“Southampton has always been a city built on diversity and hard work — people coming together from all walks of life to make something better." Southampton residents and organizations raise concerns over large anti-migrant demonstration planned for Sunday. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/10/24/s...

We are changing how we do things over on Facebook, with the aim of creating a less toxic space, where we can seek to understand, be understood and help to build communities. If you use Facebook, please come and join the conversation. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/10/22/i...

"We don’t want our community to be divided” The local people who are regularly taking to the streets with a message of welcome to refugees in Southampton. “We welcome refugees” – on the street with the counter-protesters www.in-common.co.uk/2025/10/20/w...

Young Southampton band Welly were absolutely superb in their home city on Wednesday night. Catch them as soon as you can!

"The energetic delivery in their performance coupled with tunes that you’ll have in your head for days guarantees smiles all round." See the full gig review of Welly at Southampton's Papillon. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/10/16/r...

I can't claim to being a TV fan back in the day, but I was never going to turn down the chance to speak to Wendy James or review her gig at The Brook. I have a lot of admiration for an artist who still loves what she does and appreciates those who come to watch her do it.

"Rock n roll runs through her veins" See the full gig review of Wendy James at The Brook. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/10/12/r...

"One could be mistaken for thinking that leaving the ECHR is akin to cancelling a gym membership." See our latest reader's letter: Are Reform already making promises they can’t keep? www.in-common.co.uk/2025/10/09/r...

"I can look back to this point and say that I didn't just stand by and watch it happen - I put my freedom and comfort on the line." See our latest reader's experience piece: "I've been arrested twice for supporting pro-Palestine group" www.in-common.co.uk/2025/09/17/e...

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"In politics, this tactic has a name: the “dead cat strategy.” It describes how a shocking or divisive topic is thrown into public debate to distract attention from deeper problems. Right now, immigration is our dead cat." See our latest opinion piece. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/09/14/o...

I tried Gaza Cola & it 100% passes the taste test. I've been wanting to try it but online it's in multipacks & I didn't want to buy loads if it wasn't good. I'm not buying the well known cola brands so am pleased to have an ethical alternative - all profits go to rebuilding hospitals in Gaza.

I did an interview with The Guardian about how Bastille helped me pull myself out of life changing covid anxiety. www.theguardian.com/culture/2025...

As Starmer’s government rolls back progress on trans rights and panders to bigotry, I ask: is this the most anti-LGBT+ government since Thatcher? And what will @laboursatvir.bsky.social and Darren Paffey do to stand up to it? My piece for @incommon.bsky.social www.in-common.co.uk/2025/09/06/o...

This message from Palestinian journalist, Wael Al-Dahdouh, must echo across the world. Wael continued to report from occupied Gaza after his wife and children were killed by Israeli forces.

“In the 90s, we’d swan around thinking we’re the best thing ever, then it stops and you think ‘well what went wrong there?’ It’s almost like having a second bite of the cherry, really." Full interview with Rick Witter of Shed Seven @shedsevenofficial.bsky.social www.in-common.co.uk/2025/09/04/i...

Placeholder Poetry returns to Southampton with Elvire Roberts, Verity Spott & Christina Thatcher. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/21/p...

"To give in to hostility, would be to betray our own history & identity. This is why those of us who reject hate must also reject silence." Latest reader's opinion piece, calling for Southampton to stand up against hatred & celebrate being a City of Sanctuary. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/19/s...

Ahead of this year's Victorious Festival, this weekend here's a round up of what we loved (besides the bands) last year: www.in-common.co.uk/2024/08/27/v...

Heritage: The boundaries of Southampton. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/16/h...

Mary Poppins is set to make a spectacular return to Southampton's Mayflower Theatre this month. We caught up with cast member and Southampton's own Darcy Finden, ahead of the show. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/18/m...

In case you missed it: Genre spanning American artist, Bartees Strange, visits The Joiners in Southampton on Tuesday 26 August to showcase his latest album, Horror, which has received critical acclaim. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/15/i...

In case you missed it: Southampton's 2 day Pride event returns this weekend. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/22/p...

"It was a joyful, emotional, moving and ultimately life affirming evening" See the full gig review of Charlie Barnes with support from Ukesnaile at Aces & Eights last night. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/14/r...

Football is back…and back with a bang. Find out why our Saints columnist is so cheerful and see if you agree with him in our latest View from the Kingsland column. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/14/v...

Sherlock Holmes fans can enjoy another mystery adventure with the fictional detective in Winchester next month. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/14/p...

"In the face of such explicit hatred, one is surely a mass demonstration of joy. That’s what Sunday can be, and so we ask you to join us to celebrate who we are." See our latest reader's opinion piece: 'why I'm standing up for refugees in our city' www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/13/o...

Anti-racists groups invite locals to take part in counter-demonstration in Southampton on Sunday www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/12/a...

Southampton Ukulele Jam's incredible uke30 hour marathon raises more than 10 times target for 4 local charities - and counting www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/11/s...

Huge - in all senses - dinosaur event comes to Royal Victoria Country Park - Hampshire County Council this summer. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/11/t...

"this literary snobbery is outdated" See our latest books column: big book awards: is there a place for horror, fantasy, and sci-fi? www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/02/o...

The Wickham Festival struck lucky on the opening day, escaping the worst of the weather. See the review of day 1 at the Hampshire festival. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/01/r...

"It was a memorable day when the England Women’s Team brought home the UEFA cup. But it was even more memorable for me because I was somewhere I never would have predicted." One reader shares their journey from football outsider to team player & fan. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/08/01/e...

Southampton Stand Up To Racism & Trades Council counter protests on August 1st and 8th www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/31/s...

Skinny Lister return to Southampton this winter www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/30/s...

Southampton charities to get a boost from ukulele record attempt www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/30/s...

Kaiser Chiefs to replace Michael Kiwanuka at Victorious www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/29/k...

I'm taking part in this in a few weeks. Would be amazing if you'd sub to our YouTube and catch us on the livestream! www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/14/l... #Ukulele #FolkPunk #Charity @sotonukejam.bsky.social @incommon.bsky.social

Blue Apple Theatre creates high-quality opportunities for performers with learning disabilities to take centre stage www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/28/t...

New music festival comes to the New Forest this September www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/28/a...

Future Arts Centres’ national campaign, Our Freedom: Then and Now. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/24/t...

Horrible Histories fans - this show is for you. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/24/p...

"It all came together seamlessly to give this the feel of a big West End production" See the full review of Top Hat at Chichester Festival Theatre www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/25/r...

"a small window to dream and hope" Our Saints fan in residence, Nick Mabey, reflects on the preseason knowns and unknowns for his beloved Southampton FC. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/24/v...

See our latest reader's letter: Southampton local and independent business “Call to Action” with love from SOUTHAMPTON UKULELE JAM (SUJ) www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/23/l...

See our latest reader's letter: Southampton local and independent business “Call to Action” with love from SOUTHAMPTON UKULELE JAM (SUJ) www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/23/l...

"a true edge-of-the-seat thriller" See the full review of The Girl on the Train at Southampton's Mayflower Theatre, starring Laura Whitmore. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/23/r...

Southampton Pride, incorporating Trans Pride Southampton, returns to the city next month for two days of celebration and protest. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/22/p...

Will Southampton get a Match Girl Strike memorial? See our latest heritage article: www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/18/h...

Young people aged 7 – 18 can take part in play-making days in Winchester August. www.in-common.co.uk/2025/07/17/c...