Darren Johnson Voted London Assembly Chair

From: Press Release, London Assembly, 6May09
"The London Assembly has today elected Darren Johnson AM as its new Chair for 2009/10, with Jennette Arnold AM taking over the role of Deputy Chair. At their annual meeting Assembly Members also re-established a number of committees to examine the Mayor of London’s policies and investigate issues of importance to London.

Chair of the London Assembly Darren Johnson AM said: “I am honoured to have been chosen by my colleagues to lead the Assembly in the year ahead and delighted to have this additional opportunity to serve Londoners. I believe the next twelve months will be a crucial time for the future of our city as we seek to pull out of recession and alleviate its impact on individual Londoners. Assembly Members will vigorously make the case for London to receive its fair share of resources from central government during these tough times."

Full Release here

Further Info:
London Assembly / Darren Johnson Lewisham