Blackheath Fire Works saved
Your Local councillors are pleased to report that the Mayor of Lewisham has backed down over a proposal to cut the public firework display on Blackheath.
Our Facebook group to save the display grew to over 1,400 residents and our online petition attracted similar support.
Local residents shared our view that this display is a major event on the calender for Blackheath and a safe way of celebrating Guy Fawkes Night.
The cost of £36,000 to Lewisham Council for 80,000 visitors to enjoy the display is good value. The cost to the taxpayer for the emergency services to deal with domestic firework parties that go wrong is high and a safe event that brings together the community in Blackheath is worth supporting. The event also brings extra business to traders in Blackheath village.
Thanks to all of you who took part in the campaign and I hope you enjoy this evening’s display.
