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41 stories from and about Lewisham, mostly crime & safety, council & politics, local news. The most recent ran on 8 September 2026. Page 1 of 3.
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Property & Planning · LewishamCatford residents to gain 113 affordable homes and new campus under revised regeneration plan
Lewisham Council has released a refreshed Catford Town Centre Business Plan 2026‑2030, promising 113 affordable homes at Thomas’ Lane Yard, improved links between Catford and Catford Bridge stations, and a Goldsmiths campus for 500‑600 students, pending approval on 9 September 2026.
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Crime & Safety · LewishamMichelle Neill given suspended three‑year term for sister's death in Deptford
Michelle Neill was sentenced at the Old Bailey to a three‑year prison term, suspended for three years, for the death of her paralysed sister Kelly Neill in Deptford. The court heard no medical or social‑service visits occurred for many months before the fatal sepsis.
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Council & Politics · LewishamLondon air quality improves, but pollution gap persists
London's air quality has improved substantially over the last decade, with average nitrogen dioxide levels falling by nearly 38%. However, significant disparities remain, particularly in more deprived areas, and few neighbourhoods meet World Health Organization standards.
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Council & Politics · LewishamLewisham Mayor Liam Shrivastava marks 100 days in office
Liam Shrivastava, Lewisham's first directly-elected Green Mayor, has passed his 100-day milestone. His administration has initiated a review into cooperation with immigration enforcement and reported clearing over 11,000 fly-tipping sites since May 2026.
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Local News · LewishamSecond fire at Deptford waste site handling Lewisham council refuse
A second fire at a waste facility in Landmann Way, Deptford, on Tuesday 18 August has highlighted concerns about Lewisham council's waste disposal contracts. The site, which handles the council's fly-tipped and bulky waste, previously caught fire in June. Lewisham council paid over £142,000 to the facility operator, SSSI, in June.
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Property & Planning · LewishamLewisham approves 20-flat Sydenham scheme after developer drops four-bed homes
Lewisham Council’s Planning Committee approved a revised scheme for 20 flats on Longton Avenue, Sydenham, on 12 August 2026. The developer removed four-bedroom homes to add two storeys and 12 more units, drawing 41 objections but no affordable housing on site.
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Council & Politics · LewishamLewisham Council fails to act on ombudsman rulings in over a third of cases
Lewisham Council has been criticised by the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman for failing to provide evidence of compliance in more than a third of investigated complaints. The ombudsman’s letter highlights delays in apologies and payments, affecting vulnerable residents, and calls for urgent improvement.
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Crime & Safety · Lewisham28-year-old woman dies in Lewisham as man released on bail
A 28-year-old woman was pronounced dead at a home on Conington Road, Lewisham, on 5 August 2026. A 25-year-old man arrested in connection with the incident has been released on bail while police investigate. A post-mortem examination has been conducted.
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Culture & Arts · LewishamLewisham comedian Rob Beckett joins BBC’s Celebrity Traitors series two
Rob Beckett, the Lewisham comedian known for Taskmaster and Parenting Hell, will appear in the second series of BBC One’s The Celebrity Traitors. Filming is complete, and the show will broadcast in autumn 2026, with 21 contestants competing for a £100,000 charity prize.
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Council & Politics · LewishamLewisham Council votes to limit cooperation with Home Office immigration raids
Lewisham Council has become the first UK local authority to pass a motion restricting cooperation with Home Office immigration raids. The decision follows 177 raids in SE13 during 2025 and targets data-sharing agreements. The council will train migrant businesses on legal resistance while complying with statutory duties.
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Council & Politics · LewishamLewisham Council cancels four of 13 parking fines after permit fault
Lewisham Council has acknowledged a technical fault affecting the recognition of a Catford resident’s parking permit, leading to 13 Penalty Charge Notices since July. Four tickets have been cancelled, but Ashleigh Gordon says new fines continue to arrive while she awaits a resolution.
