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Council reacts following revelation that Page 20 LOCAL LIFE Brexit could cost capital £9.5bn a year Lotte speaks to schoolchildren about her memories as an evacuee ounslow Council has initial Brexit impacts on the London member states, together with by the Centre for Economics and child responded after a new economy caused by reductions in trade additional red tape. Business Research (CEBR). report examining the with the EU. Services industries – which include The analysis sets out the initial effects impact of Brexit on the The Brexit trade deal that came into financial and professional services, law, on London’s economy of the reduction HLondon economy revealed that it could force on January 1 ensured that goods creative, technology and hospitality in trade with the EU as a result of the end up costing the capital’s economy travelling between the UK and European sectors - contribute 80 per cent to the Brexit agreement and shows a potential £9.5bn a year. Union will not face tariffs or quotas. UK’s economy. London, meanwhile, annual loss of £9.5bn of Gross Domestic Cllr Shantanu Rajawat, Hounslow British businesses in the services accounts for 40 per cent of the UK’s Product (GDP). London’s financial and Council’s Cabinet Member for Finance sectors however now face major exports in services. professional services sector alone is set and Corporate Services has responded barriers to doing business in the The mayor has this week published to account for more than £2bn in lost to the report, published by London European Single Market and have this analysis of the government’s Brexit GDP per year. Mayor Sadiq Khan, which sets out to comply with varying rules across trade deal from a London perspective Continued inside on P3 Page 32

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PUBLISHER Paul Williams Captain Tom dies aged 100 paulwilliams@hounslowherald. co.uk Captain Sir Thomas Moore, known as raising £33m for the NHS during the “We share our deepest condolences ‘Captain Tom’, has sadly passed away. pandemic by walking 100 laps of his and sympathies with his family and DISTRIBUTION Captain Tom had been admitted to garden in the run up to his birthday. loved ones at this incredibly sad time. G&T hospital on Sunday 31st January after The war veteran was being treated We’d also like to say thank you, and being treated for pneumonia for a at Bedford Hospital. Liz Lees MBE, pay tribute to Captain Sir Tom Moore few weeks and then testing positive Chief Nurse, Bedfordshire Hospitals for the remarkable contribution he Pick up a copy of The Hounslow for Covid-19. NHS Foundation Trust said: “It has has made to the NHS.” Herald from: Captain Tom, who was 100-years- been our immense privilege to care Sainsbury’s Essex Place W4, old when he died, rose to fame after for Captain Sir Tom Moore. Page 18 Morrisons Brentford, Chiswick Library, Chiswick Town Hall, Strand NEWS On The Green Post Office Crime Crime Local MP joins with Unite to launch new Online Learning Hub The Hounslow Herald is published Police appeal following stabbing in Kingston Police appeal following by Vencor Ltd upon Thames Isleworth collision Unit 22, 295 Chiswick High Road, London W4 4HH Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses after a man ©PWR Media 2017. All Rights Reserved was seriously injured as the result of a stabbing in New Malden. Police were called at approximately 17.05hrs on Thursday 21st January to reports of a stabbing on Georgia Road, KT3. Officers attended, along with London Ambulance Service, and found a 42-year-old man suffering from Page 30 multiple stab wounds. Hounslow Police are appealing for He was taken to an south London witnesses after a traffic collision in TRAVEL Reward for Letter of the Week hospital where he continues to receive Isleworth. A room with a view in the Lake treatment for his injuries, which are Police say they were called at District The Hounslow Herald has decided not deemed life-threatening. our enquiries and help us to identify approximately 16:15 on Friday 8th to introduce a £50 cash prize for Detectives from the Met’s South who is responsible. I would urge them January, to reports of a road traffic Letter of the Week West CID are keen to speak with to get in touch. collision, involving a child and a car on anyone who witnessed the incident or “If you saw any suspicious activity London Road. Please email your letters about noticed anything suspicious in the area in the area that evening, or have any A 6-year-old boy was crossing the local or other issues to: newsdesk@hounslowherald. at the time. information regarding the attack, road with his mother when he collided co.uk Detective Constable Jake Smalley, please come forward and tell us.” with a car. investigating, said: “This was a brutal Anyone who can help police is asked Officers from the West Area We’re looking forward to attack which has left the victim to call 101 or tweet @MetCC, quoting Command are currently investigating reading them! hospitalised, with a long road to CAD4963/21JAN21. You can also the incident and ask any witnesses, recovery. provide information anonymously via or anyone with dashcam or mobile “I believe there are witnesses to this the independent charity Crimestoppers footage to call 101, tweet @MetCC and Page 34 incident who may be able to assist with on 0800 555 111. quote CAD 4322/08JAN21. Friday 12th February, 2021 3 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald NEWS

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owever, the findings also yet cannot be completely known to us, could be even higher if the government make clear the economic will not be at all positive for Hounslow, fails to secure additional agreements costs could be even high- London, or the UK more widely. with the EU on hugely important areas er if the government fails “Our proposed budget maintains of regulatory equivalence. Hto reach separate agreements with the our reputation for sound financial “The service sector is absolutely EU to close the gaps in the trade deal management, but the government crucial to serving the wider economy for the UK’s financial and professional has not matched that, or our – contributing billions in tax services firms. ambition. We have been left with revenues to the Treasury every year, The mayor says he is particularly no sense of long-term security or which goes towards funding public concerned about the government’s certainty, with unanswered calls for services in every village, town and failure to secure a wider raft of an Aviation Communities Fund and city across the country. That’s why it agreements on regulatory equivalence, support for our budget. In effect, the is vital that the government quickly which would allow UK financial government has obliged us to raise a closes the gaps in the trade deal for sector firms to continue providing Covid-Tax to meet the costs of this key sectors of our economy.” specific products and services to crisis, even before the impacts of the The financial services sector is clients in the EU. As a result, the UK next one - Brexit.” worth £135bn a year in 2017 to the UK financial sector currently benefits from Sadiq Khan, said: “London is a world and supports over one million jobs. fewer equivalence decisions than its leader in finance, law, professional Fewer than four in ten jobs in financial counterparts in the USA, Japan and services, the creative industries and services are in Greater London. Nearly other major trading centres. technology. 100,000 jobs are in the north-west, Do you recognise this man? Reacting to the report, Cllr Rajawat “However, whichever way you slice and 75,000 are in the Yorkshire and Detectives are appealing for taken to a west London hospital and has said: “Even while our budget is out it, the government’s Brexit trade Humber region. information and witnesses following a since been discharged. There have been for consultation, Sadiq Khan’s report deal was the equivalent of a ‘no deal’ The mayor also believes the stabbing in Ealing. no arrests and enquiries to establish a strengthens our case that, while we Brexit for financial and professional government must urgently work to Officers have also issued a CCTV motive for the assault continue. remain on a sound footing to deliver on services, and our businesses now face close other gaps in the trade deal for image of a man they need to identify Anyone with information is our ambitions for Hounslow’s recovery a costly red tape mountain caused by London’s predominantly service- and speak with as part of their ongoing asked to contact officers via 101 from Covid-19 the government the UK having to trade with the EU as based economy on issues such as data investigation. quoting reference Cad 5570/20Jan. must meet our calls for certainty a ‘third country’. adequacy, recognition of professional Police were called by the London Alternatively, to remain anonymous, and funding to help us deal with the “For the good of London and the qualifications and the mobility of Ambulance Service at 18:22hrs on call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. medium to long-term. We have voiced UK’s economy, the government should business people. He has also called for Wednesday, 20 January to The Vale, at This article was released to the media our concerns that Covid-19 will not have been focussed on getting a deal the government to secure a workable the junction with Curricle Street, W3 by the Metropolitan Police Service on go quickly as it came. We know its that protected these industries – and solution from the EU to the post-Brexit following reports of a stabbing. Officers 11/02/21: https://news.met.police.uk/ impacts will be felt into the future, and this report reveals the staggering losses barriers facing UK and EU artists attended and found a 29-year-old man news/appeal-following-stabbing-in- this report now starts to show that the that London could face as a result of and cultural professionals reliant on suffering from stab injuries. He was ealing-421009 financial impacts of Brexit, which even the trade agreement. These losses international touring. 4 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk NEWS follow us on twitter @hounslowherald Mayoral candidate gives London ‘a lifeline to recovery’ London Medic Cities will commence opening London Mayoral testing facilities for businesses across London. Ms London insists that the candidate, Ms Farah tests should be easy to access, even London, has secured for residents where leaving home is difficult. for London an Ms London commented: “Millions affordable advanced of people have lost their livelihoods, PCR Covid test, with businesses declared bankrupt, and unemployment at a record high. We 99.9% accuracy, results must act now to protect jobs, the back within 40 minutes economy and our mental wellbeing. and testing capability With this testing technology, London can start to safely move forward and for up to 10,000 people importantly businesses can start to every 40 minutes. reopen. It will now be much easier for our residents to be tested every four days and use the PCR certificate s London, partnering to gain access to gyms, restaurants, with Medic Cities, a UK theatres, and other key venues. company with exclusive While not ideal, an important first rights to the highly ad- step in reclaiming our lives from this Mvanced PCR testing technology, will pandemic.” be deploying mobile testing labo- The NHS is currently providing rapid Ms London said “To date the duty for commercial assets for two counselling, as the pandemic has sadly ratories with professionally trained Covid-19 tests, which do not provide government has spent millions on years and reduce corporation tax for increased suicide rates in the city. medical staff, that can be set up in the accuracy of a PCR test and are not faulty PPE equipment and failed tech companies, in line with her vision She further added: “London is at carparks, workplaces, stadiums, thea- accepted by the airlines. Ms. London digital apps. This is a chance for the to make Tech London the second breaking point, and we need a leader tres, concert halls, airports, and hos- added: “We are also in discussions government to restore its reputation largest tech city outside Silicon Valley. that is committed to regaining the pitality outlets. with the airlines to provide the mobile and regain public confidence and I Ms London’s recovery plan also trust of the community and helping Many opportunistic businesses have PCR testing at check in desks before welcome their assistance in either full includes initiatives to grow and this city move forward. The patience emerged overnight to take advantage boarding. This will allow all passengers or part funding the tests – a sign that protect jobs, reignite London’s high of Londoners is understandably of the pandemic by selling mandatory to be accurately cleared before they fly.” they, like me, are serious in getting the streets, provide free travel on public low and all they want is to enjoy PCR tests, from £150 - £300 each. Medic The homeless community have economy moving again.” transport and provide free laptops and the simple freedoms and pleasures Cities commented: “The tests are being suffered greatly during the pandemic. Ms London also has an extensive Wi-Fi for children. While affordable of living in this great city. I want made available nationally and will Ms London with Medic Cities will be Covid-19 economic recovery plan, which PCR testing is expected to deliver real to provide this lifeline, so we can provide discounted rates for businesses providing free testing for the homeless includes lobbying the government benefits to the mental wellbeing of start to recover now. Another year to mass test their staff and customers community in London and will be urging and working internationally to bring Londoners by accelerating a return to of this could be the final nail in the at affordable rates.” All critical steps to councils to provide accommodation for investment back into London. She normal life, Ms London says she will coffin for London, it’s time to Bring allow the UK to reopen for business. those who test positive. wants the government to freeze stamp also be providing access to free online London Back.” Doctor ‘time wasted’ over doubled-up Over one million Londoners vaccine appointments receive Covid-19 vaccine London This figure is reached as 18 more local Londoners are being community pharmacy sites go live this week across London, including Oxlow thrown into confusion Pharmacy in Dagenham and Pyramid over coronavirus vaccine Pharmacy in Enfield. It will mean more than 200 vaccination services are appointments as they operating across the capital by the end are being invited twice of the week. – for the same first Dr Vin Diwakar, Medical Director for the NHS in London, said: “More than injection – by their local one million Covid vaccinations have GPs AND the national now been given in the capital, well London surpassing the number of Londoners vaccination scheme, who have been infected by the virus discovered Sian Berry. More than one million and giving significant protection to Londoners have now those most at risk. “We’re working with local r Farah Jameel, who was become a significant issue, especially numbers in the middle band due to be received the Covid communities to open vaccination sites representing the British as numbers of patients coming in for vaccinated in the next phase will be vaccine, reducing their all the time – and I urge Londoners to Medical Association at a different doses increases. crossing paths with group 1-4 patients take up their vaccination invite as soon London Assembly Plenary Sian also heard that GPs are currently coming back for their second dose. risk of serious illness as they get it while continuing to follow Dmeeting, told Sian that patients were often given notice of just two or three “Most of this will be happening at from the Covid-19. public health guidance to reduce receiving two invites, one from their days before thousands of vaccinations GP surgeries so it’s vital that this is transmission and help save lives.” local GP, and a postal invite from the are supplied to them. Sian has written to carefully organised and properly co- Residents at all eligible care homes national mass vaccination programme Nadhim Zahawi MP, Minister for COVID ordinated so Londoners know when fficial figures have con- have been offered a jab where safe to do telling them to book online. Vaccine Deployment, asking him to solve it’s safe for them to attend vaccination firmed that the NHS in so. While the vaccination provides the Dr Jameel also said the time of this co-ordination at a national level. centres and when they can be seen. London has now vaccinated best protection against coronavirus, clinicians was ‘being wasted’ over the Sian Berry says: “I am extremely “Local boroughs and GPs have a great more than one million the public are being reminded that it is duplication of effort and Sian heard worried about this duplication of network already so to not work with that OLondoners (1,072,148), with over important to continue to follow all the that patients were understandably effort, and the confusion and worry and put a huge national programme over 60,000 having received both doses. social distancing guidelines, even after assuming they were being offered both being caused for patients who want the top without using the local resources The milestone has been hit eight getting the vaccine. their first and second coronavirus jabs. to do the right thing and get their already in place is bound to cause issues. weeks after 90-year-old George Dyer Nobody needs to contact the NHS As the vaccine rollout continues, and vaccination at the proper time. “I hope the minister will act to solve became the first person in London to request a vaccine as people will with the next group of people due to “This problem, if not solved soon, this urgently and support London to receive a Covid-19 vaccination at be invited when it is their turn. The be immunised being much larger, this will get worse. London has a younger boroughs and GPs through this next Croydon Hospital, following trials that vaccine is free for everyone and the confusion over appointments could than average population with far higher complex stage.” proved the vaccine as safe and effective. NHS will never ask people to pay for it. Friday 12th February, 2021 5 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald NEWS Met issue warning over vaccine fraud No Checks for Passenger London from South Africa Londoners are being London reminded to remain UK border control has vigilant online and to come under fire after report any suspicious a freelance journalist Covid vaccine emails or from Islington claimed websites to the police that she travelled from or other authorities Johannesburg, South following a small Africa, with ‘no checks’ number of reported as she walked through cases in December. South Africa. Direct flights have been Heathrow Airport on suspended and visitors arriving into 8th February 2021. the UK who have been in or transited n December 2020, the Met’s Cyber they can help keep themselves safe.’’ charge being applied to their phone bill. through South Africa in the previous 10 Crime Unit was made aware of In one example reported to the Met, Ɂ Phishing (E-mail) days will not be permitted. three Covid vaccine scams, however a text message (Smishing) was sent Phishing emails encouraging users haron Feinstein, who had British and Irish citizens and third officers believe the actual number out telling possible victims that they to fill out a form to register for a been visiting her mother in country nationals with residence rights Ithat have taken place could be slightly were eligible to apply for the vaccine. vaccination. Perpetrators are typically South Africa, says she made it in the UK are able to use indirect routes higher and that people are not reporting When the recipients clicked through to hoping to extract personal information/ through the airport’s security from South Africa. They are required these types of incidents to the police. the link on the text message, they were user credentials. Sand border control in just ten minutes to complete a passenger locator form Detective Sergeant Josh Pool, from taken to a website with NHS branding. DS Pool added: ‘‘Absolutely no one with no one asking for her Covid test and must self-isolate for ten days after the Met's Cyber Crime Unit, said: They were then asked to provide their should be providing their bank details results or other required forms. their arrival. The FCSO advises against ‘‘Sadly, criminals will exploit any sort code, account number and long to the NHS when it comes to receiving Ms Feinstein stated that she had the all but essential travel to the whole of opportunity to take people’s hard card number - this was, apparently, to this vaccine. This example shows how right documents including a negative South Africa. earned money. Even a global pandemic verify a billing address. sophisticated criminals are making Covid test and a passenger locator form Ms Feinstein told the Daily Express: ‘‘I will not stop them. Other examples the Cyber Crime their scams and why law enforcement but there was no one to show it to. could have had Covid, they don't know ‘‘It’s positive to see that so few people Unit are aware of include: will continue to remind the public South Africa is currently undergoing where I am staying, they didn’t ask. have fallen victim to fraudulent vaccine Ɂ Vishing (Voice calls) about the things to look out for.’’ a second wave of coronavirus with ‘‘As a country we’re messing up. Why scams in December, however we are Individuals are being contacted by Anyone who receives what they believe most new cases being caused by a can a third-world country get it right concerned that people may not always phone offering the vaccine for a fee or to be a vishing, smishing or phishing new variant. South African authorities and we can’t?’’ be reporting when they have been asking for bank details. They are also form of communication is asked to have said that the new variant may be She also expressed her shock on deceived to us (the Met) or to other asked to press a number of their phone report it on the Met Police or Action more contagious. Good Morning Britain, saying: ‘‘I was authorities such as Action Fraud. With keypad or to send a text message to Fraud websites. Phishing emails can also Currently, due to the new variant, literally through there in 10 minutes. the rollout of the vaccine picking up confirm that they wish to receive the be forwarded to [email protected] there are a number of restrictions on Nobody was there. I was looking around pace, we want to remind the public how vaccine. Doing so is likely to result in a and smishing texts to 7726. passengers travelling to the UK from for someone to show my test to.’’ RMT slam TfL over South African variant Is Oxford Vaccine Viable Against concerns South African Covid Variant? London protection against mild-moderate Covid-19" caused by the South African Transport union RMT variant. However, early data has been has criticised TfL said to show that the vaccine does for calling on staff in protect against severe disease caused by the mutation. South African variant An AstraZeneca spokesperson told postcodes to come into the Financial Times: "We do believe work as normal. our vaccine could protect against severe disease, as neutralising antibody activity is equivalent to that of other Covid-19 vaccines that have MT has written to TfL London demonstrated activity against more Commissioner Andy Byford severe disease, particularly when the condemning its guidance Research has been dosing interval is optimised to eight that workers in postcodes carried out on the to 12 weeks." Rbeing targeted for surge testing aimed Mick Cash said: “Your position, in clear A TfL spokesperson said: “We know Research released on Friday has at bringing the South African variant contradiction of the government’s that some of our colleagues who live effectiveness of the indicated that the Oxford/AstraZeneca of Covid-19 to heel, should come into statement, has understandably or work where the government has Oxford vaccine on the jab is effective against the UK variant. work as normal. caused mass dismay and anxiety introduced additional testing may Andrew Pollard, professor of Earlier this week Health Secretary among London Underground and be concerned, so we would like to South African variant paediatric infection and immunity, Matt Hancock called on people in a TfL members and we are dealing with reassure them that we are closely of coronavirus which and chief investigator on the Oxford series of postcodes across the country, the consequences of that now. You following PHE and government advice. has recently been vaccine trial, said: "Data from our trials including in London and the East of appear to be calling people to come The government advice that people of the ChAdOx1 vaccine in the United England, to stay at home and help to work who have just been urged who are unable to work from home identified in Ealing. Kingdom indicate that the vaccine bring the new South African variant by the government to stay at home, can continue to go to work as normal not only protects against the original to heel. The same evening, TfL issued putting themselves, their families, remains unchanged and everyone pandemic virus, but also protects guidance to its staff including in those communities and work colleagues at who can work from home should do study of 2000 people, against the novel variant, B117, which postcodes, stating that if they could risk in the process. so, regardless of where they live. We mostly young and healthy, caused the surge in disease from the not work from home they should come “This is totally unacceptable. You continue to follow our robust cleaning has looked into the South end of 2020 across the UK.” into work as normal. need to take back control of this regime and social distancing measures African mutation E484K. The public are urged not to panic, and TfL argue that they are ‘closely situation rapidly. I am asking that you to reduce the risk of infection in the StudyA results which are due to be peer- those in areas where the South African following PHE and government advice’ write to all TfL staff now amending this workplace or on public transport reviewed and published on Monday variant has been identified are asked and say they are ‘doing everything possible guidance to reflect the government’s and ensure that the public transport have been reported by the Financial to get tested and follow government to keep staff and customers safe’. position before this situation escalates network is available and is safe for Times to have shown that "a two dose guidance. Ealing Council's statement to In his letter, RMT General Secretary any further.” those who need to use it.” regimen" of the jab "did not show residents can be found online. 6 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk NEWS follow us on twitter @hounslowherald Greens pledge to give Londoners the ‘best bus stops in the world’

