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Decisions

24/05/2021 - Gateway 2 - Contract Award Approval for main contractor works for Old Kent Road Petrol Station ref: 7343    Recommendations Approved

Authority to award contract to undertake main works for delivery of new council homes on the Old Kent Road petrol station site

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 25/05/2021

Effective from: 03/06/2021

Decision:

That the award of the main contract works through the Notting Hill Genesis Constructor’s framework for the construction of 24 new homes on the Old Kent Road Petrol Station site (Penry Street) to Glenman Corporation Ltd in the sum of £7,404,829.00, together with a provisional sum allowance of £288,470.00, for a period of 27 Months commencing on 7 June 2021, be approved.

 

Wards affected: South Bermondsey;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


13/05/2021 - Gateway 3 Contract Variation: Communal Ventilation ref: 7339    Recommendations Approved

To agree a 3 year extension to the contracts

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 13/05/2021

Effective from: 21/05/2021

Decision:

That the variation of the communal ventilation replacement contract to Ductclean UK Ltd to extend the term of the contract for a period of two years from 1 November 2021 to 31 October 2023 at an estimated additional cost of £770k making a total revised estimated contract value of £2.695m be approved.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


09/04/2021 - Direct Debit Incentive Scheme ref: 7332    Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

Approval to set fees/charges following consultation

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for the Climate Emergency

Decision published: 09/04/2021

Effective from: 17/04/2021

Decision:

That the proposed removal of the Direct Debit Discount Scheme from the Fairer Contributions Policy be agreed.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton


31/03/2021 - GW2 Mardyke & Naylor QHIP 20-21 ref: 7331    Recommendations Approved

Contract award approval

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 31/03/2021

Effective from: 10/04/2021

Decision:

That the award of the Mardyke and Naylor Houses QHIP 2020-2021 call-off contract via a mini-competition from the major works constructor framework to Standage & Co. Ltd for a period of 40 weeks be approved.

Wards affected: North Walworth;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


22/03/2021 - Final design of the intermediate rent housing list ref: 7323    Recommendations Approved

To agree the final design of the intermediate rent housing list including eligibility and priority system

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Council Homes and Homelessness

Decision published: 22/03/2021

Effective from: 30/03/2021

Decision:

1.  That the Southwark Intermediate Rent Policy (Appendix A of the report) including the eligibility criteria and priority system be agreed.

 

2.  That it be agreed to review the Southwark keyworker definition on a two yearly basis based on emerging evidence of recruitment and retention issues.

 

3.  That it be agreed to delegate authority to the Strategic Director of Housing and Modernisation to adjust the Southwark Intermediate Rent Policy as required to accommodate GLA requirements in relation to particular discount market rent products, and changes in the Council’s planning and housing policy.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


11/03/2021 - Former tenant arrears write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000 ref: 7322    For Determination

Write off of former tenant arrears debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Communities, Equalities and Finance

Decision published: 12/03/2021

Effective from: 20/03/2021

Decision:

1.  That the write-off of the debts detailed in Appendix 1 of the report totalling £797,581.26 (multiple write-offs) be approved.

 

2.  That it be agreed that the cabinet member advise any further action they require on any write-offs not agreed within this report.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield


02/02/2021 - Minor Traffic Schemes 20/21 Batch 2 ref: 7285    Recommendations Approved

To implement non-strategic traffic and highway improvements

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Leisure, Parks, Streets and Clean Air

Decision published: 04/02/2021

Effective from: 12/02/2021

Decision:

That the minor traffic schemes (non-strategic traffic and highway improvements), detailed in the appendices to this report and summarized in Table 1 of the report, be approved for implementation subject to the outcome of any necessary statutory consultation and procedures.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce


19/01/2021 - Tustin Estate Low Rise Programme - Confirmation of undertaking a Tustin Estate Residents' Ballot    Recommendations Approved

Confirmation to proceed to Tustin Estate Residents'' Ballot on the preferred option including council commitments to residents and other estate based stakeholders

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 01/2021

Wards affected: Old Kent Road;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/09/2020


28/12/2020 - Common Purpose 2 year grants programme 2021-23 ref: 7255    Recommendations Approved

To agree the award of common purpose 2 year grants

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Communities and Equalities

Decision published: 04/01/2021

Effective from: 12/01/2021

Decision:

That the funding recommendations for voluntary sector organisations delivering services under the 2 year ‘community engagement’ Common Purpose grants programme 2021-23, be approved subject to Council Assembly approval of the council’s budget. The recommendations are set out in Appendix 1 of the report.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce


14/12/2020 - GW3 Responsive Repair and maintenance - Communal Repairs Chargeable Contracts (South) ref: 7243    Recommendations Approved

To agree a 1 year extension to the contract

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 14/12/2020

Effective from: 22/12/2020

Decision:

1.  That formal prior approval be agreed for the variation of carrying out of communal repairs in the north of the borough by its own direct labour organisation, Southwark Building Services (SBS) in accordance with the tender documentation to extend the term for a period of 8 months from 1 October 2020 (as further detailed in paragraph 15) at an estimated additional cost of £560,000 making a total estimated contract value of £2.71m.

