LEWISHAM Healthcare Trust has launched a 12 week public consultation on becoming a foundation trust.

Its campaign to gain members and improve local NHS services has won the support of Millwall Football Club.

Millwall player Neil Harris said: “I would urge local people to get behind Lewisham Healthcare NHS Trust and join the organisation as a member.

“By doing so, you will be giving your support to a winning team, and can have a say in improving local NHS services."

Foundation trusts remain part of the NHS but have greater freedom from central government control and are more accountable to the people who use them.

For more information on how to take part in the consultation which ends on May 14, visit lewisham.nhs.uk