William Cooper

Background

About William Cooper

I am currently the Cabinet Member for Better Homes, Neighbourhoods and Homelessness at the London Borough of Lewisham. My Cabinet role involves managing homes throughout our borough, from the thousands of social homes we directly manage, to regulation and licensing in the private sector. Previously I have worked as a Senior Caseworker for Vicky Foxcroft MP and also as her Political Assistant in the House of Commons. Safe and secure housing is my greatest passion and I believe social housing in particular should be central to growth, stability and mental wellbeing across all our communities. I have been an active member of the Labour Party since I was 18 and am an experienced election agent at a local and national level. I have been responsible for the nomination, expenses and legal duties of dozens of parliamentary and local election candidates since 2011. I have held various positions in constituency Labour parties and and Chair of Lewisham Co-operative Party. I also sit as a trustee on the Millwall Community Trust and am a season ticket holder and avid follower of Lewisham Borough Community Football Club.