London London Green Party has unveiled plans for a vastly improved new bus stop design for London’s streets.

f Sian Berry is elected as the first Green mayor in May, she has pledged that she will commission a full redesign of London bus Istops, which will be used for all Transport for London bus stops as soon as possible. The key features of the Green proposals include: Ɂ Real-time bus arrival time and air pollution information Ɂ Shelters with proper, comfortable seating, with arms to help older and disabled people stand up Ɂ A ban on unethical advertising, and © Chris King Photography IllustrationbyOneWorldDesignArchitectsforLondonGreenParty,licenseCC-BYhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ring-fenced advertising space for local small businesses and services by Londoners with current transport high priority for bus users, and that a greener London, providing better, the older people and outer Londoners Ɂ Solar generating glazing infrastructure. older freedom pass holders are less more comfortable public transport who rely upon them. Ɂ Attractive, bee-friendly planting on These include badly designed likely to own a smartphone to be able journeys for older passengers, disabled “Greens will develop a new higher the shelter rooftop, alongside further seating, the lack of safe crossings on to access online substitutes. passengers, and passengers in outer standard for new bus stops in London, solar power generation main roads that help people reach bus The bus stop also adds brand new London who are more dependent on making them better, more comfortable, Ɂ Zebra crossings across any cycle stops, and the removal by TfL of many improvements, such as bee-friendly bus journeys. more accessible to all Londoners, paths next to the bus stop and new ‘countdown’ boards showing when roofs, which have been successfully Caroline Russell AM and Green particularly older and disabled people, pedestrian crossings in the right place the next buses will arrive. pioneered on over 300 bus stops in Party Transport spokesperson said: and greener too. for every main road bus stop Live in\formation is less available Utrecht, Netherlands. “Whenever I chat to people at bus “With a Green mayor, London will The proposal for a new standard bus now despite London Travelwatch London Green Party believes that stops, it becomes more and more have the best bus stops in the world.” shelter responds to problems raised surveys consistently finding this is a the upgraded bus stops will support clear that they aren’t good enough for Calls for urgent action on cladding crisis MP brands announcement on building safety a ‘missed opportunity’ London They were unable to confirm who Following new data would be called on to pay for the n her full response to the showing over 4,100 remediation works, saying, “We fully announcement Ruth also raised understand this is a key area of concern her concerns over the limited Hounslow residents for residents and this is a top priority focus and lack of action on wider are still living in for us. We do not wish to pass costs Ibuilding safety issues. onto leaseholders and will only do this Speaking in full after the flats with fire safety as a last resort.” government’s announcement Ruth concerns, Feltham The government has set aside Cadbury MP said, ‘‘For years now and Heston MP Seema £1.6bn to fix blocks more than 18m campaigners, residents and MPs high, but the actual estimate for have been urging the government to Malhotra has called remedial works in a report published fix the cladding and building safety on the government by the cross-party Housing, scandal which is impacting many Communities and Local Government people across the country. I have to act urgently and to Select Committee is £15bn. been raising this on behalf of affected ensure protection for The call by parliamentarians constituents ever since the tragic fire leaseholders. for more support has also been at Grenfell Tower. backed by the London Mayor Sadiq ‘‘I know from listening to people Khan, who has said that whilst locally how much anxiety and stress London lmost four years after the overall responsibility for funding that this issue has caused, especially Grenfell Tower fire trage- building safety work must lie with Ruth Cadbury MP as these faults were not caused by dy, new analysis from the government, it is also ‘clear that has branded the leaseholders or residents. Labour Party based on industry has played a role in making ‘‘While this announcement of BuildingA Safety Fund registration sta- recently sent by housing association, decisions that have compromised government’s new new funding is to be welcomed, I’m tistics estimates that 4,176 residents A2Dominion to residents, informing the safety of buildings and therefore announcement on very concerned that this is a missed in 30 buildings across the borough them that following a survey, has a part to play in shouldering the opportunity. The new funding does are trapped in homes they cannot sell remedial works would be required. burden of costs’. building safety and not cover buildings below 18 metres, and facing large bills for remediation Residents had asked for clarity on the Malhotra said: “We need a clear cladding as a ‘missed it does not cover non-cladding works through no fault of their own. situation a year ago. plan with deadlines to get us through opportunity’ which she building safety issues and it will leave Brentford and Isleworth MP Ruth Cad- The letter said, “Your building this cladding crisis and make all many leaseholders being forced to bury also raised concerns about the received an ESW1 rating of Option ‘B2’ homes safe. That’s why I am backing warns will see many taken on debts to pay for the removal numbers in Hounslow saying, “Those – confirming combustible materials a 2022 deadline, for scrapping leaseholders ‘facing of unsafe cladding. affected include young couples, now are present and remedial work is gagging clauses on leaseholders and ‘‘I will continue to urge the with children, trapped and unable to required. It is likely a lender will ask for the new deadline to be legally huge and unaffordable government to ensure that leaseholders upsize to a home big enough for their for more information about what work enforceable. It is urgent that the costs’, and flat dwellers do not face excessive and unfair costs growing family.” is needed, the likely timescales and government come forward with a plan continuing to live in to fix fire safety faults. I will keep Speaking in a debate in the House the costs of carrying out the work. that does not burden leaseholders raising this with the government and of Commons on Monday, Malhotra Unfortunately, we don’t know that with the cost, and that parliament is fear of fire. will keep urging the government to do shared extracts from a letter information at this stage.” kept informed of progress.” the right thing.’’ Friday 12th February, 2021 7 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald 8 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald

