Councillor Laura Cunningham

AGM, Council - Wednesday, 20th May, 2026 7.30 pm

BUDGET, Council - Wednesday, 4th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Council of Lewisham met on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, to discuss a range of significant issues, including the Council Budget for 2026/27 and temporary changes to polling places for the upcoming May 2026 elections. The meeting also included a review of the Statement of Licensing Policy.

Children and Young People Select Committee - Tuesday, 3 March 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Children and Young People Select Committee met to discuss tackling race inequality in schools, the council's approach to kinship and foster care, and to review the administration's work programme. Key decisions included noting the progress made in addressing race inequality in schools and agreeing to a whole-council approach to improving the foster carer offer. The committee also identified priority areas for the incoming committee's work programme, including the SEND white paper and the mental health and post-16 destinations of the COVID cohort.

Health and Safety Committee - Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026 6.30 pm

The Health and Safety Committee meeting on 03 February 2026 addressed several key issues, including the provision and location of defibrillators across the borough, an analysis of incidents within Lewisham's libraries, and an update on general health and safety matters. Decisions were made to continue exploring funding for defibrillators and to investigate further the causes and management of incidents in libraries, particularly those related to anti-social behaviour.

Council - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Council meeting on 28 January 2026 saw a wide range of announcements and discussions, including a significant debate on a motion concerning the rights, safety, and dignity of people seeking sanctuary and migrants, alongside a motion condemning immigration raids. Key decisions were made regarding the council tax base, treasury management, and the review of the council's constitution.