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Local News · LewishamCoroner warns Met Police after Lewisham woman's death linked to delayed response
A coroner has urged the Metropolitan Police to review its policies after an inquest found delays in responding to Catherine Morgan’s disappearance may have contributed to her death. The 37-year-old from Lewisham died in Kent on 4 September 2024, hours after police declined to investigate despite reports of her high-risk status.
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Crime & Safety · Lewisham70 Volkswagen badges stolen in four-day south-east London theft spree
Around 70 Volkswagen vehicle badges and radar sensors were stolen in Catford, Forest Hill, Ladywell, Honor Oak, East Dulwich and Lewisham between 15 and 19 July 2026. Police confirmed investigations are ongoing and called for further reports from affected owners.
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Crime & Safety · LewishamTwo arrested after Catford robbery and knife recovery on Rushey Green
Metropolitan Police arrested two people in their 40s on suspicion of robbery, possession of an offensive weapon, and drugs after a foot chase on Rushey Green, Catford. A knife was recovered at the scene.
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Lifestyle & Food · LewishamCemetery Lodge Life: Colin Burgess Manages Lewisham’s Dead While Raising Family
Colin Burgess, 46, oversees Lewisham’s cemeteries and crematorium while residing in a council-provided house at Grove Park Cemetery. The role includes on-site living, wildlife conservation, and daily interactions with bereaved families. His children grew up among graves, shaping their perspectives on life and death.
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Local News · LewishamFire damages Sydenham shop and flats on Newlands Park, 2 August
A fire broke out on Newlands Park in Sydenham at 2.10pm on 2 August, damaging a shop and the first floor of the building. Seventy firefighters from Beckenham, Woodside and Lewisham stations attended, with no reported injuries. The cause remains under investigation.
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Local News · LewishamSeventy firefighters tackle blaze at Sydenham shop with flats above
London Fire Brigade deployed seventy firefighters to a fire at a shop with flats above on Newlands Park, Sydenham, on 2 August 2026. The incident led to road closures, displacing residents and disrupting local businesses while crews worked to bring the blaze under control.
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Local News · LewishamKent House Road in Sydenham closed due to fire service incident
Kent House Road in Sydenham was closed to traffic following a fire service operation in August 2026. News Shopper reported the incident, though details of the cause and duration remain unclear. Residents were advised to avoid the area during the closure.
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Transport & TfL · LewishamBakerloo line extension to Lewisham set for 2027 start at Stonebridge Park
Transport for London plans to begin construction on the Bakerloo line extension in summer 2027, starting with upgrades at Stonebridge Park Depot. The project aims to improve connections in South East London, where residents report frequent delays and limited transport options.
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Property & Planning · LewishamLewisham Library reopening delayed to late 2027 after structural flaws found
Lewisham Council has pushed back the reopening of Lewisham Library to late 2027 after uncovering structural problems during renovation works. The £24 million town centre revamp, funded by £19 million in Government money and £5 million in council funds, includes market improvements and a new business hub.
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Borough-wide and national stories that name Lewisham or bear directly on it.
Council & Politics · LondonBexley and Bromley Firms Named for Minimum Wage Failures
Chislehurst Care Limited in Bromley and Amazon Cleaning Ltd in Bexley have been named by the Government for failing to pay the National Minimum Wage. Nearly £4 million was repaid to over 27,000 workers across the UK in the latest enforcement round.
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Local News · GreenwichGreenwich seeks clarity on two-day London Marathon 2027
Organisers of the 2027 London Marathon are being urged to provide clear arrangements for residents and businesses in Greenwich. The event, scheduled for April 24 and 25, is expected to raise £150 million for charity but raises concerns about two days of disruption.
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Local News · GreenwichWinn Road residents face split council services
Winn Road in south east London is divided between the Royal Borough of Greenwich and the London Borough of Lewisham. This split means residents on opposite sides of the same street experience different council services and face unique challenges, particularly regarding road safety.
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Transport & TfL · LondonLime bikes withdrawn from Penge after resident complaints
Lime has withdrawn its e-bikes from Penge, Bromley, following complaints from blind residents who were forced into the road by improperly parked vehicles. Bromley Council had previously told Lime to stop operating in the borough as it lacked a contract.
