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Christmas and New Year opening hours

Dear everyone, Please see the table below for the JMB opening hours over the festive period: Date Times Emergency Out of Hours Service Monday 22nd December 9am – 5pm From 5pm Tuesday 23rd December 9am – 5pm From 5pm Wednesday 24th December 9am – 1pm From 5pm Thursday 25th December CLOSED From 5pm Friday 26th […]

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Changes to estate patches managed by the Housing Services Officers

Dear residents, To ensure more efficient servicing by our Housing Team, there were some changes as to the patches that the Housing Services Officers manage – please see the list below for the details. The list will further be shared with the Chairs and Secretaries of your respective Tenants & Residents Associations. Patch List 2025

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Santa’s Grotto and Day trip to Canterbury Christmas Market

Dear Residents, This year the JMB is organising two Christmas events, Santa’s Grotto and a free day-trip to Canterbury Christmas Market.   Santa’s Grotto Children up to 11 years old, accompanied by an adult, are invited to meet  Mr Claus and his not-so-little helpers at the JMB office lobby in the second week of December: […]

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Office closure on Wednesday 16th July

Dear residents, Please be aware that, due to staff training, our office will be closed on Wednesday 16th July.  For emergencies, please contact out-of-hours service on 020 7450 8000. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.

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Stock Condition Survey

Dear Residents,   Please be advised that Leathermarket JMB is conducting a survey of the properties we manage to assess their current condition. The programme is scheduled to conclude by January 2025. During this period, a surveyor will visit your property. We kindly request that you grant them access to all rooms in your home, […]

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Cost of Living Support Vouchers

Dear Residents, Southwark Council is partnering with Leathermarket JMB to deliver its Winter Cost of Living Fund. Eligible low income households will receive a £100 Post Office Payout Voucher (by email or in post) that can be redeemed for cash at any Post Office. To be referred to the Fund, you must meet the following […]

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Allocations within the JMB area

Currently Southwark has 15,000 families and its waiting list and 3,500 families in temporary accommodation. Southwark has total control over allocations within the JMB area. The JMB does not have access to our tenants rehousing information, which means that our RSOs do not have the information to provide advice. The JMB will get involved in […]

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Introducing Clive Shaw, our new Chair of the Board

As we begin Leathermarket JMB’s 30th anniversary year—our Diamond year—I’m pleased to introduce myself as the new Chair of the Board.   Thirty years is a real achievement and a testament to the residents who came together to create a better, more direct way to manage their homes. The Tenant Management Organisation they established remains […]

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Leathermarket JMB appoints new CEO

We’re pleased to announce that Abbi Agana has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Leathermarket JMB, building on the past nine months she has spent with us as Chief Transformation Officer.   Since joining the organisation, Abbi has worked closely with residents, staff and the Board to gain a deep understanding of what […]

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Damp & Mould Drop in Sessions

Do you have concerns about damp, mould, or condensation in your home? Come and speak to us in a friendly, supportive environment. We can: – Discuss your concerns – Offer practical advice – Arrange follow-up support – Help you understand prevention and reporting. Date: Every last Wednesday Time: 2-5PM Location: 26 Leathermarket Street, London SE13HN […]

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Update regarding Peveril House Lifts

Dear Residents, We wanted to provide you with the latest update regarding the lifts at Peveril House. Earlier today, our lift consultants were on site from the morning to carry out a detailed inspection. They identified a fault with lift 1119 (left hand side), which was repaired by midday. After the lift became operational, our […]

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Lawson TRA meeting on Wednesday 10th December

Dear Residents of the Lawson Estate, The next meeting of your Tenants & Residents Association will take place on Wednesday 10th December at the Roundhouse Hall, starting 7pm. Please see the agenda attached for the details. LETRA notice 10 December 2025

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UPDATE: Peveril House Lifts

UPDATE: Dear Residents, Please accept our sincere apologies for the recent prolonged outage affecting both lifts in the building. We fully understand how frustrating and inconvenient this has been. Both lifts are over 25 years old, and we are actively exploring options to begin modernisation works as soon as possible. In the meantime, we are […]

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3 seats available on the coach to Canterbury Christmas Market on December 14

Dear Residents, 3 seats have become available on the free coach to the Canterbury Christmas Market on December 14th! If interested, email or text Igor, Resident Engagement Officer, on igor.novokreshchenov@lmjmb.org.uk / 07761343268. We leave from Long Lane/Staple St bus stop at 10am and go back at 5pm. Please be mindful that the trip is reserved […]

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