Councillor Hamish McCallum

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.

Environment, Community Safety and Engagement Scrutiny Commission - Monday 23 February 2026 7.00 pm

The Environment, Community Safety and Engagement Scrutiny Commission was scheduled to hold its meeting on Monday 23 February 2026. The agenda included an interview with the Cabinet Member for Clean Air, Streets and Waste, an update on the Climate Emergency Action Plan, and presentations on Tideway and the national organisation Play England.

Environment, Community Safety and Engagement Scrutiny Commission - Tuesday 3 February 2026 7.00 pm

The Environment, Community Safety and Engagement Scrutiny Commission was scheduled to discuss measures to tackle phone snatching, receive an annual interview with the Police Borough Commander, and review the council's response to recommendations concerning active travel and access to nature. The meeting's agenda also included a scrutiny review of play spaces and the commission's work programme.

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.

Environment, Community Safety and Engagement Scrutiny Commission - Wednesday 26 November 2025 7.00 pm

The Environment, Community Safety and Engagement Scrutiny Commission met on Wednesday 26 November 2025 to discuss a comprehensive review of community safety in Southwark, alongside an in-depth examination of play space provision across the borough. Key decisions and discussions focused on implementing a new community safety model, enhancing playground facilities, and integrating play space development within regeneration schemes.