Banksy confirms new London mural at Centrepoint

Banksy has officially claimed a new mural in London, posting on Instagram to confirm its authenticity. The black-and-white artwork appeared on the perimeter of Centrepoint on Tottenham Court Road. It depicts two children lying on their backs looking upward, with one child in a cap beside a larger figure pointing at the skyscraper. Curator Stefano Antonelli, who has organized Banksy exhibitions in Italy, noted Centrepoint's history: in 1974, activists occupied the 34-story tower to highlight homelessness. The mural is interpreted as a critique of the UK housing crisis, echoing Banksy's 2019 Brighton piece on homelessness. The artist continues using urban space to spotlight unresolved social issues, particularly during the Christmas season.