Local elections are coming up — 7 May 2026
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Labour candidate for Downham
As your Labour Parliamentary candidate, I believe in investing in public services, championing quality education and healthcare, and building a fair and prosperous economy. These values reflect our collective vision for a society where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive. If elected as your Member of Parliament, I will prioritise the needs of our community above all else. Whether it’s advocating for increased funding for the NHS, improving public transport, or better educational opportunities for children, I will be a relentless voice for positive change. Our local businesses are the backbone of our community, and I am committed to supporting and celebrating them. In the face of challenges such as rising energy costs and rents I will work tirelessly to support their continued success. I will establish a constituency office that is easily accessible to you, where my team and I will be available to address any concerns or issues you may face. Your voice matters, and I will make it heard in parliament. Together, let us build a future where opportunities abound, where the cost-of-living crisis is addressed, and where everyone has a fair start in life.
Bromley and Biggin Hill (2024)
Labour Party· Not elected
Downham (2022)
Labour Party· Elected
Lewisham East
Constituency
Downham
Ward
Oana Olaru-Holmes
Candidate
Downham
The responsibility of a councillor is to represent the people within a ward by making decisions on local services and other local issues.
Lewisham