Southwark Life - Southwark Council newsletter September 2016

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Southwark Life

Quiz the leader this October

Tackling obesity, breathing cleaner air, supporting our more vulnerable residents – what are the big issues you are concerned about locally? If you have a question around these topics you’d like to ask the Leader of the Council Peter John, now you can. You can tweet questions to @lb_southwark if you include the hashtag #asksouthwark or questions can be submitted online where you can get more information about the event and register your interest if you’d like to attend.


Wonder Day 2016

Wonder Day 2016: Tour our recycling facility 

Taking place on 17 September during Recycle Week, Wonder Day is the perfect chance to learn first-hand how recyclables and black bag waste is turned into new green products and energy. As well as the tour there will also be a host of interactive exhibits, games and fun to entertain the whole family. Find out more.


The new adult learning brochure has courses for all

The new 2016-17 adult learning brochure is out now and there are courses to suit all, whether you want to brush up on your maths skills or learn how to play the guitar. Some courses are even free of charge for learners meeting certain criteria. Pick up a brochure in you local library or download a copy today.


Southwark Fireworks

Southwark Fireworks are back

We're delighted to announce that our annual free fireworks extravaganza, now in its thirteenth year, will be back again on 5 November at Southwark Park. Tickets are free and will be released to local residents on the Monday 3 October before going on general release one week later. Find out more.


What are the priorities for children and young people?

We would like you to help us set the spending priorities for services and activities that children and young people use to make sure that the money we spend goes towards the things they want and need. Share your views today.


Harassment on construction sites

We're working with partners LendLease, Notting Hill Housing, A&E Elkins, Saltash and Keepmoat to combat the issue of harassment on construction sites. We want to hear from everyone, including the public and workers on construction sites, about their experiences linked to this industry to see how it affects residents and visitors to the borough. Share your experiences.


Is your child starting secondary or primary school in September 2017?

Applications close 31 October 2016 for secondary and 15 January 2017 for primary school admissions. Make sure you apply online for a school place for your child before the deadline. The online application process is quick, easy and available 24 hours a day. Apply online today.

In brief

Mayor meets future house builders at Southwark’s Construction Skills Centre


Southwark’s employment figures at highest level this century


Proposals to transform Peckham’s library square are submitted to council


Think you know cycling? Think again with Blazing Saddles


Council tells Government to ask HMRC to find out tenants’ incomes


The annual canvass: making the vote count


Are you ready for the inaugural Peckham Festival?