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The UK General Election is on 4 July.
Register to vote by 18 June.
If you need to vote by post, you must apply to do this by 19 June.
You need valid photo ID to vote in person. If you don’t have valid ID, apply by 26 June for a Voter Authority Certificate.
Find out more about voting and elections in Southwark

Business networks and BIDs

Business networks are groups of like-minded businesses that work together to support their local area and promote their own enterprises through advertising and events.

Business networks in Southwark

There are a number of business networks in Southwark. Get involved by contacting one below:

Camberwell Business Network
Federation of Small Businesses
Latin Elephant
Rye Lane Trader’s Association
Southwark Association of Street Traders
Southwark Chamber of Commerce
Tower Bridge Road Alliance

Part 2Business Improvement Districts (BIDs)

Page last updated: 20 November 2023

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Southwark Creates / Networking

A digital portal for you to access information and resources to help your creative business grow and thrive in Southwark.

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