A 44 year old Streatham man’s been convicted of benefit fraud after claiming he was in receipt of sick pay for four years even though he was working. Yahya Serar, of Amesbury Avenue, Leigham Court Estate, was receiving benefits in 2009 as a result of his being off sick from work. He failed to inform … Continue reading
A day of action, called Brixton Unite, is being run by Lambeth council and the Met’s Trident Gang Crime Commandfollowing two police operations against gang activity linked to the borough. Lambeth police, Trident, the British Transport Police, and the council are determined to work with the community to reduce the harm caused by gangs. The … Continue reading
The average age of a Lambeth council worker plummeted last week thanks to 21 local school pupils. The council opened its doors to 14- and 15-year-olds from Elmgreen School in Tulse Hill for their week of work experience. The students took on a variety of roles, working with teams in planning, libraries, legal services and … Continue reading
Former prime minister Tony Blair has paid tribute to Lambeth Mayor, Cllr Mark Bennett following his sudden death on Tuesday. Cllr Bennett, 44, who had served as Mayor of Lambeth since March 2013, is believed to have died from a heart attack. Tony Blair said: “I first got to know Mark as a talented and … Continue reading
Lambeth is in mourning today following the shock death of the borough’s much loved mayor, Councillor Mark Bennett. Cllr Bennett, 44, who was first elected onto the council in October 2005 and represented the Streatham South ward, passed away in hospital this morning (Feb4). He is believed to have suffered a heart attack. Cllr Lib … Continue reading
Lambeth council has given the go ahead for the redevelopment of the Keybridge House site in Vauxhall that will bring over 100 jobs, 419 new homes and space secured for a new two-form entry primary school to meet additional demand generated by the area’s predicted population growth. The building, formerly a purpose built telecommunications centre … Continue reading
Oxford firm White October and Lambeth Council have created an interactive challenge, called the Lambeth Parks Challenge, that lets people build and run their own virtual green spaces. The challenge has been developed to get more people involved in maintaining and running the boroughs parks, and to get feedback from residents on how they want … Continue reading
Lambeth council has cut the number of parking tickets issued by more than 25 per cent, which equals around 63,000 less, over the last four years. The council issued 250,000 penalty charge notices in the financial year 2009/10 – but that figure is falling to an expected 187,000 in 2013/14. Cllr Imogen Walker, Cabinet Member … Continue reading
The introduction of new, smaller wheelie bins has seen Lambeth residents change their behaviour by recycling more and cutting the amount of rubbish just thrown away by more than 25 per cent. The changes, which are part of the council’s waste minimisation strategy, are not only better for the environment but are also expected to … Continue reading
Lambeth Mayor Cllr Mark Bennett today donated fresh fruit and vegetables for distribution through the borough’s foodbank network. The delivery included seasonal essentials such as sprouts, parsnips and clementines, and other groceries including pineapples, plantains, bananas, potatoes, carrots, apples, garlic and onions. Cllr Bennett made the delivery to the West Norwood branch of his chosen … Continue reading
The Lambeth Youth Council elections on Thursday night saw 17-year-old Jacqueline Gomes-Neves named as the borough’s new Youth Mayor. The A-level student from Loughborough Junction who attends Sacred Heart Catholic School, currently in Trafalgar Street, Camberwell, is the borough’s first female Youth Mayor. Cllr Rachel Heywood, Cabinet Member for Children and Families, said: “The Lambeth … Continue reading
Lambeth council is set to become the first council in the country to offer its residents greater involvement in decisions over their local parks. On Monday, December 9 Lambeth council’s cabinet will discuss a report which recommends giving more power to communities and parks groups as part of Lambeth’s ‘Cooperative Parks Programme’.The Cooperative Parks Programme … Continue reading
Lambeth council has marked its commitment to supporting soldiers, sailors, airmen and their families who live in the borough by signing the Armed Forces Community Covenant on Wednesday (November 6). The Covenant is designed to reflect the bond between a local community and the armed forces. It complements the national Armed Forces Covenant, which outlines … Continue reading
Lambeth Council’s free fireworks display will be held tonight (November 5) at Brockwell Park. The event from 5pm to 10pm will also feature a fun fair, food stalls, bar and roaming entertainers in addition to a fireworks display. To allow the popular event to run smoothly some of the roads around the park will be … Continue reading
