Councillor Martin Abrams

Councillor Martin Abrams highlighted the council's debt burden, stating it costs nearly £60 million a year to service. He pointed to national austerity measures as a factor impacting local government funding and stated that "Austerity is always a political choice." He also noted that the "Homes for Lambeth" initiative could cost the council upwards of £100 million. Councillor Abrams welcomed stronger involvement for ward councillors and greater transparency around cabinet decisions. He was elected Leader of Lambeth Council with 32 votes in favour. Councillor Abrams voiced concerns about the removal of the "No Casino" clause, noting public support for the clause. He asked about the council's national engagement to push against the Right to Buy policy.

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