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London Matrix - which was created in the had very low rates of offending and The Mayor of London, aftermath of the 2011 riots and is victimisation levels in the year before used by the Met to identify those at and the year after being removed Sadiq Khan, has risk of committing, or being a victim – supporting the mayor’s view that announced that more of, gang-related violence in London. individuals with the lowest harm Gang-related violence still rating, known as Green Banding, than 1,000 young accounts for a significant proportion should be appropriately removed. Black Londoners have of the most serious violence in The Met is also publishing quarterly been removed from London: more than half of shootings updates online, and the mayor has London allow for gender-neutral honorifics and nearly one quarter of homicides committed to carrying out annual Green Party candidate (including Mx) in official documents the Metropolitan are believed to be linked to gangs. reviews of the Matrix population to within the GLA. Police’s Gang Violence While it continues to be an monitor changes. The mayor’s Office for Mayor of London However, London Green Party important tool in the fight against for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) has Sian Berry has pledged recognises a lack of meaningful Matrix and that overall violent crime and gangs in London, also published a progress report on London wide research which has numbers on the the Gang Violence Matrix has proved the review recommendations today. that she will launch a been undertaken on the issue of trans database have fallen to be controversial due to a lack of He said: “We simply cannot commission into the people’s experience, leading Sian to transparency in the way individuals ignore the fact Black Londoners needs of trans and pledge to front a commission to form to the lowest level in were being added and removed. have less trust in the Met and that the basis of a full action plan for trans seven years. The mayor’s original review found is why my comprehensive overhaul non-binary Londoners rights in London. that a number of young people were of the Gang Violence Matrix is so if elected, to create a Sian’s pledge will be published in being kept on the database despite important to improving the trust her upcoming manifesto as candidate he mayor ordered a a lack of evidence, that there was a and confidence London’s diverse trans rights action plan for Mayor of London, and is just one wide-ranging review of the reliance on out-of-date information communities have in our police. As for London. measure which she will take to make database in 2017 follow- and that there were real community a direct result of the Met acting on London as inclusive as possible for ing concerns in the Lam- concerns around how data from the my recommendations to make the all LGBTIQA+ people. Tmy Review around how many young Matrix was being shared and with Matrix database more transparent, he action plan will seek Sian Berry said: “I want London to Black men were on it compared with whom. The lasting and damaging effective and more evidence based to remove the barriers to be the most trans inclusive city in the their likelihood of offending or their impact this could have on young than ever before, more than 1,000 accessing material needs world. chances of being a victim. people's lives was raised as well as young Black Londoners who should like healthcare, employment “Trans people are currently Communities also had deep the impact on communities’ trust in not have been on it have now been Tand housing, as well as acting on among society’s most marginalised reservations about how the Matrix the police and other authorities, with removed. At the same time detection discrimination faced by trans people communities, facing discrimination operates, including concerns that the original review citing concerns rates have improved. every day. every day, and unacceptable barriers young Londoners on the Matrix from participants about those on the “We know that gang-related National research from Stonewall to the basic necessities of life like could face sanctions relating to Matrix being singled out for stop and violence still accounts for a significant published in 2017 highlighted the housing, employment and healthcare. housing and other public services, and searches by police, housing moves proportion of the most serious many barriers and discriminations “I am proud to say that trans men inconsistencies in how data on the being blocked and even job offers violence in London and the Matrix is a which trans people face, such as that are men, trans women are women, gangs list was being used and shared. being withdrawn. necessary enforcement tool as well as 41 per cent had been victims of a hate and non binary identities exist and Latest figures show the Matrix Now, following a thorough overhaul, a means to support and intervention, crime in the prior 12 months and that are valid. I will make it clear that population has also reached its clearer governance and regular but it’s vitally important that the 25 per cent have been homeless at transphobia has no place in this lowest total in seven years - now auditing processes are working to police continue to evaluate, improve some point in their lives. amazing city, and it is my duty to 2,305 individuals, which is a 40 per ensure that the right people are on the and communicate how it is used to Green Party-led Brighton and Hove make sure every Londoner has their cent drop from its peak of 3,811 in Matrix and are being removed when address concerns from communities Council set up a groundbreaking trans rights protected. August 2017. there is evidence they have exited about the disproportionate number rights scrutiny panel which published “I promise to do everything in my New figures also show that the gang lifestyle and they no longer of Black Londoners and young men a report in 2013. It contained a range power to ensure every single trans number of under-18’s on the database pose a risk of violence – helping to on the Matrix. of recommendations to make the city person in London has a safe, fulfilling has fallen by 70 per cent from 493 in reduce the risk of discrimination and “Keeping Londoners safe remains more inclusive for trans people. and joyful life.” 2018 to 146 in January 2021 and its stigmatisation and resulting in more my top priority and while ministers At a London borough level, Lambeth Ria Patel, co-chair of the LGBTIQA+ detection rate has improved with than three times as many individuals are refusing to fully refund City Hall Council commissioned a study in 2011 Greens said: “It's been heartbreaking the proportion of those from the being removed than added since May and the Met for the money spent with the aim of better understanding to see the awful backlash against Matrix in custody increasing by just 2018. In the last two years alone, 600 tackling the pandemic in London, I am the lives of trans people in Lambeth. trans rights and it's a disgrace to see over a quarter. Black men under the age of 25 have committed to doing everything I can to One of its recommendations was to newspapers and some politicians This action is part of the mayor’s been removed from the database, help tackle crime – including investing work with other councils and the GLA fuelling the flames of bigotry. ongoing work to improve trust and leading4 to an 11 per cent reduction in £6m in the capital’s first-ever London on trans equality work, pointing to “Our action plan would look confidence in the police by addressing the proportion of young Black males. 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Fimprove diversity in the capital’s Ɂ Eleanor Pinfield – director of Art on public realm. The Commission’s role the Underground and member of the is to enrich and add to the current Fourth Plinth Commissioning Group. public realm, and advise on better Ɂ Jasvir Singh OBE - chair of City ways to raise public understanding Sikhs. currently makes up London’s public and a Partners Board, including and a National Sikh War Memorial. behind existing statues, street names, Ɂ Binki Taylor - Brixton business realm, discuss what legacies should ActionSpace, Art Fund, English Sadiq said: “For far too long, building names and memorials. The owner and partner in the Brixton be celebrated, and make a series of Heritage and Shape Arts, Arts Council too many Londoners have felt Commission is not being established Project. recommendations that will help to England, Black Cultural Archives, unrepresented by the statues, street to preside over the removal of statues. Ɂ Dr Zoé Whitley - director at establish best practice. Historic England and Iniva (Institute names and building names all around Chisenhale Gallery. It will focus on increasing of International Visual Arts). them, and it’s important that we do The members include a range of representation among Black, Asian These groups will support the what we can to ensure our rich and leaders from the arts, architecture, Sadiq has created the Commission and minority ethnic communities, Commission by providing further diverse history is celebrated and community engagement and business to help ensure London’s achievements women, LGTBQ+ and disabled groups, knowledge and advice on a range properly commemorated in our city. sectors. They are: across the full sweep of the capital’s as well as those from a range of social of areas including art, heritage, the “I’m delighted to bring together this rich and diverse history are properly and economic backgrounds. voluntary and community sectors, inspiring group of leaders from across Ɂ Toyin Agbetu – social rights activist reflected around the city. The Commission is co-chaired by diversity and the public realm. London to form the Commission and founder of Ligali. The majority of London’s statues, Deputy Mayor for Social Integration, The mayor has previously for Diversity in the Public Realm. Ɂ Riz Ahmed - Actor, writer, creator, street names and memorials largely Social Mobility and Community commissioned a statue of suffragist Each member brings with them great producer, musician, director and reflect Victorian Britain, but the Engagement, Dr Debbie Weekes- leader Millicent Fawcett in Parliament insight and knowledge that will help activist. mayor wants to tell the full story Bernard, and Deputy Mayor for Square, and pledged his support to improve the representation of our Ɂ Robert Bevan - architecture critic for of the capital and to commemorate Culture and Creative Industries, for a number of new memorials in public landscape.” the Evening Standard. those from every community who Justine Simons OBE. the capital, including for Stephen The independent Commission Ɂ David Bryan MBA FRSA - chair of have made London what it is. It will work alongside a Borough Lawrence, the Windrush generation, a Members have been appointed for an Battersea Arts Centre, Brixton House The commission will review what Working Group of local councils, National Slavery Museum or Memorial, initial period of two years. London Assembly Calls for Black History in Schools London to tackle racial inequality head on, The United Nations through its new Action Plan to address disproportionality in policing, General Assembly has commissioning of work from the declared 2015 – 2024 Black Curriculum organisation, and its research into the acute impacts of the the International pandemic upon Londoners from Black, Decade for People Asian and minority backgrounds. of African Descent. "Before the COVID-19 outbreak hit, the Mayor also hosted the fantastic The theme is "People Africa on the Square event to mark of African descent: Black History Month, and I hope to see recognition, justice and this take place again as soon as it can safely go ahead. development.” "But my extra call upon the Mayor is all about pushing further towards securing justice for Black hile the contributions people who have been historically and history of Black oppressed and amplifying the voices Londoners is celebrated of Black Londoners as we shape the every October during future of our capital during these BlackW History Month, the London Assembly challenging times.” has Zagreed to call on the Mayor to work The full text of the motion is: Image from @CDC. with schools and community organisations "This Assembly is committed Londoners through Black History African Descent. The Mayor’s work policies that continue to have a to ensure that the educational histories to eradicating and ending racial Month activities, the Commission should reflect the following requests discriminatory effect on peoples of and narratives of Black people are properly injustice and anti-Black racism. In for Diversity in the Public Realm, and from the Programme of Activities African descent across London; taught and celebrated in schools across our pursuit of these aims, the London working with the Black Curriculum for the Implementation of the Ɂ Consider establishing policy London all year round. Assembly is passing this motion to to provide relevant education International Decade for People of directives to mainstream equality and Jennette Arnold OBE AM, who recognise formally and mark the resources and to review the London African Descent: non-discrimination considerations in proposed the motion, said: "I am United Nations International Decade Curriculum. Ɂ Work with schools and community all policy-making, including measures urging the Mayor to formally mark the for peoples of African Descent This Assembly calls on the Mayor organisations to ensure that the to ensure the equal enjoyment of rights United Nations International Decade running from 2015-2024. of London to recognise formally and educational histories and narratives of and opportunities for people of African for Peoples of African Descent and This Assembly recognises the mark the UN’s Decade by embedding Black people are properly taught and descent; and embed its recommendations into his work undertaken by the Mayor of in policies where possible, the UN’s celebrated in schools across London Ɂ Ensure that the end of the decade is wider policies. London in promoting diversity and General Assembly resolution on the all year round; marked in 2024, celebrating progress "City Hall has been making progress inclusion, and celebrating Black International Decade for People of Ɂ Work on reviewing and reworking made in moving towards racial justice.” Friday 12th February, 2021 13 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald

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Three of furlough numbers, unemployment per cent is ringfenced to protect adult levels and the rise in welfare support social care – an increase requested by needed by our communities, especially the government – and 1.99 per cent is by the most vulnerable. It is still a general increase reflecting the impact impossible to be certain about the recovery, we need to maximise the Council Tax this year. Our residents are in extraordinary times. But the of inflation on the council’s costs. costs of Covid-19. Hounslow pound, invest in re-skilling at the heart of everything we do and we government has not provided any This move will undoubtedly be a “The work we have done to support and supporting residents back into will continue to do all we can to protect meaningful certainty or funding controversial one but the council are residents and businesses, through work and to invest in support for the services they value, balancing out to help us deal with the long-term keen to stress that, in their view, it is the Council Tax support scheme and young people through apprenticeships any uncertainty from the government impact of Covid-19 as it will impact necessary. ‘‘We don’t put it up because the various support schemes we have and other work. The need for local in future years.” on our residents and businesses into we can, we put it because we have to,’’ on offer, such as hardship payments, government has never been greater. Cllr Curran also spoke about the the future. said Councillor Steve Curran, Leader business grants and rent support has “While we had to meet this huge pressure of the last year, stating that “As with our call to the government of Hounslow Council. been vital. crisis, we also had to make sure we the council understands the terrible for help for our recovery plans, and Covid-19 has proved disastrous “Volatility in regards to Business continued ‘the basics’; collecting bins economic demands Covid-19 has made for an Aviation Communities Fund, for job losses and the economy, Rates means we cannot be sure and increasing recycling, fixing roads, on residents. He added: “Covid-19 our calls for support for our budget particularly locally, in a borough when, if ever, we will see a return maintaining parks, bringing back our will not go as quickly as it came. Its have gone unanswered. In fact, the that relies so heavily on the aviation to normal. We cannot know how leisure centres, ensuring our libraries impacts will be felt into the medium government has told councils they industry. In fact, it wasn’t long ago businesses will be affected in were available, caring for elderly, and term. On top of that the financial must increase Council Tax to meet that Hounslow was projected to be the months to come. We know that protecting vulnerable children. No part impacts of Brexit remain unknown. the costs of the crisis. In effect, the second hardest hit borough in London. without our support, many will of what we do has not touched the lives “This budget puts us on a sound government has obliged us to raise a This added with a decade of austerity find meeting their challenges much of every resident or business. footing to deliver on our ambitions to Covid-Tax.” and the financial impacts of Brexit, has harder. Loss of council fees and “In order to continue to protect recovery from the impact of Covid-19 This budget proposal will be been the ‘perfect storm’ leading to the charges income has had an impact services and our most vulnerable as a fairer, greener and stronger presented to the cabinet on 9th need to increase Council Tax, argued too, and we cannot know when we residents while also achieving our borough. In this budget, we maintain February 2021, if passed this will then Cllr Curran. will see our own income recover. wider ambitions, we have had to our reputation for competent, go to borough council on 2nd March The move comes just days after “As we look to the borough’s make the difficult decision to increase sound financial management, even 2021 for approval. Residents urged to apply for grants Council to help feed Hounslow Hounslow Council children over half term is urging residents Hounslow Services, said: “Families continue struggling to make Hounslow Council to face many pressures, which is why we’re stepping in to make sure ends meet during the will cover the cost that no child goes hungry during pandemic to apply for of free school the half-term break next week. help and assistance to “Eligible families should start meals for eligible receiving vouchers at the beginning buy basics such as food. schoolchildren during of half-term, which can be used the spring half term, against your food shopping at the supermarket till. nyone living in the London starting next week. “If your child is eligible for Borough of Hounslow can benefits-related free school meals apply for assistance and will and you do not receive your be awarded support if they amilies that normally re- voucher, please call the Hounslow meetA the criteria. Each grant scheme you to apply for one of these grants. to the people who need it. ceive free school meals will Council’s advice line on 020 8583 has its own criteria which applicants If you know anyone facing the same “There are a number of different get a voucher worth £15 4242 so that we can help. should review before applying. predicament, please tell them about avenues for support, including the through the post to spend “If you’re struggling to afford A Hounslow resident is classed as these grants so that they can get the Local Authority Emergency Assistance Fon lunches during the holiday. the basics, like food and essential someone who is living in the borough and support they need as well. Grant, Self-Isolation payments, The vouchers will be posted out supplies, and you need some extra able to provide documentary evidence to “Residents in Hounslow are doing Discretionary Local Crisis Payments, to families over the next week support there are a number of confirm their address or has secured a their best to keep safe during the and the council can also help with white and will include children living different grants to apply for. Full private tenancy which they can prove. pandemic, but some individuals and goods and second-hand furniture. outside the borough that attend details can be found on Hounslow Councillor Shantanu Rajawat, families face the double whammy of “Apply online or call Hounslow Hounslow’s schools. 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uth and Tulip heard the dif- ficulties and problems that early years providers have London faced during the Covid-19 minister to discuss the urgent need to Rpandemic - including access to corona- Ruth Cadbury MP protect and support young people at virus testing, staff morale and funding recently met with risk of being exploited by gangs and shortfalls from the government. county line dealers. We need to ensure Following this meeting Ruth is Home Office Minister that agencies work together to support writing to the Children’s Minister Victoria Atkins MP, vulnerable children instead of working Vicky Ford to raise these issues which who is responsible in silos. are impacting on the future of nursery ‘‘This is not easy after years of schooling in the borough. for safeguarding and funding cuts to youth services, local Speaking after the meeting Ruth the support they need from the ‘‘Nursery workers and the families domestic violence. councils, schools and our police make said, ‘‘It was great to be able to listen government, which has made their they support deserve a plan to keep it so much harder to protect and to local nurseries and head teachers already tough job even harder. I will be them safe, including proper access support young people. of schools with nursery classes, about raising this as a matter of urgency with to testing. The meeting followed from a ‘‘I was glad that the minister how the coronavirus has impacted the government.’’ ‘‘With many settings being forced to question Ruth asked in parliament listened to Action Isleworth Mothers- them first-hand. Shadow Children’s and Early Years close due the health crisis and others last year regarding the need for a community focused group that has ‘‘They’ve been working tirelessly over Minister Tulip Siddiq MP said, “The warning that they may soon follow better support for young people to been working hard to support young the last year and we owe them a huge government has refused to publish the suit, the government must not punish protect them from being exploited people who have or are at risk of debt of gratitude for their hard work. scientific basis for keeping early years providers financially for taking safety and groomed by criminal gangs. being caught up in crime, while also ‘‘It was very concerning to hear about settings open in lockdown. And, despite precautions. Ruth also introduced the minister to providing support to their parents. the challenges they are facing; from the being asked to provide an emergency ‘‘The government must urgently the experiences of Action Isleworth ‘‘It’s vital that the government do difficulty in getting staff tested for the childcare service in this pandemic, the rethink these funding changes Mothers, a local group set up to support more to ensure that our public services coronavirus, uncertainty over furlough vast majority of nursery and pre-school and provide targeted support to families impacted by violent crime. and communities have the resources rules to worrying gaps in funding. workers have been excluded from the providers, or risk decimating the Speaking after the meeting Ruth and funding they need to protect young ‘‘It’s clear that they have not had mass rollout of Covid home test kits. early year’s sector.” said, ‘‘I was pleased to meet with the people from crime.’’ Chiswick RNLI E class ©RNLI/David Clarke Friday 12th February, 2021 17 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald

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Get in touch: [email protected] Visit chiswickauctions.co.uk 20 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk NEWS follow us on twitter @hounslowherald Hounslow marks LGBT+ history month Hounslow To celebrate Hounslow’s LGBT+ community this year, get ready for two virtual events on the theme of ‘Body, Mind, Spirit’ plus plenty of queer stories from some of the borough’s very own stars.

