The Speaker of Lewisham

The Speaker performs ceremonial and public duties as the civic leader of the Council. This includes chairing full council meetings, attending community events, welcoming visitors and new citizens to Lewisham and working with other civic mayors and dignitaries across London and beyond. 

The Speaker is the Council’s representative at important local events, such as Remembrance Sunday and hosts fundraising events for the Mayor’s charity.

The Speaker is a serving councillor elected to the position for one year by fellow councillors at the Council’s Annual General Meeting (AGM).

Current Speaker

The current Speaker of Lewisham is Cllr Aaron Regisford.

Cllr Regisford is a lifelong Lewisham resident and is currently training to be a solicitor. 

Cllr Aaron Regisford was elected as a  Crofton Park ward councillor in 2026. He is keen to use his time as Speaker to represent the Council across the borough and raise money for the Mayor’s Charity.

Deputy Speaker

The Deputy Speaker is Cllr Hibaaq Aden. 

Invite the Speaker to an event

The Speaker welcomes invitations from local groups and organisations, including community groups, schools, and charities. He is happy to talk about the work of the Council or to attend events such as fetes, concerts, and ceremonies. If you would like to invite the Speaker to your event, please email the Civic Events team.

The Speaker will try to attend either in person or by asking the Deputy Speaker or a relevant councillor.