Overview

• The High Court found that Lambeth Council failed to consider a detailed 53-page public submission and misrepresented consultation outcomes, rendering parts of its decision-making unlawful.
• Judge Tim Smith criticized the council for a 'masterclass in selective partial reporting,' calling its consultation summary misleading.
• The West Dulwich Action Group, representing around 1,000 residents and businesses, brought the legal challenge, citing inadequate engagement and exclusion of key stakeholders.
• The court allowed the claim on one of three grounds but dismissed the other two, leaving the experimental low-traffic neighbourhood in place for now.
• Lambeth Council stated it is reviewing the implications of the ruling and awaits further court directions on appropriate next steps.