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Lambeth Approves Late-Night Alcohol Sales Amid Safety Concerns

This week in Lambeth:

Quick Stop Alcohol Licence Approved Amid Public Health Concerns

The Licensing Sub-Committee approved an application to extend the hours for alcohol sales at Quick Stop, a convenience store located at 14 Acre Lane, to 3:00 AM. You can review the meeting details here. This decision, made despite objections from public health officials and the licensing authority, has sparked debate about balancing economic viability with community well-being and public safety.

  • Economic Lifeline: Gary Grant, representing the applicant, argued that the extended hours were crucial for the store's economic survival and the jobs it provides, catering to shift workers and emergency personnel seeking to purchase groceries, food, and alcohol after midnight.
    • The economic viability of this convenience store and the jobs depend on your decision, Grant stated.
  • Community Support: A petition with 38 signatures from local residents and workers supported the application, highlighting the community's desire for the convenience store to meet their needs.
  • Public Health Objections: Matthew Andrews, representing public health, voiced concerns about the increased risk of public nuisance and threats to public safety, citing the store's proximity to vulnerable populations, including rough sleepers, individuals with substance misuse issues, and residents of nearby supported housing.
    • The extended hours of selling alcohol during unsociable hours is likely to lead to increased access to alcohol by these people, Andrews stated, referencing a statement from Riverside supported housing.
  • Compromise Conditions: The sub-committee approved the application with several conditions, including a ban on selling super-strength beers, lagers, and ciders above 6% ABV[^4], a prohibition on selling miniature bottles of spirits, a requirement for staff training on age-restricted sales and refusal of sales to intoxicated individuals, and a mandate for at least two staff members on duty after 11:00 PM. [^4]: Alcohol by volume
  • SIA Door Staff: The sub-committee also stipulated that SIA[^2] registered door staff be deployed at the premises subject to a risk assessment carried out by the Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS)[^3]. [^2]: The Security Industry Authority [^3]: Designated Premises Supervisor
  • Deferred Decision: A decision on a new premises license for Jungle Bar, located at 133 Stockwell Road, was deferred due to discrepancies in the application and late submission of relevant information.

Council Discusses Housing, Policing, and Accessibility

Lambeth Council was scheduled to meet to discuss a range of topics, including housing, policing, and accessibility. You can review the meeting details here. Councillors were expected to answer questions and debate motions on issues of local and national importance.

  • Awaab's Law: Councillor Donna Harris, a Liberal Democrat Councillor, planned to ask Councillor Danial Adilypour, Deputy Leader of the Council (Housing, Investment, & New Homes), about Lambeth Council's plans to meet its responsibilities under Awaab's Law[^1]. [^1]: Awaab's Law is a piece of legislation that is expected to come into force in Autumn 2025. It is designed to protect tenants from health hazards in social housing, particularly damp and mould. It is named after Awaab Ishak, a two-year-old boy who died in December 2020 from a respiratory condition caused by prolonged exposure to mould in his family's flat.
  • School Policing: Councillor Sarah Cole, a Labour Councillor, planned to ask Councillor Mahamed Hashi, Cabinet Member for Safer Communities, for an update on the restructuring of policing for schools.
  • Accessibility Study: Councillor Paul Valentine, a Green Party Councillor, planned to ask Councillor Rezina Chowdhury if there are plans to perform an Accessibility Feasibility Study for Loughborough Junction Station.
  • Motions: The council was scheduled to debate motions on responding to the Supreme Court judgment on sex and gender, tackling child poverty in Lambeth, opposing cuts to disability benefit payments, and celebrating Pride in Lambeth.
  • Reports: The council was scheduled to consider reports on the allocation of seats to political groups, the council's constitution, the use of special urgency in respect of key decisions, and annual reports from various committees.

