Lewisham Council News
The following news stories were published within the last 30 days on the London Borough of Lewisham website. These are not aimed at the voluntary sector, but some of the stories may be of interest.
Winners of the 2010 Lewisham Business Awards
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The winners of the prestigious 2010 Lewisham Mayor’s Business Awards were announced on Thursday 11 March at a ceremony staged at Blackheath Halls and compered by the stand-up comedian Nathan Caton.
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Forest Hill Pools design goes on display
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An exhibition of the latest design for the new Forest Hill Pools will be on display until Saturday 27 March 2010.
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Free season cricket passes for Lewisham senior citizens
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Lewisham residents aged 60 years old and over are being invited to apply for free passes to enable them to see county cricket matches for free at Lord’s throughout the 2010 season.
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New start for weekend garden waste recycling service
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Following last year’s successful trial, Lewisham Council is once again offering residents a more convenient - and free - way of disposing of garden waste at the weekend.
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More support for local businesses and new entrepreneurs
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Lewisham Council has expanded its business advisory services. Working closely with partner agencies, Lewisham can now help more unemployed people become self employed or start up in business, as well as provide further support to existing local businesses.
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Former Mayor and Freeman mourned
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Lewisham Council has received the sad news that Les Eytle, Honorary Freeman of the Borough of Lewisham, former Civic Mayor of Lewisham and ward councillor for 24 years, has passed away.
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London 2012 celebrates iconic landmark in Lewisham
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Sebastian Coe, Chairman of the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympics Games today unveiled the design of the ‘Landmark London’ pin badge for Lewisham.
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Jacob meets Jacob: young people inspire South African President
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The President of South Africa has pledged to follow the lead of Lewisham Council and introduce a system of elected young mayors.
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People’s Day 2010: calling all voluntary and community organisations
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Lewisham Council is inviting all voluntary and community organisations to take part in Lewisham People’s Day 2010, which will be held on Saturday 10 July at Mountsfield Park in Catford.
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Council raises £10K for charity
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Lewisham Mayor Sir Steve Bullock has proudly handed over a cheque for £10,000 to the Lavender Trust at Breast Cancer Care. The money has been collected through numerous fundraising events organised by Lewisham Council over the past year.
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Training
- Management Committee Financial Responsibilities | 24/03/2010
- Essential Skills in Financial Management: 1. Financial Policies & Procedures | 22/04/2010
- Essential Skills in Financial Management: 2. Setting and Monitoring a Budget | 29/04/2010
- Essential Skills in Financial Management: 3. Introduction to Bookkeeping | 06/05/2010
- Essential Skills in Financial Management: 4. Year End Accounts (Receipts & Payments format) | 13/05/2010
