Yesterday evening I went to the launch at Newham Bookshop of this work by local historian, John Walker. I haven’t read it yet but I know that the story of this Victorian workhouse for children (which is only 10 minutes walk from where I live) is pretty…Read more…
“Newham residents raise £1,600 for the Magpie Project”
Hat tip Newham Council Website “Money was raised through a collection at Newham Council’s music extravaganza Under the Stars with many residents providing generous donations. Additional donations were also collected through Newham Council staff partici…Read more…
Magpie Project
I spent some time this morning at the Magpie Project in Forest Gate talking to families using the centre & volunteers. I was so impressed. A fantastic respite & haven for mums and children living in temporary accommodation in and around Newham …Read more…
A Christmas Story, East London, 2017 (In one of the richest countries in the World)
I have just donated £50 to the Magpie Project in Forest Gate in lieu of xmas cards to friends and colleagues.
“Welcome to the Magpie Project
We can’t solve the housing crisis, but we believe in making children’s lives better during their time in temporary accommodation.
We provide practical…Read more…