Archive for the 'Causes' Category

Yes We Care

September 2nd, 2010

‘Oh they don’t care’ – a common claim made about young people. Apparently we’re all apathetic and disengaged from politics. Not true. A lot of us do care. The disconnect is not of young people from issues or from politics – if we take politics in the true sense of the word. The lack of [...]

Supporting Ed’s Living Wage

August 25th, 2010

I’m really happy to have been able to add my name and join Ed Miliband in his campaign for a Living Wage – an add-on to the minimum wage which will take into account the difference in living costs in cities. I’m supporting this issue for two reasons. Firstly, any measure that can improve the [...]

Camden Tube Station

July 10th, 2009

Camden New Journal wrote about the terrible state of Camden tube station last week so local activist Rob and I decided to take up the issue with Sadiq Khan immediately. Here’s the letter we wrote to the CNJ: Dear Sir, In last week’s leader comment, you asked who will take up the issue of the [...]

Fairtrade Party

February 20th, 2009

Camden Fairtrade Network is holding a Fairtrade Party, to celebrate the start of Fairtrade Fortnight, on Monday February 23 from 7 till 9 p.m. in Camden Town Hall Council Chamber, Camden Town Hall, Judd Street, WC1 9JE. The event is free but you need to book a place by emailing Penny – penny.abraham@camden.gov.uk. I’m planning [...]

Book Sale

February 16th, 2009

South Camden Morning Star Supporters’ Group Book Sale is in two weeks time so please come!