 

2.  That formal prior approval be agreed for the variation of Contract B (south of the borough) Communal Repairs Chargeable contract to BuildTrust Ltd (BuildTrust) to extend the term of the contract for a period of 8 months from 1 October 2020 (as further detailed in paragraph 15) at an estimated additional cost of £880,000 making a total estimated contract value of £3.67m.

 

3.  That the shortening of the notice period provision to be given to SBS and BuildTrust from 6 months to 2 months for this variation be noted.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


03/12/2020 - Gateway 3: Contract Variation - Adult Integrated Drug and Alcohol Treatment System ref: 7237    Recommendations Approved

Approval of a contract extension for the Adult Integrated Drug and Alcohol Treatment System service

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing

Decision published: 03/12/2020

Effective from: 11/12/2020

Decision:

 

1.  That the extension of the AIDATS contract with change, grow, live services limited (cgls) for a maximum period of 12 months commencing on 1 April 2021 at a contract value of £3,420,731, and with a 3 month break clause be approved.

 

2.  That it be noted that the need for this variation has arisen as a direct consequence of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the procurement of a new service contract in 2020-21 and is necessary to ensure service continuity whilst the delayed procurement is planned and delivered in 2021-22.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce


25/11/2020 - Gateway 1 procurement Strategy for Approval of the Architects Design Services Framework 1.1 ref: 7211    Recommendations Approved

Approves the procurement strategy the for expanding the Architectural Design Services Framework, which is already established by the London Housing Consortium (LHC) in partnership with Southwark Council

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Housing

Decision published: 25/11/2020

Effective from: 03/12/2020

Decision:

 

1.  That it be approved that the procurement strategy for delivering the Architects Design Services (ADS1) Framework, which is to be delivered by the LHC (previously known as the London Housing Consortium) in partnership with Southwark Council and will expand on the Architects Design Services (ADS1) framework, for a contract period commencing September 2021 to end on 16June 2024 to co-terminous with the ADS1 framework.

 

2.  That it be noted that the original framework had a forecast total contract value of £52.5m, and £10.5m annually, and this value will continue to apply once the framework is extended. See paragraph 60 of the report.

 

3.  That it be approved that the council entering into a new Partnering Agreement with the LHC which is incorporate the new ADS1.1 framework as noted in paragraphs 44 and 46 of the report.

 

4.  That it be noted that, subject to satisfactory review by the Director of Regeneration, LHC will be responsible for awarding places on the extended ADS1.1 Framework to successful bidders for the reasons detailed in paragraph 55 of the report.

 

5.  That it be noted that the LHC (who are the contracting authority) will be placing the OJEU, and the council’s use of the frameworks will be subject to approval of this report and future approval of orders

 

6.  That the process for placing orders up to £2m under the framework once extended, as detailed in paragraph 55 of the report, be approved.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Eleanor Kelly


12/11/2020 - Fairer Contributions Policy - Further Consultation (Direct Debit discount) ref: 7199    Recommendations Approved

To give permission to approach the affected residents through consultation to set fees/charges

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for the Climate Emergency

Decision published: 12/11/2020

Effective from: 20/11/2020

Decision:

That  the proposed consultation on changes to the Adult Social Care “Fairer Contributions Policy” be approved.

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton


10/11/2020 - Gateway 2 - Contract Award Construction of new build units at Bassano St, Henslowe Rd and Underhill Road SE22 ref: 7198    Recommendations Approved

Contract award to contractors to build 10 new houses 

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 11/11/2020

Effective from: 19/11/2020

Decision:

1.   That the award of a works contract for Underhill Road, Bassano Street and Henslowe Road, SE22 to Faithdean PLC for the contract sum of £3,603,429 for a period of 60 weeks from site possession commencing 1 February 2021 be approved.

