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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.
The President of South Africa has pledged to follow the lead of Lewisham Council and introduce a system of elected young mayors.
Residents in what was previously known as the ‘Chrysalis PFI area’ have voted yes to transfer ownership of their Lewisham Council homes to London and Quadrant Housing Trust (L&Q).