t’s all part of the national LGBT+ history month, an annual campaign to tackle prejudice in the community, with IHounslow’s events just some of the many taking part across the country throughout February. Hounslow Council will host two mental health practitioners, charities, local cultural organisations. “We know that every community in a Hounslow focussed LGBT+ online panel discussions which will and members of the community who Councillor Katherine Dunne, faces the challenge of the pandemic, consultation forum. So I urge you to examine the impact of Covid-19 on attend the event. Cabinet Member for Communities and but it’s important that there is come along and join in.” the community, plus a celebration of The second event, Queer Stories Climate Emergency, said: “In these an opportunity to discuss the the lives of Hounslow’s home-grown from Hounslow, will be co-hosted by challenging times it’s more important particular ways it is impacting on COVID-19 Impact and Recovery for stars: Freddie Mercury of the band Gunnersbury Park Museum. It will than ever that we come together to the lives of specific communities. LGBTQ+ Community in Hounslow Queen, author E.M. Forster, and BBC celebrate the lives of Hounslow’s celebrate the rich tapestry of our I hope the LGBT+ Impact and 6pm - 8pm Thursday 11 February 2021 broadcaster Clare Balding OBE. famous faces and other ‘non- community’s history as well as its Recovery panel discussion will Location: Online. The first event, a panel discussion, conforming’ residents who have present and future. tease out some of the challenges Register on Eventbrite. hosted in conjunction with the made their mark. The evening will be “We hope these events can and identify ways in which we can Metro Charity and the Hounslow compered by curator Amy Dobson contribute to the struggle against respond. Queer Stories from Hounslow Improving Access to Psychological and queer historian Dan Vo, joined prejudice and support the liberation of “We also hope the events will 6pm - 7.30pm Thursday 25 February Therapies service, aims to identify by Hounslow Mayor Tony Louki and the LGBT+ community by recognising build an audience for future LGBT+ 2021 practical actions to support the LGBT+ councillors Katherine Dunne and the contribution our LGBT+ residents programming and develop a contact Location: Online. community’s recovery with input from Richard Eason, as well as friends from make to the borough and beyond. list of people interested in participating Register on Eventbrite. Ealing Council Announces Race Equality Commissioners Ealing Members of the public have been be tackled. Ealing Council invited to share their views with the "Combined with the unrivalled commission before it reports its findings expertise of the independent Chair, has announced 12 to the council in May 2021. Lord Simon Woolley, the Race Equality commissioners for its They are seeking views on experiences Commission will be instrumental in of inequality and what the impact of developing a new understanding of race new independent Race race inequality has been on residents in inequality in Ealing and transforming Equality Commission, Ealing, their family, friends and others. residents’ lives." which was set up to Who leads the commission? Who are the other 10 commissioners? recommend ways the The commission is led by council can act to chairperson Lord Simon Woolley, and Ami Kourouma reduce inequality in vice-chairperson Councillor Joanna Youth commissioner Camadoo-Rothwell, Ealing Council’s the borough. cabinet member for community safety Lawand Omar and inclusion. Youth commissioner Rachel Magee Lord Woolley is the founder and Omar, 19, who lives in Northolt, said: [email protected] director of Operation Black Vote and "I’m really excited to be involved in the Reverend Mark Poulson in central London. CIAC offers free a Trustee of the charity Police Now. Equality Commission for Ealing. I plan Former secondary school teacher, information, advice and support to he new commissioners were Operation Black Vote is a charity which to make sure the voice of young people vicar of St John’s Church Southall, disadvantaged Chinese people living in selected from a range of back- aims to ensure there is greater racial in Ealing is heard. and adviser to the Archbishop of the United Kingdom. grounds and ages, to reflect justice and equality throughout the UK. Canterbury. He is also a convenor of the diversity of the commu- Lord Woolley has been a crossbench "What I really what to bring into Southall Faiths Forum and has lead Mohan Luthra Tnity. member of the House of Lords since fruition is the experience of young responsibility for inter- faith awareness Public policy consultant with The commissioners’ first meeting October 2019. people in the British education system, training in London. experience of working in the voluntary took place on Thursday 21 January to A further 10 commissioners have been and to have real conversations about sector in Ealing. discuss how inequality can be addressed appointed from within the borough’s racism.” Denise Charles in education, employment, crime and diverse community. Vice-chairperson Head of Curriculum for Service Laura Forrester justice, health and housing. Councillor Joanna Camadoo-Rothwell Edmund Akeju Industries, West London College and a Local government lawyer specialising The commission’s chairperson said of the new commissioners: "We From West London Equality Centre, member of the management committee in adult social care, working in Brent. Lord Simon Woolley said: "We had an have a dynamic set of commissioners, working on hate crime projects and for local charity Descendants. excellent first meeting: Full, frank, but including Ealing residents from a range dealing with general case work, Descendants works with children and Callum Anderson nevertheless, ambitious. of backgrounds and young people, who especially housing and family matters. young people primarily of African and Chairperson of Dormers Wells "Above all the Commissioners like reflect our diverse community. Caribbean descent. Learning Trust and governor at both myself want to engage and deliver "Collectively, they have a strong Nicola Flash Dormers Wells High School and an action plan that will bring people balance of experience and skills which A local secondary school biology Edmund Yeo West London College. He works as a together, unleash talent, and break down will ensure a robust assessment of local, teacher who is passionate about racial Chairperson of the Chinese government relations manager for a persistent barriers. The work starts now." structural inequalities and how these can equality and combating racism. Information and Advice Centre (CIAC) FTSE 100 company. Friday 12th February, 2021 21 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald NEWS

Local MP joins with Unite to launch new Online Learning Hub

Feltham We know aviation has been one of the worst affected sectors by Covid19, and it A new online learning is predicted at least 30,000 workers will hub for local residents have lost their jobs at Heathrow by the has been launched by end of the pandemic. That’s why we need to create new opportunities and rebuild Unite the Union with our local economy. the help of local MP “The online learning hub will provide Seema Malhotra, to hundreds of free online courses including applying for work, CV writing, redundancy offer a range of free support, skills for new jobs and stepping training courses for into social care. “This initiative is providing a new people to develop their service that is accessible to all. It brings skills and improve together a range of providers to help their prospects of local people with flexible free courses for employability and reskilling. Sign up today finding work. and complete a learning survey. It’s open to all to get involved in this local learning community.” working group including Unite regional co-ordinating officer union reps, Ruskin College Wayne King said: “Tragically, thousands and MPs Seema Malhotra and of workers at Heathrow have lost their John McDonnell have been jobs since the pandemic began. As a result developingA the project over the last five it has never been more important to help months in response to the impact Covid-19 our members, their families and all of our has had on employment and jobs. local communities. The courses are not just for people “The learning hub will help support looking for work, they are for people in people to deal with the challenges of being work as well. There are courses designed made redundant and provide assistance to enhance skills and knowledge at every in finding a new job.” level, delivered in ways to fit in with Courses will be initially delivered people’s lives and working patterns. The online in a ‘virtual classroom’ but, as soon initiative is designed to sit alongside other as it is safe to do so, many will be delivered employment support projects run by local at Unite’s Heathrow Office on Bath Road. councils and job centres. For the full information on the courses Seema Malhotra MP for Feltham and currently available and how to sign up Heston, said: “I am proud we are launching go to: https://www.learnwithunite.org/ the Unite Learning Hub @Heathrow. heathrow/ 22 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk NEWS follow us on twitter @hounslowherald £31m upgrade for Feltham station Feltham It comes as a £375 million project Important upgrades to to replace older signalling with state- improve accessibility, of-the-art new equipment continues, with the new technology set to local connections improve reliability for passengers by and increase capacity reducing the time it takes to restore services in times of disruption. at Feltham station Heaton-Harris said: “These have been completed, important upgrades to Feltham station Rail Minister Chris will make a huge difference on this key commuter line from London Waterloo, Heaton-Harris has providing smoother passenger announced, thanks to a journeys and improved accessibility into and between platforms. £31 million government “This investment underlines our investment. commitment to build back better out of Covid-19, delivering improved journeys for passengers as they return he station and the to the railway.” surrounding area has seen a Mark Killick, Route Director at host of improvements since Network Rail Wessex said: “We’re Network Rail began work in committed to providing better journeys TSeptember 2018, delivering significant for passengers. These improvements, benefits to passengers on a busy on a key route into London, make the commuter line into London Waterloo. station more accessible for passengers These include extended platforms to and the local community.” allow longer 10-car trains to call, while The Feltham & Wokingham Feltham West level crossing has been Resignalling Programme (FWRP) closed to improve community safety. involves the full renewal of the Alex Foulds, South Western cycle and bus routes will make the increased capacity.” Accessibility has also been signalling systems and is being Railway’s Commercial Projects station a first-class gateway to the This news comes ahead of the enhanced with the construction of delivered in six stages between 2021 Director, said: “This joint effort to area. introduction of a new state of the a new shared pedestrian and cycle and 2024. As part of the work, a number enhance Feltham station is fantastic “The extended platforms will art train stabling and maintenance bridge, providing a bike friendly route of level crossings in the area are being news for our customers and the local also welcome our brand new fleet of depot in Feltham that will serve over the railway, along with a further upgraded to improve the reliability and community. The improvements to longer Arterio trains later this year, South Western Railway’s new £1bn step-free entrance to platform 1 next resilience of services, and to ensure the accessibility, a modern new station fully equipped with charging points fleet of Arterio trains when it opens to newly positioned bus stops. safety of local residents using them. entrance and improved links with at every seat, on board WI-FI and later this year. Police Officers Amongst Key Workers Exempt Multiple Road Closures in from Proposed London Boundary Charge Chiswick Area London The proposed new £3.50 Greater London boundary charge may exclude key workers.