 

2.   That the total project costs as detailed in paragraph 60 of the report be noted.

 

Wards affected: Dulwich Hill; Goose Green;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


19/10/2020 - Covid-19 – Post lockdown highway schemes Batch 4 ref: 7188    Recommendations Approved

To approve a number of highway schemes across the borough will assist social distancing and promote cycle and pedestrian safety

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Leisure, Parks, Streets and Clean Air

Decision published: 19/10/2020

Effective from: 27/10/2020

Decision:

That the traffic and highway improvements, detailed in the appendices to the report and summarised in Table 1 of the report, be approved for implementation subject to the outcome of any necessary statutory consultation and procedures.

Wards affected: (All Wards);


12/10/2020 - Gateway 2 - SBS Building Material Supplies ref: 7166    Recommendations Approved

To approve the contract award for the purchase of building material supplies for Southwark Building Services (SBS) through an existing Pretium framework.

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Housing

Decision published: 13/10/2020

Effective from: 21/10/2020

Decision:

1.  That the contract award for the purchase of building material supplies for Southwark Building Services (SBS) through an existing Pretium framework from Travis Perkins Trading Company Ltd (TPTC) at an estimated sum of £1.5m per annum for a period of two years from 9 October 2020 making a total estimated contract value of £3m be approved.

 

2.  That it be noted that an options assessment for future building material supplies will be developed and presented to the cabinet member for housing in six months.

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


06/10/2020 - Leisure Centre Contract - COVID19 Emergency support package - August 2020 to March 2021 ref: 7163    Recommendations Approved

To provide medium term financial support to the council’s leisure management contractor SLM.

Decision Maker: Acting Strategic Director of Environment, Neighbourhoods and Growth

Decision published: 07/10/2020

Effective from: 15/10/2020

Decision:

That it be approved that the council enter into an agreement in the form attached to this report setting out the terms on which the council will provide COVID19 emergency financial support for the Leisure Centre Contract with Sport & Leisure Limited (SLM) covering the period 1 August 2020 until 31 March 2021 (the Support Period).

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce


01/10/2020 - Refresh of the Council Plan 2018-2022

Refresh of the Council Plan 2018-2022

Decision Maker: Council Assembly

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Eleanor Kelly

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Gateway 3 Re-ablement Services

Contract extension Gateway 3. Requesting approval for extension of the current re-ablement contract until June 2021. This will allow for the completion of the required procurement process

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - GW2: Contract Award - Nursing Care Provision

Contract Award  for Tower Bridge Nursing Care Home

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - GW 3 Asbestos Removal Services Contract A and B

Contract extension  Asbestos Removal Services to Engineering Services

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Gateway 1: Tier 4 Drug and Alcohol Placements Dynamic Purchasing System

Approval of a further funding allocation for, and use of, the Tier 4 Dynamic Purchasing System to procure Tier 4 residential drug and alcohol treatment placements

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing

Decision due date: 01/2022

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Tustin Estate Low Rise Programme - Tustin Estate Local Lettings Policy

Confirmation of the Tustin Estate Local Lettings Policy

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Housing

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: Old Kent Road;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - VCS COVID-19 Prevent Grants Programme

Approval of the VCS COVID-19 Prevent Grants Programme

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Gateway 3: Contract Variation - Adult Integrated Drug and Alcohol Treatment System (COVID-19 supplier relief)    Recommendations Approved

Approval of a contract variation for the AIDATS service in 2020-21 in lieu of COVID-19 supplier relief

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Implementation of Southwark School Streets Batch 3

To approve a number of highway schemes across the borough to assist with social distancing and promote cycle and pedestrian safety near schools

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Leisure, Parks, Streets and Clean Air

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - To include new schemes to the New Homes Programme

Seeking approval to add new schemes in the New Homes Programme

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Housing

Decision due date: 01/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Procurement: accessibility and social value

To note the report back by the cabinet member for finance and resources on the recommendations of the Education and Business Scrutiny Commission on procurement

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Suspension of the Late Night Levy

To consider the suspension of the late night levy for a 12 month period due to restrictions by the Government on licensed premises

Decision Maker: Council Assembly

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Renewal of the Southwark Statement of Licensing Policy

To approve the changes and renewal of the licensing policy

Decision Maker: Council Assembly

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Council tax write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of council tax debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 06/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Housing benefit overpayment write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of housing benefit overpayment debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 06/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of NNDR debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 06/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Former tenant arrears write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of former tenant arrears debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 06/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Policy and Resources Strategy: revenue monitoring report outturn, including treasury management 2020-21    Recommendations Approved

