Councillor Saleha Jaffer

Council - Wednesday 15 October 2025 7.00 pm

The Lambeth Council meeting on 15 October 2025 included discussion of a wealth tax, a tourist levy, and the allocation of seats to political groups. Councillors also heard deputations on community space funding, parking for carers, and improvements to the Tulse Hill Gyratory. Ultimately, the council approved a motion to introduce an overnight levy in Lambeth and a motion to support Lambeth's night time economy and workers.

Planning Applications Committee - Tuesday 7 October 2025 7.00 pm

The Lambeth Council Planning Applications Committee met on 7 October 2025 and approved plans for a self-storage facility on Clyston Street and a flexible-use commercial space on Kennington Lane. The committee voted to grant conditional planning permission for both applications, subject to conditions and Section 106 agreements[^2].

Planning Applications Committee - Tuesday 23 September 2025 7.00 pm

At a meeting of the Lambeth Council Planning Applications Committee, Councillor Joanne Simpson, Animal Welfare Champion, presiding, a pre-application presentation for Vauxhall Square was heard, and permission was granted for developments at land between Somerleyton Road and the rail line, and at Charters Close.

Planning Applications Committee - Tuesday 9 September 2025 7.00 pm

The Lambeth Council Planning Applications Committee met to discuss six planning items, including a new hotel, a temporary rooftop bar, and a new dwelling. Councillors approved applications for a hotel on Wyvil Road, a temporary bar on the roof of Elizabeth House, and a new house on land adjacent to Normandy Road.

Planning Applications Committee - Tuesday 29 July 2025 7.00 pm

The Lambeth Council Planning Applications Committee met on Tuesday 29 July 2025, to discuss several planning applications, including proposals for a hotel, student accommodation, and residential developments. The committee approved all officer recommendations, with amendments made to one application concerning visitor management and London Living Wage aspirations.