PEOPLE across south east London are delighted to see that the Blackheath Fireworks 2022 display has been cancelled.

The annual display, which is organised by Lewisham Council, has been called off for the third year in a row due to “funding cuts” from central government.  

It comes as Lewisham Council said it needs to focus its “limited financial resources” on maintaining essential services and supporting vulnerable residents. 

A spokesperson for the council said although it has “endeavoured” to continue organising the display, it is currently “not possible” given the financial pressures.  

Lewisham Council said it will explore possible options for further displays and will remain open to offers of sponsorship and external funding.  

The 2019 event was thrown into doubt after Lewisham Council said it was under threat again due to "lack of funding". 

A crowdfunding campaign was then organised by the council to raise £20,000 for the event. 

Lewisham Council confirmed at the time that the event went ahead following the fundraiser.  

However, the display was cancelled in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.  

The 2021 display was called off again due to "lack of funding”, according to Lewisham Council. 

Here’s what News Shopper readers said about the cancelled event:

Marian Mitchell said: “Good”

Sandro Guascone said: “Good for the dogs, elderly and war vets then. Win win.”

Mark R. Watson said: “Yay! Because my sister lives in Blackheath and has a cat.”

Pamela Brass said:” Good I'm glad.”

Steve Jenkins said: “Excellent hate the things and the wild life will be happy.”

Linda Martin said: “Good. A waste of taxpayers money.”

Jak Sabbath said: “At least the animals won't suffer as much.”

Jacob Reynold said: “I’m delighted to see.”

Tobias Joss said: “Good. Hate those things.”

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