Upcoming Meetings

Stay informed about future discussions and decisions:

  • The Housing Scrutiny Sub-Committee will meet on Monday 21 July 2025 to discuss the condition of housing stock and repairs strategy, proposals for a new call centre model, and the homelessness strategy. See the full agenda here.
  • The Overview and Scrutiny Committee will meet on Tuesday 22 July 2025 to discuss the condition of the borough's highways and pavements, and how the council manages and invests in its housing stock and estates. See the full agenda here.
  • The Pensions Board will meet on Wednesday 23 July 2025 to discuss pension administration performance, risk management, investment performance, and the implications of the government's consultation on the future of local government pension schemes. See the full agenda here.
  • The Corporate Committee will meet on Thursday 24 July 2025 to discuss the effectiveness of the committee itself, financial matters, audit reports, and emergency planning. See the full agenda here.
  • The Planning Applications Committee will meet on Tuesday 29 July 2025 to discuss planning applications. See the full agenda here.
  • The Pensions Committee will meet on Wednesday 30 July 2025 to discuss pension-related matters. See the full agenda here.

Lambeth SEND Strategy, Councillor Conduct, & Social Care Savings

This week in Lambeth:

SEND Strategy Aims for Inclusivity Amid Caseload Concerns

The Children's Services Scrutiny Sub-Committee met to discuss the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) and Alternative Provision strategy, elective home education, and to receive an Ofsted update. You can review the meeting details here. The new SEND and Alternative Provision Strategy for 2025-2030 aims to improve outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, but concerns were raised about managing SEND caseloads and the impact of potential funding reductions.

  • Co-Production Focus: The strategy was co-produced with schools, parents, families, and young people, and informed by a Local Government Association (LGA) peer review in November 2023.
  • Youth Voice Amplified: Lulu Pinky, Send Youth Coordinator, highlighted the Send and General Inspectors Programme, a paid opportunity for young people to review local services and suggest improvements.
  • Transition Challenges: Councillor Dominic Armstrong asked about plans for transitions between different stages of education. Sophie Garner, Interim Director of Education and Learning, explained that the strategy prioritises smooth transitions between early years, primary, secondary, and post-16 settings.
  • Caseload Concerns: Karen Chamberlain, Head Teacher of Lilian Baylis Technology School, noted the increase in EHCPs at her school and the importance of identifying and meeting needs to prevent children from falling through the gaps. She also raised concerns about the volume of work involved in EHCP consultations and the impact of potential funding reductions.
    • Each consultation probably takes about three to four hours at least of time, reading all the documentation, looking at the provision, looking at the costings, putting something together, having it all checked by the team, Chamberlain said.
  • Funding Worries: Chamberlain expressed concern about the new white paper and the idea that the blame of local authorities having crises in budgets is the result of having children with EHCPs.

Elective Home Education Scrutinized for Safeguarding

The committee also discussed a report on elective home education (EHE), where parents choose to educate their children at home instead of sending them to school.

  • Safeguarding Balance: Councillor Ben Kind, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Families, noted the balance between parental rights, safeguarding, and educational quality.
  • Transition Support: Sophie Garner explained that the council's focus is on supporting families to transition back into mainstream education, as children are more vulnerable when electively home educated.
  • Register Preparations: Councillor Bryant asked about preparations for the implementation of the Children's Wellbeing and School Bill, which will introduce compulsory Children Not in School registers. Garner responded that the council has had recent meetings with the Department for Education (DfE) and is aware that the new register will be enforceable.

Standards Committee Tackles Councillor Conduct and Training

The Lambeth Council Standards Committee met to discuss member training and development, complaints, and standards updates. You can review the meeting details here. The committee agreed to note the progress of the Member Learning Development Programme and provide suggestions for future focus areas. They also discussed induction arrangements and the role of the Member Learning and Development Working Group.

  • Training Attendance: Attendance at training sessions was noted as relatively low, despite efforts to accommodate members' schedules. Officers are working with colleagues to schedule compulsory training for those who have not yet completed the sessions.
  • Skills vs. Knowledge: Councillor Jackie Meldrum emphasised the importance of skills training, alongside knowledge-based sessions, and suggested that evaluations should be conducted after each session to gather feedback.
    • What people really want, some skills training as well as the knowledge stuff, Meldrum said. Because the knowledge is quite, don't speak in and out, but skills is something you practice.
  • Member Inquiries: Councillor Meldrum raised concerns about councillors needing help with member inquiries from day one, suggesting a pack on how to deal with basic inquiries.
  • Complaints Increase: Andrew Pavlou, Principal Lawyer Governance, presented the Annual Member Complaints Report, which provided an update on the number and nature of complaints against councillors from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025. During this period, the Monitoring Officer received nine complaints, an increase of four from the previous year.
  • Government Reform: Raymond Prince, Director of Legal and Governance and Monitoring Officer, presented the Standards Update, which included a proposal from the government to reform the local government standards regime. The government considers the current regime ineffectual and lacking adequate powers to sanction members found in serious breach of their codes of conduct.

