Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. We never know what another is feeling or thinking. Let's reduce stigma and encourage open conversations to prevent suicides #worldsuicidepreventionday2024 Lewisham Council

I am thrilled to hear/see Lewisham Council parks and green spaces getting acknowledged for the hard work that local community groups and volunteers do to ensure that our parks are well maintained and welcoming for all to use! Well done all!

Reminiscing on our prescient & well attended fringe event at Labour Party Conference. Little did we know that Sir Michael Marmot will be publishing his report a week later on the pernicious effects of structural racism on health outcomes. 1/2

Thanks again to all who contributed to our successful inaugural Labour Party Conference Drinks Reception.Great speeches from Calvin Bailey MBE MP, Jessica Toale MP Vaughan Gething Natasha Irons MP Bayo Alaba MP. As UNGA will not clash with Conference next year, we hope David Lammy & team will join.

Such a wonderful night celebrating the unsung heroes in Lewisham at the Mayor's #CommunityAwards2024 🎉🎊 So many individuals & organizations present tonight who embody the spirit of service, compassion, & dedication that makes Lewisham our home. Thank you to all the nominees!!

🌟🎉 Lewisham is No1 for our parks service in the Good Parks for London Report 2024! Pupils from Downderry school helped us celebrate! 🌳💚 THANK YOU to our Parks' team, Glendale and all our volunteers for the work they do to make our parks so special. lewisham.gov.uk/Articles/News/…

Great Lewisham Labour team out speaking to residents in #GrovePark tonight, talking to residents and hearing their priorities. Always great to hear so many people backing The Labour Party and already seeing how Labour is delivering for them in government

Carers Rights Day is taking place this Thursday from 10 am to 7 pm at the Glass Mill Leisure Centre. See the attached flyer for more details. Unpaid carers are recognised and valued by me and Lewisham Council #CarersRightsDay Lewisham Council Laura Cunningham

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a vital opportunity for all Lewisham communities to come together to raise awareness and take action to end violence against women and girls. Let’s use these 16 days—and beyond—to make our borough safer for all women and girls.

Pin-drop moment in the House of Commons as Florence Eshalomi MP passionately explains why current health inequalities & the risk of coercion means she cannot support the #AssistedDyingBill

Lovely afternoon with this top team campaigning for Cllr Jahdia Spencer in West Thamesmead🌹

🚨 Update on #Brockley eColi & water: Guardian Reports of an E.coli outbreak are incorrect. Only ONE property is affected, likely due to an internal issue. Neighbouring properties have been tested—no E.coli found. Bottled water provided. Thames Water will address residents soon

An honour to join survivors and relatives to remember the 13 young Black people killed in the New Cross Fire, 44 years ago today. A very moving occasion, ensuring the legacy of challenging injustice and building a united community continues.

Lewisham Labour is fighting hard for our residents

Thank you, Anneliese Dodds, for your inspiring leadership in the Cabinet and your dedication to the UK Labour African Network and global development. Your service has made a real difference—wishing you every success ahead and will continue to work with you!

This week is #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek - I have #ADHD + Lewisham Council is on your side. It is important we are seen. I know the struggle that many of us face. We are creative, imaginative and unique. Let's be proud of ourselves no matter how difficult life can be

♥️A good morning out talking to residents in #Catford about the work @LewishamLabour is doing locally, dealing with casework and listening to residents views Thanks to John, Anne, David & Steve 🌹 #LabourDoorstep

The HitherGreenLabour was out again this sunny afternoon speaking to residents on Thornford Rd & Harvard Rd about local issues. We encourage Hither Green residents to get in contact with us if they have any local issues, we’re happy assist where we can.

Great to attend the community discussion at St Peter’s Church with my co-councillor. A powerful space to learn, connect, and explore how we can work together to better support local needs. #Lewisham #CommunityFirst #StrongerTogether

Today we remember the Windrush Generation — their courage, contribution, and enduring impact on British life. Let’s celebrate their legacy and fight for justice and recognition. #WindrushDay #WindrushGeneration #HonouringTheLegacy #LAN #blackhistory