A few weeks ago at the Uprise Mayoral “youth” hustings Brian Paddick made what seemed to be an off-hand remark. He claimed that a vote for the Liberal Democrats could keep the far right BNP out of the Assembly. There was so much nonsense being spoken that night that it […]
Retrofitting fans should watch this interesting guided tour around one home in Camden that has done its best to become the most energy efficient that it can be as part of a project to reduce emissions from all our homes.
Salary: £25,259 pa Job Details: Do you have a basic knowledge of social policy issues and a flair for carrying out policy development work? Then the role of Assistant Policy Officer at Shelter, one of the UK’s leading charities, could be just what you’re looking for. A challenging and varied role […]
On my travels through Bethnal Green I spotted this sign to beware of the non-drying paint. Nothing odd there you might think. While the concept of non-drying paint may seem simply anti-social, it’s probably not enough to warrant a mention here. What was more odd was the fact that there […]
Salary: £29,112- £31,210 Job Details: As Parliamentary Officer in VSO UK’s External Affairs Department, you’ll develop and maintain strong relationships with MPs and Members of the House of Lords, as well as with your VSO colleagues overseas. You’ll bring the voices of poor and marginalised communities into Parliament, increasing public understanding […]
Although this was made last year I’ve only just come across it and thought it was well worth passing on. David Mitchell on how market forces push us towards environmental unsustainability and a suggestion as to how that could change.
Harmony Sinfonia is Brockley’s very own symphony orchestra, and our spring concert will take place on Saturday 24th March, 7.30pm at St Peter’s Church in Wickham Road. The theme of our concert is “Revolution!”. History is peppered with revolutions, and many countries have given their names to major revolutions within […]
Salary: £31,152 – £33,306 Job Details: The majority Labour Group on Tower Hamlets Council is seeking to appoint a Political Adviser. Following the election in May 2010, the Labour Group holds 32 of 51 seats on the Council and forms the main opposition to the independent Elected Mayor. Tower Hamlets […]
Not a local bigwig or pompous councillor, just a guy who walked the park. Lovely.
London Keep our NHS Public Forum Tuesday 20 March 7pm Somers Town Community Centre Ossulston Street, NW1 1EE Behind British Library, 5 minutes from Euston or Kings Cross tube Map
Never noticed this before. As strolling past Trafalgar Square I saw the statue of Charles the first....
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