To note the forecast revenue outturn position for 2020-21, including treasury management

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 07/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £50,000 - May 2020

To write off of any NNDR debts over £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Policy and Resources Strategy: capital monitoring report outturn 2020-21    Recommendations Approved

To note the capital outturn position for 2020-21

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/10/2020


01/10/2020 - Local Development Scheme January 2020 - June 2023 ref: 7161    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Community Safety 2021-23

Decision published: 01/10/2020

Effective from: 09/10/2020

Decision:

That the Local Development Scheme (“LDS”) appended to the report as Appendix 1 and 2 be brought into effect in September 2020.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Juliet Seymour


29/09/2020 - GW3 Property and related insurances ref: 7160    Recommendations Approved

To approve contract extension

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Finance and Governance

Decision published: 29/09/2020

Effective from: 29/09/2020

Decision:

1.  That the extension of the property and related insurances contract with Zurich Insurance plc, trading as Zurich Municipal (ZM), for a period of up to five years with effect from 1 October 2020 with an estimated annual value of £1,500,000 up to a total estimated maximum extension value of £7,500,000 be approved.

 

2.  That it be considered and approved as appropriate any changes to the insurance coverage that may be offered.

 

3.  That it be noted that the contract will be extended by way of deed of variation to the original contract.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield


29/09/2020 - GW3 Corporate Liability insurances ref: 7159    Recommendations Approved

To approve contract extension

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Finance and Governance

Decision published: 29/09/2020

Effective from: 29/09/2020

Decision:

 

1.  That the extension of the corporate liability insurance contract with QBE Insurance Ltd via RMP Ltd and Arthur J Gallagher (AJG) for a period of one year with effect from 1 October 2020 with an estimated annual value of £520,510 be approved.

 

2.  That it be noted that the associated extension and approves the associated spend as detailed in paragraph 7 of the liability insurance claims handling contract to Gallagher Bassett International Ltd in line with the liability insurer’s requirement for a period of one year with effect from 1 October 2020 with an estimated annual value of £77,290.

 

3.  That it be considered and approved as appropriate any changes to the insurance coverage that may be offered and that the change in the sub limit in relation to legal expenses for inquests and public enquiries be noted.

 

4.  That it be noted that the contracts will be extended by way of deed of variation to the original contracts.

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield


22/09/2020 - Resident Participation Fund ref: 7158    Recommendations Approved

To agree allocation of elements of the resident participation fund

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Communities and Equalities

Decision published: 22/09/2020

Effective from: 30/09/2020

Decision:

1.  That the proposed 2020-21 budget expenditure for the newly established £930k Resident Participation Fund. (See Appendix 1) be approved.

2.  That it be noted and approved that the grant budget for Southwark Group of Tenants Organisations (SGTO) of £228k for April 2020 to March 2021, attached as Appendix 2, and the KPIs, attached as Appendix 3 and noted that this is a departure of what was agreed by Cabinet in February 2020 in response to the current pandemic situation. As part of its condition of grant funding, SGTO will be expected to produce a programme of work for the year 2020-21, indicating the activities it intends undertaking in respect of the grant funding, and the outcomes it aims to achieve through this expenditure.

3.  That it be noted and approved that the grant budget for Citizens Advice Bureau - independent Leaseholder Advice of £90k from April 2020 to March 2021 - attached as Appendix 4 and noted that this is a departure of what was agreed by Cabinet in February 2020 in response to the current pandemic situation.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


01/09/2020 - Gateway 3 Contract variation Arica House QHIP Major Works Housing and Asset Management

To agree additional spend

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 09/2021

Wards affected: Rotherhithe;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/09/2020


01/09/2020 - GW2 - Southwark Professional Services contract (highways

To approve the award of the highway Professional Services contract

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/09/2020


01/09/2020 - Proposed New Housing Allocations scheme

To commence a comprehensive consultation exercise for a proposed housing allocations scheme

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/09/2020


01/09/2020 - School Standards Report 2020

Yearly School Standards Report 2020

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 01/09/2020


01/09/2020 - Covid-19 – Post lockdown highway schemes Batch 5

To approve a number of highway schemes across the borough will assist social distancing and promote cycle and pedestrian safety

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Leisure, Parks, Streets and Clean Air

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/09/2020


01/09/2020 - Review of Void Disposal Strategy

Review of Void Disposal Strategy

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/09/2020


01/09/2020 - Gateway 2 Silverlock QHIP 2019/20

Contract Award Approval

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/09/2020


31/07/2020 - Acquisition of 13 S106 residential units on Crimscott Street SE1

To approve the acquisition of 13 Residential S106 Units in Crimscott St SE1

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: London Bridge & West Bermondsey;

