The Newham Mag 30 JUN 2007 ISSUE 124 There’s a buzz about Summer Picture of a bumblebee Portrait of Sir Robin Wales Mayor’s Question Time Mayor of Newham Logo London borough of Newham LogoHave you ever wanted the chance to meet the Mayor of Newham Sir Robin Wales and question him about the issues that affect your area? Here’s your chance. Sir Robin is coming to each Community Forum area, giving you the opportunity to put your questions and air your concerns with him directly. Come along to: Green Street Question Time Katharine Road Community Centre 254 Katharine Road Forest Gate E7 8PN Saturday 21 July, 10.30-11.30am East Ham Question Time Newham Town Hall East Ham E6 2RP Tuesday 24 July, 6.30-7.30pm Stratford Question Time Old Town Hall 29 The Broadway Stratford E15 4BQ Saturday 28 July, 11am-12noon Refreshments will be available. If your area is not covered, don’t worry. More Mayor’s Question Times are planned for later in the year. Contents Summer’s here, the warm weather’s finally with us and the Mayor’s Newham Show is only a fortnight away. In this issue of the magazine you can find your eight-page pullout telling you about all the fun things that’ll be going on over the weekend of 14 and 15 July, not least the launch of our Live Life campaign. Also being delivered with this magazine is a free supplement Be Inspired – Newham’s Guide to the 2012 Games. I hope you enjoy the issue. EDITOR: Jen Bishop 020 8430 4533 ASSISTANT EDITOR: Ruth Elliott REPORTERS: Jo Mackie DESIGN: Adam Renvoize STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER: Andrew Baker Additional photography: Steve Phillips ADVERTISING: Madison Bell Media Ltd 020 7517 9940 PRINT/REPROGRAPHICS: Woodford Litho Ltd The Newham Mag logoBy 2010, Newham will be a major business location and a place where people will choose to live and work 10 20 Features 08 SPRINGWATCH – Around 10,000 residents attended the garden party in West Ham Memorial Recreation Ground 09 THE BIG BUMBLEBEE HUNT – Newham schoolchildren join in 10 WORKING LIVES – A day in the life of a supermarket duty manager 14 PARKS – The latest in our parks series showcases some green spaces with a bit of a difference 15 THE FUN OF THE FARM – The annual sheep and wool day at City Farm 16 RESULTS ARE IN – What you think of your Newham Mag 18 FORUMS FUN DAYS – Picture special 24 YOUNG PARENTS’ SUPPORT SERVICE – Find out more News 04 NEWS – The latest top stories from Newham 30 COMMUNITY NEWS – Find out what’s happening in your part of the borough Regulars 06 MY VIEW – Sir Robin on taking pride in our streets 12 HEALTH – More people than ever are quitting smoking in Newham 13 2012 GAMES UPDATE – All about your free Olympics supplement, free with this issue 20 MET POLICE – How volunteers are keeping Newham safe 26 UEL – The latest news and events from the University of East London 32 KIDS CORNER – Pictures and puzzles for our younger readers Recycle logoDon’t forget to recycle your Newham Mag once you’ve read it 30 June 2007 // issue 124 Front CoverPicture of Jen Bishop Look out for the next issue from 14 July Picture of bumblebee09 For all Newham Council services call 020 8430 2000 or visit www.newham.gov.uk If you do not receive The Newham Mag at home, or know someone who doesn’t, please call 020 8430 4533, write to The Newham Mag, Newham Town Hall, East Ham, E6 2RP or email newham.mag@newham.gov.uk On the cover: Newham does its bit for bumblebees. City of London cemetery picture In brief... Become the first Young Mayor of Newham A new generation in politics… What do you want to say? Newham has one of the youngest populations in Great Britain. For the first time ever, you - the young people of Newham - will be electing a Young Mayor to lead the big decisions that affect your lives. If you are aged 14-to-18 and live or go to school in Newham, then look out for more information on how to stand and vote for the Young Mayor in the next issue. Your voice counts, so it’s up to you. Do you want to take a stand for the young people of Newham? Benazir Bhutto at Newham Bookshop The former Pakistani Prime Minister will be signing her new book at Newham Bookshop, 745/747 Barking Road, E13 9ER, on Tuesday 3 July from 1pm to 2pm. She will not be there until 7pm as reported in the last issue. Call 020 8552 9993 to reserve your copy. 04 05 Former Prime Minister Tony Blair visited the borough last week as part of his farewell tour of the country. He met Mayor Sir Robin Wales and residents at the Old Town Hall, Stratford, where he was presented with a framed photograph of Stratford. Sir Robin said: “We were honoured to have