Lambeth Council’s plan to reduce the number of office buildings it runs and to redevelop Lambeth Town Hall in Brixton have been given the go-ahead. The decision was made at Lambeth Council’s Cabinet meeting at the town hall last night (November 4). Cllr Paul McGlone, Cabinet Member for Finance, said at the meeting: “This is … Continue reading
In a London first Lambeth Council could use new laws to stop nightclubs and bars in part of the borough serving alcohol after midnight. A public consultation will get the views of local residents and businesses to help understand the impact of alcohol related anti-social behaviour and public nuisance linked to three specific venues in … Continue reading
Counterfeit goods worth more than £500,000 on the streets of south London have been handed to a charity for redistribution across the borough and Africa. Fake iPhones, Obey caps, Beats by Dre headphones, Dior sunglasses and clothes are among the haul seized by Lambeth Council’s Trading Standards team and being today handed to charity His … Continue reading
Lambeth Council has made significant strides in turning around the lives of families in the borough, working under the Government’s Troubled Families scheme. According to new figures, the council has helped 116 families in Lambeth without a working adult, where children are skipping school or members involved in crime and anti-social behaviour. The initiative, which … Continue reading
In a London-wide first Lambeth Council is proposing a one-strike and you’re out for policy for off-licenses that sell alcohol to kids. Currently the council needed to prove three cases where the law had been broken before it can stop an off-license selling alcohol. The move comes as Lambeth looks at using new laws to … Continue reading
Beggars and street drinkers have been arrested and referred to support services during an operation to help people change their lifestyles. Lambeth Council, Lambeth police, the UK Border Agency and CRI – the national social care and health charity – are now working with 11 people taken into custody on Thursday. Cllr Lib Peck, Lambeth … Continue reading
Today’s GCSE results show that this year’s crop of pupils have excelled in their exams, with more pupils than ever getting a five of more of the qualifications with a good mark. In the borough the number of students getting five or more A* to C-grade GSCEs, including English and Maths rating has gone up … Continue reading
Lambeth Council has launched a new legal challenge against Government legislation allowing offices in employment generating areas being turned into flats. Judicial Review papers have been filed by the council on the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government. They call for Brixton town centre, Streatham town centre and the borough’s key industrial business … Continue reading
Lambeth council deputy leader, Cllr Jackie Meldrum, is encouraging people to visit Herne Hill and support it’s flood hit business. After a water main burst in the early hours of Wednesday, August 7, water poured into businesses in Herne Hill town centre. Cllr Meldrum visited the scene of the flooding in Herne Hill on Wednesday … Continue reading
One of London’s first projects to close selected roads to through traffic and turn them into Play Streets, is about to start in Lambeth. Guernsey Grove in Herne Hill and Hexham Road in West Norwood will be the first two streets to hold play street days, with more to follow in the New Year. The … Continue reading
Two children from Woodmansterne Primary School in Stockport Road, Streatham have seen road signs that they designed being attached to lamp posts outside their school. Year four pupil Laura Kryger and Year one pupil Elisha Thomas Ingram watched as Lambeth Council contractors, FM Conway, put up the first of their signs up in Stockport Road. … Continue reading
Cllr Lib Peck, Lambeth Council leader, said: “The fire in Prentis Road, Streatham will have been very alarming for people, particularly the elderly residents who have had to leave the Glebe sheltered housing temporarily and those who have been evacuated from their homes and businesses. “We are doing all we can to help and support … Continue reading
Lambeth council has launched a new Lambeth Country Show voluntary contribution scheme to maintain the tradition of free entry to south London’s biggest and best community festival. Donations can be made online and by text as well in cash to volunteers at the entrance ways at the event in Brockwell Park on July 20 and … Continue reading
Work has been completed on a new playground for under-sixes in Lambeth North under an £77,050 project to give local children new opportunities to enjoy fun and safe exercise. Work on putting the play equipment in at Lambeth Walk Doorstep Green off Fitzalan Street started on Monday, April 22 and an official opening event will … Continue reading
Lambeth council announced on Wednesday (July 3) the creation of Lambeth Communications (LamCo). LamCo is a new company which will work with local authorities across the country to transform their communications. LamCo will offer a unique service to local authorities: 1. Deliver exceptional communications. Lambeth’s communications team have been transformed in recent years, LamCo will use … Continue reading
