Play Space Scrutiny Review
Southwark Council is reviewing its play space planning and provision across the borough.
Southwark Council's Environment, Community Safety and Engagement Scrutiny Commission was scheduled to discuss the Play Space Scrutiny Review in November 2025. This review aims to assess the current state of play spaces across the borough and identify areas for improvement, taking into account the needs of residents. It covers planning, regeneration, housing, environment, sustainability, and leisure.
A key focus of the review is how regeneration schemes contribute to the provision and upgrades of playgrounds, as stated in an officer report. The council is working through how to improve play spaces and ensure they are effectively integrated into wider development plans. No further meetings are currently scheduled on this topic.
Key facts
- The Environment, Community Safety and Engagement Scrutiny Commission was scheduled to discuss the review in November 2025. Source
- The Play Space Scrutiny Review aims to assess play spaces and identify areas for improvement. Source
- The review considers how regeneration schemes contribute to the provision and upgrades of playgrounds. Source
- The review encompasses planning, regeneration, housing, environment, sustainability, and leisure. Source
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