Tony Blair host his leaving event in Newham recently. “The longest serving prime minister in the UK came back to the borough which was home to the first ever Labour MP and Labour council. “Since 1997, when he became prime minister, Newham has been transformed. Our unemployment rate has dropped and we are proudly one of the most ethnically diverse areas in the UK.” Tony Blair visits Newham Changes to Beckton Bus Station Transport for London (TfL) in partnership with ASDA, are to build a new, larger bus station in Beckton within the grounds of ASDA supermarket. The current bus station in Tollgate Road has now closed while the replacement station is being built. The new station will be completed early in 2008. While the new station is under construction, passengers and shoppers are advised to use bus stops G and H in Woolwich Manor Way. There will be no temporary bus stops during the reconstruction works. The following routes will be affected while the works take place: 101, 173, 262, 376, 474, 673, 678, 300 and N50. Bus services in the area will be running as normal but will be arriving and departing from bus stops G and H. For further information please contact Travel Information on 020 7222 1234 or London Buses Customer Services on 0845 300 7000. Picture of Tony BlairTony Blair with Sir Robin and Jim Fitzpatrick, MP for Poplar and Canning Town Benazir Bhutto book cover 04 05 News Newham success at capital’s teaching awards Newham has achieved four successes in the 2007 Teaching Awards for London. One school and one governer now go forward to a televised national final in October. Category winners, who received a Plato – the awards’ symbol of excellence in education – were: • The DfES Award for Sustainable schools – Godwin Junior School, Cranmer Road, Forest Gate. • The DfES Award for Governor of the Year – John Lock, Godwin Junior School, Cranmer Road, Forest Gate. Newham runners-up were: • The BT award for Teacher of the Year in a Primary School – Karl Bardouille, Godwin Junior School, Cranmer Road, Forest Gate. • The DfES Award for Governor of the Year – David Benn, Langdon School, Sussex Road, East Ham. Councillor Quintin Peppiatt, Newham’s Cabinet member for children and young people, said: “It is marvellous that some of the excellence associated with Newham’s schools has been recognised. I congratulate our successful recipients.” Newham schools build Cuban links Father’s day winner over the moon Hammers fan John Blewitt was touched when his daughter told him he’d won our dad of the year competition in conjunction with West Ham United Football Club. He was nominated by his daughter Rachel, 13, who wrote: “My dad is going blind. He has worked very hard by himself on our new house. Even though he’s blind he will do anything to make us happy.” John was treated to a prize of lunch for four at Upton Park with a tour of the Boleyn Ground. He took wife Lisa, Rachel and ten-year-old son John. “I had a thoroughly enjoyable day,” he said. “I’m a loyal Hammers fan. “I was choked when Rachel told me. I guess it was her way of saying she loved me and thinking me for decorating her bedroom.” A friendship between schools in Newham and Cuba has been cemented with the signing of a global citizenship agreement. The team leader of the Ministry of Education, Havana, Angel Abascal and Newham Mayor Sir Robin Wales, signed the historic agreement at Godwin School, Forest Gate. The memorandum outlines the collaboration between the schools which will include a regular exchange of work, contact by email, mutual visits to support the learning of English and Spanish and the promotion of diversity, citizenship and partnership. The friendship between the two countries, which began 18 months ago when students at Godwin School began exchanging school work with pupils from Cuba. Three schools in Forest Gate, Woodgrange Infants, Godwin Junior and Forest Gate Community, will participate with Dalquis Sanchez Primario, Simon Bolivar Primaria and Oscar Ortiz Secondario in the province of Holguin, Cuba. Picture of Cuban childrenSir Robin with Godwin pupils and their new Cuban friends Fathers day winner pictureThe Blewitt family with Deputy Mayor Councillor Christine Bowden 06 07 Keeping Newham clean and tidy is something I take extremely seriously. When I receive calls and letters from residents telling me that the state of the borough is not good enough, it’s important that the necessary steps are taken to improve the situation. Recently there has been a change in the pay arrangements for council workers. Equal pay now means that we have worked hard to ensure all