The line-up has been announced for the main music stage at this year’s Lambeth Country Show which this year will be held on July 20 and July 21. Highlights include 1990s club anthem diva Alison Limerick, veteran kings of Afro-pop Osibisa, roots reggae survivor Max Romeo and Madness offshoot the Lee Thompson Ska Orchestra. They … Continue reading
Loan sharks in Lambeth will come under new pressure with the council set sign up to a national agreement to tackle illegal money lenders. If adopted when the council’s cabinet meets on Monday, the England Illegal Money Lending Team Investigations protocol will apply in the borough until March 2015. Cllr Jack Hopkins, Lambeth council Cabinet … Continue reading
Abusive teenage relationships are being tackled by Lambeth Council through a new awareness campaign. The council recognises that some teens think verbal and physically attacks are acceptable and is running ‘This is abuse’ with the Home Office to challenge the behaviour. The campaign, which starts on Tuesday, June 4, will feature posters across the borough, … Continue reading
A three name shortlist for West Norwood’s new £14.2million health and leisure centre has been announced, with residents now invited to choose their favourite. After more than 100 suggestions from locals, voting to choose either Norwood Hall; West Norwood Health and Leisure Centre; or West Norwood Meadows will start on June 1. Councillor Jackie Meldrum, … Continue reading
Lambeth council is helping residents get a better deal on their household fuel bills through the power of collective bargaining. The Big London Energy Switch sees 21 councils negotiate with energy suppliers through an auction process with the aim of getting a better deal for all participating residents. It was first was carried out in … Continue reading
Lambeth council has helped six people into work improving the borough’s eco-credentials. Social enterprise group Community Draught Busters (CDB) began a draught-proofing programme at the town hall in Brixton on Tuesday, May 7. In keeping with the council’s More Jobs campaign, all council contracts contain commitments to create jobs and apprenticeship opportunities. Lambeth-based Community Draught … Continue reading
Lambeth Council is tackling any potential measles outbreak by trying to make sure as many children as possible get the MMR jab. Measles is very infectious, at best causing several days of misery, but in some cases can lead to serious complications and even death. Cllr Jim Dickson, Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing, said: … Continue reading
Lambeth council’s compost king and nappy champion has reached the final of a national green awards. Waste Development Officer Philip O’Keeffe has been shortlisted in the 2013 Awards for Excellence in Recycling and Waste Management for his efforts. He has worked hard to promote real nappies, boosted composting and encouraged recycling. Cllr Imogen Walker, Cabinet … Continue reading
A lot of development is planned for Lambeth over the next 15 years and new homes, shops and offices mean more residents and visitors to Lambeth. Development is great for the borough bringing more jobs and opportunities but it is important that the right infrastructure is in place to support it. Lambeth Council has published … Continue reading
Litter patrols are to be increased in town centres from the beginning of April after Lambeth Council put an extra £250,000 into keeping the borough clean this year. Continue reading
Major investment is on the way for West Norwood and Streatham town centres after Lambeth Council successfully bid for almost £3 million from the Mayor of London’s Outer London Fund Round 2. The funding will be used to improve the look of the town centres, as well as to support a range of cultural and … Continue reading
The percentage of people who recycle regularly has rocketed over the last year resulting in major financial savings for the borough, Lambeth Council has revealed. An average of 81 per cent of people now regularly put out orange recycling sacks for collection each week, compared to 44 per cent a year ago. On some rounds … Continue reading
Paul O’Grady – aka Lily Savage – returned to his Vauxhall roots on Thursday (16 February) to help locals celebrate the completion of a project to renovate one of London’s most historic public spaces. Continue reading
The first new public leisure centre to open in Lambeth in 30 years throws open its doors to the public in February, six months ahead of the start of the Olympics. At a time of severe spending cuts, Lambeth Council’s new Clapham Leisure Centre is bucking the trend, offering high quality but affordable 21st century … Continue reading
Lambeth Council has sent a warning to people who abuse blue badges following a string of court convictions. Blue badges are reserved for elderly and disabled motorists to make parking easier, but the system is regularly abused, denying people the parking spaces they are entitled to. In a recent round of prosecutions at Camberwell Green … Continue reading
