Councillor Natalie Thomas

The Mayor and Cabinet decided to note the requirement to submit a Local SEND Reform Implementation Plan to the DfE by 19th June 2026. Authority was delegated to the Director of Education Services, in consultation with the Integrated Care Board Senior Responsible Officer and the Council's Section 151 Officer, to finalise and submit the plan. This decision was made on 10 June 2026.

The Mayor and Cabinet decided to note the draft financial outturn for the year ending 31 March 2026. This decision was made on 10 June 2026. The report noted a £4.4m underspend on the General Fund, a break-even position for the Housing Revenue Account, and a £5.5m deficit for the Dedicated Schools Grant.

The Council of Lewisham Council on 20/05/2026 approved the programme of council meetings. The approved programme includes a Council AGM on 20 May 2026.

The Council of Lewisham Council resolved to approve recommendations for member appointments to outside bodies on 20 May 2026. The decision appointed named councillors to various organisations including the Albany 2001 Council of Management, Albion Millennium Green Trust, and the Blackheath Joint Working Party. Specific appointments were made to roles such as Active Travel Champion, Arts, Heritage & History Champion, and Youth Champion.

The Council of Lewisham Council noted apologies for absence from Councillor Oana Olaru Holmes on 20 May 2026. The recommendations were approved.