Councillor Esme Dobson

Decision-making meeting, Peckham Neighbourhood Community Meeting - Tuesday 10 March 2026 8.00 pm

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

Health and Social Care Scrutiny Commission - Monday 2 March 2026 7.00 pm

The Health and Social Care Scrutiny Commission of Southwark Council was scheduled to discuss improvements to GP appointment access, with a particular focus on supporting those who are not digitally connected. The commission was also set to hear from Councillor Evelyn Akoto, Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing, and consider a draft report on cancer scrutiny.

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.

Health and Social Care Scrutiny Commission - Tuesday 27 January 2026 7.00 pm

The Health and Social Care Scrutiny Commission was scheduled to discuss several key health-related topics, including presentations on menopause and nursing care home space standards. The commission was also set to receive an update on access to toilets and review its work programme.

Health and Social Care Scrutiny Commission - Monday 1 December 2025 7.00 pm

The Health and Social Care Scrutiny Commission meeting included a presentation on hoarding, an update on the Blue Badge scheme, and a review of Healthwatch Southwark's annual report and priorities. Also scheduled for discussion was the scrutiny review of cancer prevention and early diagnosis.