Gateway 2: Rouel Road Playground and Landscape Improvement Works
September 7, 2026 Strategic Director of Resources (Officer) Key decision Awaiting outcome View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Executive Member for Parks and Recreation approved the review of Southwark's culture grants and the launch of a public consultation on their future direction, scope, and design on 15 October 2026. Officers will undertake the consultation, complete impact assessments, analyse findings, and present options for a future grant model.
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Purpose
To deliver the community-led nature play scheme at the Rouel Road Estate/ Alexis Street site
Decision
That the award of the Rouel Road Playground and Landscape Improvement Works contract, to deliver the new play equipment, landscaping and biodiversity improvements on the Rouel Road estate, known as the Rouel Nature Play project (also referred to as Alexis Street Play Project) to Blakedown Landscapes SE Limited (Blakedown) in the sum of £653,229.00 for a total period of 41 months, comprising five months’ works and a 36-month maintenance period, commencing on 12 October 2026, be approved.
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Details
| Reference | Call-ins0 |
| Outcome | For Determination |
| Decision date | 7 Sep 2026 |
| Effective from | 16 Sep 2026 |
| Lead officer | Catherine Brownell |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |