Southwark Council Nature Action Plan 2020
Southwark Council is currently focused on implementing and reporting on its enhanced biodiversity targets.
In February 2026, Southwark Council committed to enhanced biodiversity targets, approving its first statutory Biodiversity Duty report for submission to the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). The report details the council's policies, objectives, and actions to conserve and enhance biodiversity within the borough.
Prepared with Land Use Consultants Ltd (LUC), the report highlights initiatives such as habitat creation in parks, ensuring biodiversity net gain in new developments, and community engagement. It also outlines plans for future actions and monitoring progress towards the borough's biodiversity goals.
Key facts
- Southwark Council committed to enhanced biodiversity targets in February 2026. Source
- Southwark Council approved its first statutory Biodiversity Duty report in February 2026. Source
- The report is for submission to the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). Source
- The report was prepared with Land Use Consultants Ltd (LUC). Source
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