Monthly Archives: June 2024

Councillors oppose “unacceptable” proposals to “unpick” noise protections at Lilford Road development

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Local Myatt’s Fields councillors have raised objections to proposals that would allow noise from heavy machinery beyond 11pm at night from a light industrial complex on Lilford Road – despite a promise to respect the local neighbourhood by the private business outfit running operations from the site.

The plans for the redevelopment of the old business centre at 61 Lilford Road, which is currently nearing completion, drew considerable public comment when first announced at the end of 2022. Local councillors, and many residents, believed there were positive aspects to the proposals, including a commitment to bring new jobs to Myatt’s Fields and breath life into a derelict site scarred by decaying buildings and anti-social behaviour.

However, the original plans from AG Bloom, the developer behind the scheme, included 24 hour traffic movements to and from the site, as well as the operation of so-called “dark kitchen” businesses from the site. Both were eventually ruled out by the developer following pressure from Cllr Paul Gadsby and Cllr Annie Gallop, as well as local residents and community groups. An outline of the range of restrictions placed on the development by Lambeth’s Planning Committee in June 2023 can be read here.

However, AG Bloom have now submitted a request to Lambeth’s planning department which would allow mechanical equipment, including heavy machinery, to operate on the site past 11pm at night.

Cllr Paul Gadsby and Cllr Annie Gallop said:

“It is incredibly disappointing that after a huge amount of discussion during the early part of 2023, the developer is attempting to unpick important noise protections placed on the development by Lambeth’s planning committee.

“As we said at the time the original proposals were moving through the planning system, there are positives behind these plans, however, they must respect the fact that the new commercial complex is situated in the middle of a residential area. Residents have a right to enjoy their homes in peace and quiet, especially late at night.

“We are putting in an objection to these proposals and will be asking AG Bloom to withdraw their request that will generate late night noise. We would encourage residents to make their views clear through the consultation currently taking place here.“

Artists impression of the new industrial complex at 61 Lilford Road

Make your voice heard in this year’s general election

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Lambeth Council has announced a key set of dates who everyone wanting to vote in this year’s crucial general election on 4 July.

Important information at the Council’s webhub includes:

  • All residents must be registered to vote by 18 June 2024 – if you are a new resident to Lambeth, or have moved address within the borough, and have not registered to vote yet, you can do so online here.
  • If you are not able to vote on election day and do not have a postal vote, you can apply for a proxy vote, allowing someone to vote on your behalf. You must have registered your proxy vote by 5pm on 19 June 2024 – read more about how to register for a proxy here.
  • The 19 June 2024 is also the same deadline to apply for a postal vote – find out how to get a postal vote here.
  • The borough is also reminding residents that Voter ID is now required to vote in person at polling stations on 4 July: information on what ID is acceptable can be read here.
  • To find out where your polling station will be on election day, take a look at this page.
  • Other important dates in the electoral process can be found here.

Cllr Paul Gadsby and Cllr Annie Gallop said:

“This will be a crucial general election with our country at a cross roads: we would urge all residents to cast their votes on 4 July. It is incredibly important that everyone’s voice is heard at the ballot box”