RACE CASE: Two of the Stephen Lawrence murder

inquiry suspects accused of racially-harassing on off-duty police officer appeared at

Belmarsh Magistrates last Wednesday. David Norris, 24, and Neil Acourt, 25, are due to attend Woolwich Crown Court at 9.30am on January 20.

SUPPORTIVE SINGING: Lewisham Victim Support will be holding a collection in the town tomorrow, December 20. Choirs from Catford Girls secondary school and Sandhurst Road primary will be singing for shoppers from 5pm to 8pm near Ponti's in Lewisham Shopping Centre. All cash will be donated to help the victims of crime.

BIG DEAL: The New Cross Gate New Deal for Communities is looking for residents to help assess, prioritise and recommend initiatives. The three community panels will look at education and employment, housing environment, crime and health, leisure culture and sport. Training and help with childcare will be provided. Call Alison on 020 8314 8807.

DOME DECISION: A new owner for the Millennium Dome could be decided by the Government this week. A number of different companies in discussion with the Department for Transport Local Government and the Regions include The Wellcome Trust, Meridian Delta and Tops Estates.

December 19, 2001 10:30