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 31/07/2020


31/07/2020 - To add additional schemes to the New Homes Programme

Seeking approval to include additional schemes in the New Homes Programme

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Housing

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 31/07/2020


31/07/2020 - Gateway 2 Re-ablement Services

Contract Award approval following the outcomes of tender activity for the provision of re-ablement services

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 31/07/2020


31/07/2020 - GW2 Children's Centres 2021-23

To approve funding to lead agencies for the delivery of the Children's Centres programme for 2021 - 2023

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services

Decision due date: 07/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 31/07/2020


31/07/2020 - Gateway 1 Provision of Mental Health Homelessness Hostels

Report seeking approval for the procurement of the delivery of  homelessness hostel services for people with mental health issues

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 10/2022

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 31/07/2020


01/07/2020 - Gateway 2 approval to the appointment of the main works contractor for phase 2 of The Charter School East Dulwich project

Contract award for the appointment of the main works contractor to deliver phase 2 of The Charter School East Dulwich project which includes the  main school entrance, admin areas, hall, music facilities, sixth form facilities, ASD resource, multi-use games areas and general landscaping

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: Goose Green;

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 01/07/2020


01/07/2020 - Gateway 0 Future Direction of the Tree Service    Recommendations Approved

To approve the future direction of the tree service

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 03/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/07/2020


01/07/2020 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of NNDR debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 03/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/07/2020


01/07/2020 - Council tax write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of council tax debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 03/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/07/2020


01/07/2020 - Housing benefit overpayment write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of housing benefit overpayment debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 03/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/07/2020


01/06/2020 - Policy and Resources Strategy 2021-22 to 2023-24 update

To note the council's deliberations for the 2021-22 general fund revenue budget and agree budget proposals to be recommended to Council Assembly

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/06/2020


01/06/2020 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £50,000 - February 2021

Write off of any NNDR debts over £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/06/2020


01/06/2020 - Policy and Resources Strategy: revenue monitoring report, including treasury management 2020-21

To note the forecast revenue outturn position, including treasury management

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 03/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/06/2020


01/06/2020 - Policy and Resources Strategy: capital monitoring report, including capital programme update 2020-21    Recommendations Approved

To note the forecast capital outturn position, and to approve amendments to the capital programme

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/06/2020


01/06/2020 - Tustin Estate Rebuilding Option

To approve the Landlord Offer for the ballot of residents on the preferred option for rebuilding the Tustin Estate

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: Old Kent Road;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/06/2020


01/06/2020 - Treasury Management Strategy 2021-22 including capital strategy, annual investment strategy, prudential indicators and annual minimum revenue provision statement

To note the treasury management strategy and agree the capital strategy, investment strategy, capital financial and treasury indicators, and provisions for debt

Decision Maker: Council Assembly

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/06/2020


01/06/2020 - Setting the council tax 2021-22

To set the council tax levels

Decision Maker: Council Assembly

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/06/2020


01/06/2020 - Policy and Resources Strategy 2021-22 to 2023-24

To agree a 2021-22 general fund revenue budget

Decision Maker: Council Assembly

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/06/2020


01/05/2020 - Approval of the Housing Revenue Account Budget 2021-22 and rent setting    Recommendations Approved

To approve the HRA budget for 2021-22 and rent setting

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 01/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/05/2020


01/05/2020 - Policy and Resources Strategy 2021-22 to 2023-24 update    Recommendations Approved

To note the council's deliberations for the 2021-22 general fund revenue budget and agree the next step in the budgeting process and approve 2021-22 fees and charges

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 01/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/05/2020


01/05/2020 - Asset Management Strategy - Refresh    Recommendations Approved

To approve a refresh to the 2016 Asset Management Strategy taking into account new Council priorities such as carbon neutrality and the impact of Grenfell  To approve the draft framewowrk and direction for the new asset management strategy taking into account the equality impact assement of draft proposals

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 09/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/05/2020


01/04/2020 - Gateway 2 - contract award for main contractor for phases 2 and 3 of Peckham Rye Station Square

Approval of contract award for the main contractor for phases 2 and 3 of Peckham Rye Station Square

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Finance and Governance

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: Rye Lane;

Lead officer: Eleanor Kelly

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Former tenant arrears write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of former tenant arrears debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Council tax write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of council tax debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Housing benefit overpayment write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of housing benefit overpayment debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of NNDR debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Implementation of North-East Peckham Parking Zone T

