The JMB has been awarded Cleaner Greener Safer funding from the Borough, Bankside and Walworth Community Council to carryout gardening improvements to the central garden area at Elim Estate. Residents have long talked about the need to improve the tidy but uninspiring grassed area and this is the second bid made to the Council to secure money forRead more
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The JMB bade farewell to one of its long serving staff members today. Isaac Goss had worked with the organisation as a Repairs Operative since 1996. As possibly the most popular member of the staff team Isaac will be missed by colleagues and residents alike. We all wish him well in his future endeavours.
The weather forecast for tomorrow, Thursday 12th January 2017, predicts a sharp deterioration in general conditions. The current BBC weather centre’s advice is as follows for Thursday between 10am and 1:55 pm: There is a chance of snow settling with disruption to road, rail and air services as well as interruptions to power supplies andRead more
The JMB has kindly been offered complementary tickets for a production called Art at the Old Vic. The performance is on the 4th January at 7pm. If you interested in attending the performance contact either Len or Charlotte at the JMB 0n 2027 450 8000 for further details
The JMB has become a partner with Southwark Council and Thames Reach in developing a digital inclusion hub at our office on Leathermarket Street. The idea is to help local residents acquire or improve their computer skills with the help of volunteers. There are no formal courses so all you have to do is arrange to comeRead more
Following the Annual General Meeting in October the first JMB Board meeting was held on Thursday 1st December. As is customary, directors held a vote to elect a Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer and Company Secretary for the forthcoming year. Board members elected were as follows: Chair: Christine Parsons (Crosby Hamilton and Lockyer TRA) Vice Chair: Fola Ogunkola (DecimaRead more
Lord Heseltine visited the JMB lastweek and spent time in the award winning Community Garden at Whites Grounds Estate as can be seen in the photo. Not quite as big as his own estate but impressive nevertheless we feel. Lord Heseltine is currently an advisor to the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Growth. HeRead more
The programme of estate inspections by JMB Directors and local residents continued last Saturday, 3rd September, with a walkabout on the Kiplng Estate. The picture shows Directors and local residents in the lobby of Burwash House. The walkabout generated lots of good ideas which the JMB will look to follow up on. The overall feedback wasRead more
The JMB’s Social Group is offering free tickets to London Zoo on Wednesday the 1st June. This date falls within the half term holidays. The trip is aimed at families with youngsters but because tickets are limited there are a few conditions. There is a maximum ticket allocation of two children (aged 3-15 years) and one adult per household.Read more
The JMB’s Vice Chair, Christine Parsons, has been nominated for not one but two prestigious housing awards. Chris is up for a Southwark Housing Heroes Lifetime Achievement Award on the 28th January and is also shortlisted for the TPAS regional award for Tenant of the Year in February. Win or lose this is well deserved recognition forRead more