n particular, this comes as wel- come news to London’s police force, after City Hall Conserva- tives hit back against the propos- Ial with claims that the 51 per cent of Metropolitan Police officers who cur- rently live outside of London would be adversely affected. A spokesperson for the Mayor Chiswick Acton Lane site, have also closed off said: "Police officers who own a car the southern end of Dukes Avenue and live in the capital contribute to Utility works have led and blocked A4 access to handle a the £500 million paid by Londoners to closures of three suspected gas leak. Works are expected in vehicle excise duty every year major roads in the to be finished early next week. – money which is spent almost Diverted bus routes are 272 and exclusively on the maintenance of Chiswick area. E3, both of which are now travelling roads outside London. via Chiswick High Road, Chiswick "Sadiq has repeatedly urged the full public consultation, including with of Greater London. Shamefully, Khan’s Dia Stronach Roundabout, Great West Road and Government to allow London to keep non-Londoners.” boundary charge would slap them with [email protected] Cedars Road. The Chiswick Town Hall this money but if ministers refuse to The proposed charge is amongst an £800-a-year bill to drive into the and Barrowgate Road stops are closed. play fair, other options may need to be several possibilities raised to make capital and keep us all safe. he Thames Water site at Ac- You can email feedback on considered, such as a Greater London back Transport for London (TfL)’s "London’s police officers are on the ton Lane is closed once again the Fisher's Lane closure to Boundary charge for non-residents. £500 million shortfall. Mayor Khan beat all hours of the day and night after prolonged works late [email protected], or post "Sadiq recognises the heroic role that continues to insist that these measures across our city, and understandably, last year, blocking the road’s comments to the Highways Service, police officers and other key workers are not his preference, instead pushing for many of them who live outside the Tnorthbound end (near Sainsbury’s), Perceval House, 14-16 Uxbridge Road, have played during the pandemic and for London to be permitted to keep its capital, public transport simply isn’t and could remain so until mid next W5 2HL. exemptions and discounts are being share of road tax. an option.” week. Thames Water are also working You can have your say on any of considered as part of TfL’s feasibility Susan Hall, leader of the GLA Pending a full public consultation, on a burst main at Sutton Court Road. Hounslow’s trial Streetspace schemes study. Should proposals for a charge Conservatives, said: "More than half the proposed boundary charge would The Gas utility service Cadent, who here or email the transport team on come forward, they would be subject to of our city’s police officers live outside not come into effect until at least 2023. have recently been at work on the [email protected]. Friday 12th February, 2021 23 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald NEWS What Does The Hague's New Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mean for Heathrow? London Schiphol Group and Rotterdam The As concerns over a Hague Innovation Airport (RHIA). It fits exceptionally well within our third runway mount strategy to facilitate and accelerate in Chiswick and West sustainability and innovation in aviation, to be at the cradle of London, Rotterdam sustainable aviation fuel made of CO2 The Hague Airport from air. We support this project with has taken a huge step our know how and local networks.” The aviation industry is currently forwards in sustainable thought to be responsible for 3% of air travel. global manmade CO2 emissions. There is no currently viable electric Dia Stronach or hydrogen propulsion system for [email protected] air transport, which are the main replacements for unsustainable fuel in he airport, alongside Rot- cars and other road transport. Instead, terdam The Hague Innova- sustainability in aviation relies on tion Airport, SkyNRG, and sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). The Climeworks, is moving to- SAF produced by Zenid is pulled from Twards a demonstration plant called Ze- the atmosphere using direct air capture nid. This plant is expected to produce technology and renewable electricity. fully circular sustainable aviation fuel This offers a carbon-neutral fuel for directly from air. A Memorandum of aviation, helping to work towards the Understanding has now been signed by net zero targets for the industry. global energy company Uniper to sup- According to a statement from port Zenid with their engineering and Consortium, "The demonstration plant operating expertise. will be powered by regionally sourced The syngas is transformed into liquid government recently, as Heathrow to be kept down, Heathrow should Ron Louwerse of Rotterdam the renewable energy and combines several hydrocarbons by a modular Fischer- won their Supreme Court battle for only expand if regional airports Hague Airport said: "Rotterdam innovative technologies: a direct air Tropsch reactor and then refined into permission to build a third runway reduce traffic. the Hague Airport is very proud to capture plant provides CO2 to a highly sustainable aviation fuel.” against the advice of the government Heathrow is currently operating a be one of the Kick-Starters of this efficient co-electrolysis unit, that turns Eco-friendly air travel has been Climate Change Committee. The sustainability strategy called Heathrow groundbreaking project, together with the CO2 and added water into syngas. on the minds of local industry and Committee stated that, for emissions 2.0, which is outlined in detail here. Snacking Company Moves to Chiswick Council lift prohibition notice Chiswick on Tesco store in Osterley After 21 years, pladis, Hounslow one of the world’s Hounslow Council has leading snacking lifted the prohibition companies, will be notice served on the relocating its global Tesco store in Osterley, head office from with immediate effect. Hayes, Middlesex, to Chiswick, London in he notice followed council the summer of 2021. officers inspecting the premises and finding the store, which stocks food, Ttoiletries and household goods on the ome to beloved brands ground floor, allowing access to and including McVitie’s, and purchase of clothes and other ‘non- Jacob’s, the head office will essential items’ on its first floor. support 16,000 colleagues Tesco appealed the notice as they Hand 25 bakeries worldwide. The new believed that their Osterley Extra store office will also be home to the UK&I was complying with the government’s taken within the store to ensure social regional office, led by David Murray. Salman Amin, Chief Executive ”We are delighted to welcome pladis rules on Covid-19 measures. distancing, including the removal of As a fast-growing, global company, Officer, said: "We have been looking to Chiswick Park. The company is a The lifting of the notice follows a site some displays and extra signage pladis’ new workspace has been for an office space which better perfect fit for our Campus and will visit by officers to the store following Ɂ Closure of the café on the first floor. purpose-designed to meet the reflects our needs and our ambition connect with an exclusive group of like- previous enforcement action. Cllr Katherine Dunne, Cabinet businesses’ needs and will be a place to be a defining snacking company of minded businesses and individuals. Officers found that Tesco have made Member for Communities and Climate to work, share, collaborate and belong. the 21st century. The new office will We look forward to pladis joining our significant changes within the store Emergency, said: “These are very Spread out over approximately be much more than just a place for us collaborative workplace community”, following the council's action and said welcome developments, and we are 28,000 sq ft, the new office is modern to work, it will be a space where we said Matt Coulson, CEO Chiswick Park they have stated they wish to work with obviously pleased that Tesco have and fresh, yet also pays homage to can truly showcase our exceptional Enjoy-Work. the council to ensure the community is moved so decisively to ensure public the history and heritage of pladis, as portfolio and grow and inspire our Chiswick Park is also situated safe. health and compliance with the rules. a family of bakers. A carefully curated ambitious team. around gardens and a lakeand is home The changes include: My thanks go both to Tesco, and to our range of workspaces, quiet zones "Chiswick Park is in a great to a number of retail and leisure outlets Ɂ A reduction in the number of people enforcement team for the good work and collaboration settings have location that will be appealing for which pladis employees can enjoy. allowed in the store at any one time, done here. been designed to enable employees current and future talent, and we are pladis will join a number of other with a traffic light system and added “In view of the changes made which to come together, work and think looking forward to welcoming our brands already situated in Chiswick security to limit the people to this have been made to improve Covid-19 creatively, and foster an inclusive, pladis colleagues and partners to our Park, including Danone, Discovery, number with checks on face coverings security at the store, the prohibition innovative culture. new home.” Pernod Ricard and Starbucks. Ɂ A range of additional measures notice will be lifted immediately.” 24 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk NEWS follow us on twitter @hounslowherald Private Members Club takes the lead in installing Covid-secure technology Richmond that has credible test data and operates Richmond Upon without chemicals. It runs quietly in the background neutralising viruses, Thames’ first private including Covid-19, both in the air and members club, The on surfaces. “It was a no-brainer to invest in this Richmond Club [Kew system. It makes our venue completely Road, Richmond, TW9 safe to visit, work from or socialise in,” 2PN], has taken the added Heffernan. Across the country, the hospitality lead in the fight against sector, including pubs, bars, Covid to ensure their restaurants and hotels, have lost circa £200m a day in sales in 2020. However, members and guests the entrepreneurial team behind The are a safe as possible by Richmond Club found a gap in the installing Covid-secure market and opened a new business, with the knowledge and scientific technology, Clenzair. reassurance that their venue was safe to operate in what has been the worst global pandemic of a generation. he business which opened Ben Shanks-Pepper, Manager of The its doors November last year Richmond Club, said: “In the design following a six-figure in- and planning of our new business, vestment, promptly closed we were dedicated to ensuring that Tthem again following lockdown. “Our our operation was Covid-secure. journey to opening the doors of The We didn’t want to be reliant on Richmond Club has been a bumpy one, cleaning companies or fogging isn’t possible during the latest national “We are delighted to be working with to get back to normal and care homes with Government restrictions forever systems that could not guarantee lockdown lingers on. However, we The Richmond Club, its innovative to eradicate a whole range of prolific changing,” said Club Owner Maureen constant protection. We knew that have adapted our offer to ensure our approach to the setup of the business viruses, not just Covid-19. The vaccine Heffernan. “Our priority however has this virus would be part of daily life members can still enjoy the fantastic is inspiring. They have not only found roll out is an enormously positive step always been to ensure we offer a safe for the foreseeable future, so we had food we offer through our ‘At Home’ a gap in the market to run a successful in getting the UK economy back open environment for our members and to invest in the best technology out range of food hampers and indulge business, but they have recognised and safely and we can provide valuable their guests, so it was crucially impor- there. Our new Clenzair installation in our ‘Shake your Own’ cocktail kits. appreciate the impact of our game- support to keep it open and thriving. Our tant that we found a system that kills provides piece of mind and a sense Our online wine tastings and events changing technology on their operation technology offers a safe solution that can airborne bacteria and viruses.” of comfort for our team too, knowing will never take the place of a visit to in the long run. attack a virus while suspended in the air The advancement in technology has they are working in a completely safe our club, but we like to think there is “We would urge the government immediately after a cough or a sneeze seen an explosion in systems including environment.” room for a little bit of The Richmond to embrace this technology in the and also constantly sanitises touchpoint fogging machines and extraction “We would love to welcome our Club at home.” fight against Covid-19. It will enable surfaces as well, allowing companies to systems. New to the market is Clenzair members through our doors, but that Luke Harris, CEO of Clenzair, said: businesses to reopen safely, schools operate as safely as possible.” Chinese Broadcaster in Chiswick Loses License London body which is itself controlled by the Chinese Communist Party. The license for Ofcom has previously found CGTN for China Global to be in breach of Ofcom Broadcasting Television Network Code for failure to preserve due impartiality (in coverage of the Hong (CGTN) to broadcast Kong protests), as well as three other in the UK has been breaches of fairness and privacy rules. CGTN was warned that Ofcom revoked by Ofcom. would consider sanctions after this, and proceedings for these sanctions are ongoing. he Chinese-owned inter- A statement from Ofcom said: "We national satellite news have given CGTN significant time channel, which broadcasts to come into compliance with the in English, has its European statutory rules. Those efforts have THeadquarters located in Chiswick now been exhausted. Business Park. An investigation by "Following careful consideration, Ofcom found CGTN to be simply a taking account of all the facts and distributor of content, not employing the broadcaster’s and audience’s any of the editorial decision-making rights to freedom of expression, staff. They ruled that the current we have decided it is appropriate license is wrongfully held by Star China to revoke the licence for CGTN to Media Limited (SCML), as control broadcast in the UK. The BBC responded: "We stand our editorial standards." broadcasting codes with a forced was effectively with the Chinese "We expect to conclude separate by our accurate and fair reporting of Julian Knight MP, chairman of the confession, and failure on impartiality state (meaning that SCML does not sanctions proceedings against CGTN events in China and totally reject these Digital, Culture, Media and Sport over coverage of the Hong Kong protests. meet the legal requirement of having for due impartiality and fairness and unfounded accusations of fake news or Committee, welcomed Ofcom’s "It should be seen as a strong control over the licensed service). privacy breaches shortly.” ideological bias. decision. He said: "Today’s ruling warning that the power to broadcast In addition to this, an application to Not long after Ofcom announced "The BBC is the world’s most trusted is confirmation that the Chinese carries with it responsibility and transfer the licence to an entity called this decision, China’s Ministry of international news broadcaster, Communist Party is the ultimate accountability. Failing this bar will not China Global Television Network Foreign Affairs released a statement reporting to a global audience of more controller of its broadcasts which is be tolerated." Corporation (CGTNC) has also accusing the BBC of spreading "fake than 400 million people weekly without not permitted under UK law. Whether CGTN will continue to ope- been rejected, as it is controlled by a news” in coronavirus reporting. fear or favour and in accordance with "CGTN had already breached rate out of Chiswick remains to be seen. 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Violent crime rates dropped between Rachel Magee March 2020 and April 2020, rose again [email protected] from May 2020, peaked in August 2020 and dropped again through to ang violence has decreased December 2020, according to statistics due to lockdown but a from the Met Police. leading criminologist has Professor Harding also explained warned that this violence is how lockdown has changed the nature Gbeing banked and will erupt once lock- of gang-related criminal activity. down lifts. He explained that a decrease in Professor Simon Harding, director footfall on the pavements means that of the National Centre for Gang drug dealers stand out more forcing in a report by the National Youth increased investment in the youth He said: "These gang-affiliated young Research at the University of West dealers to change their methods. Agency, a charity which professionalises workforce in order to counter this surge. people are not getting the guidance London, explained that violence has Drug dealing over lockdown occurs and enables youth work. Professor Harding explained that they need. only decreased because people are not online, through the letterbox, in The report outlines that while that the pandemic has left young "In terms of dealing with the issue physically interacting or in the same supermarket car parks and even in headlines reported a fall in gang- people more vulnerable to criminal of violence, it's important to get all space but gang members will seek hospital car parks. associated activity, organised criminal exploitation because gang-affiliated these meetings back on track and revenge for insults traded on social He added that some drug dealers have gangs and street gangs swiftly adapted youngsters are unable to meet with put in place the support structures media once lockdown lifts. gone out to deal disguised as joggers or to the pandemic. their guidance counsellors, youth for young people that have basically Professor Harding said: "A lot of have made fake NHS lanyards so they The report states: "Gangs are still workers, probation officers, teachers, withered away.” interactions have taken place online. can claim that they are a key worker if very active locally, changing locations mentors or charity workers. He added that monitoring social If a young person, whether they are they get stopped. and grooming new recruits less visible He added that such sessions are hard media and intervention in schools in gang affiliated or not, goes online and Professor Harding’s concerns of to statutory services – hidden in plain to do virtually as it is difficult to engage the long run are the other key ways in says a few inappropriate terms to piss a post-lockdown surge in criminal sight.” with these young people over Zoom or which gang and youth violence needs someone off, that person in going to violence echoes similar concerns raised The report stressed the need for Microsoft Teams. to be tackled. Bees back quest to tackle online hate London to experience that.” who would like to make a pledge, either At the start of 2021, a A statement released by the Club said: individually or as an organisation, “Brentford FC has a close relationship please contact [email protected]. range of football, media with Kick It Out, The FA and other You can also make a pledge by joining and law enforcement organisations that, like us, believe in the conversation on social media, just organisations again increasing the diversity and inclusivity use #TakeAStand and tag Kick It Out of football and the removal of hatred in your posts. And if you see, hear or met with social media from the game. We will do all we can receive abuse, you can also report it at companies to discuss to work with them to rid football of kickitout.org. discriminatory behaviour. Brentford As part of the #TakeAStand how to tackle online FC hopes that these meetings will be campaign, Brentford FC pledged hate in football. the next step towards making it easier during their Black History Month to identify perpetrators of online abuse webinar that a new social media policy and with the assistance of social media would be introduced. This guide for hose included in the discus- platforms this sort of behaviour will end. fans on social media is now live and sion were representatives “Brentford FC has a zero-tolerance can be viewed here. from Kick It Out, PFA, Pre- policy towards discriminatory The aim of the initial meeting, mier League, The FA, EFL, behaviour of any kind. We have been which will be a regular fixture moving TLeague Managers Association, UK Foot- appalled to see recent reports of forward, was to discuss how football ball Policing Unit, Women in Football, hateful behaviour on social media and social media can be places where Crown Prosecution Service, Home platforms, including against current everyone feels they belong, and what Office and Sky, alongside Twitter and and former players. If anyone known action needs to be taken to make Facebook. The meeting was convened to us is involved, we reserve the right that happen. This meeting builds on by Kick It Out and it was agreed that to take the most extreme action, previous discussions that have taken further necessary action is required including but not limited to what is place between football authorities not be tolerated; online and offline hate also commit to meeting bi-monthly, against online discriminatory abuse. set out in our Social Media Policy for and social media companies and must have real-world consequences for working on tangible solutions, and will In addition, Anton Ferdinand fans, to ensure our community is free the existing work undertaken by the perpetrators and individuals should be monitor and communicate progress provided a player’s perspective of the of discrimination and intimidation. football bodies to report and remove held accountable for their actions. to the public as this critical work impact of online hate, in which he said, If you spot any racism or other forms offensive messages. The group committed to working progresses. “As footballers we are held accountable of discriminatory or hateful behaviour The group identified a set of together transparently as a collective, The Club added: “Brentford FC for our actions all the time - why aren’t online you can email us at report@ common principles which will drive to develop solutions. They will welcomes this ongoing discussion the people that are sending abuse, brentfordfc.com and we will act.” their working agenda moving forward. collaborate to share resources and and pledges our support to try and and the social media platforms, held This meeting follows Kick It Out The principles include that: football ideas as swiftly as possible to combat rid online platforms of racism and to account too? I had no escape from launching their Take A Stand campaign and social media should be places discriminatory behaviour and will use discriminatory behaviour. We are being racially abused, whether that earlier this season, which is encouraging where everyone feels that they belong; the power of their collective voices pleased that representatives from was on the streets or social media. The people across the football community discrimination, hate and abuse towards to campaign, challenge and educate Facebook and Twitter have supported ripple effect the abuse had on me and to take action or make a pledge, in the those who play, support or work in the individuals to make social media a safe the Kick It Out release and hope there my family, I wouldn’t want anyone else fight against discrimination. For those game is totally unacceptable and will and enjoyable space for all. They will will be real change in the future.” Friday 12th February, 2021 27 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald NEWS

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6 CHISWICK TERRACE · LONDON · W4 5LY 02087422266 Find out how we are changing this at www.irt.org.uk THEYOUCLINIC.CO.UK the annual newsletter of International Refugee Trust IRT Chiswick Gazette Jan 2020.indd 1 27/01/2020 15:27 Shepherd's Bush Dentist Accused Acton teen sentenced of Poor Hygeine Practises for Chiswick robbery Acton Shepherds Bush in December also revealed that "The A dental practice on practice did not have adequate systems A teenager from Acton Askew Road has been for recognising, assessing and mitigating has been sentenced risks in areas such as the handling and following a robbery in accused of failure to disposal of hazardous substances, lone properly clean dental working, sharps or infection prevention Chiswick. and control.” equipment, amongst They continued: "Where risks had other failings identified been highlighted and recommendations asti Haki, 18 (23.12.2002) made in risk assessments, there were no of Horn Lane was convict- by the Care Quality systems in place to ensure the relevant ed on Friday 8th January Commission (CQC). audits, reviews and training had been after he pleaded guilty at carried out. This included, for example HEaling Magistrates’ Court to robbery. Dia Stronach Legionella risk assessments.” He was sentenced on Tuesday [email protected] Whilst the practise has now taken 2nd February at Ealing Magistrates’ steps to amend these issues, the CQC Court, where he was given a 12 month he Dental Centre, 67 Askew reported that: "The provider did not conditional discharge. Road (not to be confused monitor or follow up on urgent and The court heard that on Wednesday with Askew Dental Care at 149 routine referrals to ensure patients were members of the public as before.” 2nd October 2019, at 17:10, police were Askew Road) was fund by the seen in a timely manner.” The company has also promised the called to Elliott Road, Chiswick to had given. He was arrested and taken to Tnational health regulator to have failed Responding to the criticisms, a following improvements: : reports of a robbery. a west London police station, where he on multiple points of patient safety and spokesperson said the practice’s head Ɂ That it has "taken the time to go over Officers attended and established was subsequently charged and convicted internal management. These included nurse had been away from work on the our notes and have been more precise from the victim, a boy in his teens, as above. not equipment, which "were not decon- day of the inspection because they were about taking notes of each patient”. that he was approached by a group of DC Emma Richards, the investigating taminated and sterilised appropriately”, shielding. Ɂ That "new scrubbing tools and full males whilst he was on his way home officer from West Area Command Unit, as well as patient dental records which They added: "We took a list of all training have been provided… including from school. The boy was threatened said: “This was a joint effort between were not being kept in an "accurate, com- the equipment and products that were a whole new set up for the instrument by Haki, who searched the victim’s bag our Emergency Response Teams plete and contemporaneous” manner. missing at the time and put in use all our sterilisation process”. pulling out his wallet and taking out and CID in identifying the suspect, The CQC went on to explain that: policies, risk assessments, fire safety tests Ɂ With monitoring patient referrals, "we £10 in cash. The victim reported the gathering evidence and putting the case "Staff were not scrubbing instruments and all the rest that were highlighted by have set up a separate log, where we can incident straight away and was able to to the CPS. There was overwhelming unless visible debris was present and CQC Inspectors have been reviewed and track and follow up on our referrals”. provide an excellent description of the evidence because of this and ultimately a were using a metal burr brush. There updated where necessary Ɂ That "folders have been updated and suspect’s clothing. successful conviction was achieved.” was no separate receptacle set up to "We are happy and more than ready set up where needed for each one of the Officers detained Haki, whose clothing This article was released to the media rinse the instruments.” Thi inspection to continue and provide service to the risk assessments mentioned above”. matched the description that the victim by the Metropolitan Police Service 28 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald

P R A N Z O M A K E L U N C H I T A L I A N A T Villa di Geggiano

Villa di Geggiano is one of Tatler’s top ten Italian restaurants in London – and it’s right on your doorstep.

