South London council awarded title of ‘best borough in London’.
The borough is home to prominent neighbourhoods, well-known scenery, and vibrant local community projects.
Lambeth has been named “Borough of the Year” in an awards ceremony hosted by London Mayor Sadiq Khan.
On Thursday, November 20, the borough, which includes the popular Brixton, Gipsy Hill, and Clapham areas, won the NLA award at an event hosted by the organisation formerly known as New London Architecture.
Lambeth Council was granted the honour for its “work across London that delivers equity, sustainability, and inclusive prosperity,” which included projects focussing on affordable housing, climate infrastructure, and public growth.
Councillor Claire Holland, Leader of Lambeth Council, stated, “We are delighted to have won this award because it acknowledges our commitment to engaging with residents and partners to shape change in our borough.”
We are a dynamic, ambitious borough where change is constant, and we are committed to play a full role in shaping the future.
The core of that determination is how we encourage inclusive growth, ensuring that everyone in Lambeth can contribute to and benefit from the various projects and developments underway.
“From building new homes or offices, creating new infrastructure, improving the local environment or tackling the climate crisis, there are jobs, skills, homes and life benefits that must be shared equally across our communities.”
The borough continued to receive honours throughout the evening, with Brixton Recreation Centre voted outstanding cultural project of the year.
The community and sports hub was hailed for its innovative reworking of old and underutilised spaces, as well as new lighting and signage that commemorated the area’s history and position as a valuable third place for people.
Lambeth Council was lauded for involving young people in the development of local projects while still maintaining strong levels of community engagement.
Highlights of the council’s efforts include the groundbreaking SC1 London health and life sciences facility on the South Bank, an astonishing £1 billion new homes initiative, and a critical role in planning the next stage of development for Waterloo train station.
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