Adult Social Care Savings and Sexual Health Strategy on the Agenda

The Adult Social Care and Health Scrutiny Sub-Committee was scheduled to meet on 10 July 2025 to discuss a range of topics.

  • Sexual Health Strategy: The Sub-Committee was scheduled to review and provide feedback on the draft Lambeth Southwark Lewisham Bexley and Bromley Sexual and Reproductive Health and HIV Strategy (2025-2030). The strategy addresses sexual and reproductive health inequalities, and aims to provide accessible services to all.
  • Substance Misuse Support: The Sub-Committee was scheduled to discuss substance misuse support services and the Combating Drugs Partnership, including support for young people and additional funding from the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID).
  • Adult Social Care Savings: The Sub-Committee was scheduled to review the Medium-Term Financial Savings (MTFS) programmes in Adult Social Care for 2025-26 and savings achieved to date. The report pack details the achieved MTFS savings in 2023-24 and 2024-25 and notes the financial outturn on each of these savings' areas in each respective financial year.
  • Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment: The Sub-Committee was scheduled to receive information on the Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA).

Upcoming Meetings

Stay informed about future discussions and decisions:

Lambeth: Student Housing Heritage Concerns, School Merger Approved

This week in Lambeth:

Vauxhall Student Housing Sparks Heritage Concerns

The Planning Applications Committee (PAC) convened to discuss several planning applications, with a major focus on the redevelopment of 36-46 Albert Embankment for student accommodation. You can review the meeting details here. The proposal, involving the demolition of a petrol station and construction of two linked towers, has drawn scrutiny due to its potential impact on the Westminster World Heritage Site1.

  • Student Housing Boom: The development aims to provide 769 student rooms with 897 beds, along with a cafe, flexible incubator space, and refurbishment of Vintage House for office use.
  • Affordability Compromise: Initially proposing 35% affordable student accommodation, the applicant revised this to 20% and an £8.02 million payment in lieu (PiL) to support conventional affordable housing. This shift raises questions about whether the needs of students from lower-income backgrounds are being adequately prioritised.
  • Heritage at Risk? The Greater London Authority (GLA) and Historic England have voiced concerns about potential harm to the Westminster World Heritage Site due to the development's scale. This highlights the tension between development and preserving Lambeth's historical character.
  • Green Ambitions: The applicant is aiming for Passivhaus2 certification and a BREEAM3 rating of Outstanding for the student accommodation, showcasing a commitment to sustainability.

Alcohol Licence for Walcot Stores Faces Resident Pushback

The Licensing Sub-Committee met to consider a new premises licence application for Walcot Stores, located at 68 Walcot Square in Kennington. You can review the meeting details here. The application has received significant opposition from local residents, raising concerns about public nuisance and safety.

  • Revised Hours: In response to concerns, the applicant, Emily Youngs, revised the proposed operating hours to 11:00 to 16:00, Sunday to Wednesday, and 11:00 to 20:30, Thursday to Saturday.
  • Community Split: While 20 objections cited concerns over public nuisance, public safety, and crime and disorder, eleven representations supported the application. This division underscores the challenges of balancing business interests with community well-being.
  • Licensing Policy: The Lambeth Statement of Licensing Policy 2024 - 2029 categorises the premises as a restaurant/café in a local centre/shopping parade, recommending a terminal hour of midnight on Sunday to Thursday and 01:00 on Friday and Saturday.

Supercute Licence Extension Sparks Noise Concerns

The sub-committee also considered an application to vary the premises licence for Supercute, located at Unit G1, Coldharbour Works, 245a Coldharbour Lane. You can review the meeting details here. The application seeks to extend permitted hours and use the courtyard for licensable activities, leading to concerns about public nuisance.

