From youth clubs in the village hall to coffee mornings in the community centre, these are the building blocks of a strong community. They wouldn't be possible without the dedication of volunteers, the support of locals and of course – the community buildings and spaces that make it all possible.

My continued membership of the Labour Party is the greatest act of love I can think of wites former Lewisham cllr Rosie Parry.

Ending no‑fault evictions in England is a major step forward — but it will only endure if it is actively defended. These protections must be locked in, strengthened, and never allowed to be rolled back. Labour has already shown what that leadership looks like: locally through strong landlord licensing and enforcement, and nationally through the abolition of Section 21. This is a party that delivers real change for renters, not empty promises.

Ending no‑fault evictions in England is a major step forward — but it will only endure if it is actively defended. These protections must be locked in, strengthened, and never allowed to be rolled …

We’re calling on residents across Ladywell Ward and the wider Lewisham community to stand together and oppose any planning application that would result in the Ravensbourne Arms never being able to…

Learn more about Deptford Literature Festival and it's 2026 programme of events and workshops, a project from the London Writers Centre.