ELEVEN Labour councillors will stand down at next year's elections, with two more high-profile members set to be parachuted into other wards.
Those leaving the council chamber include cabinet member for children and young people Councillor Katy Donnelly.
Others standing down include Lee Green ward councillor Simeon Baker, Lewisham Central member Heidi Nash and Les Eytle from Whitefoot.
Deputy Labour group leader Madeliene Long will stand in New Cross after 20 years serving Lee Green.
Cabinet member for housing Susan Wise is also on the move from Forest Hill to Perry Vale.
The full list of candidates for the elections, which take place next May, is expected to be announced next week.
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