Southwark Council

You deserve fair pay at work!
On sick leave? You’re protected. Got a work worry? You have rights and we’re here to help.
Find info and where to get free and confidential support in Southwark www.southwark.gov.uk/employment-r...

Get advice and help at the Cost of Living Support Roadshow on Thursday 20 November from 10am at Rockingham Community Centre, Falmouth Road, SE1

Radiator being adjusted and the 'Help with the cost of living' and 'Southwark Council' logos

Looks like winter has well and truly arrived 🥶

As the weather turns colder, there is help and support to manage your energy bills available 👍

bit.ly/SouthwarkCoL25

🚲To free up extra space for bicycle parking in Southwark, our team have cleared the forgotten bikes from Tanner Street Park

(Lots of notice was given and they will be stored for a period; then donated to a cycle charity if they are in reasonable condition)

It's looking much better now! 🥳

"Rights for Residents: Putting people first"

Southwark Council Assembly
Tooley Street SE1

Watch live this evening (12 November) from 7pm on our Youtube channel

www.youtube.com/@southwarkco...

Good employers respect workers' rights - Richard White, Ballers Academy

We have over 450 London Living Wage employers in Southwark who know that looking after their staff isn’t just the right thing to do - it also makes great business sense.

If you would like to get accredited as a LLW employer, find out more ➡️ www.livingwage.org.uk/accredit

#LivingWageWeek

Looking after our mental and physical wellbeing doesn't have to be complicated.

Give the five ways to wellbeing a go:

👉 Connect with others
🏃 Be active
🌳 Take notice of the world around you
📚 Keep learning
🎁 Give back to your community

www.southwark.gov.uk/public-healt...

Have your say and help shape the future of Peckham Square.

The six shortlisted designs for the Hope in The Square commission will be on display in Peckham Square this week and we want your feedback.

Find out more nla.london/news/hope-in...

Two people look at a laptop.

Got an issue at work?

We're partnering with @southwarklawcentre.bsky.social and Citizens Advice Southwark to help people in the borough access free and confidential support for employment problems.

Find information and advice on our website.

www.southwark.gov.uk/employment-r...

Southwark Remembers 2025 - the public are invited to both official services ( 9 and 11 November)

www.southwark.gov.uk/news/2025/so...

Escape to your library 🌟

We have 12 brilliant libraries in Southwark, which welcome around 1.6 million visits each year.

There’s more happening than you might think... workshops, author talks, storytime sessions and exhibitions all coming up this autumn.

www.southwark.gov.uk/culture-and-...

Have you got an idea for community event?

The Cultural Celebrations Fund will support a programme of outdoor events which promote community cohesion and support thriving neighbourhoods between 01/04/26 and 31/03/27.

Find out more - apply by noon on 12 November www.southwark.gov.uk/community-en...

Discover something new with Southwark Adult Learning this autumn

There's a whole range of exciting Saturday courses at Thomas Calton Centre, SE15

www.southwark.gov.uk/schools-and-...

Explore one of south-east London’s most magical green spaces with a morning or afternoon session of free nature-inspired activities at Nunhead Cemetery, led by the Secret Adventurers Club, on Saturday 1 November.

www.secretadventurersclub.com/one-off-events

The Culture Together Grants Fund is open!

The fund supports Southwark’s arts and culture organisations to deliver sustainable, inclusive and equitable activities across the borough

Find out more and apply by 23 November

www.southwark.gov.uk/community-en...

Southwark Council has approved the planning application for Snowsfields Quarter, a cluster of buildings in the SC1 life sciences district near London Bridge🏙

The decision means £2.7 million in planning obligations will be paid by developers in the local area💡

www.southwark.gov.uk/news/2025/gr...

Person at work in a protective hat and hi-viz jacket

You deserve fair pay at work! 💸
On sick leave? You’re still protected 💊
Got a worry at work? We’re partnering with Citizens Advice Southwark and Southwark Law Centre to help you access free advice

Find help and support www.southwark.gov.uk/about-counci...

Happy Diwali to all who are celebrating across Southwark and around the globe

Wishing you happiness, prosperity and joy!