The Villa has gained quite a reputation for delicious authentic Tuscan food, and at lunchtime you can try a taste of Tuscany with a set meal from just £19.95 for two courses and £25 for three courses.

Whether you’re ‘lunching with the Ladies’, or conducting a deeply important business meeting, the food at the Villa is highly conducive to results – whether those results be a lucrative contract or juicy gossip!

Another lovely thing about lunching at the Villa is the choice of surroundings, from the intimacy of the lounge to the formality of the Gallery, or the confidentiality of the Art Room, there’s a wide choice and lots of space so you’re unlikely to be overheard if that’s important to you.If you’re conducting business and want to continue after your meal but don’t want to go back to the office, there’s a fully equipped business suite available as well.

Apart from our two set lunches, the ‘a la Carta’ menu is also available and the wine list (although we shouldn’t mention it at lunchtime) is, as they say in Tuscany, Sensazionale.

Lunch at the Villa. It’s the perfect way to split the day.

To book, call 020 3384 9442 or email [email protected] Friday 12th February, 2021 29 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald 30 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk NEWS follow us on twitter @hounslowherald Hammersmith & Fulham Mayor to host virtual St Celebrates Vaccine Milestone Patrick’s Day celebration

Hammersmith & Fulham shared her relief with receiving the jab, no queues, and amazingly organized. London series of tunes, reels, jigs, polkas and More than 18,000 saying: "I am so lucky to be one of the People looked thankful and relieved.” The Mayor of London, barn dances in this intergenerational 15,000 people in H&F who have had One local keyworker Sarah Melman, performance - all performed virtually. local residents in their Covid vaccine! As someone who Deputy Headteacher at Jack Tizard Sadiq Khan, has this There will also be recordings of a series Hammersmith & is 'clincally extremely vulnerable', I School in White City, said: "The process week confirmed that of sketches, songs and monologues was invited to have my first dose of was very welcoming, reassuring, exploring the idea of St Patrick and St Fulham have now the AstraZeneca vaccine in January at efficient and a positive experience. The a virtual celebration Bridget visiting modern day London received the first the clinic in Parsons Green. I was quite staff were lovely. will take place for from the Queens Crescent Community Covid vaccine jab nervous at first, but the nurse was so "As someone who works in H&F, it London to mark the Association, together with Age UK and good that I didn't even notice when the makes feel valued to have been offered north London carers. from the local NHS. needle went in. I felt a little under the the vaccine and that people in the local annual celebration of St The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, weather the day after my jab, and my authority appreciate the risk we take Patrick’s Day. said: “The sight of Londoners and arm was sore a few days. I know these and the work that we do every day.” visitors of all backgrounds uniting in he jabs have been called a minor side effects are very normal and Local pharmacist and Shepherds our capital for St Patrick’s day is a real ‘relief’ and ‘reassuring’ for I'm not worried. It's been a week now Bush resident Hala Abusin described ue to the impact of Covid-19 highlight of our year, so it’s hugely residents who have received and I feel absolutely fine! I urge people how the process worked for her: "The and national restrictions, disappointing that the impact of the their first and second jabs. to take up the vaccine when it's their vaccination process was seamless for the annual celebration is pandemic means we are unable to TThe local NHS is currently offering turn. With covid-19, nobody is safe me. I received a call from my surgery being moved online on gather on the streets again. However, the Covid vaccine to people most at until everyone is safe." offering me a convenient appointment DWednesday 17th March with a pro- I’m delighted that, together with the risk from coronavirus. This ranges Another local resident, Zofiathat fitted around my work and home gramme showcasing the very best of London Irish Centre, we are able to from older residents and those with Szymanska, told us: "I’m 70 years schedule. Once we agreed a time, I Irish talent, hosted by the London Irish host an online celebration that will serious underlying health problems to old. I had my first dose of the Pfizer received a text message confirming Centre. The programme will include pay tribute to the huge contribution frontline workers in the borough. vaccine in January. I had no side effects the date, time and location of the an afternoon community celebration of our Irish community. I urge "Help is here. The NHS is working at all. I was vaccinated at White City appointment. of creative workshops, music and sto- Londoners to celebrate this year’s St non-stop to get people vaccinated Community Centre – it was superbly "Upon arrival at the vaccination rytelling, followed by a programme of Patrick’s day from the safety of home as fast as possible,” said Dr Nicola organised, and all the staff were very hub, I was greeted by one of the staff live celebrations hosted by London and to join together virtually to enjoy Lang, Director of Public Health at nice and professional. Now I'm waiting members who asked my name and Irish Centre Ambassador Angela Scan- the performances.” Hammersmith & Fulham Council. for the second dose... I want to extend time slot booked then ushered me lon and friends. Gary Dunne, Director of Culture "I encourage everyone to get their my appreciation and sincere thanks to in. A friendly young lady who was The capital’s celebrations will also at London Irish Centre said: “The vaccinations when they’re contacted all NHS staff. Thank you!” one of the volunteers then asked me include a number of other events - a London Irish Centre is delighted by their GP. The vaccine is safe and will Gaye Black said: "I had my first to follow the one-way system, sat film festival presented by Irish Film to be partnering with the Mayor of protect you and your loved ones from Pfizer jab at Richford Gate and it was me down in a booth and asked me a London, with a selection of short London to celebrate St. Patrick's Day the deadly virus.” extremely well organised. No after series of questions before the nurse films, feature films, animations and in 2021. The London St. Patrick's One of the first to be vaccinated in effects apart from a slightly stiff arm in charge greeted me, explained music videos, as well as a number of Special, will be a jam-packed evening H&F was Doris Sargeant, who was the next morning, but that only lasted the simple and quick process then special events with screen talent and of culture, conversation, and ‘relieved’ to get her second jab of the a day. Very pleased." administered the vaccine. I was filmmakers from the Irish filmmaking community fun, hosted by London Covid-19 vaccine in early January. While fellow local resident Madeleine asked to wait for 15 minutes before community. More than 50 musicians Irish Centre Ambassador Angela The 90-year-old former Hammer- Saman said: "There are three of us in receiving a final check. will be competing in The Fiddler of Scanlon and friends and will give smith hairdresser was determined to our family – one over 75, one over 70 "It was mandatory to wear a face London Competition, a tribute to viewers the opportunity to experience get the vaccine to make sure she would and one vulnerable. We had our Pfizer covering and to keep a two-metre the late Justin Whelehan, the Fiddler and connect with the very best of all be able to see her family in Trinidad jabs at White City Community Centre distance. All in all, the staff were of London, for the prestigious things Irish in London.” once lockdown and travel restrictions and are very grateful to H&F, the NHS showing a great degree of care, title which will be awarded to an The London Irish Centre is inviting are lifted. and our GP. Thanks to all of you.” dedication and you can feel their sense outstanding musician. members of the public to submit Doris, who lives close to Charing And Jan Keith said: "After almost of pride in being part of this campaign. Musicians between the ages of their own ideas and suggestions to Cross Hospital, said: "I knew from the a year of shielding alone, it means "I answered the call to receive 12 and 25 from across the city will be part of the celebrations. You can start that I wanted it and would go for ‘hope’ for re-integration into a better my vaccine to keep myself safe, my perform music from the repertoires do so by emailing them at info@ it as soon as I could. I’ll be able to see quality of life, little by little. Applause family protected, and my patients and of past masters of traditional Irish londonirishcentre.org with the my family soon.” for the roll-out effort and the efficient colleagues reassured that we must play music on the London scene and the subject ‘St. Patrick's Day Special’ by Fulham resident Dr Loretta Lou also and kind local NHS – it was speedy, a collective part to stay safe.” ‘trad gathering’ will be performing a February 17th. Friday 12th February, 2021 31 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald NEWS

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HERE, HELEN PIDGEON, THE DIRECTOR OF HELEN PIDGEON SOLICITORS, provide neutral calendars to manage diary dates and the sharing of other co-parenting FAMILY LAW SPECIALISTS IN CHISWICK, EXPLAINS SOME COMMON LEGAL information. ISSUES THAT CROP UP FOR SEPARATING PARENTS. SHOULD THERE BE SHARED CARE? If you have children, there are, along with the emotional and financial issues, the everyday If both parents work and are involved in the day to day care of the children, we are practicalities to sort out; where the child or children will live, how much time they will increasingly seeing parents who want to share the care of a child. There is a presumption spend with each parent and what each parent can legally do without involving the other. that each parent, including the non-resident parent, should spend time with a child provided there is no risk of harm to the child. There is not a presumption of shared care. You may not need to involve the court in these arrangements if everything can be agreed It will depend upon the circumstances for the care arrangements as to whether this can between you. If you need some assistance with these arrangements then start by looking be facilitated and the kind of relationship the parents have after separating. Shared care into drawing up a parenting plan setting out clear principles and the arrangements for the doesn’t necessarily mean sharing the amount of time a child spends with each parent children. These do not have to be set in stone and can be reviewed as the children grow equally. up and their needs change, but they can provide a very useful framework and reference point. The Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service “Cafcass” who are the A court can make a shared care order as a way to avoid one parent trying to alienate or court appointed social workers, have provided some guidance on the issues to think exercise too much control over the other. Neither is there a specific formula for shared about in its Parenting Plan which can be found on its website www.cafcass.gov.uk. care with alternating days or weeks. Any arrangement will depend on the practicalities and must be within the best interests of the child as their welfare is the key concern of WHAT ARE YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS? the court. As a mother you automatically have parental responsibility. As a father, you either have parental responsibility by being married to the mother before or after your child’s birth or, DO I NEED TO HAVE A PARENTING PLAN OR COURT ORDER? by being named as the father on the child’s birth certificate (for a child that has been born It is not compulsory to have either if everything is agreed. If there have been difficulties in after 1 December 2003). Parental responsibility means you share equally: agreeing the past arrangements, a parenting plan setting out clear and agreed principles “all the rights, duties, powers, responsibilities and authority which by law a parent of a and defining the arrangements may help and as a last resort, if agreement cannot be child has in relation to the child and their property”. reached, then an order drawn up with the help of family law specialists may help to It is your status as a parent. You must consult with each other on the major decisions in prevent further difficulties in the future. your child’s life; such as schooling, health, education, religion, changing a child’s name and taking a child abroad for any time at all. This article assumes you are the natural birth parents of a child and does not deal with the law on step-parents, same sex parents, surrogacy or adoption when the legal issues may FINDING WAYS TO CONSULT WITH EACH OTHER differ and more specialist advice is required. This article is intended for general advice After a difficult separation, it’s not uncommon for some parents to still need help in putting upon the law. If you require advice about your particular circumstances then you should a Parenting Plan together, either from a solicitor or a mediator. The exercise can be more seek your own independent legal advice about the approach you should take and how productive if both parents are informed about their parental rights beforehand. this will affect you. Private organisations or state run Separated Parents Information Programme “SPIP” (Cafcass website has a directory) offer parenting group classes that you can attend Helen Pidgeon is a solicitor, mediator and collaborative lawyer and director of Helen together or alone. If the court becomes involved you could be ordered to attend a Pidgeon Solicitors specialising in private children law as well as all aspects of private SPIP or similar parenting programme. Parenting Apps such as Our Family Wizard www. family law matters. Please contact us if you require further assistance to help you ourfamilywizard.co.uk and Parenting Apart divorceandchildren.com/divorce-app/ can decide what is right for you and your family.

Volunteers finish planting a new avenue Success for local laptop drive of lime trees despite rain and Covid Chiswick Dukes Meadows Trust volunteers worked in shifts in the rain to finish planting a new avenue of lime trees (Tilia cordata).

he avenue, adjacent to but set well back from Riverside Hounslow McGregor and Cllr Ron Mushiso, Drive, consists of 30 trees, Hounslow’s laptop Leader and Deputy Leader of the 15 planted last year and a Conservative Group of councillors plus Tfurther 15 this year. Tilia was chosen as drive is celebrating helpers from the Chiswick community. it is a native species, which was once a hugely successful Richmond Rugby Club have kindly dominant but now rare in woodlands. arranged to sponsor the co-ordination The trees are hermaphrodite and the second effort on and refurbishment of the delivered IT flowers attract pollinators, such as bees. Saturday, which including wiping the disks and setting Tilia support a wide range of insects and has led to a further up software in accordance with GDPR caterpillars that in turn provide food for regulations. birds, making it a great to tree to plant collection opportunity The drive is collecting laptops and to enhance the park’s biodiversity. Tilia on 6th February. tablets, plus any cables and chargers, has been a favourite choice for formal volunteers to finish the planting despite grateful to The Tree Council, which and any laptop bags or tablet covers avenues but is less popular with car the weather and Covid. Planting out funded this year’s planting with a £2,000 that you wish to dispose of. They owners as aphids feeding on the leaves in a busy park, meant that we needed grant. Funds for last year’s trees were s before, the drive will take cannot take mobile phones, desktops, produce a sticky residue that drops to use large specimen trees that would raised from through the Trust’s social place at the West Porch of or other electronics. All donations down from the tree like sticky rain. withstand the rough and tumble of a enterprises; the Sunday Food Market and Christchurch, Turnham will go to schools in Hounslow and The new Dukes Meadows avenue will popular, intensively used space. The Artists’ Studios.’’ Green (W4 5DT). It will run Richmond who will allocate them to not overhang any road or block light trees, stakes and mulch were very heavy, The next big task will be watering fromA 10.00am till midday this Saturday. pupils in need. from buildings, so will be left to grow so we had them all delivered to site and the trees next year and the Trust is The event is coronavirus-safe, with Cllr Gerald McGregor and Cllr Ron naturally without causing problems or then needed to get them planted without inviting people to volunteer to help drive-in facilities where a collector will Mushiso wish to thank all those who needing maintenance. delay. It was wet, muddy work, but a great with that. To become a member or come to the vehicle without you having contributed more than 100 laptops Paul Davis, Chair of Dukes Meadows sense of satisfaction and achievement volunteer with Dukes Meadows Trust to open the door. (and the accessories to go with them) Trust said “It was a magnificent effort by once we’d finished. The Trust is very email [email protected] It is operated by Cllr Gerald in the space of two hours last Saturday. 32 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk NEWS follow us on twitter @hounslowherald ‘Bello brothers’ encourage exercise at home during lockdown London Birmingham 2022 and Team England’s Hounslow twin social media channels, viewers can get involved by trying the exercises and are brothers Javier and even encouraged to film and upload Joaquin Bello are their efforts to social media. The fitness-themed content, amongst the 22 elite featuring other athletes such as world athletes taking part in champion gymnast Joe Fraser and #22for22, a video series Commonwealth medallist racewalker Tom Bosworth, aims to inspire encouraging people to members of the public to stay active exercise at home as the at home as the country experiences its country goes through third national lockdown. It comes at a time when gyms are closed, grassroots its third lockdown. sport postponed, and outdoor exercise limited to once per day - rules that are set to last until at least February 15. 22for22, set up by Birmingham Javier and Joaquin Bello started 2022 and Team England, playing beach volleyball at the age of features recognisable faces six in their birthplace Madrid before from different Commonwealth moving to London four years later. In #sports. Each will demonstrate a simple 2017, the twins claimed an impressive exercise which can be done from the gold medal win at the Commonwealth comfort of home, including workouts Youth Games in the Bahamas. Two that don’t require equipment or that years later, they made history with a use items found around the house. bronze medal win at the 2019 FIVB The Commonwealth Youth Games Beach Volleyball World Tour, recording gold medallists were tasked with the first and only ever World Tour performing an exercise linked to medal for an England men’s team. After challenging. Even just a small dose of Ian Reid, CEO of Birmingham “Who better to get inspiration their sport that a member of the becoming British Champions in August exercise every day will not only keep 2022, said: “Stepping outside for our from than a Team England athlete? public might be able to replicate at 2020, they now have their sights set you fit, but it will leave you feeling daily exercise is so important right I’d encourage people from all ages home. In their video, the brothers on the senior Commonwealth Games energised and will do wonders for your now, but there are certain scenarios and abilities to give these exercises a suggest injecting some fun into core coming to Birmingham in 2022. mental health too. when this might not possible. go. I’m certainly looking forward to strengthening exercises. Commenting on his involvement “I hope that people see our #22for22 Perhaps you’re having to self-isolate, trying them out.” Demonstrated by Javier, he holds in #22for22, Javier said: “We all know videos and feel inspired to move their or even the mid-winter weather stops For more information about the plank position whilst bouncing a how important it is to keep our bodies bodies. Workouts don’t need to be you from getting out, so it’s just as #22for22 and to watch the athletes’ volleyball using one hand. and minds as healthy as we can right complicated, it’s often the simplest important that we remember to stay videos, please visit: Shown over 22 consecutive days on now but being stuck at home can be exercises that are the best for us.” active while we stay at home too. www.birmingham2022.com/22for22 Lotte Moore takes to Zoom Marking ‘World Cancer Day’ at Devonshire Events Lotte Moore, author of Day Nursery Lotte’s War: Bunkers, London Bombs and Barrage To mark ‘World Balloons, has long used Cancer Day’, children her past experiences and colleagues from to give local school Devonshire Day children an insight into Nursery in Chiswick life as a child growing dressed in pink and up during the Second blue to represent World War. the colours of their charity partner,

