Councillor Barrie Hargrove

Decision-making meeting, Old Kent Road Neighbourhood Community Meeting - Tuesday 10 March 2026 7.30 pm

The Old Kent Road Neighbourhood Community Meeting was scheduled to discuss the allocation of funds for local improvement projects. Key items on the agenda included the Devolved Highways Budget, the Cleaner Greener Safer programme, and the Neighbourhoods Fund, which would see significant sums allocated to community-led initiatives.

Housing Scrutiny Commission - Thursday, 5 March 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Housing Scrutiny Commission was scheduled to discuss progress on major works projects, the council's Good Landlord Plan, and issues related to empty homes. The meeting also included an interview with the Cabinet Member for Council Homes and a review of the commission's work programme.

Licensing Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 3 March 2026 - 10.00 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Southwark Council was scheduled to consider a summary review of the premises licence for Planet Nollywood, located at 319 Camberwell Road, London SE5 0HQ. This review was triggered by an application from the Metropolitan Police Service following a serious incident at the premises.

Audit, Governance and Standards (Civic Awards) Sub-Committee - Monday 2 March 2026 6.00 pm

The Audit, Governance and Standards (Civic Awards) Sub-Committee of Southwark Council was scheduled to consider nominations for the Civic Awards 2026. The meeting's agenda also included the approval of previous minutes and the confirmation of voting members.

Budget and Council Tax Setting Meeting, Council Assembly - Wednesday 25 February 2026 7.00 pm

The Council Assembly of Southwark Council met on Wednesday 25 February 2026 to set the budget and council tax for 2026-27. Key decisions included the approval of the final balanced budget, which incorporates an increase in Southwark's local Council Tax of 4.99%, and the noting of the Greater London Authority's proposed precept. The Assembly also formally moved and resolved the item concerning the proportionality and allocation of seats on committees.