Councillor Ellie Cumbo
Email: ellie.cumbo@southwark.gov.uk
Council: Southwark
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
44 meetings · Page 2 of 9
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.
Audit, Governance and Standards Committee - Tuesday 3 February 2026 6.30 pm
The Audit, Governance and Standards Committee of Southwark Council was scheduled to discuss the development of a new member induction and development programme, alongside an update on variable service charges. The committee was also set to review the council's corporate risk management framework and receive progress reports on internal audit activities.
Cabinet - Monday 2 February 2026 3.00 pm
The Cabinet meeting on 2 February 2026 addressed several key areas, including the approval of the Older People's Housing Strategy 2026-2036, the proposed admission arrangements for community primary schools for September 2027, and the 2026-27 General Fund budget and Medium-Term Financial Strategy. The Cabinet also noted updates on the Southwark Construction New Homes Programme and Phase 2 of the Tustin Estate Renewal.
Licensing Committee - Thursday 29 January 2026 6.00 pm
The Licensing Committee of Southwark Council met on Thursday 29 January 2026 to discuss several key policy matters related to the Licensing Act 2003. The meeting's agenda included a review of the proposed Statement of Licensing Policy for 2026-2031, an examination of the Cumulative Impact Areas within Southwark, and a discussion on the future of the Late-Night Levy.
Cabinet - Tuesday 6 January 2026 11.00 am
The Cabinet of Southwark Council met on Tuesday 6 January 2026, approving several key decisions including the extension of the Parks Grounds Maintenance Contract, the adoption of the Local Development Scheme 2026-2029, and the implementation of the Social Purpose of Land Framework pilot phase. The council also approved its Council Tax Base for 2026-27 and agreed to restructure the Senior Resources Leadership Team by creating two new director roles.
Decisions from Meetings
25 decisions · Page 1 of 5
Southwark Construction New Homes Update
From: Cabinet - Monday 2 February 2026 3.00 pm - February 02, 2026
...the Cabinet noted the update position on the council new homes delivery programme and its achievements to 31 December 2025.
Recommendations Approved
Admission arrangements for community primary schools – September 2027
From: Cabinet - Monday 2 February 2026 3.00 pm - February 02, 2026
...agreed to the admission arrangements for community primary schools for September 2027, including reductions in the Published Admission Numbers (PANs) for Keyworth Primary School and Phoenix Primary School.
Recommendations Approved
Southwark's Enhanced Biodiversity Duty Report
From: Cabinet - Monday 2 February 2026 3.00 pm - February 02, 2026
...noted and supported the requirement to meet the enhanced Biodiversity Duty reporting requirements introduced by the Environment Act 2021 and approved the Southwark's Enhanced Biodiversity Duty Report for submission to the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Recommendations Approved
Disposal of Freehold at Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7XW
From: Cabinet - Monday 2 February 2026 3.00 pm - February 02, 2026
... approved the disposal of the Council's freehold interest in the property at Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7XW, by auction or other appropriate method to generate a capital receipt.
Recommendations Approved
Phase 2 of the Tustin Estate Renewal Update
From: Cabinet - Monday 2 February 2026 3.00 pm - February 02, 2026
...agreed to enter into the Phase 2 main works contract with BY Development Limited for the Tustin Estate Renewal in the estimated sum of £164,499,943.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 44
Average per Month: 1.9
Decisions Recorded: 25