“Let’s talk” says Gordon Brown!

Gordon Brown has paid a visit to Lambeth to listen to the concerns of ordinary people. The Chancellor of the Exchequer took part in a 'Let's Talk' event at the town hall in Brixton. "Let's Talk" is a Labour Party initiative that brings senior politicians out to hear the views of ordinary people.

Over 200 Lambeth residents heard Gordon Brown talk about his vision for a stronger, fairer Britain before he took part in small-group discussions around the room. Issues raised by participants included improving school standards and getting more young people into work. The Chancellor was accompanied by Lambeth’s Labour Council Leader, Steve Reed, and the Borough’s GLA Member Val Shawcross. The Chancellor praised Lambeth’s newly elected Labour council for its work to improve the Borough.

Brixton resident Steve Yandell met the Chancellor at the event. He said: “People were thrilled to see Gordon Brown sitting down and joining in conversations with ordinary Lambeth residents. He listened, and he’s promised to write back to everyone who took part. It’s not often you see senior politicians listening like that. I was very impressed.

Share you views on this and other local issues in the Lambeth Forum and be kept informed about local issues by emailing subscribe@lambethlabour.com.

To let us know your view on this issue, get help from your local councillor, or discover how you can help Labour in Lambeth, please complete the form below.