our workers enjoy the same terms and conditions including those in the Refuse Service. As a result of that, more than 90 per cent of staff have, or are going to, receive a pay increase. Approximately 7.5 per cent of council staff however, have not benefited and at the same time, the number of Refuse Service staff on sick leave has increased considerably. The council is taking measures to address that. Because of the lack of staff, some residents have not been getting their rubbish collected regularly. We all deserve to live in a place that we can be proud of and there are a lot of refuse staff who work hard to keep our streets clean and take pride in what they do. However the absence levels have meant that the borough hasn’t been kept to a standard that is acceptable to residents. Improvements are being made to the service to ensure that Newham is a place where we all want to live and people can help by not dropping litter or dumping bags in the pavements and roads. In the meantime I’ve now made sure that we have extra staff to clear the streets and the backlog of the past few weeks. The extra staff will stay working for us until the rubbish collections have reached expected frequency. We are making sure that the service is fit for the future and that everyone will benefit from the changes. I’m proud to live in Newham and I will do as much as I can to make sure you feel the same. Keeping Newham tidy My view With Mayor Sir Robin Wales Being one of the few elected Mayors, I am directly accountable to you. It’s important that I’m open and accessible for any Newham resident. Following the summer recess, I’ve increased the times and places where you can meet me to discuss your concerns, issues and suggestions for the borough. To find out more visit my website at www. newham.gov.uk/mayor or call 020 8430 2107 to find out where I’ll be. “ I’m proud to live in Newham and I will do as much as I can to make sure you feel the same.” Advert Live Life See it Try it Live it Love it Look out for your LIVE LIFE guide! Coming through your door from 25th June. Life is an amazing collection of things just waiting to happen. Good things that will inspire and excite you. Best of all, these good things in life are happening right here on your doorstep in Newham. Newham is one of the very best places for sports, leisure, health and employment. The variety on offer is extraordinary. The choices are waiting for you to reach out and take them. Checkout what Live Life is all about in the new and exciting LIVEive LIFEife guide, it’s packed full of inspiration for you to make more of the way you live. www.newham.gov.uk Includes full listing for Summer Schools 08 09 Thousands flock to garden party Tropical butterflies, bats and bees attracted more than 10,000 visitors to the BBC London Springwatch Garden Party, hosted by Newham Council. Visitors from across London made their way to Memorial Recreation Ground, West Ham. Mayor Sir Robin Wales, said: “Memorial Rec was bustling with people from all over London, keen to visit Newham to find how they can make a difference to the environment by committing to ‘do one thing’. “The event may be over but now is when the real action starts. We have a busy year ahead where we are planning to create and enhance breathing places for people and wildlife.” The event launched BBC Breathing Places, a year of action which aims to encourage people to ‘do one thing’ for the environment. The council has pledged to hold activities to encourage residents to get involved in the year of action which include: > Putting up 500 nest boxes > Planting 15,000 bulbs in Newham parks > Community volunteering days at Beckton Pond to improve the water quality and increase habitat areas > Planting 2012 trees > Creating a butterfly garden and redesigning the orchard area at Forest Lane Park Sir Robin added: “I hope the Springwatch Garden Party inspired people to find out how they can get involved in what we have planned for the borough.” Sir Robin in the gardenPicture of SnakePicture of crowdsPicture of boy and butterfly Picture of a bumblebee huntA London-wide campaign to save the common garden bumblebee was launched in Newham at Thames Barrier Park. The Big Bumblebee Hunt is being run by Buglife (the Inverterbrate Conservation Trust) to raise awareness of the plight of the insect in this region. People are being invited to take part in the survey by looking out for and counting bumblebees in gardens and local green spaces. This will enable them to build a clearer picture of the bumblebees in our towns and cities. Bumblebees are important pollinators