We would like your views on whether or not we should introduce a controlled parking zone (CPZ) in your area.
We previously consulted on a larger zone but, following feedback from residents and assessment of parking pressure, we are now proposing a smaller zone covering the streets where there is most parking pressure, and where we have had requests from residents for controlled parking.
We know that asking people to pay for parking when times are tough is difficult. However, we also...More
We would like your views on whether or not we should introduce a controlled parking zone (CPZ) in your area.
We previously consulted on a larger zone but, following feedback from residents and assessment of parking pressure, we are now proposing a slightly smaller zone covering the streets where there have been the most requests from residents for controlled parking.
We are aware that Lambeth Council have recently implemented a controlled parking zone in Tulse Hill,...More
We would like your views on whether or not we should introduce a controlled parking zone (CPZ) in your area.We previously consulted on a larger zone but, following feedback from residents and assessment of parking pressure, we are now proposing a smaller zone covering the streets where there is most parking pressure, and where we have had requests from residents for controlled parking.
We know that asking people to pay for parking when times are tough is difficult. However, we also know...More
We want to hear your views on proposed improvements along Dulwich Village and Calton Avenue.
We have revised our proposals following public feedback received during Phase 2 consultation in November and December 2022, and in line with Southwark’s new approach to Streets for People .
We have addressed concerns including safety for vulnerable road users; reducing traffic congestion along Dulwich Village, and improving the quality of the public...More
Tell us your thoughts on Peckham
We want the views of the people who live, work in and visit Peckham on:
the buildings, spaces and places
what works well in the design of the areas and what doesn’t.
The survey will help us make decisions about the area about what we should protect, and what we should try to change.
Click on the link at the bottom of the page to choose an area on the map and complete a short survey.
We look forward to hearing from you by...More
Overview
The extension of working families’ funded early years provision to firstly 2 year-old and subsequently 9 month-old pupils, has led the Department for Education (DfE) to review its rules regarding local authorities’ funding arrangements for early years providers.
The DfE consulted on proposed changes between July 21st 2023 and September 8th 2023 and published its response to the consultation on November 29th, 2023.
As a consequence of...More
Tell us what you think about plans for a camera-controlled 'School Street' on Old James Street.
We have worked with Rye Oak Primary School to develop plans for a 'School Street' on Old James Street, between the junctions with Scylla Road and Nunhead Lane. Using Automatic Number-Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras, motor vehicles would be banned from travelling through this section of road during school opening and closing hours (up to an hour each morning and afternoon). There...More
This survey is for all young people (under 18) in Southwark. It is important that young people are involved in decisions that impact their futures and their voices are heard. This is why we have designed a survey for young people.
The survey asks about what improvements you would like to see in your street. It also asks about your experience of walking and cycling and how this can be improved.
The survey takes 6 minutes to fill out.
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Tell us what you think about plans for a camera-controlled 'School Street' on Verney Road.
We have worked with John Keats Primary School to develop plans for a 'School Street' on Verney Road, between the junctions with Verney Way and St James's Road. Using Automatic Number-Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras, motor vehicles would be banned from travelling through this section of road during school opening and closing hours (up to an hour each morning and afternoon). There would be...More
Help us take the right steps to improve women’s safety
In 2021, Southwark Council’s Safer Communities Team conducted its first ever Women’s Safety Survey. To learn about women’s experiences in the borough and understand how safe women feel living, working, going to school and travelling in Southwark.
Findings provided invaluable insight about how to improve the safety of all women in Southwark. For this, we want to say thank you.
For information...More
Our priority is to improve the services and opportunities we offer to the people of Southwark. Digital needs to be at the front and center of how we achieve this. Continually improving the way we manage our technology and digital services is crucial if we are to respond to local needs, operate with reduced budgets, and keep up with changes in the technology world. Creating a detailed roadmap within the strategy that outlines specific milestones and objectives for the digital...More
Take a look at Southwark's draft Walking Plan, part of a set of Streets for People plans, and tell us what you think about our proposals to make Southwark a borough built for pedestrians.
You can read the full Walking Plan here.
The plan is split into a series of sections, with specific proposals in each part:
Going outside. Objective 1: Providing a safe and accessible pedestrian environment.
Going places. Objective 2: Creating a connected network of...More
Take a look at Southwark's draft Electric Vehicle (EV) Plan, part of a set of Streets for People plans, and tell us what you think about our proposals to make Southwark a borough which can respond to the increasing demand for EV infrastructure.
You can read the full Electric Vehicle Plan here.
The plan is split into a series of sections, with specific proposals in each part:
EV Charging at Home
EV Charging at your destination
A Growing EV Network
...More
Take a look at Southwark's draft Cycling Plan, part of a set of Streets for People plans, and tell us what you think about our proposals to make Southwark a borough where cycling is the fastest and most direct way to travel.
You can read the full Cycling Plan here.
The plan is split into a series of sections, with specific proposals in each part:
Getting ready to ride
Getting on your bike
Getting where you're going
The survey that follows has...More
Overview
Local Authorities (LAs) are required to publish Schemes for Financing Schools, setting out the financial relationship between them and the schools they maintain. The School and Early Years Finance Regulations (England) 2023, Schedule 5 sets out the minimum content of those schemes.
