Lambeth and Southwark in Historic Co-operation Meeting

Lambeth

Date: 11.03.2003
Ref: 1525
Press contact: Jo Rogers
Tel: 020 7926 2739
Email: jrogers2@lambeth.gov.uk

Press Release

Lambeth and Southwark in Historic Co-operation Meeting

The Leaders and Deputy Leaders of Lambeth and Southwark have held an historic meeting concerning co-operation - the first for over 25 years. The Chief Executives of the two boroughs also attended in their capacity as heads of the paid service at the two authorities.

Productive talks took place on a number of issues, including:
· Joint working over regeneration projects
· Exchanges of information on planned school places
· Controlled Parking Zones
· The Herne Hill Town Centre, which straddles the boundaries of both boroughs
· Sports facilities close to the borough boundaries, at Kennington Park and Herne Hill

"Lambeth is determined to work in partnership with neighbouring boroughs," said Councillor Peter Truesdale, Lambeth Council Leader. "The dialogue will continue on a regular basis and involves staff in education, regeneration and transport."

"Following on from our recent talks with Wandsworth this is another step forward," said Councillor John Whelan, Deputy Council Leader. "We are grateful to our colleagues in Southwark for joining these discussions."

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