Councillor Judy Best

Council - Wednesday 20 January 2027 7.00 pm

Council - Wednesday 14 October 2026 7.00 pm

The Council meeting began with tributes to the late Councillor Annie Gallup, followed by the confirmation of minutes and apologies for absence. Key decisions made during the meeting included the adoption of the Site Allocations Development Plan Document (SADPD), the establishment of five new Cabinet Committees, and the approval of the Overview and Scrutiny Annual Report. The Council also debated and voted on several motions concerning climate change, the RNLI, and waste management strategies.

Council - Wednesday, 15 July 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Council meeting on Wednesday 15 July 2026 saw significant debate and decisions on housing repairs, the council's constitution, and the controversial EHRC draft code of practice. Key outcomes included the unanimous approval of a motion to give tenants and leaseholders greater sign-off power over housing repairs, and the passing of a motion opposing the EHRC draft code of practice, with amendments to ensure lawful implementation. The council also agreed to a revised timeline for the implementation of the Cabinet Committee model.

Adjourned meeting (AGM 27 May), Council - Monday 1 June 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of Lambeth Council met on Monday 1 June 2026 to discuss and vote on a range of constitutional and governance matters. Key decisions included the adoption of a new governance framework, the appointment of Councillor Martin Abrams as Leader of the Council, and the approval of a revised members' allowance scheme.

Extraordinary, Council - Monday 1 June 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of Lambeth Council held an extraordinary meeting followed by its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Monday 1 June 2026. The extraordinary meeting was convened to consider a change in governance arrangements from a leader and cabinet system to a committee system, but was closed without business due to the withdrawal of the requisitioning councillors' request. The subsequent AGM saw significant debate and votes on the council's governance, including the adoption of a new constitutional framework, the appointment of the Leader of the Council, and the establishment of a members' allowances scheme.