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Ellie writes… I speak on behalf of Rachel, Seyi and myself when I say we are still reeling after the election result 10 days ago. I personally feel like there is a huge weight in my chest, terrified for the … Continue reading →

Ellie and Seyi write…   This is a very belated post, but hopefully still interesting and we hope will spark some discussion. Before Christmas we put on our warm coats and boots and headed out into the night to join … Continue reading →

Rachel writes… Newham is currently consulting (actually, approaching the end of a consultation) on the Detailed Sites and Policies Development Plan document. It’s a bit of a mouthful to say, and even more to read! If you look at the … Continue reading →

Rachel writes… A very quick update, with some information about upcoming events: Thursday 19th February from 5:30-7:30 at The Gate Library: Arts Exhibition Launch in partnership with Rosetta Arts. Introductions to artists Tim Timewell and Karen Colley, with refreshments and … Continue reading →

Rachel writes… I want to be entirely honest with you and say that a desire to get involved with parking was not a motivating force for me when I was thinking about trying to become a councillor.  But here we … Continue reading →

Ellie writes… About a year ago we came across the concept of play streets, an exciting yet simple initiative allowing kids to ‘play out’ like a lot of us enjoyed doing as children. By temporarily closing residential roads this gives … Continue reading →

Ellie writes… I can’t believe last year went so quickly! We use this blog to talk mainly about ward specific issues but as I was filing (aka shredding) my papers over Christmas I flicked back through some of the Council … Continue reading →

Rachel writes… Writing about the #iheartforestgate campaign reminded me that there are plenty of people who care about making our local area more clean and tidy. Perhaps none more so than Misty, a hugely hard-working local resident who runs ‘tidy … Continue reading →