,000 visitors before the display ends in mid‑September, after which selected bears will be auctioned to support specialist hospice services. Local officials and charity leaders highlight the trail’s value in promoting community engagement and challenging misconceptions about hospice care.

Lewisham Council has received a series of new planning applications, including proposals for modifications to local pubs, residential extensions, school plant details and amendments to previously approved schemes. The article lists each application with addresses and reference numbers and highlights the Public Notice Portal as a resource for accessing statutory notices.

A large set of planning applications validated by Bromley Council details new housing proposals, loft conversions, extensions, tree works, commercial changes of use, and amendments to previously approved plans across Bromley and surrounding areas. The listings cover both residential and institutional properties, along with infrastructure and environmental projects, and highlight the Public Notice Portal as a resource for accessing statutory notices.

A Glimmer Daze Gambit, a new contemporary circus production by the Revel Puck Circus, will run at Beckenham Place Park in London from July 16 to August 2. The largely non-verbal show follows characters Stella and Kit as they join a circus community, blending acrobatics, clowning, and immersive storytelling. Featuring international performers and multiple circus disciplines, it includes a world-first Rola Globe act. Ticket discounts and special family offers are available, with select performances priced at £10.