Damien Egan is in the news over local Lewisham issues. He’s the Labour mayor, elected in 2018, previously a borough councillor.
Damien Egan, Labour MP for Bristol North East, had his planned visit to Bristol Brunel Academy postponed after protests linked to the Israel-Gaza conflict. The school cited safety concerns, while activists and unions celebrated the cancellation as a stand against support for Israel's military actions. The incident highlights ongoing tensions over political support in UK schools.