Lovely to see the Red Ribbon Living Well group at the Waldron Centre today as they were starting their new group. Great to see this space being used as it should be, a real community space, bringing people together, supporting wellbeing & connection. Find out more here: www.redribbonlivingwell.org

@greenparty @zachpollack54.bsky.social - you’ve chosen this man to represent the Greens in Lewisham. He represents everything Lewisham isn’t. Do you condemn Bernard Mani's views, yes or no? www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article...

Big news for #London and #Lewisham’s young people. £30m Youth Lates investment from @london.gov.uk bringing evening youth provision to every borough. In Lewisham this builds on our fantastic youth services, creating more opportunities for young people to grow and thrive.

(1/2) "It will make a difference for a lot of families and will take the financial pressure off." Laura Seabright, Labour candidate for Telegraph Hill ward, shares her experience as a parent of a child diagnosed with cancer and how every journey to treatment was heavy - emotionally and financially.

Today the Labour Government is lifting over 8,000 children in Lewisham out of poverty by removing the two-child benefit cap. This is the difference a Labour Government working with a Labour Council and a Labour Mayor can make. Another step towards building a fairer, more equitable society.

Happy Easter Sunday. A time for renewal, reflection and coming together with family, friends and community. Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful day, with brighter days ahead.

Such a fantastic evening joining Amanda De Ryk, our Lewisham Labour Mayoral candidate, at the Eid party, full of warmth, joy and community spirit. ✨ And a highlight… Amanda getting a beautiful henna tattoo. A perfect touch to a brilliant celebration. 🌙

Happy Palm Sunday

Great to welcome @sadiqkhanlondon.bsky.social to Lewisham today with Lewisham Labour out in Deptford and Evelyn. We’re building a Lewisham that works for everyone, and it was great to hear such strong backing for our manifesto from the community.

Brilliant to hear Lewisham Council have been awarded £50,000 by The Veolia Environmental Trust to transform Friendly Gardens park in Deptford. From wildflower meadows to accessible paths and a wildlife pond, this will be a huge improvement for local access to nature. #TheLCF

It’s been a strong week for Lewisham Labour with the launch of our bold and ambitious manifesto. Great to spend time in Evelyn on the doorstep, listening to residents & sharing our vision for the borough. A huge thank you to Vince Maple and his team from Medway. drive.google.com/file/d/1j850...

Lewisham Labour has launched a bold and ambitious manifesto for our borough. www.lewishamlabour.com/manifesto2026 Backed by delivery. Driven by ambition. Led by Amanda De Ryk. Read my blog 👇🏽 brendadacres.org.uk/2026/03/22/d...

Yesterday Lewisham Labour launched a bold, progressive and ambitious manifesto, led by our innovative Mayoral candidate Amanda De Ryk. We have a proven track record of delivering for our communities. We are building a Lewisham that works for everyone. drive.google.com/file/d/1j850...

A new chapter for Millwall FC and Lewisham. Built on trust and collaboration, securing the club’s future and delivering regeneration for our community. lewisham.gov.uk/articles/new...

As Chair of London Councils’ TEC I spoke at the launch of the London Infrastructure Framework alongside Jules Pipe CBE and Howard Dawber OBE. A shared, evidence-led plan to prioritise the infrastructure London needs to grow and thrive. Now we turn ambition into action.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible mothers, grandmothers, aunts, friends and carers who shape our lives with love, strength and wisdom. A special thought for mothers and mother figures who cannot be with us today but are forever in our hearts.

It was a pleasure to host Lewisham’s first Community Iftar in the Civic Suite yesterday evening Representatives from four local mosques joined councillors, other faith groups and residents to break the fast together A warm evening reflecting Lewisham’s diversity and community spirit Ramadan Mubarak

The Foreign Office has published updated guidance for British nationals currently in the Middle East. British nationals in Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Palestine, Qatar & the UAE can register their presence to receive direct updates. www.gov.uk/foreign-trav...

Labour’s expansion of the warm homes discount will help families in every part of Britain.

I’m in the Lions’ den. COYL @millwallfc.bsky.social

Ramadan Mubarak to everyone observing across Lewisham and beyond. Wishing you a peaceful and blessed month of reflection and togetherness.

Brilliant Vietnamese Lunar New Year #tết celebrations Deptford lounge this afternoon. #liondance was amazing. Thank you to the community for your hospitality @brendadacres.bsky.social @amandaderyk.bsky.social

Wishing everyone celebrating a very Happy Lunar New Year 2026. May the year ahead bring health, happiness, success and new beginnings to you and your loved ones.

We’re at a pivotal point for our country. Just 18 months ago people voted for change after over a decade of decline. That responsibility remains Time for focus & steady leadership. Let stability & consistency prevail. The priority is governing well and delivering lasting progress for our country.m

An incredible day that I shared with my parents and son. OBE Investiture. Windsor Castle. The Princess Royal to Baroness Brenda Dacres of Lewisham on Tuesday 13th January 2026.

Fantastic to celebrate Thai Pongal with the Downham Tamil Association and @amandaderyk.bsky.social, Labour's candidate for Lewisham Mayor. A wonderful evening with great food and incredible dancing. #ThaiPongal #Pongal2026

A pleasure to attend this evening’s celebration of Thai Pongal and Tamil Heritage Month, organised by the Downham Tamil Association. Wonderful performances and a great celebration of Tamil culture. Thank you to everyone involved for a joyful evening. Warm wishes for a happy Pongal.