  • Community Division: The application received 48 representations, with 26 supporting and 22 objecting. This split highlights the challenges of balancing business interests with community well-being.
  • Licensing Authority Concerns: Lambeth Council's Licensing Authority raised concerns that the application may fail to promote the licensing objectives, potentially leading to increased public nuisance and anti-social behaviour.
  • Noise Management: The applicant, Hammant Patel Villa, submitted a noise management plan, stating the business is invested in Brixton's and Loughborough Junctions cultural and economic vitality.

Lambeth Together Focuses on Integrated Neighbourhood Teams

The Lambeth Together Care Partnership Board convened to discuss updates on key developments in Lambeth's health and care services, including the development of integrated neighbourhood teams. You can review the meeting details here.

  • Integrator Model: The board was asked to ratify the Lambeth Integrator Model, a partnership between Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (GSTT) and the Lambeth General Practice Provider Alliance (LGPPA).
  • Integrated Neighbourhood Teams (INT): The Lambeth INT Delivery Plan for July to December 2025 outlines the development of integrated neighbourhood teams in Lambeth's five neighbourhoods.
  • Ageing Well Framework: The South East London (SEL) Ageing Well Framework, developed as part of the ongoing development of integrated neighbourhood teams, was also up for discussion. The framework aims to improve partnership working and deliver proactive care closer to home, reducing inequalities and improving overall health outcomes.

School Merger Approved Amid Falling Pupil Numbers

At a meeting of Lambeth Council's cabinet, councillors voted to merge St Bede's Catholic Infant and Nursery School with St Bernadette Catholic Junior School. You can review the meeting details here. St Bernadette Catholic Junior School will close, and St Bede's Catholic Infant and Nursery School will extend its age range to take on the junior school's pupils.

  • Financial Pressures: This decision was made in response to falling birth rates and declining pupil numbers in Lambeth, which have put financial pressure on schools.
  • Seamless Transition: Sophie Garner, an officer, clarified that the merger would mean less transition points for vulnerable children with special educational needs and disabilities.
  • Site Usage: Councillor Donatus Anyanwu, cabinet member for stronger communities, asked about the relationship with La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School going forward and what the vacant space would be used for. Eva Ostrinska, headteacher of both schools, responded that most of their girls go to La Retraite when they transition from year six to year seven, and that they did not know what would happen to the site, as that was up to the diocese.

Lambeth Growth Plan Approved

The cabinet voted to approve and adopt the Lambeth Growth Plan, outlining the council's economic development priorities for the next 10 years. You can review the meeting details here.

  • Inclusive Growth: Councillor Claire Holland, Leader of the Council, said that the plan was about bringing about and continuing to develop inclusive growth within the borough to ensure that everyone can contribute to and benefit from that growth.
  • Affordable Housing Concerns: Councillor Scott Ainslie, a Green Party councillor, criticised the council for undershooting its targets on social homes.
  • Town Centre Focus: Councillor Fred Cowell, cabinet member for digital, data and resident experience, said that he was pleased to see the South Borough town centres being given attention in the report.

Upcoming Meetings

Stay informed about future discussions and decisions:

  • The Council will meet on Wednesday 16 July 2025. See the full agenda here.
  • The Licensing Sub-Committee will meet on Thursday 17 July 2025. See the full agenda here.
  • The Standards Committee will meet on Wednesday 09 July 2025 to discuss the member learning and development programme, the annual member complaints report, and a standards update. See the full agenda here.
  • The Children's Services Scrutiny Sub-Committee will meet on Tuesday 08 July 2025 to discuss Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Alternative Provision, Elective Home Education, and an Ofsted update report. See the full agenda here.
  • The Adult Social Care and Health Scrutiny Sub-Committee will meet on Thursday 10 July 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including the Lambeth, Southwark, Lewisham, Bexley and Bromley Sexual and Reproductive Health and HIV Strategy, substance misuse support services, adult social care savings, and a pharmaceutical needs assessment. See the full agenda here.
  • The Corporate Parenting Board will meet on Wednesday 09 July 2025. See the full agenda here.

  1. A World Heritage Site is a landmark or area with legal protection by an international convention administered by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). 

  2. Passivhaus (or Passive House) is a rigorous, voluntary standard for energy efficiency in a building, which reduces its ecological footprint. It results in ultra-low energy buildings that require little energy for space heating or cooling. 

