Author Archives: racheltripp

Rachel writes… Along with parking, litter and fly tipping remain among the top issues that residents contact us the three of us about. So we put our heads together to think about how we could make a difference, and we … Continue reading →

Rachel writes… I mentioned in an earlier post my frustration with the litter left on Wanstead flats, which I felt especially keenly during the (brilliant) #tidyourflats session that Misty organises with the Corporation of London. It seems that once the … Continue reading →

Ellie writes… I get about three or four cases a week either from someone approaching me in the community or via an email, phone call, or at the surgery we hold in the library on Saturday mornings. I smile and … Continue reading →

Rachel writes… On Monday this week I was invited to attend a dinner to celebrate the volunteers and community groups who together ran RamadanFM, which was broadcast during Ramadan throughout Forest Gate and East London. A genuine community radio station, … Continue reading →

(This picture is a montage which includes some of the canvassing sessions we held during the run-up to the election in May this year) Rachel writes… Last Saturday Ellie, Seyi and I met up in the warmth of this current … Continue reading →

So many lovely summer community events, so little time #forestgateproblems — Rachel Tripp (@rectripp) July 13, 2014 Rachel writes… Probably not the biggest problem in the world, but last weekend was stuffed full of community events. Busy, tiring, encouraging, interesting … Continue reading →

Ellie writes… The best bit about being a Councillor is working with inspiring, proactive residents making a difference in our community. And we aren’t short of them in Forest Gate. It is always a pleasure to be able to support … Continue reading →

Rachel writes… When we were out doorknocking in preparation for the election, one of the things that consistently came up on the doorstep was parking. Particularly on Sebert Road, residents told us they were unhappy that they couldn’t park near … Continue reading →