We're inviting applications from new, emerging & mid-career Disabled artists, & companies making relevant work, for commissions between £100-£2000 that can be produced and delivered from home for our Together! 2021 Disability History Month Festival. See together2012.org.uk/activities-pro…

Today is the Young Mayor Election 2021 Launch! The candidate packs are now available here : lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcounci…

University Hospital Lewisham and Queen Elizabeth Hospital's A&E departments are extremely busy. The hospitals are asking people to call 111 for any non-life threatening emergency. The service can then book in an appointment at A&E. More info: lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/latest-news/ou…

Please be aware & share widely. Call 111 for anything non life threatening lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/latest-news/ou…

“Inside Wavelengths - Episode 1” Check out our video diary helping you stay up-to-date with all the developments in our leisure pool. Every 6 weeks we’ll feature what’s happened, and what’s coming next!

The Government's latest so-called 'fair funding' proposals will take more money from London schools - nearly £5m from Lewisham alone. I've joined fellow London Labour children's leads in asking the Education Secretary to think again.

Together with Deptford First we're raising money to give a helping hand to local residents who will be the hardest hit by the government's £20 Universal Credit cut. DONATE NOW 👇👇👇 deptfordfirst.org.uk/universal-cred…

It's BLACK HISTORY MONTH - there's a great exhibition at Horniman Museum and Gardens by @ademholness cataloguing a hidden history of British Black Music, power, racism and spaces where music and dancing could happen! Until 24th October. horniman.ac.uk//event/dance-c… #Lewisham #Iamlewisham

Today is #WorldHomelessDay - let's think about how we can change the lives of homeless people within our communities. We have been fundraising for 999 Club, a fantastic local charity, doing great work to support those experiencing homelessness. Read on: lewisham.gov.uk/articles/blogs…

We have had a successful start to our project to transform and reopen our leisure pool. Nev Graham from Lewisham Council, our local authority partner; takes you through the past 6 weeks progress, and updates. Stay tuned for further updates.

👏🏼 Amazing accolade for the Team Horniman Museum and Gardens - I’ve personally enjoyed this institution both as boy and man. ….And what a great gong as we build up to Borough of Culture 2022 #iamlewisham

So pleased that today Lewisham welcomes our first Afghan refugee family into their new home with us.😊 Thank you to our local residents who are offering homes and other support. 🙏 Find out how you can help below… #BoroughofSanctuary

We are in shock at today’s dreadful event and our hearts go out to Sir David’s family and friends on this awful day for everyone who believes in a decent and open democracy. All of our local campaigning is currently suspended in respect. May he rest in peace.

Tomorrow’s the big day 🎉 #LittleAmal is coming to #Lewisham 🤩 This is our first major event as we prepare to be London Borough of Culture 2022 and we’ve got a huge warm welcome in store ✨Expect live samba music, magical surprises and hundreds of bubbles of all sizes 😁

#LittleAmal’s visit was so heartwarming ❤️ Also a timely reminder of why we are so committed to ensuring Lewisham is a true #BoroughofSanctuary for refugees, asylum seekers & migrants. 🤝🌍

"Documenting history and experiences... is so valuable in sustaining a person’s presence on this earth" - Samantha Latouche, as part of Lewisham Labour's two-part #BlackHistoryMonth series lewishamlabour.com/150-days-counc…

Extremely pleased to see reaffirmation of TfL commitment to the Bakerloo Line Extension after the route was safeguarded earlier this year TfL: We remain committed to delivering the scheme when the time is right but are dependent on a Government funding settlement #Lewisham

Lewisham Council is looking into how we can retrofit more homes across the borough. We've put together a survey to better understand the views of private homes owners . If you own your home, pls take 2 mins to fill this out consultation.lewisham.gov.uk/chief-executiv… 🏡👷‍♀️🏡

Lewisham's #LivingWageWeek story: 💵2018: 47 Living Wage employers 📈2021: 85 Living Wage employers 🌹 Lewisham Labour are: ✔️Tackling poverty pay, and 🏗️Building an inclusive local economy

We are pleased to announce that Cllr Paul Bell Lewisham Council is this year’s #CllrAwards winner for #Innovation and #Transformation. Watch LIVE youtube.com/watch?v=urI0Mv…