Chris Maines

I work for an out-of-hours GP service in the National Health Service and have lived here in Blackheath for twenty years.
I have long been active in the community, including eight years as a local councillor. I was part of the successful campaign to save Lewisham Hospital from being downgraded.
I previously chaired the Blackheath Working Party, which monitored the Heath and helped secure its Green Flag status.
There must be more consultation and community involvement in how the heath is used - it is a precious local resource. The 2025 fireworks were welcome, but too close and too disruptive to the Village.
Blackheath is a rare acid grassland habitat and a vital community asset. We need councillors who understand and protect it.