Councillor · Southwark
Councillor John Batteson
Labour
Newington ward
Southwark
- Shadow Member for Public Works & New Homes
- Cabinet Member for Climate Emergency, Jobs and Business, Cabinet (decommissioned, for the Executive after 28 May 2026, please click the "Committees" tab on the right)
- Stories naming John
- 3
- Meetings we covered
- 14
- Latest story
- 7 Oct 2026
In brief
Councillor John Batteson cautioned against examining issues like business rates, over which the council has limited influence. The councillor reaffirmed a commitment to collaborate with local businesses, the Dulwich Estate, ward councillors, residents, and the trader's association regarding timed-access restrictions along Dulwich Village. The councillor emphasised a strategy's goal of supporting local businesses by providing access to suitable and affordable spaces.
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Stories naming Councillor John Batteson
- Southwark Commission to Scrutinize Youth Employment Challenges Councillor Jasmine Ali echoed concerns about youth employment, noting that despite the borough's strong educational institutions and good schools, young people in Southwark are finding it harder than ever to secure employment. Discussions also touched upon the importance of focusing scrutiny on areas where the...
- Dulwich Village Parking Petition Noted by Southwark Council Cabinet Councillor John Batteson, Cabinet Member for Climate Emergency, Jobs and Transport, addressed the petition, reaffirming his commitment to collaborate with local businesses, the Dulwich Estate, ward...
- Southwark to Boost Affordable Workspace for Local Businesses Councillor John Batteson, Cabinet Member for Climate Emergency, Jobs and Business, emphasised the strategy's goal of supporting local businesses by providing access to suitable and affordable spaces.
From meetings they attended
These stories cover meetings John was listed at. The stories do not name them.
- Council approves meeting calendar for 2026-27
- Southwark Council Approves 2026-2027 Member Allowances Scheme, Maintaining Current Structure
- Independent persons appointed to advise on conduct
- Southwark Council to award Freedom of the Borough
- Southwark Council Awards £12.8m in Contracts for Mental Health Supported Housing