of many of our food crops, such as raspberries, cherries, apples, broadbeans and pears. A world without bumblebees is a world with far fewer flowers and fruits! Unfortunately, more that half of Britain’s 22 remaining bumblebee species are declining and three species have already gone. The Big Bumblebee Hunt will empower Londoners to act now by recording bumblebees in their neighbourhood, so we can direct better conservation efforts to save them. The launch of the Big Bumblebee Hunt took place at Thames Barrier Park with Baroness Sue Miller as guest speaker. Children from Britannia Village School then had a guided walk where they spotted some bumblebees and found out how to identify them. Buzzing facts > The UK Biodiversity Partnership recently listed seven species of bumblebee as in priority need of conservation action. > London and the Thames Gateway hold important strongholds for some endangered bumblebees, including the brown-banded carder bumblebee - a lovely gingery-brown bumblebee that is particularly fond of flower-rich old brownfield sites (derelict land) next to the Thames. > The survey is simple and fun to do. Buglife has created a simple colour identification chart to help people identify and record their bumblebee by easily recognisable groups. Anyone can take part; young or old, beginner or expert! To find out more, visit www.buglife.org.uk The big bumblebee hunt Picture of Ashad Chutory10 11 Getting ahead in retail When Ashad Chutory began working at a supermarket over Christmas, he never thought it would lead to a successful career in retail. “I joined the store when I was 19 as a general assistant,” says Ashad. “I was on a temporary contract but once I saw what it was like I really wanted to stay.” Ashad has been with the store for 12 years and by taking advantage of the many opportunities available to him, has worked his way up the career ladder to his present position as ambient stock control manager. “I wanted to be something, so I took every opportunity I was given,” he says. “I took the management programme for two years, which the organisation paid for. I became grocery manager and then ambient stock control manager. “It is my job to make sure anything on promotion is on the shop floor and available to the customer. I am responsible for the dry grocery, frozen and wines and spirits ranges, and also the merchandising that goes with them. “For example, I know the store will be busiest on Saturdays, so I make sure there will be enough stock for then.” Working for a large retail organisation meant that Ashad had several career paths he could choose to take. Starting a job in retail can lead to careers in customer service, logistics, finance, management or human resources. Ashad also points out the flexibility of working at a 24-hour store, which is very helpful when balancing his work and family life. “I only work days, but I have the opportunity of working earlies, middles or lates,” says Ashad. “Earlies start at 7am, which isn’t too bad, and I get to spend time with my family. Being a 24-hour operation, we can be very flexible with our shifts.” In more than a decade of retail work Ashad has learned many of the secrets that keep customers coming back. The layout of the store, grouping of items and shelf displays, are all carefully constructed to make sure the customers get everything they want from the shop, and are aware of the offers available in the store on that day. “We start thinking about what people want to buy and address that,” says Ashad. “We do summer launches for > WORKING LIVES new brands and merchandise the presentation. “At the moment we are having a summer promotion. That means all your drinks, ice, outdoor toys, barbecues and charcoal are clearly on display. “We make sure that the premium brands are at eye-level, and the low-cost ranges are on the lower shelves. “We also focus our ranges on customer tastes. At this store we have more Asian lines, including ethnic foods and Bollywood DVDs.” At only 32, Ashad is still moving quickly in his career and feels that there are plenty more opportunities open to him. He hopes to become store manager in future, a role that will allow him to stay where he enjoys most – on the shop floor making customers happy. “Jobs are always advertised internally as well as externally, so you can go all the way to the top if you want,” says Ashad. “Store managers and directors can come from general assistants. “I’d like to be store manager one day. I feel more comfortable on the shop floor than in the offices. I think the best thing about retail is that I get to