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On what would have been the late dub poet’s 67th birthday, his musical collaborators remember his warmth, invigorating words and reflections on the state of the world

The dub poet, who appeared in hit BBC show Peaky Blinders, died at the age of 65 in December 2023, shortly after being diagnosed with a brain tumour.

From Neneh Cherry to Ghetts, there’s a lot going on in the capital

Judi Dench talking Shakespeare, conversations with bestsellers Marian Keyes and David Nicholls, and a deep dive into the day’s news with Independent journalists and leading thinkers – this year’s Hay Festival programme is fit to burst with unmissable events. Jessie Thompson picks the highlights

The tribute will be unveiled in Handsworth Park, near where the poet grew up, after the accidental removal of another artwork in the city

Council contractor says sorry amid anger at removal of artwork of poet from an underpass in Hockley area

Delve into the hypnotic world of lyrical literature

Nicolas Kent writes: He always accepted honorary doctorates because the idea of education and studying was paramount

Wellwishers are asked to plant flowers in Birmingham-born poet’s name or donate to Vegan Society or Inquest