Stephen Penfold
@stephenpenfold.bsky.social
Lewisham Labour Councillor (Brockley Ward), Retired Social Housing Solicitor, Drummer and Hammer.
A great place for last minute Christmas gifts
December 19, 2025 at 12:11 PM
A great place for last minute Christmas gifts
It’s always an honour to represent Lewisham Council and my constituents of Brockley Ward at the Remembrance Sunday Service.
November 9, 2025 at 1:21 PM
It’s always an honour to represent Lewisham Council and my constituents of Brockley Ward at the Remembrance Sunday Service.
Tell the EU: Ban Octopus Farms action.eko.org/a/eu-wide-ba...
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October 18, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Tell the EU: Ban Octopus Farms action.eko.org/a/eu-wide-ba...
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🚨The Israeli government just approved a military takeover of Gaza City - a move that could cause catastrophic civilian bloodshed.
Keir Starmer says Israel should reconsider, but the UK is still supporting their military.
Keir Starmer says Israel should reconsider, but the UK is still supporting their military.
August 8, 2025 at 3:00 PM
🚨The Israeli government just approved a military takeover of Gaza City - a move that could cause catastrophic civilian bloodshed.
Keir Starmer says Israel should reconsider, but the UK is still supporting their military.
Keir Starmer says Israel should reconsider, but the UK is still supporting their military.
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There’s a tradition of Barry Town United referencing pop culture on the cover of the match programme, and this might be the best one yet.
August 4, 2025 at 2:14 PM
There’s a tradition of Barry Town United referencing pop culture on the cover of the match programme, and this might be the best one yet.
It’s always great to be part of the Brookmill Park River Clean Up. A good morning’s work
July 12, 2025 at 12:35 PM
It’s always great to be part of the Brookmill Park River Clean Up. A good morning’s work
Stand up for trans rights 🏳️⚧️
Join me and @GoodLawProject and help us fight the Supreme Court’s harmful decision:https://goodlawproject.org/s/c41bb8
Join me and @GoodLawProject and help us fight the Supreme Court’s harmful decision:https://goodlawproject.org/s/c41bb8
April 25, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Stand up for trans rights 🏳️⚧️
Join me and @GoodLawProject and help us fight the Supreme Court’s harmful decision:https://goodlawproject.org/s/c41bb8
Join me and @GoodLawProject and help us fight the Supreme Court’s harmful decision:https://goodlawproject.org/s/c41bb8
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A new youth mobility scheme with the EU would boost economic growth and provide exciting opportunities for young people.
At a time of so much global uncertainty deepening our partnership with EU partners is a win-win for our growth and prosperity.
www.independent.co.uk/voices/trump...
At a time of so much global uncertainty deepening our partnership with EU partners is a win-win for our growth and prosperity.
www.independent.co.uk/voices/trump...
Sadiq Khan: Here’s one thing to get us closer to Europe – and a post-Trump bump
A new youth mobility scheme will bring the UK and the EU some much needed connection – and a shot in the arm for business, too, writes London Mayor Sadiq Khan
www.independent.co.uk
April 17, 2025 at 7:03 AM
A new youth mobility scheme with the EU would boost economic growth and provide exciting opportunities for young people.
At a time of so much global uncertainty deepening our partnership with EU partners is a win-win for our growth and prosperity.
www.independent.co.uk/voices/trump...
At a time of so much global uncertainty deepening our partnership with EU partners is a win-win for our growth and prosperity.
www.independent.co.uk/voices/trump...
NDAs can silence victims of abuse & harassment. Let's change this! Sign the petition to ensure the Employment Rights Bill bans NDAs in cases of misconduct. #StopAbusiveNDAs #EmploymentRightsBill you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...
Stop employers covering up abuse
Hey! Do you remember the Harvey Weinstein case? Non Disclosure Agreements silenced victims of abuse - and it's not just happening in Hollywood. They're used in the UK to cover up all kinds of miscondu...
you.38degrees.org.uk
April 9, 2025 at 3:21 PM
NDAs can silence victims of abuse & harassment. Let's change this! Sign the petition to ensure the Employment Rights Bill bans NDAs in cases of misconduct. #StopAbusiveNDAs #EmploymentRightsBill you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/st...
Private companies are polluting our rivers, hiking up bills, and failing to deliver. 82% of us want public ownership – let’s make it happen!
Sign the open letter now & demand action! 👉
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/pu...
