London’s local authorities and play

Published date: 18.08.2024

London has 33 local authorities: 32 boroughs and the City of London. They have no legal imperative to provide play. But they are usually responsible for the provision of play spaces and services in local areas. And you can influence them.

POWER & PLAY 02: LONDON'S LOCAL AUTHORITIES. How they work and how to influence them

MAKING A DEPUTATION: This is a great way to bring your campaign issue in front of every elected member at a full council meeting

DRAFT LETTER TO A COUNCIL: This one is asking Bromley Council to implement a play street policy. But you can adapt for your own play campaign issue

INFLUENCES ON LOCAL AUTHORITIES: a sketch showing some of the influences on local authority decision making. Where could you have an impact?

CROYDON CASE STUDY. This presentation outlines a campaign led by residents in Croydon which successfully overturned a council decision to impose charges on residents applying to run a play street.

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