Co-op Conversations Local Government: Greenwich Co-op Commission with Cllr Anthony Okereke and Cllr Mariam Lolavar

You are invited to hear from and join in conversation with the Leader of Greenwich Council, Labour and Co-operative’s Cllr Anthony Okereke and Cllr Mariam Lolavar, as we delve into the work of the Greenwich Co-op Commission.

The Royal Borough of Greenwich launched its ‘Together for Greenwich: Co-operation for the Future’ report in February 2025. This was the Greenwich Co-op Commission’s report which the Co-op Party supported the Royal Borough of Greenwich with producing, and specific work and outcomes on co-op business growth, social care and community energy including a £1m Community Energy Fund.

Nearly eighteen months on, we’re delighted to welcome two of the councillors who led on this work to reflect on the work of the commission itself, collaborating with key partners, learning from other councils, implementing the recommendations within their council, and of course – how it has gone since.

Do you want to setup a commission at your council?

• Are you looking to replicate any element; co-op growth, co-op social care or Community Energy Fund?
• Don’t know where to start? Can it be done?
• Come join us as we chat through the Greenwich experience and hear some key hints and tips about bringing similar through your own council.

You can check out the commission’s final report here: New recommendations shape collaboration across Royal Greenwich | Royal Borough of Greenwich

We look forward to seeing you.