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Summary
The Safer Stronger Communities Select Committee of Lewisham Council noted information from the London Fire Brigade and Metropolitan Police Service on 02/07/2026. The committee recommended exploring the feasibility of a lithium battery collection and disposal service. This includes considering arrangements adopted by other local authorities to reduce fire risks from batteries in household waste.
Full council record
Decision
RESOLVED that the information provided by the London Fire Brigade and Metropolitan Police Service be noted.
It was recommended that the Council explore the feasibility of introducing a lithium battery collection and disposal service, including consideration of arrangements adopted by other local authorities to reduce the risk of fires caused by batteries being placed in household waste collections.
Related Meeting
Safer Stronger Communities Select Committee - Thursday, 2nd July, 2026 7.00 pm on July 2, 2026
Supporting Documents
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 2 Jul 2026 |