London Borough of Lambeth facts for kids
| London Borough of Lambeth | |
 Shown within Greater London |
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| Official website | http://www.lambeth.gov.uk/ |
Quick facts for kids Geography |
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| Status | London borough |
| Area — Total |
Ranked 341st 26.82 km² |
| ONS code | 00AY |
| Admin HQ | Brixton |
| Demographics | |
| Population — Total (2005 est.) — Density |
Ranked 30th (of 354) 269,100 10,034 / km² |
| Ethnicity | 62.4% White 49.5% British 3.2% Irish 9.7% non-British 25.8% Black British 4.8% Mixed Race 4.6% South Asian 1.3% Chinese |
| Politics | |
| Leadership | Leader & Cabinet |
| Mayor | Cllr Liz Atkinson |
| Executive | Labour |
| MPs | Keith Hill (Lab) Kate Hoey (Lab) Tessa Jowell (Lab) |
| London Assembly — Member |
Lambeth and Southwark Valerie Shawcross (Lab) |
The London Borough of Lambeth is a special area in south west London, England. It is one of the 32 boroughs that make up Greater London. Lambeth is known for its lively communities and famous landmarks.
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What is Lambeth?
Lambeth is a busy part of London, located on the south bank of the River Thames. It is a place where many different people live and work. The borough covers an area of about 26.82 square kilometers. This makes it the 341st largest area in the UK.
Important Places in Lambeth
Lambeth is home to several well-known towns and neighborhoods. Each has its own unique feel and history.
- Brixton: A vibrant area famous for its markets and music scene.
- Clapham: Known for its large common (a big park) and many shops.
- Streatham: A busy district with lots of transport links and local businesses.
How Lambeth is Run
Lambeth has its own local government, called the Lambeth Council. This council makes decisions about local services. These services include schools, parks, libraries, and waste collection.
Local Leaders
The council is led by a "Leader and Cabinet." These are elected officials who help manage the borough. The "Mayor" of Lambeth is a special role. They represent the borough at events and meetings. Currently, the Mayor is Cllr Liz Atkinson.
Representing Lambeth
People from Lambeth are also represented in the national government.
- Members of Parliament (MPs): These are people elected to speak for Lambeth in the UK Parliament. They help make laws for the whole country.
- Greater London Authority (GLA) Member: This person represents Lambeth and Southwark in the GLA. The GLA makes decisions for all of London.
People of Lambeth
Lambeth is a very diverse place. Many different cultures and backgrounds are found here. This mix of people makes Lambeth a rich and interesting community. The population includes people from various ethnic groups.
| Greater London • London • City of London | |
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London Boroughs: Barking and Dagenham • Barnet • Bexley • Brent • Bromley • Camden • Croydon • Ealing • Enfield • Greenwich • Hackney • Hammersmith and Fulham • Haringey • Harrow • Havering • Hillingdon • Hounslow • Islington • Kensington and Chelsea • Kingston • Lambeth • Lewisham • Merton • Newham • Redbridge • Richmond • Southwark • Sutton • Tower Hamlets • Waltham Forest • Wandsworth • Westminster |
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Images for kids
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The London Eye at twilight
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Sunlight Laundry building
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St John the Divine church on Vassall Road
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Lambeth Town Hall, completed in 1908
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Waterloo station seen from the London Eye
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Stockwell war memorial and shelter entrance
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See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Lambeth para niños