meet people every day. If a customer leaves with a smile because you’ve helped them get something then that cheers you up. It’s a fantastic feeling.” For more information on how to get into retail call Workplace on 020 8430 4331, or visit www.newhamworkplace.co.uk “ I’d like to be store manager one day. I feel more comfortable on the shop floor than in the offices. I think the best thing about retail is that I get to meet people every day. If a customer leaves with a smile because you’ve helped them get something then that cheers you up. It’s a fantastic feeling” NHS stop smoking services in Newham are helping more people than ever to give up smoking. Figures published recently show that Newham Primary Care Trust (PCT) has exceeded the challenging national stop smoking targets again this year. The national target for 2006/07 was to help 1,870 people to quit smoking for at least four weeks. In Newham, 1,941 people have achieved this over the past 12 months, exceeding the target by 71 quitters. Each year more and more people in Newham decide to quit with the help of the free NHS stop smoking service. England will go smoke free tomorrow (Sunday 1 July). The new law is being introduced to protect employees and the public from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke Dr Shahed Ahmad, Director of Public Health in Newham, said: “The smoking ban will also reduce the risk of people getting smoking-related diseases through passive smoking. “Evidence from other countries shows that the smoking ban will also act as encouragement to quit for a majority of smokers.” More people than ever quit as ban looms NHS logo “ Evidence from other countries shows that the smoking ban will also act as encouragement to quit for a majority of smokers.” Give up and improve your health Stopping smoking has significant benefits to health. Smokers who quit at an early stage can reduce their chances of getting lung cancer, heart disease, stroke and other smoking-related illnesses. Other benefits of stopping smoking include: > Improved life expectancy > Improved breathing and general fitness > Improved sense of smell and taste > Clearer complexion and whiter teeth > Saving money The NHS offers a free stop smoking service for all those who want to quit. People can get individual support and group support as well as access to nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). To contact the stop smoking service in Newham, call free on 0800 013 1673 Picture of a cigarette BE INSPIRED Get the lowdown on the 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games with the latest Newham Mag supplement – Be Inspired: Newham’s guide to the 2012 Games. You can find out what’s going to happen in the run up to 2012 and how the benefits of being a host borough will continue into the future. There are all sorts of exciting developments to learn about and lots of ways you can get involved too. There’s information about how to get funding for ideas that improve your community, sign up for activities or simply become a local tourist and discover Newham’s hidden gems before the 2012 Games’ visitors arrive. Volunteering is also an excellent way to be part of the 2012 Games. There’s a first person account from an Athens 2004 volunteer and all the details you need to start getting involved now. If you want to find out more about the Olympic Park, there’s a map of the area with details about all the venues and how they will be used after the London Games. You could be swimming with your family in one of the Aquatics Centre’s pools or watching international competitions at the Velodrome long after 2012. If your dream is to be part of the London Games, there’s information to get you started on the road to 2012. Budding athletes can find out about the Newham Sports Academy with Tessa Sanderson, where young hopefuls are receiving elite coaching in their quest for gold. If it’s a job you’re looking for, you can find out about Workplace, Newham’s newest employment initiative. And finally, if you don’t want to miss out when the 2012 Games festivities really get started, read all about the Cultural Olympiad and how the UK will be celebrating the world’s greatest sporting event. From the Torch Relay to the Closing Ceremony, there’ll be performances, exhibitions and projects for the whole community to enjoy. 