Lambeth criticised over child safeguarding team restructure

Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council faces criticism from union officials over plans to restructure child safeguarding teams, approved the same week 16-year-old schoolboy was shot. Lambeth Unison’s branch secretary, Jocelyn Cruywagen, stated that the council’s decision to eliminate positions in

Age-friendly Lambeth: Empowering older residents

Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Age-Friendly Lambeth joins global movement to amplify older residents’ voices, promoting ageing well & communities through effective communication & support. At the most recent Age-Friendly Forum, those who are trying to make Lambeth the place to age

Teenager Lathaniel Burrell killed in Lambeth shooting

Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – 16-year-old Lathaniel Burrell shot dead in Stockwell, Lambeth. Detectives launch an investigation into the afternoon murder. Despite paramedics’ best attempts, he was declared dead at the site. At approximately 3:21 p.m., police received a call of a

Lambeth Council consults on 16-19 SEND travel policy

Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council is consulting on its 16-19 SEND travel policy, seeking public input to improve transport support for young people with special educational needs. A change from the current service to a direct payment method is suggested

Lambeth Civic Awards 2025: Finalists announced

Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council’s Civic Awards 2025 finalists are announced after residents nominated local heroes. The shortlist honors outstanding community contributions. Residents of Lambeth were requested to submit local people, organizations, and groups that perform outstanding work in the

Lambeth council praised for commitment to equity & justice

Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – An independent review team commends Lambeth Council’s performance in key areas after a four-day assessment, highlighting its commitment to equity and justice. The Local Government Association (LGA) conducted the results of a “Corporate Peer Challenge” during its