Community skips to be introduced in Southwark
Southwark Council has today announced that it will introduce community skips – after a long running campaign and manifesto commitment from the Southwark Liberal Democrats.
16 Sep 2026
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Developers in Southwark to pay fairer share on student developments
Southwark Council announced today (15th September) that the community infrastructure levy (CIL) will be increased on developers building student accommodation.
15 Sep 2026
Southwark Liberal Democrats demand fair share of new “tourist tax”
Southwark Liberal Democrats have reacted to yesterday’s announcement from the Government that Mayor’s will be given powers to raise an Overnight Visitor Levy (known as a “Tourist Tax”).
11 Sep 2026
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