Lewisham first UK council to refuse assisting immigration raids
Lewisham Council has passed a motion to review its systems and refuse assisting Home Office immigration raids where legally possible, becoming the first UK local authority to do so.
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Lewisham councillor cleared over 'coconuts' tweet
Green Cllr Hau-Yu Tam cleared of code breach after calling David Lammy and Priti Patel 'coconuts' on X; investigation found political comment protected under free speech.
Lewisham council to ban cooperation with Home Office on raids
Lewisham council will vote on ending cooperation with Home Office immigration raids, after evidence of using environmental health data to target restaurant workers.
Liv Tchine set for Commonwealth Games debut in Glasgow
Liv Tchine will make her Commonwealth Games debut for England in Glasgow 2026, representing South London and inspiring others as a Black African woman.
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Lewisham campaigners urge halt to CPO for £1.5bn redevelopment
Save Lewisham Shopping Centre campaigners urge the new Green mayor to halt a compulsory purchase order for Lewisham House, aiming to force more affordable housing in Landsec's £1.5bn redevelopment.
Lewisham pubs get late license for England vs Norway match
Lewisham Council grants pubs showing England vs Norway World Cup quarter-final an automatic extension to serve alcohol until 2am, no Temporary Event Notice needed.
Lewisham tops London in e-bike and scooter fires; boy, 12, died
Lewisham had the highest number of e-bike and scooter battery fires in London homes in 2025, including a fatal incident that killed 12-year-old Fabian Henry, London Fire Brigade reveals.
Lewisham SEN Unit Cuts Travel Disruption for Special Needs Kids
A new 40-place SEN unit at Deptford Park Primary School in Lewisham helps educate children closer to home, reducing long travel times and disruption, says cabinet member.
Lewisham Green Mayor Announces Cabinet Team
Mayor Liam Shrivastava unveils nine cabinet members covering housing, youth, environment, and more, marking a historic Green leadership in Lewisham.
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Lewisham Election Manifestos: Key Pledges from All Parties
With local elections tomorrow, Lewisham parties reveal pledges on crime, housing, transport, and more. Labour, Conservatives, Greens, Lib Dems, and Reform UK outline their visions.
Leaseholder Loses Tribunal After AI Argument, Owes £30k
A Lewisham leaseholder lost a property tribunal and must pay £30k in service charges after using AI to fabricate case law. The tribunal found the council complied with consultation rules.
Labour Lewisham Mayor Candidate Promises Community Patrol
Amanda De Ryk, Labour's candidate for Lewisham Mayor, pledges a community enforcement patrol for safer streets and a new youth trust to support young people.
Apprentice Star Runs for Lewisham Mayor as Independent
Former The Apprentice contestant Kayode Damali is running as an independent candidate for Lewisham Mayor, promising monthly Q&A sessions and transparent leadership.
Tory Lewisham Mayor Candidate Promises Youth Hubs and Housing Tsar
Sylbourne Sydial, the Conservative candidate for Mayor of Lewisham, pledges youth empowerment hubs in every ward and a housing tsar to tackle empty homes and the housing crisis.
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Lib Dem Candidate Vows Public Health Approach to Crime in Lewisham
Josh Matthews, the Liberal Democrat candidate for Mayor of Lewisham, advocates for a public health model to address crime and prioritizes sustainable, family-sized social housing in his campaign platform.
Lewisham 2026 Mayoral Candidates: Full List
Discover the eight candidates vying to become Lewisham's next directly-elected mayor in the 2026 local elections, with details on the role and voting deadlines.
Fatal Hit-and-Run Closes Lewisham Road, Bus Diverted
A fatal hit-and-run incident in Lewisham has led to the closure of Sanford Street and the diversion of bus route 225, with ongoing accident investigation work by authorities.
Lewisham 2026 Elections: Full Candidate List for Council and Mayor
Lewisham Council has released the complete list of 265 candidates vying for 54 seats across 19 wards, with Labour and Conservatives contesting every seat. Eight candidates are also running for Mayor in the upcoming May 7 elections.
Woman Jumps from Balcony to Escape E-Bike Fire in Lewisham
A woman suffered severe injuries after jumping from a third-floor balcony to escape a fire caused by an e-bike charging for 12 hours in Lewisham. London Fire Brigade warns of rising e-bike fires.
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Woman Injured in Lewisham Fire from E-Bike Battery
A woman suffered serious injuries after jumping from a third-floor balcony to escape a fire in Lewisham, believed to be caused by a charging e-bike battery. Firefighters responded quickly, with the blaze under control within 30 minutes.
Shoplifter Caught After Third Attempt at Same Petrol Station
Ryan Kiely, a 34-year-old shoplifter, was apprehended by police after returning to the same BP garage in Lewisham for a third theft attempt, leading to a 16-week prison sentence.
Thames Water Roadworks Hit Lewisham Businesses Hard
Emergency Thames Water repairs in Grove Park cause severe traffic disruptions, forcing local businesses to report significant losses as customers cancel appointments.
Council Fined £750 for EHCP Planning Failure
A Lewisham resident receives £500 compensation after the council failed to plan for his Education, Health and Care Plan ending during a college course, with his sister awarded £250 for distress.
Restaurant Fined £6,000 for Mice and Cockroach Infestation
A Lewisham restaurant owner has been fined nearly £6,000 and banned from running food businesses after inspectors found evidence of mice and cockroaches in his establishment.
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Lewisham Budget: £35M Cuts, £5M Road Resurfacing Approved
Lewisham Council's 2026/27 budget includes a 4.99% council tax hike, £35 million in savings, and £5.1 million for road and pavement improvements in Catford and beyond.
Lewisham Council Tax Rises 4.99% as Budget Cuts Loom
Lewisham residents face a 4.99% council tax increase for 2026/27, with Band D households paying £2,237. The hike comes alongside £30 million in budget cuts, including reductions to children's services and adult social care.
Major Fire at Lewisham Nursery: 60 Firefighters Respond
A significant fire has broken out at a three-storey nursery on Rushey Green in Lewisham, with eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters deployed to tackle the blaze.
Green Candidate Pledges Lewisham Housing and Road Safety Fight
Liam Shrivastava, the Green mayoral candidate for Lewisham, pledges to stand up to developers over affordable housing and improve road safety. The former Labour councillor aims for change in the 2026 election.
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Lewisham Christmas bin collection changes explained
Lewisham Council announces revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Find out your new collection day and how to recycle your Christmas tree.
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South Londoner battles eviction by homelessness charity
A Lewisham tenant faces court after a homelessness charity served a Section 21 notice. Kim Mansell disputes £1,885 arrears, claiming the charity aims to raise rent before new laws. Read the full story.
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