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The debate begins: government budget cuts
23 July 2010
Southwark Council’s leader last night signalled the start of a borough-wide debate about rising to the challenge of unprecedented government cuts.
Leader begins borough-wide cuts debate
Southwark Council's leader will warn the government of the catastrophic impact its anticipated cuts to local authorities will have on the borough.
22 July 2010
Transforming Burgess Park
We're already making changes to the plans for the regeneration of Burgess Park following feedback from residents and can do so up until the plan is agreed.
20 July 2010
More In my area news.
Living with urban foxes
Southwark Council offers practical advice on how to avoid contact with foxes and how you can deter them.
19 July 2010
Less than a month to go to the Mix
The Mix 2010 will be on 14 August in Burgess Park.
17 July 2010
More Council news news.
Southwark Council publishes online fire risk register
Residents in Southwark now have access to an online register of fire risk reports.
15 July 2010
More What's on news.
London Youth Games 2010
Team Southwark was named the most improved borough at the London Youth Games 2010 and received a trophy from Olympic gold medallist, Christine Ohuruogu.
13 July 2010
Art for Lakanal fire anniversary
Ahead of the one year anniversary of the Lakanal fire we have worked with residents and the South London Gallery to produce a huge commemorative art piece to hang on the fencing of Lakanal.
2 July 2010
More Housing news.
Southwark school out of special measures
A headteacher has today thanked parents and staff for their efforts to bring a Southwark school out of special measures.
29 June 2010
More Emergencies news.
Independent travel training
The first step to independence is a big one for any young person but it is often much harder for those with physical disabilities and special educational needs.
28 June 2010
More Regeneration news.
Commitment to creating a fairer Southwark
The Leader of Southwark Council, Cllr Peter John, has set out Southwark’s vision of a cooperative council.
16 June 2010
Carers' Week (14 to 18 June)
The council directly supports carers and funds a range of carer services in the community.
11 June 2010
Radio 4’s Justin Webb
BBC Radio 4’s Today programme presenter Justin Webb first moved to Southwark over a decade ago and loves the variety of life in the borough.
4 June 2010
More Advice and benefits news.
Get volunteering
Volunteers Week is a national event, held every year from 1 to 7 June, to raise awareness for volunteering across the UK.
1 June 2010
New Mayor of Southwark elected
Cllr Tayo Situ was elected Mayor of Southwark at the Annual Meeting of Council Assembly on 19 May 2010.
25 May 2010
Rumble in the jumble
The jumble sale is taking place as part of the Bermondsey and Rotherhithe Carnival. Sell your unwanted items or pick up a bargain!
13 May 2010
More Environment news.
Civic Awards for Southwark residents
More than thirty Southwark residents and community groups received Civic Awards for their work to make Southwark a better place to work and live.
11 May 2010
Recipe for success
BBC1's Masterchef star Gregg Wallace was born and bred in Southwark and recently opened a new south London restaurant Wallace & Co.
20 March 2010
More Leisure and culture news.
