We have been trying to get to grips with several of the ideas in the Localism Bill which has begun its journey through Parliament. Much stress is placed on planning for and by Neighbourhoods but without defining what they are. It looks as if just two or three people could claim to act in the name of a neighbourhood without asking their neighbours! in Brixton we no longer have even a local forum like those in Streatham or Herne HIll as a basis for consensus.

Brixton Green has bold ideas for the south side of Somerlyton Road, SW9. They are trying to broaden local support by offering £1 shares to up to 5000 local residents. Shares available from Opus Cafe at 89 Acre Lane, SW2, or see www.brixtongreen.org.