Why It Matters
Why it (still) matters: joining the Camden Civic Society
Do you feel a need to make the best of the place you live in? Then consider joining the Camden Civic Society, argues member Susan Sheahan. Even better, it’s free all year
Why It Matters: a more equal Camden
Green Party councillor Maya De Souza argues that to tackle inequality we need to do something more radical
Why It Matters: exploring the phenomenal power of music at Nordoff Robbins
Music therapist Phil Evans on a hidden corner of NW5 that is also a global hub for people from all walks of life
Why It Matters: Closing the school places cheat loopholes
Until any change is made to tighten the admissions criteria and a fair procedure is put in place to deter and detect fraudulent applications, it seems Ed Magee’s words will continue to ring true
Why It Matters: Highgate Newtown Community Centre
Kentish Town’s front is all new cafes, bars and commercial success. Yet we all know how hard the impact of cuts and the cessation of …
Why It Matters: Busting the delayed motherhood myth
[quote] There are no real choices for women when it comes to starting a family. It all boils down to circumstances, and luck.” [/quote] Health …
Why It Matters: Kids Club Kampala
[quote] They just needed someone to say ‘I believe you are special, gifted and worth a huge amount in this world’” [/quote] Did you take …
Why It Matters: Saving St Pancras Old Church
It’s witnessed everyone from Dickens to the Beatles wandering in its churchyard. Volunteer Matt Shaw on why this ancient site needs your help.
Why It Matters: a foodbank on our doorstep
[quote] So a tragedy of 21st century Britain has a small silver lining: foodbanks are community driven” [/quote] 2012 wasn’t just about the Olympics. It …
Why It Matters: a new footbridge to K-Town station
Did you know there’s soon to be an extra entrance and pedestrian footbridge over to Kentish Town station for access at night? Councillor Phil Jones …
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