Cllr Anthony Okereke

Anthony was elected Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich in May 2022, having previously served as Cabinet Member for Housing. He was born and raised in the borough, living his whole life in Woolwich, and has represented Woolwich Common for Labour since 2018. Prior to this, Anthony worked in the built environment sector, in planning and engagement.

As Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Okereke’s priorities include the cost-of-living crisis, tackling climate emergency and health inequalities, as well as supporting economic prosperity for all. As part of this, Anthony is committed to proactively supporting a thriving and safe night time economy and ensuring it benefits everyone in the borough.