Appleby Blue was created through partnership between United St Saviour's Charity, which manages the almshouse; Southwark Council and developer JTRE.

The win comes in the week the council made a fresh commitment to being an age-friendly borough.

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Appleby Blue Almshouse

Appleby Blue Almshouse

Appleby Blue Almshouse

Appleby Blue Almshouse

Appleby Blue Almshouse is an amazing home for older people in the heart of Bermondsey

🏆 And we're delighted it's now won the UK's top architecture award - the RIBA Stirling Prize 2025.

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Photos of fires caused by batteries that have been disposed of incorrectly

Putting batteries in your household bin can cause serious fires in sorting facilities and vehicles.

Keep everyone safe by recycling right.

Check the map to find your closest drop-off point - it’s quick, easy, and helps protect Southwark.

www.recyclenow.com/recycling-lo...

Today our Leader Sarah King spoke at Westminster to MPs about how critical council homes are to millions of people – but how the system is currently broken, and urgent measures are needed.

Here she is speaking to the Housing, Communities and Local Government (HCLG) Committee at Portcullis House.

JoyRiders helping young people learn to cycle

It’s Cycle To School Week! Why not leave the car at home and cycle with the family to and from school instead?

We offer free family and kids cycle skills training for all ages and abilities, including sessions for women and girls at Burgess Park.

www.southwark.gov.uk/parking-stre...

“Together with Get Living, we have reached an agreement that provides an opportunity for Castle Square businesses to return to their units. As part of a new payment plan, traders can now pay off their arrears over the course of a new 12-month arrangement. We understand that some business owners may choose not to return to the site and Get Living has confirmed that any outstanding debts for those businesses will not be pursued. “Through ongoing discussions with Get Living, the owners of the site, it is clear that although businesses have benefitted from low rental rates, rising electricity costs have placed significant financial pressure on them. As a council, we are committed to supporting local businesses and hope this new package will provide some relief for traders. “More broadly, the council continues to work with partners to develop an affordable retail package for local businesses within the new Elephant and Castle town centre.”

Today, Cllr John Batteson, Cabinet Member for Climate Emergency, Jobs and Business, and Get Living reached an important agreement allowing Castle Square traders to return to their units, a positive step forward for our local business community.

www.southwark.gov.uk/news/2025/ca...

Person enjoying a nice cuppa and a good book

This World Mental Health Day discover how reading can support your wellbeing.

The Reading Well scheme offers recommended books to support your mental health.

All books in the scheme can be borrowed for free from any of our libraries.

Find out more readingagency.org.uk/get-reading/...

Laptop being used to check service charges

📣 Leaseholders and freeholders in Southwark can now see their service charge information online – with the first service of its kind in England.

It’s part of our work to be a good landlord. Log in to MySouthwark to see the full breakdown of your service charges.

southwark.gov.uk/news/2025/ne...

Culture Together Grants Fund 2026/27

The Culture Together Grants Fund is open!

The fund supports Southwark’s arts and culture organisations to deliver sustainable, inclusive and equitable activities across the borough

Find out more and apply by 23 November www.southwark.gov.uk/community-en...

Octobre Rose - Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday 18 October, from 10am at Peckham Pulse Leisure Centre, SE15

Register now for Octobre Rose - Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday 18 October, from 10am at Peckham Pulse Leisure Centre, SE15

Expect Afrobeat dance, advice on checking your breasts, a healthy cake sale, cancer awareness advice and more!

Sign up today www.eventbrite.com/e/octobre-ro...

Message from Southwark Council Leader Sarah King following today’s Manchester synagogue attack.

Message from Southwark Council Leader Sarah King following today’s Manchester synagogue attack.

To report an emergency hate crime call 999. For non-emergency related incident call 101 or visit the Metropolitan Police website for more information www.met.police.uk

Foster parents and young person

Join us for a Fostering Coffee Date at Canada Water Library on 6 October, from 5.30pm

Whether you're a seasoned foster parent or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with others who understand the joys and challenges

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/fostering-...