To approve the implementation subject to statutory consultation

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Leisure, Parks, Streets and Clean Air

Decision due date: 09/2021

Wards affected: Old Kent Road; Peckham Rye;

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Policy and Resources Strategy 2021-22 to 2023-24 update

To note the council's deliberations for the 2021-22 general fund revenue budget and agree the next step in the budgeting process and the 2021-22 fees and charges

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Indicative HRA budget and rent setting 2021-22

To note the draft HRA budget and indicative rent increase

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Council tax base 2021-22

To set the council tax base and note that the NNDR base will be signed off by the s.151 officer

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Update on Fairer Future Procurement Framework    Recommendations Approved

To review and update the Fairer Future Procurement Framework and make recommendations if appropriate

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 01/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Tustin Estate Rebuilding Option - Resident Ballot result

To note the results of the Resident Ballot and agree the next steps for rebuilding the Tustin Estate

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 01/2021

Wards affected: Old Kent Road;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - GW2: Contract Award - Care at Home and in the Community for Children and Young People    Recommendations Approved

To approve providers for Southwark Council’s framework.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 03/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Equality Framework    Recommendations Approved

Review of the approach to equality and adoption of equality framework

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 07/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Heat networks strategy and investment plan    Recommendations Approved

Approval of the heat networks strategy and investment plan

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 09/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


01/04/2020 - Greenhive and Rose Court Lift Replacement (Anchor Lifecycle Programme)

To approve the award of the contract to replace the existing lifts at Rose Court and Greenhive Residential Care Homes for the Elderly and install a second passenger lift at Greenhive

Decision Maker: Director of Adult Social Care

Decision due date: 05/2021

Wards affected: Nunhead & Queen's Road; Rotherhithe;

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 01/04/2020


28/02/2020 - Treasury Management - mid year update 2020-21

To note treasury management operational activity at mid year

Decision Maker: Council Assembly

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 28/02/2020


28/02/2020 - Homeowner Improvement Plan

To review and agree the proposed homeowners improvement plan

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 28/02/2020


28/02/2020 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £50,000 - December 2020    Recommendations Approved

To write off of any NNDR debts over £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 01/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 28/02/2020


31/01/2020 - GW1 Targeted Short Breaks (new service)

To approve the redesign and retender of the targeted short breaks service

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services

Decision due date: 11/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 31/01/2020


02/12/2019 - Gateway 2 - Contract Award Approval for Main Works for Flaxyard and Peckham Library Square

Authority to award contract to deliver new council homes on the Flaxyard and Peckham Library Square sites

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 11/2020

Wards affected: Peckham;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 02/12/2019


01/11/2019 - GW2 Nelson Square Gardens Phase 2 QHIP 20-21

Contract award approval

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 07/2021

Wards affected: Borough & Bankside;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/11/2019


01/11/2019 - GW2 Rockingham & County Street QHIP 20-21

Contract award approval

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: Chaucer;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/11/2019


01/11/2019 - Acquisition of unregistered land on Old Kent Road using Compulsory Purchase powers

To approve the acquisition of small parcels of unregistered land off Old Kent Road using CPO powers to enable development

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2020

Wards affected: London Bridge & West Bermondsey;

Lead officer: Eleanor Kelly

Notice of decision: 01/11/2019


01/08/2019 - Connected Southwark (2021-23)

Approval of the strategy

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 01/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/08/2019


01/05/2019 - Gateway 2: Lost Peck Flood Alleviation & Environmental Improvement Scheme

Approval to procure scheme implementation through the EA’s Next Generation Supplier Arrangement (NGSA) subject to securing FDGIA funding

Decision Maker: Acting Strategic Director of Environment, Neighbourhoods and Growth

Decision due date: 02/2021

Wards affected: Peckham Rye;

Lead officer: Caroline Bruce

Notice of decision: 01/05/2019


01/04/2019 - GW2 - Approval of the procurement of contractor services 66 Linden Grove

Contract award approval

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 08/2021

Wards affected: Nunhead & Queen's Road;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/04/2019


01/03/2019 - Gateway 1: The Provision of Mental Health Supported Housing and Outreach Services

Report seeking approval for the procurement of the delivery of supported housing and homelessness services for people with mental health issues

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 01/03/2019


01/06/2018 - GW2 Professional Technical Services

Contract award approval of the provision of professional technical services to the major works team on the delivery of the housing capital programme

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Council Homes and Homelessness

Decision due date: 07/2021

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/06/2018