ow amid the Covid-19 Cancer Research UK, pandemic, rather than spread awareness visiting schools, Lotte has of the disease and taken to Zoom to continue Ntelling her tale. inspire action. Lotte speaks to schoolchildren about her memories as an evacuee child - she might not have known what she knows t the Ofsted-rated ‘Out- now about war - but she’s able to tell standing’ Day Nursery on tales of rationing, bombings, blackouts Bennett Street, pre-schoolers and evacuation, giving children an this with students eagerly listening were delighted to have insight they might not otherwise get. to Lotte’s story. A number of other theirA faces painted, whilst colleagues Sadly, due to Covid-19, Lotte was schools have joined the waiting list for were all entered into a sweepstake Children from Devonshire Day Nursery mark World Cancer Day unable to leave her house for around her talks. competition for the occasion. Having facing predicted losses of 20-25% pandemic, our nursery families have five months but ‘this awful virus’ and its Lotte’s book was adapted for the adopted Cancer Research UK at in fundraising income due to the continued to show such generosity subsequent lockdowns aren’t stopping stage playing at the Tabard Theatre the start of 2020 for a year-long pandemic, Devonshire Day Nursery towards the charities we support Lotte from doing what she enjoys- (now The Chiswick Playhouse) and she fundraising drive, the team have have now extended their charity and we are very proud to be able to although she is missing her visits. is also determined to bring it back to shown determination to help the partnership until the end of 2021. help them during such a challenging Instead, the 84-year-old Chiswick local the stage when it is safe to do so. worthy cause despite the challenges Devonshire Day Nursery Charity period.” is virtually meeting school children to For now, local schools can presented by Covid-19 and as a result Representative, Erica Lee explained; World Cancer Day falls on Thursday share her experience. Already schools contact Lotte to arrange a Zoom have raised an incredible £2,666.93 for “As a nursery we love to support worthy 4th February 2021 and aims to raise in Chelsea, including Knightsbridge talk for 7 to 11-year-olds via admin@ the charity so far. causes and try to involve the children worldwide attention of the disease and School, have taken advantage of dukesmeadowstrust.org As Cancer Research UK are currently in this wherever we can. Despite the inspire action for a cancer-free future. Friday 12th February, 2021 33 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald NEWS We're OPEN!

Chiswick Playhouse are back! And we have an incredibly exciting programme for Christmas! Join us for a glass of mulled wine and festive favourites with our Christmas at the Chiswick Playhouse concerts or for some music that feeds the soul with our Sunday Soul series.

We are operating a Covid secure venue. For more information please visit our website.

Don't Tell Santa! 17th - 22nd December Santa has been! The presents are under the tree and two sisters know they have to wait till Christmas morning to open them. Their excitement gets the better of them and they can’t help themselves. And so begins a night-time adventure they’ll never forget. They meet the elf on the shelf, dance in the snow and sail through the colours of the wind. But will they escape the naughty list and get back to bed in time for Christmas morning? Join us for this magical adventure filled with singing, dancing and Christmas fun. Running Time 60 mins | For children aged 4+ | £14 Adults | £12.50 Children. B O O K 0 2 0 8 9 9 5 6 0 3 5 | C H I S W I C K P L A Y H O U S E . C O . U K @ C H I S W I C K P L A Y Celebrating west London’s student volunteers for national awareness week London Helpers across west London will continue to step up and support those in need during Student Volunteering Week (8-14 February) as they look back on good work done across the community.

arking the occasion, students from the University of West London (UWL) will Mtake part in a national Commonwealth Games of Volunteering, micro- volunteering activities online, and continue to offer help in the parts of the community where it is most needed. Activity will also add to the UWL Volunteering and Civic Engagement Service team’s longstanding partnership with Hounslow FoodBox where students regularly get stuck in sorting donations and preparing food parcels to be delivered to families in need. Activity will also add to the UWL Volunteering and Civic Engagement Service team’s longstanding partnership with Hounslow FoodBox Over the past two years, more than 30 UWL students have offered Manager, said: “The FoodBox is just one can during this pandemic.” student volunteers and encourage how activity can support important upwards of 100 hours of volunteering of the volunteering opportunities we Student Volunteering Week others to take part in activity. transferable skills. time to the charity, and will this month have available and it’s really inspiring is a national initiative organised This year UWL students can Student Volunteering Week 2021 continue to offer support to those to see students supporting the crucial by the UK Student Volunteering mark the week by participation in runs from 8 -14 February as a celebration hardest hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. the work the volunteer team does. Network (UKSVN). The UKSVN online micro-volunteering activities, of student volunteers in the UK. Find Mariana Vieira da Rocha, UWL’s “We are only glad to be able to help and universities across the UK use attend information sessions on out more about volunteering activity at Volunteering and Civic Engagement offer an extra pair of hands when we this week to recognise and celebrate International Volunteering, and learn UWL at www.uwl.ac.uk/volunteering 34 Friday 12th February, 2021 In associaton with Viestra Magazine get inspired for your next journey at viestramagazine.com TRAVEL @viestramag The spa: Access to Netherwood Hotel’s newly Room With a View refurbished spa will cost £20 for three hours, just enough time to get around the traditional sauna, aroma steam room (with seasonally-rotating in The Lakes aromas), salt inhalation room, Travel monsoon shower, ice fountain and hot tubs, of which there are three. The Lake District, with its lush green hills, natural Each hot tub is stylishly sunken into the ground. After a treatment, enjoy a lakes and English charm, has always been a special manicure in the double nail bar with place to visit. Granted, the area gets a lot of rain a glass of prosecco or relax in the (those lakes don’t fill themselves you know) but snug with its soothing grey and cream hues, soft beanbags, candles and light it’s generally quieter than Devon or Cornwall in the refreshments. high season and protected with UNESCO heritage status. What’s more, massive investment in hotels, LOW WOOD BAY RESORT & SPA restaurants and spas is seeing it have its day in the Ambleside Rd, Windermere LA23 1LP sun – don’t overlook it for a holiday this year. +44 333 220 3105 www.englishlakes.co.uk/low-wood-bay Jo Gardner The property: Th Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa is an LODORE FALLS HOTEL & SPA relaxation loungers. The star of the 18th century working farm-cum-resort Borrowdale Valley, Keswick CA12 5UX show is the 16 metre outdoor hydro- hotel right on Lake Windermere. Part +44 17687 77285 pool offering spectacular views across of a multi-million pound investment www.lakedistricthotels.net/lodorefalls Derwentwater and the Catbells by English Lakes Hotels, it’s the first Mountain Range. of its kind to open on the lake itself, The property: making the most of the watery views Nestled in the heart of the beautiful through floor-to-ceiling glass and Borrowdale Valley, the Lodore Falls NETHERWOOD HOTEL & SPA large balconies. The property has 131 Hotel is named after the nearby Lindale Road, Grange-over-Sands rooms and suites, two restaurants, a Lodore Falls waterfall. Envisage lake LA11 6ET coffee and juice bar, a health club with views that will take your breath away, +44 15395 32552 a pool and gym, and a fantastic spa. award winning dining experiences www.netherwood-hotel.co.uk and calming lounges that inspire you The rooms: to unwind. Complete with a doggie The property: With seven categories to choose friendly space for cultured canines, The Netherwood Hotel & Spa is from, each individually styled, guests every room in the Lodore Falls a sprawling grade II listed grey- are sure to find a bedroom to suit Hotel & Spa is stylish, homely and stone Victorian mansion set in 15 them. Ranging from 18sq metres to comfortably chic. acres of woodland and landscaped 32sq metres, each room has king or gardens, with spectacular views twin beds, sumptuous carpets, Pure The rooms: across Morecambe Bay. With just 28 Lakes bathroom products, Fairtrade Standard and Classic rooms overlook bedrooms, one restaurant, a small tea, fluffy robes and slippers, locally- the fell and woodlands behind the gym and a spa, this hotel is cosy and sourced artwork and flat-screen smart hotel and have everything you need intimate. The hotel has the added TVs. Upgrade for rain showers, large for a comfortable stay. Upgrade benefit of a separate pre-wedding bath tubs, balconies with lake views or to a Lake View room for balconies retreat, The Turrets and, within the separate lounges. overlooking the lake. All 11 luxury spa hotel grounds, The Rock House, a bedrooms in the new spa building are separate house ideal for couples. The food/drink: Scandi-inspired with large living areas, You can enjoy classic English cuisine luxury bathrooms and outdoor spaces. The rooms: or afternoon tea at The Windermere Those on the ground floor have small Most of the 28 bedrooms in the main Restaurant which has oak wood private gardens; those on the upper house have spectacular views across panelling, ornate chandeliers and floors large terraces with river views. the Morecambe Bay estuary to the draped curtains. A typical three You’ll find a complimentary bottle of hills beyond, while the remainder course dinner could include dressed prosecco in the fridge, too. overlook the woodland to the back of Muncaster crab, slow-cooked shank the hotel or the surrounding gardens. of Lakeland lamb and summer The food/drink: All are comfortable and well-equipped pudding. At the Blue Smoke on The Mizu (the Japanese name for water) with mod cons. Built on a limestone Bay restaurant, dishes are cooked on is Lodore Falls’ new Pan-Asian outcrop within the hotel grounds, The a three metre centrally located wood restaurant serving Japanese, Korean, Rock House is secluded and private, fired grill. Watch as your aged steak is Thai and Malaysian-inspired dishes. while The Turrets, a castellated cooked to perfection before watching With the lake on one side and the property set against woodland just the sky change colour over the lake waterfall on the other you’ll be spoilt above the main house, comprises two through full-height glass windows. for choice when it comes to views. The elegant en-suite double bedrooms and design is cool and simple with plenty a kitchen. The spa: of glass complemented by natural The Spa at Low Wood Bay is located textures and materials. The property The food/drink: on the former site of the stables and also has a 2 AA rosette Lake View The hotel restaurant offers stunning old dairy, but is a world away from restaurant with strong emphasis on lake views whether you’re enjoying farming. Both the indoor and outdoor local produce, as well as a Champagne breakfast, lunch or dinner. The chef areas have been designed to take bar and deli. showcases the best local produce with advantage of the lake and mountain specialities such as salt marsh lamb and views, with some imaginative features The spa: Morecambe Bay seafood on the menu. thrown in – coconut-infused steam The Falls Spa sits across the river There’s even a separate ‘Mini Hers room anyone? There’s also a dry salt from the hotel with five treatment and Sirs’ menu for children. Choose a room, herbal lounge, hydro-pool rooms, a Rasul and a thermal suite tipple from the hotel’s own wine cellar and a relaxation space called The containing a laconium, aroma steam which is extensively stocked with fine Greenhouse. Come evening, guests room, herbal sauna, salt room, ice wines and Champagnes from around can stargaze from the bubbly comfort fountain, drench showers and heated the world. of the outdoor hot tub. Friday 12th February, 2021 35 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald TRAVEL

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To Holiday in Hastings Travel In search for the post-lockdown weekend getaway? Look no further than Hastings. The seaside town is often overlooked for the quaint, alternative holiday destination it is.

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Located between hills that reach to the the beach, with an exhibition of Sir today remains as one of the town’s sea, the southeast coastal town boasts Quentin Blake’s work to open later best features. Perfect for strolls and the perfect blend of the traditional this year. catching sunsets over the sea, the attractions and contemporary bustle renovated dock now displays an of modern art and pier activities. The world’s largest underground observatory platform, eateries and BMX skate park, Source BMX, is open-air events. Hastings Old Town features winding situated under the seafront in the streets, alleys and crooks, and is heart of Hastings. An alternative For the keen shoppers and collectors, considered to be one of the most attraction for art lovers, the skate Old Town Hastings boasts boutique beautiful parts of the area. The park was renovated from a derelict upon boutique. The Goods Depot is funicular railway scaling the cliffs at underground Victorian Turkish bath. an antique store praised for its array the back of the town leads to Hastings of vintage items. Leigh Gallery is a Country Park Nature Reserve. Views The Smugglers’ Adventure Caves commercial gallery selling handmade at the top of this East Cliff Railway are provides an activity for adults and items from local artists, while the spectacular, and on clear days you can children alike, presenting a journey little boutique House of Habibi see from Beachy Head to Dungeness back in time to uncover the curious bursts with colour, selling jewellery and as far as Folkestone and the coast history of smugglers. Notorious and leather goods. For home goods, of France. For more greenery, don’t smuggler Hairy Jack will lead you look no further than A G Hendy – a miss the beautiful Alexandra Park. through acres of hidden underground one-of-a-kind homeware store that caverns, covert passages, and reviews praise as being an “interior For a taste of Hastings’ history, the unknown tunnels. designers dream”. town boasts the ruins of Hastings Castle. Built after William the A seaside visit wouldn’t be right Conqueror’s coronation, an exciting without tucking into fish and chips on How to do it 16-minute audio-visual presentation the beach. Maggie’s is a recommended is a popular attraction at the castle, spot to buy fresh fish, with specials 1066 Country is home to some covering the Conquest and the history straight off the boat with the morning of Sussex’s finest coast and of the castle through the centuries. catch. For your Sunday roast, countryside including the The Fisherman’s Museum also offers Farmyard is the place to go, while The famous historic site on which the maritime history of Hastings. Crown offers an equally impressive the Battle of Hastings was menu in Hastings Old Town. fought. Visit 1066 Country’s A large portion of tourists also travel official website for tourism and to Hastings for all it holds in the art Hastings Pier reopened in May 2016 travel information: scene. Hastings Contemporary is after an 11.4 million pound renovation www.visit1066country.com located a stone’s throw away from of its fire-devastated predecessor, and Friday 12th February, 2021 37 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald TRAVEL Take

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Public Notices

LICENCING ACT 2003 APPLICATION FOR LICENCE

Notice is given that James Eadie Ltd has applied to the London Borough of Hounslow for a licence to sell alcohol for off-premise consumption. Sales are for office based staff, friends and family. The premises will not be open to the public other than by invitation. Sales to be made between 9am and 6pm, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm on Saturday. Anyone wishing to make representations to this application must give notice in writing preferably via email by 2nd March 2021.

