Councillor Peter Bernards

Council - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Council of Lewisham Council met on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, to discuss the council's treasury management outturn and mid-year review for 2025/26, the setting of the 2026/27 Council Tax and National Non-Domestic Rates (NNDR) base, and a review of the council's constitution. The meeting also included discussions on the appointment of co-opted members to the Children and Young People Select Committee and several motions submitted by councillors.

Planning Committee A - Tuesday, 20 January 2026 - 7.30 pm

The Planning Committee A of Lewisham Council met on Tuesday 20 January 2026 to discuss a planning application for a change of use at 1A Aylward Road, London, SE23 2JE. The committee resolved to grant planning permission for the change of use from a dwellinghouse (Class C3) to a residential institution (Class C2).

Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday, 2nd December, 2025 7.00 pm

At a meeting of the Strategic Planning Committee of Lewisham Council, councillors voted to approve the recommendations for the phased redevelopment of the Achilles Street Estate and 355-383 New Cross Road. The recommendations will now be referred to the Mayor of London for approval. If no directions are received from the Mayor, officers are authorised to grant planning permission, subject to conditions and a formal letter of undertaking.

Council - Wednesday, 26th November, 2025 7.30 pm

The Lewisham Council meeting on 26 November 2025 confirmed the minutes of the previous meeting and addressed declarations of interest. Key discussions included a community safety update, announcements on the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, planning service recognition, Lewisham Parks Awards, and secured funding for better bus infrastructure. The council also discussed free SIM cards for low-income residents and funding for youth clubs and adventure playgrounds. A petition was presented regarding traffic calming measures on Sunny Dean Street, and public questions covered various council services and planning decisions. Member questions delved into specific council initiatives and policies, and the meeting concluded with the approval of the Statement of Accounts for 2024-25 and the consideration of two motions: one recognising the contribution of British West Indian and Global Majority Service Personnel, and another recognising the Latin American community in Lewisham.

Standards Committee - Wednesday, 19th November, 2025 7.00 pm

The Standards Committee of Lewisham Council met on 19 November 2025 to discuss updates to the handling of standards and conduct, and to appoint members to sub-committees. The committee was also scheduled to note the minutes of the previous meeting, and to consider a report on complaints made under the Members' Code of Conduct. Councillors were asked to declare any personal interests they had in the agenda items.