cool zones
Lewisham Council is addressing heat in public buildings and the need for cooling measures, with risk assessments expected for heat-related issues.
Lewisham Council's Health and Safety Committee discussed the need for cooling measures in public buildings in July 2026. The Head of Assurance confirmed the Council Resilience Board had also discussed this, stating that services should have risk assessments for heat-related issues. The committee noted the importance of identifying cool buildings, which are designated areas offering relief from heat.
According to a report to the committee in July 2026, the Corporate Health and Safety Team had not yet reviewed these risk assessments. This ongoing discussion highlights the council's steps to manage the impact of heat within its public-facing facilities.
Key facts
- Lewisham Council's Health and Safety Committee discussed cooling measures in public buildings in July 2026. Source
- The Head of Assurance stated services should have risk assessments for heat-related issues. Source
- The Corporate Health and Safety Team had not yet reviewed these risk assessments in July 2026. Source
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