IN OCTOBER we usually celebrate Black History. This month we are looking at how Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Councillors are making new history.
“From the 52nd floor of Canary Wharf, one of the highest points in London. Showing Solidarity with the victims of Grenfell.” Cllr Shah Shuhel Ameen, Whitechapel Ward, Tower Hamlets, Twitter, 15th June 2020 – illuminated in green, going to great lengths (heights?) to remember the victims of Grenfell. Perhaps he is now considering how to hasten fire safety measures for residents of high rise blocks in Tower Hamlets.
●Read more about it: Thought for today The Thames Today