Councillor Margy Newens

Education and Local Economy Scrutiny Commission - Wednesday 3 December 2025 7.00 pm

The Education and Local Economy Scrutiny Commission met to discuss the Southwark Safeguarding Children Partnership (SSCP) annual report, the Connect to Work programme, and to interview Councillor Jasmine Ali, Cabinet Member for Children, Education and Refugees. The commission also reviewed its work programme for the upcoming year.

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 27 November 2025 10.00 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee convened to consider a licensing application and a premises review. The meeting's agenda included the election of a chair, receiving apologies for absence, confirming voting members, and disclosures of interest.

Ordinary meeting, Council Assembly - Wednesday 12 November 2025 7.00 pm

Southwark Council Assembly met to discuss resident's rights, ethical investments, and local funding, among other items. The council approved changes to its committee structure and investment strategy, and reappointed an independent advisor. Motions were passed regarding fairer funding, ethical investments, improvements to Peckham Rye Station, and Thames Water.

Education and Local Economy Scrutiny Commission - Monday 6 October 2025 7.00 pm

The Education and Local Economy Scrutiny Commission met on 6 October 2025 to discuss the management of the council's commercial property portfolio, youth services, and the commission's work programme for the coming year. The meeting also included a review of the cabinet's response to previous scrutiny reviews and recommendations.

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 2 October 2025 10.00 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Southwark Council scheduled a meeting to discuss licensing applications for Bussey Building and Dockley Road Kitchen. The meeting, which was to be held online, also included an election of a chair.