This is a summary of the decisions made at the meeting of Mayor and Cabinet held on Wednesday 22 May 2013.
Every week millions of pairs of ladies tights are put in the bottom drawer or the bin and the art collective, Akleriah, will be exploring these recycling issues.
Lewisham has celebrated the achievement of over 50 apprentices.
Lewisham marked World Fairtrade Day on 11 May with a new campaign to encourage businesses and residents to use more Fairtrade products.
Diabetes UK is looking for local volunteers to train as community champions to raise awareness of type 2 diabetes.
Two new enterprises which capitalise on the popularity of the nation’s love of street food will kick-start Love Your Local Markets fortnight from 15-29 May in Lewisham.
Try a diet with a difference by reducing the amount of rubbish you place in your domestic refuse bin.
Lewisham Council is offering residents a rare opportunity to build their own home.
A campaign is underway to recruit hundreds more volunteer cadet leaders who can help make a difference to the lives of thousands of young adults in the capital.
Parents are being urged to check that their children have had two doses of the MMR vaccination.
Register with the Planning Inspectorate and make a representation about the proposed Supersewer.
During Dementia Awareness Week (19–25 May 2013) Lewisham residents will be encouraged to talk about dementia.
The London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority (LFEPA) is consulting on the Draft Fifth London Safety Plan until 17 June.