Sign the open letter now & demand action! 👉
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/pu...
Put Public Ownership of Water Back on the Table
Privatisation of water isn’t failing - it is the failure. The Government is mid-way through a major review of the water sector. But so far, it has refused to consider a potential solution that’s backe...
you.38degrees.org.uk
April 5, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Private companies are polluting our rivers, hiking up bills, and failing to deliver. 82% of us want public ownership – let’s make it happen!
Sign the open letter now & demand action! 👉
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/pu...
Sign the open letter now & demand action! 👉
you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/pu...
A very enjoyable recital at St John’s Church this afternoon.
March 22, 2025 at 11:20 PM
A very enjoyable recital at St John’s Church this afternoon.
One of my favourite jobs as a local councillor is presiding over a British Citizenship ceremony. The occasion is always so joyous and optimistic. Many congratulations and all the very best for the future to all those who became British citizens today #Lewisham
March 18, 2025 at 3:26 PM
One of my favourite jobs as a local councillor is presiding over a British Citizenship ceremony. The occasion is always so joyous and optimistic. Many congratulations and all the very best for the future to all those who became British citizens today #Lewisham
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"If you brought in a wealth tax of just 2% on people with assets of over £10m that would raise £24 billion a year" – @hackneyabbott.bsky.social
We couldn't agree more.
We couldn't agree more.
March 17, 2025 at 12:22 PM
"If you brought in a wealth tax of just 2% on people with assets of over £10m that would raise £24 billion a year" – @hackneyabbott.bsky.social
We couldn't agree more.
We couldn't agree more.
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ta...
Tax the super rich to stop cuts to public services
Across the UK, living standards are falling and millions live in poverty, while the cost of living crisis has made affording the basics difficult. Public services we all rely on - our hospitals, schoo...
you.38degrees.org.uk
March 6, 2025 at 1:43 PM
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/ta...
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🚨 Update on #Brockley eColi & water:
Guardian Reports of an E.coli outbreak are incorrect. Only ONE property is affected, likely due to an internal issue. Neighbouring properties have been tested—no E.coli found. Bottled water provided. Thames Water will address residents soon
Guardian Reports of an E.coli outbreak are incorrect. Only ONE property is affected, likely due to an internal issue. Neighbouring properties have been tested—no E.coli found. Bottled water provided. Thames Water will address residents soon
January 6, 2025 at 8:39 PM
🚨 Update on #Brockley eColi & water:
Guardian Reports of an E.coli outbreak are incorrect. Only ONE property is affected, likely due to an internal issue. Neighbouring properties have been tested—no E.coli found. Bottled water provided. Thames Water will address residents soon
Guardian Reports of an E.coli outbreak are incorrect. Only ONE property is affected, likely due to an internal issue. Neighbouring properties have been tested—no E.coli found. Bottled water provided. Thames Water will address residents soon
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
With my Councillor colleague @willpcooper.bsky.social, we ran an advice surgery today to give advice to the many residents who have all been served with s21 notices 2 weeks before Christmas.
With my Councillor colleague @willpcooper.bsky.social, we ran an advice surgery today to give advice to the many residents who have all been served with s21 notices 2 weeks before Christmas.
More than 150 residents face eviction as no fault notices served on apartment block
Exclusive: Residents at Vive Living Childers Street in Deptford have been served with a Section 21 eviction notice
www.independent.co.uk
December 13, 2024 at 8:43 PM
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...
With my Councillor colleague @willpcooper.bsky.social, we ran an advice surgery today to give advice to the many residents who have all been served with s21 notices 2 weeks before Christmas.
With my Councillor colleague @willpcooper.bsky.social, we ran an advice surgery today to give advice to the many residents who have all been served with s21 notices 2 weeks before Christmas.
Unelected officials in the House of Lords are claiming huge allowances whilst not turning up to debates and votes. Tell the Government to ban these shirkers from the House of Lords!
December 11, 2024 at 10:43 AM
Unelected officials in the House of Lords are claiming huge allowances whilst not turning up to debates and votes. Tell the Government to ban these shirkers from the House of Lords!
I was very pleased to be invited to the SELCE Retrofit Festival today. There were some inspiring speakers, explaining how individuals can make a real difference.
November 30, 2024 at 2:18 PM
I was very pleased to be invited to the SELCE Retrofit Festival today. There were some inspiring speakers, explaining how individuals can make a real difference.
November 25, 2024 at 6:24 PM