Councillor Darren Merrill

Ordinary meeting, Council Assembly - Wednesday 18 March 2026 7.00 pm

The Council Assembly is scheduled to consider a range of reports, including the review of the Statement of Licensing Policy and the Pay Policy Statement. Members will also debate motions on topics such as tackling antisocial behaviour and protecting the Freedom Pass.

Council Assembly - Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 9.00 pm

The Council Assembly of Southwark Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 18 March 2026 to consider nominations for the Freedom of the Borough award. This meeting will also include preliminary business such as apologies for absence and announcements.

Planning Committee (Major Applications) A - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 - 6.30 pm

The Planning Committee (Major Applications) A is scheduled to consider a significant financial allocation for key projects and a proposal for solar panel installations on listed residential properties. The committee will also review two major development management applications.

Walworth Neighbourhood Community Meeting - Tuesday, 3 March 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Walworth Neighbourhood Community Meeting was scheduled to discuss the allocation of funds for local improvement projects. Key items on the agenda included the allocation of capital funding for the Cleaner Greener Safer programme and the Devolved Highways Budget, as well as the distribution of revenue for the Neighbourhoods Fund.

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.