The Department for Education provides Statutory Guidance (Issue 15, updated 31 March 2023) about the contents, but there is local discretion on...More
We want to improve sport facilities in parks, to encourage people to lead healthier lives in their local community.
Over the past few years, w ith funding support from the Lawn Tennis Association, we have improved tennis courts across seven park sites (Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park, Southwark Park, Burgess Park, Belair Park, Brunswick Park, Dulwich Park, and Honor Oak Park).
Dulwich Park has been given an additional opportunity to resurface...More
Use this form to comment on the bike hangar(s) that have been proposed for where you live.
Part of the council’s commitment to supporting healthier forms of travel, funding has been awarded for bike hangars across the borough. We will be looking to install the new bike hangars in several locations shown in the maps below.
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Tell us what changes we can make to the streets in the North Peckham area to make it easier to walk, wheel, cycle or just spend time in the area.
A few years ago we introduced a number of measures in the streets around North Peckham, to reduce motor vehicle traffic and make the streets safer for walking and cycling. These measures have been in a 'temporary' form ever since.
Now we will be installing permanent infrastructure at these locations. While we are doing so, we would like...More
Have your say on short breaks in Southwark.
The council is reviewing and consulting on how short breaks are delivered for adults with Learning Disabilities. This will involve continuing to provide specialist overnight short breaks where appropriate, whilst providing a range of options to individuals who are assessed as being eligible for specialist short breaks.
We want to make sure that anyone who uses the service; carers and others, can offer their...More
Tell us what changes we can make to the streets in the Brunswick Park area to make it easier to walk, wheel, cycle or just spend time in the area.
A few years ago we introduced a number of measures in the streets around Brunswick Park, to reduce motor vehicle traffic and make the streets safer for walking and cycling. These measures have been in 'temporary' form since then.
Now we will be installing permanent infrastructure at these locations. While we are doing so, we would like...More
This survey is for people who are currently pregnant, have been pregnant in the last 12 months or are planning a pregnancy in the next 12 months.
To support pregnant people to be more active and eat healthily in South East London, please help us by completing this survey.
Tell us about your physical activity and healthy eating preferences during pregnancy.
We are asking you what types of physical activity and healthy eating advice you would or would have...More
Tell us what changes we can make to the streets in the East Faraday area to make it easier to walk, wheel, cycle or just spend time in the area.
A few years ago we introduced a number of measures in the streets around East Faraday, to reduce motor vehicle traffic and make the streets safer for walking and cycling. These measures have been in a 'temporary' form ever since. Locations include:
Bagshot Street: Adding a traffic filter between junction with Smyrk's Road and Mina Road....More
Southwark Youth Parliament (SYP) is a group of young people, elected by young people to represent the voices of young people through their schools and neighbourhoods. SYP support the Council’s engagement with young people and work on developing more exciting and involving ways of addressing priority topics that matter most to young people in Southwark.
From 25 to 29 September 2023, you can have your say by voting for the people you want to represent you.
We are looking for two...More
The map below shows the wide range of Streets for People schemes that we have already undertaken since 2020. Click on the different features in the key, or zoom in to look at your area.
Now you can tell us about features you would like to see in future in your neighbourhood by completing our survey .
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Tell us what you think of our design proposals
In January 2022, we commissioned architects Assemble and landscape architects Local Works, to re-design Bramcote Park, after winning an open competition, hosted by New London Architecture.
Since being appointed the design team has consulted local residents, to find out what improvements to the park they would like to see. Their ideas were considered and pulled together to create a proposal that aims...More
We are going to set up a forum for disabled people in Southwark to help us do things better for disabled people, their family and carers.
This will be a way for disabled people to talk directly with council staff about the things that matter to you.
First meeting
We are having a first meeting on 25th September in the evening, at the Southwark Resource Centre . This is to plan how our Forum is going to work.
The Southwark Resource Centre is fully accessible and has quiet...More
This survey is to get your views on how to make the borough as prepared as possible for the impacts of climate change.
Have you experienced your home or place of work being too hot in recent years, or maybe you have been flooded after some heavy rain?
Tell us about your experiences to help us make our draft strategy as helpful as possible for all of Southwark.
Why we need this strategy
The climate emergency remains the challenge of our time,...More
Tell us what you think about plans for a new cycle route (Cycle 35) along Peckham Rye between Nunhead Lane and Stuart Road.
The whole route will eventually continue to Brockley Mews, but in this phase we are just looking at the section on Peckham Rye.
This section will include an off-road two-way cycle lane for the length of Peckham Rye, with tactile paving at crossings to encourage people cycling to slow and look out for people walking.
There will be raised road surfaces...More
We want to hear your views on the new design for Peckham Rye Park adventure playground. In January 2023 we consulted on making improvements to the adventure playground in addition to the outdoor facilities including the equipment and landscape.
You told us;
The big swings are the most popular items of equipment
The zip-wire is also popular
You like the open space around the equipment and the nature
You wanted new...More
Nursery Row Park
As part of Southwark’s parks and regeneration programme, we are investing in Nursery Row Park.
Have your say and help us make improvements at 2 key areas
Initial Proposals at East Street Entrance
We have suggested changing the entrance at East Street to:
• make it greener
• make it more welcoming
• increase the...More