  3. BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) is a sustainability assessment method for masterplanning projects, infrastructure and buildings. It recognises and reflects the value in higher performing assets across the built environment lifecycle, from new construction to in-use and refurbishment. 

Lambeth tackles suicide, CAMHS delays, & community research

This week in Lambeth:

Lambeth Approves Suicide Prevention Strategy Amid Concerns Over CAMHS Delays

The Health and Wellbeing Board approved the Lambeth Suicide Prevention Strategy 2025-2030, outlining a five-year plan to reduce suicide rates and improve support for those affected by suicide. You can review the full discussion and decisions here. However, concerns were raised about lengthy waiting times for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and the impact on vulnerable young people.

  • Strategy Objectives: The strategy focuses on tailoring approaches for high-risk groups, improving support for bereaved individuals, promoting sensitive media coverage, and enhancing research and data collection.
  • Priority Groups: Key groups identified include children and young people, men, individuals in contact with mental health services or the justice system, people with autism, pregnant women and new mothers, LGBTQ+ communities, people with disabilities, asylum seekers, and those facing financial hardship.
  • Personal Stories: Laura Freeman, who accesses Lambeth Suicide Bereavement Services, shared her experience of losing her sister to suicide, emphasizing the importance of compassionate, person-centred care. Ben, the CEO of The Listening Place, highlighted that his organisation had received 5,370 referrals from Lambeth residents since opening.
  • CAMHS Concerns: Councillor Ben Kind, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Families, expressed concern about delays in accessing CAMHS, particularly for neurodiverse young people, and questioned the escalation pathway for those flagged through schools.
  • Face-to-Face Contact: Dr Kim Nurse, GP and Clinical Leaders and Healthy, stressed the importance of offering patients the option of in-person consultations.
  • Empathy in Services: Councillor Nanda Manley-Browne, Cabinet Member for Healthier Communities (job-share), emphasized the need for training to ensure services are delivered with empathy and that individuals feel like real humans rather than being processed.

Community Voices Amplified Through Lambeth HEART Network

The board noted the progress of the Health Determinants Research Collaborative (HDRC) and the emergent Community Knowledge Network (CKN), which aims to involve local residents in research across the council.

  • Community-Led Research: Sophia Looney, Director Health Determinants Research Collaborative, explained that the CKN trains and supports local people to actively participate in research, ensuring community voices are central to the process.
  • Empowering Experiences: Marla Naika, a member of the CKN, shared how the network has empowered her to shape conversations affecting her life. Shade, another member, described how the network has connected her with her community and provided opportunities to improve health outcomes.
  • Youth Involvement: Councillor Kind inquired about support for young people, particularly care leavers, disabled young people, and young carers, to participate in the CKN and how insights from the CKN are integrated into council decision-making.
  • Youth Research Network: Ruth Hutt, Director of Public Health, mentioned discussions with the Youth Council about creating a dedicated research network focused on young people's issues.

Adult Social Care Faces CQC Inspection

The board received an update on the Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment process for adult social care, with Lambeth among the last boroughs to be inspected.

  • Comprehensive Assessment: Fiona Connolly, Corporate Director for Housing and Adult Social Care, explained that the CQC would assess local authority performance against nine quality statements, organised by four themes: working with people, providing support, ensuring safety, and leadership.
  • Partnership Importance: Ms Connolly emphasized the importance of partnerships and urged board members to be honest with CQC colleagues about their experiences working with adult social care in Lambeth.

Other Matters

  • The board ratified Councillor David Bridson's, Cabinet Member for Healthier Communities (job-share), decision to sign off the Better Care Fund's end-of-year report. Jane Bowie, Director of Integrated Commissioning, explained that the fund brings together ring-fenced budgets from the Integrated Care Board (ICB) and funding directly paid to local government.
  • The board noted the Director of Public Health's quarterly report, highlighting the Lambeth Together tent at the Country Show and the first vital five checks conducted on the health and wellbeing bus.