Yesterday marked the 45th anniversary of the New Cross Fire. We remember the fourteen young Black lives lost and stand in remembrance, reflection and unity. “You never know how strong you are until being strong is your only choice.” — Bob Marley Their legacy lives on in #Lewisham and beyond.

Really pleased to see new Pagnell St crossing by Fordham park fully operational. As local #Deptford councillors we have pushed hard to make this happen @lewisham.gov.uk @brendadacres.bsky.social @amandaderyk.bsky.social @deptfordgreen.bsky.social

It was lovely to join @brendadacres.bsky.social for her introduction to the House of Lords last week. As Baroness Dacres of Lewisham, Brenda will be a fantastic champion for our borough and an important voice in the Lords.

My Introduction to the House of Lords- Baroness Brenda Dacres of Lewisham OBE on Thursday 8th January 2026

Fitting to be at a very beautiful #chanukah celebration @lewisham.gov.uk this evening. Expressing solidarity with Lewisham’s Jewish Community and celebrating our strength in diversity @brendadacres.bsky.social

The news coming from Australia today is heartbreaking & horrific. Chanukah is a time of celebration, joy and light. My thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones. I will be liaising with local police & our Jewish community to offer support.

We had a fantastic time at The Albany in Deptford seeing The Snow Queen, A Woodland Adventure. Such a magical treat for our youngest in Lewisham. Wonderful to see Gavin Barlow & have a good catch up too. 🌟❄️🎄 More info www.thealbany.org.uk/events/the-s...

From Deptford’s creatives, to Lewisham’s independents, to Catford’s community favourites, our local businesses are the beating heart of our borough. This #SmallBusinessSaturday shop local and show some love to the people who make Lewisham thrive. 💙✨ #SmallBizSatUK #ShopLocal #Lewisham

Looking forward to the start of the Co-operative Party Annual Conference 2025 and the important conversations ahead. Great speakers include MPs Jim McMahon, Peter Kyle, Steve Reed and Miatta Fahnbulleh

London faces a choice: the politics of protest, or the politics of progress. We’re building homes. Others are blocking them. My op-ed in @thelondonstandard.bsky.social on why Lewisham, @london.gov.uk and our #Labour government are up for the fight.

Pleased to visit The Five Bells Pub in New Cross this evening to thank them for opening their doors to residents seeking a safe haven during the fire at Smikle Court, New Cross and to congratulate them on receiving an All Saints Community Ambassador Award 👏🏽 #NewCross #Lewisham

Wonderful to join the Feast of All Saints at All Saints Church, New Cross with Rosie Dempsey celebrating Father Owen Beament’s 60th Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood. A remarkable milestone. Thank you Father Owen for your decades of service, faith & dedication to our community #NewCross

#Blacheath fireworks amazing. Great to have them back. Well done ⁦‬⁩ ⁦‪‬⁩ @brendadacres.bsky.social @lewisham.gov.uk

This morning @janetdaby.bsky.social MP, Mayor @brendadacres.bsky.social , cllr @kpowell01.bsky.social, PCSO James Miners and myself were speaking to businesses on Hither Green Lane to provide reassurance about public safety in Hither Green. We’re here to listen to concerns of the community.

🎉 A huge happy 100th birthday to Mrs Beckford, fondly known as Mother Beckford 💐 What an incredible milestone and a wonderful celebration of a life full of love, family and community here in Lewisham. Wishing her continued joy, health and happiness. 💛 #Lewisham #100thBirthday

Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by Hurricane Melissa. If you’re looking for ways to help the government’s guidance shows how to give safely and effectively. Every contribution brings hope. What you can do to help - www.gov.uk/government/n... #HurricaneMelissa #TogetherWeCan

🇯🇲 British nationals in Jamaica: Please register your presence to receive updates from the Government on Hurricane Melissa. 👉 www.register.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/jamaica-2025... Continue to follow FCDO Travel Advice and local authority guidance. #HurricaneMelissa #Jamaica #TravelAdvice

It was a pleasure to attend last night’s Black History Month celebration and hear from Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy. Inspiring to meet so many remarkable people, including André who has passed his Bar exams, secured pupillage and like me, is a proud member of Middle Temple. #BHM2025

A fantastic afternoon with the Diamond Club celebrating Black History Month and marking several special birthdays, including the incredible Beryl’s 100th. A joyful celebration of life, legacy and community spirit. #BlackHistoryMonth #Lewisham #100thBirthday

Great news for renters. The Renters’ Rights Bill is now in place, giving tenants stronger protections, fairer terms and more security in their homes. A big step forward for housing justice and dignity for all renters. #RentersRights #HousingForAll #FairRent

Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful and peaceful #Diwali May the Festival of Lights bring hope, happiness and togetherness to families and communities across #Lewisham and beyond. #FestivalOfLights #Diwali2025

London boroughs drive growth, tackle poverty and provide vital services. However, their ability to do that is under threat from the Fair Funding Review, which could cut council spending by £700m. Read CLF Chair @adamhug.bsky.social on the impact this would have here ⬇️

#WorldMentalHealthDay reminds us to look after our wellbeing & each other not just today but every day. It’s also a reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health Let’s keep breaking the stigma & build a world where everyone feels supported, valued & heard #MentalHealthMatters