Representations will still be accepted via post, however there could be a delay in us receiving them within the limited 28 day time period. Email: [email protected]

Community Enforcement & Regulatory Services – Licensing,London Borough of Hounslow, Hounslow House, 7 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3EB

Any representations must be received by (please enter the date 28 days from the day following submission of application to the licensing authority). Regrettably no representations can be received after this date. A person making representation may address members of the licensing panel at a subsequent hearing, although all representations will be considered whether the author attends or not.

The full application can be viewed online at www.hounslow.gov.uk or at the above address during normal opening hours.

Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2010 NOTICE UNDER ARTICLE 11 OF APPLICATION FOR PLANNING PERMISSION

(Notice 2: This notice is for publication in local newspaper if Certificate C or D is completed)

Proposed development at: Name or flat number Rocks Lane Multi Sports Centre

Property number or name Chiswick Common

Street

Locality

Town London

County

Postal town

Postcode W4 1RZ

Take notice that application is being made by: Organisation name TFC Leisure Ltd

Applicant name Title Mr Forename C

Surname Warren

For planning permission to:

Description of proposed development Installation of three 'Padel' tennis courts

Local Planning Authority to whom the application is being submitted: London Borough of Hounslow

Local Planning Authority address: Hounslow House 7 Bath Road Hounslow TW3 3EB

Any owner of the land or tenant who wishes to make representations about this application, should write to the council within 21 days of the date of this notice. Signatory: Signatory Title Mr Forename Michael

Surname Quinnen Signature

Date (dd-mm-yyyy) 29-01-2021

Statement of owners' rights: The grant of planning permission does not affect owners' rights to retain or dispose of their property, unless there is some provision to the contrary in an agreement or lease.

Statement of agricultural tenants' rights: The grant of planning permission for non-agricultural development may affect agricultural tenants' security of tenure. 'Owner' means a person having a freehold interest or a leasehold interest the unexpired term of which is not less than seven years. 'Tenant' means a tenant of an agricultural holding any part of which is comprised in the land.

This notice is for publication in a local newspaper. Print Form Friday 12th February, 2021 39 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald PROPERTY 40 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk PROPERTY follow us on twitter @hounslowherald Friday 12th February, 2021 41 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald PROPERTY

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*Incentive available on selected apartments and covers fi rst time buyer stamp duty up to a maximum value of £23,500, and legal fees up to £2,000. Valid for a limited time only and may be withdrawn from the market without notice. Countryside terms and conditions apply. Imagery depicts typical exterior and show home imagery of Acton Gardens. Help to Buy - terms and conditions apply. Speak to a sales consultant for further details. More information can be found on www.helptobuy.gov.uk. 42 Friday 12th February, 2021 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk PROPERTY follow us on twitter @hounslowherald

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All Saints Road, W3 Oxford Road South, W4 £399,950 £850,000 Please to offer to the market two bedrooms flat located on the top floor in the new Four bedrooms terraced family house in need of modernisation, with private south development of Acton Gardens with a parking space. The flat comprises of two facing garden. Property comprises double reception with doors leading to garden, bedrooms, utility room, family bathroom lounge/kitchen and a large private large kitchen and cloakroom. First floor has two double bedrooms and family balcony. The flat is accessed by stairs and has entry phone system. All Saints Road bathroom, top floor offers two further bedrooms and a storage room that would is located within a short walk from South Acton Train Station offering easy and swift access to the city. Also, a short walk to Acton Town Tube Station (District & make an additional study room if needed. Oxford Road South is in the school Piccadilly lines). Chain Free catchment area for Strand On The Green Infant & Primary School and is within easy reach of both Gunnersbury and Kew Bridge stations as well as the A4/M4. Shops, bars and other amenities can be found nearby on Thames Road. EPC - D. Chain free sale, sole agent.

Barrowgate Road, W4 Woodstock Road, W4 £1,450,000 £1,900,000 Delighted to offer this terraced town house with off street parking, garage and Pleased to a substantial 4/5 bedrooms, Edwardian family home in the sought after south facing garden. This stunning property comprises master bedroom with en- area of Bedford Park. Accommodation comprises 2 reception rooms, kitchen dining suite and three further bedrooms , south facing roof terrace, family bathroom, room, 4 double bedrooms, bedroom/study area, 2 bathrooms, 2 cloakrooms, ample large eat-in kitchen, huge reception room, study/5th bedroom , downstairs w/c and built in wardrobes, bags of storage a good sized paved low maintenance rear shower room , utility room , garage and to top it all off , newly paved off street garden. Property could benefit with remodelling and potential to extend further parking for two cars . Sold with no onward chain and sole agent. EPC rating: C (STP). Located in Bedford Park area within a short walk to Turnham Green tube

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tTurnham Green Tube Station (District & Piccadilly Line) and to Chiswick High Road station (District & Piccadilly line) and the shops and amenities of Turnham Green via Southfields Playing fields and the E3 bus service. Terrace and Chiswick High Road. No onward chain.

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Kew Bridge Road, W4 Chiswick High Road, W4 Ivy Cresent W4 £500 per week £315 per week £315 per week Delighted to offer this fantastic two double bedrooms brand Pleased to offer this one double bedroom top floor flat Thrilled to offer this beautiful upstairs double room with brand new 2nd floor apartment with terrace overlooking the River ideally located on the popular Chiswick High Road within a new double glazed windows in a shared house set in a quiet Thames. The apartment comprises 2 spacious double stones throw of Chiswick Business Park & Gunnersbury tube road and includes all bills. Please note that there is no bedrooms, one en-suite, family bathroom, Kitchen/ living station. The flat comprises of a contemporary reception communal living area in this house. Shared use of bathroom area. Built to a high standard with luxury fittings and fixtures room into open plan kitchen, a large double bedroom with and kitchen. The room is within a 5 minutes walk away from the apartment also comes with secure off street parking for built in wardrobes and separate bathroom. It has great Chiswick Park Tube Station (district line) with its multiple one car. Kew Bridge Rd is next to Kew Bridge Station with transport links on Chiswick High Road with it's multiple transport links in and out of the city and within easy walking trains running straight through to waterloo in under 35 buses. This would suit a professional couple being close to distance of Chiswick High Road's shops, bars and restaurants. minutes. Gunnersbury District Line Station is within 10 mins Chiswick Business Park. Available 4th April 2020. Current Available 4th March 2020. Current EPC Rating D. Fees Apply. walk. Available on 5th January 2020. Fees apply. EPC rating D Fees apply.

Burlington Green, W4 Woodstock Road, W4 Southfields Road, W4 £445 per week £179 per week £693 per week Excited to offer this fabulous, modern 2 bedrooms, 2 bath Pleased to present fully furnished double bedroom with build Delighted to offer his four bedrooms house with a fifth (1 en-suite) flat with a large balcony ideal for summer in wardrobe available for single occupant in a quiet property smaller study room. On the ground floor there is a rear entertainment in this lovely new development of Burlington in the heart of Chiswick, You will be sharing the flat with the reception room / kitchen leading onto a small decked Green close to Chiswick Park tube station & Chiswick High owner and one other female tenant. You will have access to all garden, a WC and double bedroom. Up to the first floor we Road. With lift access, the property consists of two double areas of the house including a large lounge with open plan have a modern bathroom, two further double bedrooms bedrooms, one with en suite bathroom, large open plan kitchen. The bathroom is shared with just the one other and a small study room. Lastly on the second floor there is reception into a kitchen, and a second shower room. There tenant. Located just minutes from Turnham Green Tube a large double bedroom with en suite shower room. The is a very large balcony sweeping round the front of the Station and Chiswick high Road. **ALL BILLS INCLUSIVE**. property is available now and comes part furnished. building and a stunning roof terrace with great views Available now. Current EPC rating D. Fees Apply. Available now. Current EPC rating C. Fees Apply. towards the city and Canary Wharf. Available on 22ndth February 2020. Current EPC Rating B. Fees apply.

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Photo from London-Irish.com Football length of the new contract has not yet been confirmed Creevy made it London Irish have clear to the club website his future is ensured that Agustin committed to the Exiles, “My family Creevy remains with love it here in London and ever since we arrived last year, we have felt at the Premiership side as home.” He continued, “I am now he signs a new contract looking forward to focusing on my performances on the pitch to help the with the club. team as much as I can.” The Exiles’ director of rugby, Louis Yamani Declan Kidney, was full of praise for [email protected] the Argentine hooker, “Agustin is a consummate professional and a great he 35-year-old arrived in influence for everyone at London Irish.” August from Super Rugby Kidney added, “He has made a big impact side Jaguares, and since both on and off the pitch since he joined then has scored five tries up with us and we look forward to seeing Tin twelve appearances. Although the this grow over the coming years.” Sam Field Joins QPR On-Loan

Jensen battles in the midfield for Brentford. Photo from Brentfordfc.com

Football their last league game in the reverse Toney at the back post. The striker For the second time fixture against Brentford. showcased his class as a deft touch The hosts broke the deadlock at with his chest put the chance on a this season Brentford the Madejski Stadium inside the first plate for Dalsilva to volley home from have been victorious half-hour. A clumsy trip from behind close range making it 2-1. against Reading, with by Dalsgaard saw Brentford concede After being the provider for both The new signing in action for his parent club. Photo from qpr.co.uk a penalty, which Lucas Joao calmly Dalsilva’s goals, Toney found the back both fixtures ending converted into the bottom corner. of the net two minutes later. Canos’ Football Tom Carroll’s injury, which will see 3-1, however this time Against the run of play, twelve low strike from outside the box was West Brom’s Sam him sidelined for the remainder of minutes later a moment of magic parried by the diving Cabral Barbosa, the campaign. The move was also the West London-based from Dasilva stunned the opposition and the league’s top scorer reacted first Field will spend in Field’s best interest as he has club find themselves at and levelled the scoreline. The to slot the ball past the helpless keeper. a loan spell with struggled to find game time at the the top of the table. midfield maestro, on his return, drove Thomas Frank was pleased with Queens Park Rangers Premier League club. Over three down the right wing and strode into his side’s improvement after the seasons, the midfielder has made 39 the Reading box, he skillfully beat break, “Second half, I felt we were until the end of the appearances for the Baggies, 18 having Louis Yamani his man as he cut in on his stronger more on top and upped the tempo in been in the country’s top division. [email protected] season. left foot. Dasilva then unleashed an everything we did. If there was going Last year Field gained valuable extraordinary, curling effort which to be a winner, I felt it was going to Louis Yamani Championship experience as lthough the Bees started flew into the top corner, stylishly be us. So it's a very good win against a [email protected] he spent time on-loan at fellow slowly, they did extremely equalising for the Bees. very good side.” Frank also recognised Londoners Charlton Athletic. The well to battle back from Gradually, Brentford’s confidence Dasilva’s impact on his return, “In here is also the possibility WBA youngster played 18 times behind to defeat the in- grew in the second half until they games like this, you need your top for the 22-year-old to sign for the side that eventually got formA side. Funnily enough, the Royals dismantled Reading and carved out players like Josh (Dasilva) to step up permanently for the R’s in relegated, instead Field will hope were undefeated in seven consecutive a winner. With just four minutes and deliver. A bit of brilliance was the summer. The Hoops’ that he improves, whilst improving Championship matches having lost remaining, a looping cross found what we were looking for.” Tmidfield needed bolstering following the rejuvenated QPR side. Friday 12th February, 2021 49 For up to date news visit hounslowherald.co.uk follow us on twitter @hounslowherald SPORT Hoops Beat Blackburn To Hinder Their Playoff Push Brentford Hoping To Remain In First After Barnsley Fixture

Goalkeeper Dieng has established himself as one of QPR’s most important players. Photo from qpr.co.uk Brentford’s squad depth has been crucial to their success. Photo: Brentfordfc.com Football from just outside the box towards the late-on, Dieng ensured all three Football the table. Despite starting the Queens Park Rangers’ top corner, and although it seemed points remained in W12. Once again On Sunday, the Bees season extremely well, Barnsley are like a certain goal, Dieng denied the goal-poacher Armstrong unleashed a now in thirteenth place. The nine 1-0 victory against striker with a superb diving save. curling effort which was headed for will play their first game point gap between them and the Blackburn not only It was Barbet’s first goal since the top corner. A brilliant, acrobatic since becoming league playoffs does not completely rule September that separated the two save by Dieng denied the forward out the possibility of a late push for means they have now sides in the Championship clash. as he just about managed to tip the leaders on Wednesday promotion. won back to back Nine minutes into the second half shot over the crossbar. evening. The first-placed In Brentford’s last outing they games, but the R’s have the visitors conceded a free-kick The disappointing defeat for side will be coming up confidently defeated Championship and a cross was played into the Blackburn means the exciting, heavyweights Reading 3-1. They have also ended their four crowded box from a wide free-kick, offensive side remain in eighth, against Barnsley, whose also sustained their fine form for game goal drought what followed was shambolic. The just six points from the playoff current form completely months as they are now unbeaten in ball somehow fell to the feet of positions. QPR on the other hand, 21 Championship matches. Thomas at the Kiyan Prince Barbet just outside the six-yard-box, have risen two places as they are contrasts to the high- Frank emphasised that his side will Foundation Stadium. and despite there being countless now sat at 16th in the table. R’s boss flying Bees. take each game as they come now defenders surrounding him, the Mark Warburton was proud of his that they are looking over their Louis Yamani Frenchman was able to lay the ball side's perseverance, “It was a messy, Louis Yamani shoulders, “Of course we're pleased [email protected] in-front of Cameron who had his scrappy, horrible Championship [email protected] to be top, but it doesn't matter. strike blocked. Somehow it found its game but a big one to win. To a It's the next game that matters the n the first half Dieng contin- way back to Barbet, and the defender man they worked hard, with a good he Yorkshire-based club are most and we know that when we ued to prove that he is one of simply slotted into the bottom work-rate and a real desire to win winless in their previous keep being unbeaten, it's going to the best keepers in the division. corner from point-blank range. the game. The boys deserve a lot of five league fixtures, which be harder to win the next one.” IArmstrong fired a free-kick As Blackburn chased an equaliser praise for that.” Thas seen them drop down

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