Upcoming Meetings

Stay informed about future discussions and decisions:

  • The Planning Applications Committee will meet on Tuesday 1 July 2025 to discuss planning applications, including a three-storey building on Stannary Street in Kennington, and the redevelopment of Albert Embankment in Vauxhall. See the full agenda here.
  • The Licensing Sub-Committee will meet on Thursday 3 July 2025 to discuss a new premises licence application for Walcot Stores, and a variation to the existing premises licence for Supercute. See the full agenda here.
  • The Lambeth Together Care Partnership (formerly Lambeth Together Strategic Board) will meet on Thursday 3 July 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including updates from the Place Executive Lead, the Living Well Network Alliance (LWNA), Healthwatch Lambeth, and the Primary Care Commissioning Committee (PCCC). See the full agenda here.
  • The Cabinet will meet on Monday 30 June 2025 to discuss the Lambeth Growth Plan, and a proposal to amalgamate two Catholic schools. See the full agenda here.
  • The Children's Services Scrutiny Sub-Committee will meet on Tuesday 08 July 2025. See the full agenda here.
  • The Corporate Parenting Board will meet on Wednesday 09 July 2025. See the full agenda here.
  • The Standards Committee will meet on Wednesday 09 July 2025. See the full agenda here.
  • The Adult Social Care and Health Scrutiny Sub-Committee will meet on Thursday 10 July 2025. See the full agenda here.

Lambeth Approves Waterloo Rooftop, Revokes Tapas Bar Licence

This week in Lambeth:

Waterloo Rooftop Gets the Go-Ahead Amid Noise Concerns

The Licensing Sub-Committee convened this week to discuss a new premises licence for Waterloo Rooftop, located on the eighth floor of Elizabeth House, 39 York Road, SE1 7NQ. You can review the full discussion and decisions here. Despite objections from local residents, the committee approved the application with amended hours and additional conditions.

  • What's the Plan? SE1 Sunset Ltd, the applicant, sought authorisation for recorded music, late night refreshment, and the sale of alcohol. Live music was removed from the application following objections.
  • Community Benefits? Jack Spiegler, agent for the applicant, emphasized that Waterloo Rooftop would not be a rave venue and highlighted the applicant's engagement with the local community, including contributions to a local food bank and employment opportunities for local people.
  • Noise, Noise, Noise: Seventeen representations were received from residents, raising concerns about potential noise disturbance, anti-social behaviour, and crime. Dr. David Paul Nicholas, a resident, questioned the accuracy of the noise surveys.
  • Mitigation Measures: Torbid Anderson from RBA Acoustics, addressed noise concerns, explaining that the music would be low level and the loudspeaker system designed to minimise noise. He also detailed the agreement with the environmental health officer, Dr. Ali Pavandi, to install a noise limiter1 set to be inaudible at nearby residences.
  • Opaque Screening: Councillor Linda Bray, Chair of Pensions Board, raised concerns about overlooking and requested clarification on the opaque screening. Paul Gallagher, the architect, explained that the design includes transparent glazing above a one-meter high solid section to provide views while maintaining privacy.
  • Community Engagement: Councillor David Robson, Chair of Licensing, inquired about community engagement. James Stell highlighted efforts to engage with local community groups, including the Southbank and Waterloo residents groups, Waterloo Community Development Group, the Employment Group, and the BID, and offered an open invitation for ongoing dialogue and immediate response to any concerns.

Aquarium Tapas Bar Licence Revoked Following Police Concerns

The committee decided to revoke the premises licence for Aquarium Tapas Bar, located at 415 Wandsworth Road, SW8 2JP. The review was initiated by the Metropolitan Police due to concerns that the premises licence holder had failed to uphold the licensing objectives, specifically the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, and the prevention of public nuisance.

  • Series of Incidents: The Licensing Authority cited several incidents, including one on 2 March 2025, where police officers found the premises operating beyond its permitted hours while investigating an alleged assault. Nicole Terrieux, Regulatory Services Manager for Lambeth Council, stated that the Licensing Authority had lost confidence in the premises' management due to repeated breaches of licence conditions.
  • Police Concerns: PC Alan Bay, representing the Metropolitan Police, detailed incidents of the premises operating beyond permitted hours, including one where a victim was hospitalised with potentially life-changing injuries.
  • Mitigating Circumstances? Mr. Jared Onyancha, representing Ms. Diaz, the Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS), explained that Ms. Diaz's pregnancy and related health issues had impacted her ability to manage the business effectively. He proposed a change of DPS and highlighted measures implemented to address the issues, including enhanced staff training and the installation of ID scanning machines.
  • Committee's Decision: Despite these proposed measures, the committee determined that the application engaged its discretion and decided to revoke the premises licence. The sub-committee agreed with the submissions made by the Responsible Authorities and that the breach of conditions, and poor senior management was relevant when determining the review.

