Councillor Margy Newens
Councillor Margy Newens recently raised concerns about a new residential development in Camberwell approved by Southwark Council's Planning Committee.
Councillor Margy Newens, a Labour and Co-operative councillor in Southwark, participated in a Southwark Council Planning Committee (Smaller Applications) meeting in July 2026. During this meeting, the committee approved plans for a new six-storey residential building at 56-60 Comber Grove, Camberwell, despite concerns raised by Councillor Newens about the green roof, its maintenance, and car club membership.
The approved development will replace an existing youth club with 39 new homes, including 40% on-site affordable housing. Councillor Newens is also a member of Southwark Council's Licensing Sub-Committee.
Key facts
- Southwark Council's Planning Committee (Smaller Applications) approved plans for 39 new homes on 22 July 2026. Source
- The approved scheme for 56-60 Comber Grove, Camberwell, includes 40% on-site affordable housing. Source
- The approval was for a six-storey residential building, replacing an existing youth club. Source
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