Yara Lewisham which runs the student accommodation on Mercy Terrace, Ladywell, is seeking planning permission to change the use of 92 rooms in the building.…
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2020 Mayor’s awards will recognise those who played critical role in Covid-19 reponse
by TonyNominations are now open for the Lewisham Mayor’s Awards 2020. This year’s awards will recognise the amazing contributions of those who live, work or study…
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Mayor’s decision to modify Lee low traffic neighbourhood scheme ‘will stengthen opposition’ to traffic controls in residential areas
by TonyTim Collingridge, a keen Lewisham cyclist, offers a personal view on Mayor Damien Egan’s move to change the Lee Green LTN Mayor Egan’s recent controversial…
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Concerns raised over release of hazardous contaminants when Ladywell car wash site is developed
by TonyConcerns have been raised over the release of hazardous contaminants when the Ladywell Road car wash site is developed into shops, flats and a gym.…
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Lewisham and Southwark councils blame government ‘game playing’ for delay to Bakerloo extension
by TonyMayor Damien Egan and Southwark council leader Kieron Williams have expressed disappointment that Transport for London is unable to request funding for the Bakerloo line…
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RUSS to use concrete frame and non-timber cladding after changes to design of Church Grove self -build project
by TonyConcerns have been raised over the changes RUSS are making to the self build project in Church Grove. The community land trust says it has…
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Council sets out long term vision for green, vibrant and accessible Catford town centre
by TonyLewisham council is preparing to release a framework plan for Catford which will outline a vision for how the town centre develop over the next…
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Coronavirus safety or noise complaint: popular Hilly Fields live jazz sessions shut down and we don’t know why
by CereliaThere has been a lot of community support for the Monday impromptu improvised jazz sessions that were being held on Hilly Fields on Mondays from…
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Parakeets and pigeons, ‘manky mallards’ and moths – a journey through Ladywell’s wild side
by TonyI was born in post-war, bombed-out Deptford docklands where the only wildlife was a few pigeons, the occasional sparrow and an unwelcome mouse, writes Valerie…
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Update: TfL plans for temporary cycle lane in Lewisham High Street amended after fears grow of more ‘rat run’ traffic in Ladywell
by TonyLadywell councillors write: Many Ladywell Residents will have heard about temporary traffic changes proposed by Transport for London (TfL) the body that runs London’s transport…