Upcoming Meetings

Stay informed about future discussions and decisions:

  • The Health and Wellbeing Board will meet on Wednesday 25 June 2025 to discuss health and wellbeing in Lambeth. See the full agenda here.

  1. A noise limiter is a device that restricts the maximum volume of sound produced by an audio system. 

Recent meetings
Corporate Committee

Corporate Committee - Thursday 24 July 2025 6.00 pm

The Lambeth Council Corporate Committee convened to discuss a range of reports, including the effectiveness of the committee itself, internal audit findings, and the council's financial standing. The meeting also covered emergency planning, charitable trusts, and proposed changes to the senior leadership structure.

July 24, 2025
Pensions Board

Pensions Board - Wednesday 23 July 2025 6.30 pm

Councillor Linda Bray, Chair of the Pensions Board, opened the meeting, where members reviewed the business plan tracker, the risk register, and investment performance. The board also discussed the implications of the government's response to the Fit for the Future consultation[^1] and the LGPS Access and Fairness consultation[^2].

July 23, 2025
Overview and Scrutiny Committee

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday 22 July 2025 7.00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the condition of Lambeth's highways and pavements, and how the council manages and invests in its housing stock and estates. The committee made several recommendations including that the council should ensure its prioritisation scoring system gives significant weight to problems identified by local residents, and that there is a transparent reporting and follow up process for residents who report damaged roads and pavements. The committee also discussed a proposed tranche of asset disposals, and recommended that the council should ensure it secures the best possible price for the disposal of identified assets.

July 22, 2025
Housing Scrutiny Sub-Committee

Housing Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Monday 21 July 2025 7.00 pm

The Housing Scrutiny Sub-Committee met to discuss the condition of housing stock and repair strategy, proposals for a new call centre model, and the homelessness strategy. The committee agreed to request a gap time chart relating to the Capita transition, and to return to the new model for the call centre in six months. The committee also suggested that the chair, Councillor Joe Dharampal-Hornby, add a discussion of the homelessness strategy to the work programme going forward.

July 21, 2025
Licensing Committee

Licensing Committee - Thursday 17 July 2025 7.00 pm

We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.

July 17, 2025
Licensing Sub-Committee

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 17 July 2025 7.00 pm

The Lambeth Council Licensing Sub-Committee met to discuss two premises license applications. A decision on the application for Jungle Bar was deferred, and the application for Quick Stop to extend its hours for the sale of alcohol was granted, subject to amended and additional conditions.

July 17, 2025
Council

Council - Wednesday 16 July 2025 7.00 pm

Here is a summary of the scheduled discussions for the Lambeth Council meeting on 16 July 2025.

July 16, 2025
Adult Social Care and Health Scrutiny Sub-Committee

Adult Social Care and Health Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Thursday 10 July 2025 7.00 pm

The Adult Social Care and Health Scrutiny Sub-Committee met to discuss a range of issues, including a new sexual health strategy, substance misuse support services, and adult social care savings. The committee agreed to recommendations relating to the sexual health strategy and the adult social care savings.

July 10, 2025
Corporate Parenting Board

Corporate Parenting Board - Wednesday 9 July 2025 6.00 pm

We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.

July 09, 2025
Standards Committee

Standards Committee - Wednesday 9 July 2025 6.00 pm

The Lambeth Council Standards Committee met to discuss member training and standards. Councillors agreed to note the progress of the Member Learning Development programme and the annual member complaints report. They also agreed to recommend that the cross-party Member Learning and Development Working Group continue to facilitate the development and delivery of the Member Induction programme following the 2026 local elections, as well as the ongoing Member Learning and Development Programme.

July 09, 2025
Upcoming meetings
Cabinet POSTPONED

July 28, 2025
Planning Applications Committee

Planning Applications Committee - Tuesday 29 July 2025 7.00 pm

July 29, 2025
Pensions Committee

Pensions Committee - Wednesday 30 July 2025 6.30 pm

July 30, 2025