Veganism on the rise

By Mei-Ling McNamara
It’s official: veganism is the new vegetarianism.  A growing trend that shuns eating animal-sourced products is gaining momentum this month in a national awareness campaign.

More Lewisham parents seeking MMR vaccine

By Ciaran McCauley

Cases of measles are falling and uptake of the MMR vaccination is on the rise in Lewisham, it has been revealed this week. The unpopularity of the MMR jab had led to sky-rocketing levels of measles in recent years, with Lewisham one of the worst affected areas.

‘Fuel poverty trap’ threatens Southwark carers

By Leo Hornak
 A Southwark charity criticized the council’s approach to carers for elderly or disabled, saying it encourages a ‘fuel poverty trap’. This week Southwark Carers contacted every councilor about challenges they face in the coming winter, as part of their “Making the Most of Your Money” campaign, launched this month.

Mental health charity threatened by eviction

By Vanessa Kortekaas

CoolTan Arts, a mental health charity in Southwark is under threat from a landlord who intends to demolish part of the charity’s building on Tuesday.

Nature’s workout

By Abhijeet Ahluwalia
An innovative new volunteer group is offering Lewisham residents the chance to keep fit and help nature at the same time.
Nature’s Gym, a scheme developed by Lewisham Council in conjunction with Glendale Grounds Management, allows volunteers to assist in conservation activities, which also provide a physical workout.

“Nature’s Gym involves taking part in conservation activities [...]