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Benjamin Zephaniah: for him, poetry was all about communication

The prolific author of poetry, plays and stories for adults and children was subversive, playful and political

The Guardian - UK

Cillian Murphy remembers ‘proud Brummie and Peaky Blinder’ Benjamin Zephaniah

Murphy paid tribute to the late poet as ‘a truly gifted and beautiful human being’

The Independent UK

Benjamin Zephaniah was a genuine radical – I’ll never forget the time I spent with him

The muscular multicultural Britain that we enjoy today owes so much to the late poet and writer’s fearless work, says writer Nels Abbey

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Benjamin Zephaniah obituary

Poet, performer and actor hailed as one of Britain’s most outspoken and original literary voices

The Guardian - UK

I met Benjamin Zephaniah several times – he was as open and kind-hearted as his poetry

Helen Brown interviewed the poet and writer on many occasions before his death. Here, she speaks about what made him so special, both to herself and her autistic son on whom his poetry had such a profound effect

The Independent UK

‘A hero to millions’: Benjamin Zephaniah remembered by Michael Rosen, Kae Tempest and more

The acclaimed writer and poet for children and adults has died aged 65. Here, leading contemporaries pay tribute

The Guardian - UK

'Peaky Blinders' actor Benjamin Zephaniah passes away at 65

He played the role of Jeremiah Jesus in 'Peaky Blinders.' According to a statement posted to Zephaniah's official Instagram account, he died on Thursday after being diagnosed with a brain tumor eight weeks ago, as per Variety, a US-based media outlet. Read further on Dynamite News:

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When Loyle Carner met his hero, Benjamin Zephaniah

Carner pays tribute to ‘the man that gave me my name’ in heartfelt post after Zephiniah’s death on Thursday

The Independent UK

How Benjamin Zephaniah’s brilliant performance in Peaky Blinders brought him to a wider global audience

Much loved writer and poet brought genuine Birmingham charm to the BBC period crime drama

The Independent UK

A sandy place, a recipe for a nation and a Christmas plea: three poems by Benjamin Zephaniah

As writers and readers pay tribute to the poet, here are three works reflecting his care and concern for refugees, for justice and for our need to feel we belong

The Guardian - UK

Share your tributes and memories of Benjamin Zephaniah

We would like to hear your memories of Benjamin Zephaniah – whether you met him, worked with him, or enjoyed his work

The Guardian - UK

Poet and author Benjamin Zephaniah dies aged 65

He turned down an OBE in 2003 writing: "Benjamin Zephaniah OBE - no way Mr Blair, no way Mrs Queen. I am profoundly anti-empire."

Evening Standard

Tributes pour in for Talking Turkeys poet Benjamin Zephaniah after he dies ‘with wife by his side’ - live

‘Talking Turkeys’ writer and activist was diagnosed with a brain tumour eight weeks ago

The Independent UK

Benjamin Zephaniah: Cillian Murphy leads tributes to Peaky Blinders co-star following poet's death at 65

He turned down an OBE in 2003 writing: "Benjamin Zephaniah OBE - no way Mr Blair, no way Mrs Queen. I am profoundly anti-empire."

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Benjamin Zephaniah, British poet and campaigner, dies aged 65

The dub poet and author of collections including Talking Turkeys has died of a brain tumour

The Independent UK

Benjamin Zephaniah, pioneering poet and Peaky Blinders star, dies aged 65

Zephaniah was diagnosed with a brain tumour eight weeks ago

The Guardian - UK

Michael Mansfield KC: ‘The two-party system is a straitjacket’

The barrister famous for his work on landmark cases such as Grenfell, Stephen Lawrence and the Birmingham Six has written a book about fighting injustice

The Independent UK

The best TV shows, books and podcasts about Windrush

Windrush Day falls in June 22. By Yolanthe Fawehinmi.

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‘Frankenchicken’ farming in England against animal welfare law, high court told

Groups say Thérèse Coffey has failed to monitor and prosecute farmers for practice, which causes severe health problems

The Independent UK

Animal welfare charity takes Government to court over Frankenchickens

The Humane League said ministers had misinterpreted the law in allowing farmers to breed fast-growing chickens.

Evening Standard

Peaky Blinders dance show at Troubadour Wembley Park review: a rousing evening

This is a cracking night out even if it is a dance of two halves

Liverpool Echo

Liverpool FC legend John Barnes to be celebrated in tribute

Poet Joseph Roberts' 'One Common Goal' pays tribute to the former Liverpool FC player, who faced racist abuse

Manchester Evening News

The Peaky Blinders dance that wowed Commonwealth Games is going on tour - where you can see it

It wowed the crowds at the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Games - and Salford's Lowry Theatre will be among the venues to host it in 2023

The Guardian - UK

Lenny Henry’s Caribbean Britain review – a controlled explosion of joy

While it doesn’t ignore the years of racism and prejudice, this is a warm celebration of Caribbean contributions to UK culture … and it couldn’t come at a more important time

Evening Standard

Londoner’s Diary: Benjamin Zephaniah decries ‘ridiculous police stops’

Diary today: Poet on the police / Imran Khan’s loyal brother in law / Jeremy Vine twitches / Oliviers back stage / Jess Phillips doesn’t want to be leader / What hopes for Rishi?

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