There are eight candidates running for mayor of Lewisham, an office Labour has held since 2002.
Lewisham is a diverse area of London mixing urban and suburban areas with a growing culture scene.
The Greens become the largest party in two former Labour strongholds in south London.
Labour loses control of several London councils while the Green Party take councils and mayoralties.
Residents say bags "with dog poo and needles" left by street cleaners are regularly uncollected.
Lewisham Council defers a decision on plans to build 45 new homes following complaints.
Lewisham Council faces calls to reconsider 45 new homes planned for Blackheath station car park.
The university's Fine Art and Design department needed a new site after needing to vacate its current location at the former Lewisham College site, by July 2027.
The London borough of Lewisham has 17 officers who patrol the streets hunting down people who fly-tip.
