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John Batteson
@johnbatteson.bsky.social
Southwark Cabinet Member for Climate Emergency, Jobs & Business, Newington Labour Councillor. GMB Member, Arsenal STH - North Bank.
Great to be out this morning speaking to people on Draco Street and Lorrimore Road #SE17 about their priorities and local issues we can support with.
May 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Santiago Bernabéu - completed it! 🔴⚪
April 17, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Devastating to hear a young man lost his life in Newington #SE17 last night. We were in the area today speaking to the police about the incident who are encouraging anyone with information to share (CAD 7392/14APR). My thoughts are with his friends and family.

news.met.police.uk/news/murder-...
Murder investigation launched following a fatal stabbing in Walworth
Six people have been arrested following the murder of a 21-year-old.
news.met.police.uk
April 15, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Great team out on the doors in Newington yesterday speaking to people on Fleming Road and Forsyth Gardens #SE17 about local issues and casework we will be following up on.
April 13, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Good to be out in Newington this morning speaking to people on Bolton Crescent, Camberwell New Road and Midnight Avenue #SE5. Picked up casework which we'll be writing to the housing association about and there was lots of support for @teamlabouruk.bsky.social.
February 15, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Damp but productive Newington session with a great team this morning. Good to be out speaking to people in Langdale Close and Olney Road #SE17 picking up casework we can help with as local councillors. Lots of support for @teamlabouruk.bsky.social on the doorstep 🌹
January 26, 2025 at 3:21 PM
We're lucky to have great primary schools in Newington including Crampton #SE17 which is in the top 1% nationally. Today we met teachers & governors to discuss what extra support they need to continue delivering outstanding education for children with a particular focus on SEND provision.
January 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
The most beautiful feeling! #COYG 🔴⚪
January 15, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Southwark Cathedral looking very festive for tonight's Christmas carol service.
December 23, 2024 at 8:15 PM
Some festive and grocery shopping for #SmallBusinessSaturday. Picked up a Christmas wreath from Pozies Florist before heading to a personal favourite St James Supermarket - a hidden gem which sells produce from all over the world and is open 24/7 #ifkyk #SmallBizSatUK
December 7, 2024 at 3:45 PM
#SmallBizSatUK provides a great opportunity to celebrate small businesses and shop locally tomorrow. 95% of Southwark businesses are micro or small but they play a huge role in our community. High streets will only become more vibrant if we shop there so let’s all support our small local businesses.
December 6, 2024 at 3:49 PM
The beautiful scenes watching Arsenal easily turn over Man United again 🔴⚪
December 4, 2024 at 11:15 PM
There are some exciting plans to redesign the Brandon Library & Youth Centre in Newington #SE17 including a new games area, music room and singing studio. The consultation to provide views on proposed designs is open until 13th December and can be found here: engage.southwark.gov.uk/en-GB/projec...
December 3, 2024 at 2:21 PM
Reposted by John Batteson
"While @teamlabouruk.bsky.social provide leadership on the climate international stage, Southwark Labour are delivering climate action locally."

Cllr John Batteson outlines how Southwark Labour are reducing emissions year on year as we drive toward #NetZero and combat the climate emergency.
November 19, 2024 at 1:45 PM
Great Saturday morning out in Newington, starting with a session speaking to residents in Chapter and Lorrimore Road #SE17 before opening the new Frederick's Playground on Westcott Road. This will be a great youth provision which we know will make such a positive difference to the local area.
November 16, 2024 at 3:45 PM
Reposted by John Batteson
This week @teamlabouruk.bsky.social showcased our unwavering ambitions for tackling the climate emergency at #COP29

Next week, climate takes centre stage in Southwark as we continue to work with the community toward net zero

Watch the debate on the night here: shorturl.at/tkuDl
November 14, 2024 at 1:06 PM