Southwark is the proud host of several hundred faith groups in the borough. People of faith come from all walks of life and are very diverse. In support of our Fairer Future Promises, we wish to develop a plan to guide a new relationship between faith groups, the council and the...More
We are now out for consultation on the introduction of an Article 4 Direction for the conversion of B1a (office) to C3 (residential) in the Central Activities Zone (CAZ) until 10 May 2018.
The council has introduced an Article 4 Direction to withdraw the permitted development rights for the...More
Introduction
While much of London has undergone rapid change over the last decade, not least in a bid to help meet the huge demand for housing, the Old Kent Road has remained relatively unchanged. But as that demand continues to increase, particularly for affordable and social housing,...More
We want to know how you would like us to spend the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funds that we are collecting from developments in the area.
CIL has largely replaced the s106 payments the Council received to mitigate the impact of new development in the area.
There are some...More
Quietways are part of a London-wide programme to implement a network of continuous and convenient cycle routes on less-busy streets across London. The routes are clearly marked to help cyclists find their way along roads they may never have cycled along before. Quietways are ideal for less...More
Overview
We committed to reviewing the existing bays alongside the arches on Camberwell Station Road.
People have told us that is huge demand for kerbside space on Camberwell Station Road, from business owners, visitors and residents.
The Council currently devotes a lot of resources...More
Southwark became a 20mph borough in March 2015. However, we have identified a number of sites where speeds regularly exceed 20mph, sometimes by a significant amount. This can increase the risk of accidents, as well as the risk that, when accidents occur, injuries may be more serious or even...More
The New Southwark Plan is a regeneration strategy for Southwark for which we have been working since 2013 and will provide an overarching strategy for managing growth and development across the borough. The plan will set out how we will deliver further regeneration and wider improvements to our...More
We are working to tackle digital exclusion in the borough. This means identifying, reaching out to and working with residents that are most likely to never have used the internet and those not likely to have basic online skills.
We have been piloting Digital Hubs in the borough since 2013 to...More
Walk Elephant is a community initiative to improve walking routes across the Elephant and Castle. In July 2017 we wrote to local people asking for feedback on our initial proposals for highway improvement works to Hampton Street and Steedman Street.
We have since taken on board your...More
Residents of Village Way in Dulwich have told us that there are issues with parking on their street. This appears to have increased since the implementation of parking restrictions in neighbouring streets.
We are proposing to extend the North Dulwich and Denmark Hill Controlled Parking Zone...More
Southwark’s Health and Wellbeing Board has developed a new Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA). This document assesses the need for pharmaceutical services within the borough, and compares this to pharmaceutical and other services that are currently provided, together with when and where...More
The council is now consulting on the application for a revised neighbourhood area on behalf of the 'Old Bermondsey Village Neighbourhood Forum to the neighbourhood area referred to as ‘Area A,’ designated by the council in 2014. The application seeks the designation for a revised area which...More
We have heard from residents that pavements in the North Camberwell area can be difficult for pedestrians and wheelchair users to use.
Southwark Council will be resurfacing the pavement and road in Benhill Road and Brunswick Park in 2018.
As we have a duty to maintain accessibility for all,...More
We are going to provide a much needed new special school for up to 120 pupils with Autism. The new Spa School Camberwell is proposed at 11 Southampton Way, SE5 7EW. This will provide the same high quality education as its partner school Spa School Bermondsey, which was awarded “Outstanding...More
Southwark Council has recently installed secure ground anchors within solo motorcycle bays on Tanner Street and Storks Road.
It is intended that the introduction of these security devices will make motorcycle bays more secure for riders.
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Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham (LSL) public health teams are updating their sexual health strategy for 2018-21, and are seeking feedback from interested parties on its development. We would like to invite stakeholders including clinical commissioning group staff, public health directors,...More
Southwark, like the rest of London, is changing. The council wants this change to work for all our residents – to help you and your families enjoy life, be healthy and thrive in Southwark.
With or without the council, the next few years will see new developments and buildings, new...More
Quietway 14 is a walking and cycling route between Blackfriars and Deptford. As part of this consultation, we are proposing to implement the section between Canada Water and South Dock, and would like your views.
What is a Quietway?
Quietways are a part of a Transport for London programme...More
We are now out for consultation on an immediate Article 4 Direction for the conversion of B1c (light industrial) to C3 (residential) until 9 November 2017.
The council has introduced an immediate Article 4 Directions to protect light industrial land uses on selected sites across the borough....More
Thank you for attending the Leader's Public Question Time event.
We'd love to know what you thought of the event - good and bad - so we can make the next one better. This feedback form is just one page and shouldn't take more than a couple of minutes to fill in.
Please feel free to be...More
Overview
Harper Road, in the Elephant and Castle area, is experiencing relatively high numbers of Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) compared to similar streets in the borough. This is a particular safety issue because:
the road is part of an upcoming cycle route (Southwark Spine),
...More
What is the Southwark Spine?
The Southwark Spine is a north-south walking and cycling route between East Dulwich and Borough which forms part of the network as detailed in the 2015 Southwark Cycling Strategy (click the link below for more information). The route is not just for experienced...More
Southwark Council offers lots of good quality courses for people to study for enjoyment or to learn English and maths. These courses help people get ready for work or to get a better job. More
Southwark Council is currently seeking feedback on proposals to improve the streetscape of Shad Thames.
How we got here:
In recent years Southwark Council has been working with key stakeholders and Ward Councillors to identify ways to improve the streets within the Shad Thames area.
5...More
Southwark Council is conducting a parking study in the Thorburn Square study area, shown in orange below.
A parking study is an opportunity for the council to assess the parking issues in a certain area by asking the local residents and businesses how they view parking on their street and...More
Dear ticket-holder
We would really appreciate it if you told us what you thought of our 2017 Fireworks Night, so we can make next year's event even better.
The survey should only take a couple of minutes to finish and even if you didn't make it, we'd still like to hear why. More
Building better lives and healthy communities
Wednesday 8 November from 6.30pm
InSpire, The Crypt At St Peters, Liverpool Grove, London, SE17 2HH
Buses run regularly along the Walworth Road from Camberwell Green and the Elephant and Castle. There is no parking at InSpire. ...More
Rotherhithe broadband resident survey
We are committed to being a digitally inclusive borough. Digital inclusion means ensuring our residents have access to everything the digital world has to offer. We believe access to good internet connections is an everyday necessity, which is why we are...More