2012 GAMES UPDATE – NEWHAM HOST BOROUGH Graphic of Healthy peopleYour copy should have arrived with this issue of The Newham Mag, if you haven’t received it you can request one by calling: 020 8430 2012 or emailing: office@newham.gov.uk PARKS WITH A DIFFERENCE As well as Stratford, Central and Forest Lane Parks, there are another two Green Flag parks in the borough not owned by the council. In the latest in our series, we look at West Ham Park and the City of London Cemetery and Crematorium, both owned and maintained by the City of London. West Ham Park West Ham Park, the largest park in Newham, has been owned and maintained by the Corporation of London since 1874. In addition to its football pitches, tennis courts, cricket fields and widely acclaimed children’s playground, the wide range of plants, trees and shrubs in its seven-acre garden, delight gardening enthusiasts all year round. Its nursery provides plants for the City Gardens, supplying more than 200 species. Spectacular cut flower displays are also provided for ceremonial occasions within the square mile, A comprehensive activity programme for children and music lovers is available throughout the summer. The park is patrolled by full-time park keepers and supported by CCTV, ensuring that visitors feel welcome and safe. To find out more about this park, call 020 8472 3584 or email Parks.gardens@cityoflondon.gov.uk City of London Cemetery and Crematorium Opened in 1856, the City of London Cemetery is the largest green space in Newham and has been of significance to many generations of Londoners. It is the final resting place of more than 750,000 people. The historic landscape provides the largest cemetery in the UK serving the full spectrum of society. It receives more than 450,000 visits every year. Its eight buildings are listed Grade II, and the grounds are Grade II* registered as a Park and Garden of Historic Special Interest in recognition of their unique quality and size. To find out more, call 020 85302151 or email cityoflondoncemetery@cityoflondon.gov.uk Picture of City of London cemetery Picture of West Ham Park The City of London Cemetery is the largest green space in Newham West Ham Park has a seven-acre garden To find out about any of the other, council-owned parks in Newham, email yourparks@newham.gov.uk, call 020 8430 2000 or visit www.newham.gov.uk/parks 14 15 A slice of country life… ...in Beckton More than 1,000 people experienced some traditional farmyard fun at Newham City Farm. Around 700 adults and 800 children went along to the Annual Sheep and Wool Day to watch the sheep have their warm woolly coats sheared off for the summer. Julie Lummis, visitor centre officer at the farm in Stansfeld Road, Beckton, said: “We like to give plenty of people the chance to see sheep shearing in action, as well as take part in woolly activities such as spinning and felt-making. “We had plenty of other things to see and do too, such as face painting, storytelling, bouncy castles and a Friends of the Farm stall selling plants and bric-a-brac. “It was a good opportunity to open the Visitor Centre for children’s activities.” Staff from the council’s parks team went along to consult with the public about plans for King George Park and the mobile library team offered reading packs and arts and crafts activities. A picture of sheepA picture of sheepA picture of sheepA picture of sheep NEWHAM MAG SURVEY RESULTS We asked you what you thought of the Newham Mag and the results are in! Here we give you some of the highlights. We’re making changes to the magazine to ensure it’s an even better read for the residents of Newham. Look out for the next issue, from 14 July, with its new look, feel and content. We asked you to rate out of five, where five meant you liked something the most... What do you think of the Newham Mag? Average score Do you think the Newham Mag reflects the community you live in? Average score How much did you like the following supplements? 2007 Calendar: Average score Your Health in Newham: Average score We also asked.... How often do you read the Newham Mag? Every issue 74 per cent Most Issues 25 per cent Never 1 per cent How much of the magazine do you read? All of it 43 per cent I read the parts that interest me and look through the rest 54 per cent I look through some of it 2 per cent I only look at it very rarely 1 per cent Do you receive the Newham Mag at home every fortnight? Yes 81 per cent No 15 per cent Don’t know 4 per cent Don’t like it 1 per cent We don’t think 81 per cent is good enough so we’re looking at ways of improving the distribution. 