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Crime & Safety · LondonBarnet retailers gain direct police link for shoplifting evidence
Retailers in Barnet can now submit CCTV footage and witness statements directly to police within hours of a shoplifting incident. The platform, already used in six London boroughs, has increased case resolutions from 7.3% to 29.4%. Smaller shops say cost remains a barrier.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTwo crashes cause traffic queues in Deptford and Brockley on 6 August
Two separate road collisions in Deptford and Brockley caused significant traffic delays on 6 August. Emergency services attended both incidents, which occurred within an hour of each other during the morning peak. No details of injuries or responsible parties have been released.
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Crime & Safety · LondonBarnet excluded as London retailers trial instant CCTV sharing with police
Tesco, Boots, Marks & Spencer and Greggs are trialling a system that shares CCTV and witness statements with the Metropolitan Police instantly. The scheme, active in eleven London boroughs, has raised the caution or charge rate from 7.3% to 29.4% and contributed to a 4% drop in shoplifting across the capital.
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Council & Politics · SouthwarkSouthwark’s new Green leader plans to make driving harder in the borough
Southwark Council’s new Green leader, James McAsh, has announced plans to make driving more difficult in the borough. The measures include blocking rat runs and expanding low-traffic neighbourhoods to improve air quality and road safety for children.
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Crime & Safety · LondonMet Police expands shoplifting evidence tool to eight more London boroughs
The Metropolitan Police will extend a digital evidence-sharing system to eight additional boroughs on Tuesday, after a pilot in six areas increased the rate of cautions and charges for shoplifting from 7.3% to 29.4%. Retailers including Boots and Greggs already use the platform.
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Business · LondonAldi plans £370m London expansion with 25 new stores in 2026
Aldi will invest £370 million in 2026 to open 25 new stores across Greater London, including Bromley, Lewisham and Elephant & Castle. The expansion aims to create jobs and improve access to affordable food, with store assistants earning at least £14.88 per hour inside the M25.
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Met Police tech quadruples shoplifting prosecutions in London rollout
The Metropolitan Police’s digital evidence platform has increased prosecution rates for shoplifting from 7.3% to 29.4% in pilot boroughs. The system, used by Tesco, Boots, M&S and Greggs, will cover 14 London boroughs from 3 August 2026, with reported offences down 3.7% in the last year.
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Crime & Safety · All LondonAaron Parker sentenced for exposing himself at Shortlands station
Aaron Parker, 41, of Hither Green, admitted two charges of exposing his genitals at Shortlands railway station on 9 March 2025. Bromley Magistrates’ Court sentenced him to a community order lasting until May 2027, including 20 days of rehabilitation and 150 hours of unpaid work.
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Crime & Safety · NewhamJay Archibald jailed for Stratford Overground robbery of teenager’s e-bike and scooter
A 23-year-old man from Lewisham has been sentenced to three years and nine months in prison for robbing a teenager at Stratford Overground station in June 2023. The victim reported lasting impacts on his safety when using the railway network.
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Crime & Safety · LondonStratford bike thief jailed after victim spots stolen e-bike online
A Lewisham man has been sentenced to nearly four years in prison after stealing a £1,500 e-bike and £700 e-scooter from a teenager at Stratford Overground station. The victim identified the thief after seeing the bike advertised on social media days later.
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Transport & TfL · GreenwichGreenwich Council proposes two-way cycle track across Blackheath
Greenwich Council has launched a public consultation on a two-way cycle track across Blackheath, part of a revised route to Eltham. The scheme drops earlier proposals to close roads to motor traffic but includes shared paths and turning restrictions to reduce rat-running.
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Crime & Safety · GreenwichCoroner finds clinical errors contributed to Eltham teacher's death
An inquest concluded that a primary school teacher from Eltham would likely have survived if a blood clot had been diagnosed and treated. The coroner identified clinical judgment errors in both her GP visit and hospital assessment, including overlooked risk factors such as her contraceptive pill use.
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