Activism
Haringey Council's 2027 cultural programme, themed 'Rebel Borough', will celebrate the borough's history of activism and changemakers.
Haringey Council accepted a £2,165,000 grant from the Greater London Authority in March 2026 for its London Borough of Culture 2027 programme. Approved by Councillor Emily Arkell, Cabinet Member for Culture & Leisure, the programme will be themed 'Rebel Borough'.
The 'Rebel Borough' theme aims to celebrate Haringey's working-class heritage, strong history of grassroots changemakers, and everyday rebels, highlighting its role in battling discrimination and celebrating equality. It will also challenge established ways of working and seek to rebalance power.
Key facts
- Haringey Council accepted a grant of £2,165,000 from the GLA in March 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- The grant is for the London Borough of Culture 2027 programme. Source 1 Source 2
- The programme's theme is 'Rebel Borough'. Source 1 Source 2
- Councillor Emily Arkell, Cabinet Member for Culture & Leisure, approved the decision. Source 1 Source 2
- The 'Rebel Borough' theme celebrates Haringey's history of activism. Source 1 Source 2
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