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Executive member for the 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games Councillor Paul Brickell said: “The response from residents far exceeded our expectations – it was thrilling to see so many people get into the Olympic fever at these fun events. This is a borough getting ready for the 2012 Games.” Many people took time out from the action to refuel with fresh fruit and water and have a health MOT from Newham Fit Club. The kids also loved the free activities like face painting, a T-shirt workshop and bouncy castle. Denise Baker attended the Plaistow funday with her 12-year-old son Robert Philpot. She said: “My son loved it – he was running here, there and everywhere and wanted to stay longer. I think it was a good idea having free healthy fruit and water on offer.” Newham’s community forums had a display at the events where people could find out more about getting involved in their area. 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Bus Routes: 147, 241, 325 (alight at Custom House/Freemasons Road)Docklands Light Railway: Custom House (2 minute walk) For more information about the meeting, or to request sign language interpreters or large print papers, call: The Communications Team at Newham PCT on 020 8586 6329 Advert Get the word out Have you written a poem that you’re proud of? Enter Newham’s own poetry competition and win a top prize of up to £200 and see your work published in the Newham Mag. The theme is DREAM Age groups: 5-10yrs, 11-16yrs and 17+ Poems must be: • entirely your own work • a maximum of 25 lines • typed in 12 point Times New Roman font on one side of the paper • in English, or bilingual if you wish (i.e. more than half in English) Competition entry is FREE You must study, work or live in Newham Include your name, address including post code and date of birth Send your entries by 20 September 2007 to: Poetry Competition East Ham Library High Street South East Ham E6 6EL Within each age group there will be first and second cash prizes. A public reading and prize giving ceremony will be held at Stratford Library (Hopkins Room) on Monday 8 October 2007 from 6-7.30pm. The judges’ decision is independent and final. Pick up a competition flyer from your local library or service centre. Note: copyright remains with the writer but Newham Council reserves the right to publish any entry in any of the council’s media. JUST A FEW HOURS A WEEK HELP POLICE KEEP NEWHAM SAFE The Met Volunteer Programme (MVP) was established in 2001 with the aim of increasing contact between local communities and the police, to improve the service the Met gives the public. Since launching in Newham in August 2005, it has gone from strength to strength. There are currently 43 volunteers giving their time for free for Newham Police and there were 40 more registrations of interest last month alone. The current volunteers give their time on a regular basis – covering between three and six hours on the police station front counters most days – and this will increase as the programme grows. The volunteer programme is designed to be very flexible, allowing people to fit volunteering around their busy work, family and social lives. Other roles are in the pipeline within the following units: Forensics, Special Constabulary, Probationer Training Unit, Safer Neighbourhoods, Communications and the Olympic Security Directorate. Cleon Wilson, Newham MVP manager, said: “I am so proud to lead such a thriving, vibrant volunteer programme. I am very grateful to all the volunteers who have given up some of their precious time to help and support their local police service. Some of our most dedicated volunteers have already gifted more than 70 hours of their time so far this year. We have so much to celebrate, like three volunteers becoming Police Community Support Officers within the last five months.” Many people in the borough give their time for free to help the police in Newham with day-to-day tasks. But more exciting opportunities are in the pipeline for volunteers, such as working in the Olympic Security Directorate. RECOGNITION EVENING FOR NEWHAM VOLUNTEERS As part of National Volunteers Week, a recognition evening was held at Forest Gate Police Station to celebrate the work and achievements of Newham’s Met volunteers. Councillor Akbar Chaudhary, deputy civic ambassador, says: “Working in a police station is an immense opportunity to learn about the organisation, its ethos and objectives. It also provides an insight into the way our local policing is carried out. I am sure people have gained clerical, administrative and IT skills which I have no doubt will be useful in their future careers. “I would like to congratulate all the volunteers for giving up their time for such worthwhile community service.” Volunteers with Cllr Chaudhary Abdul, 25, from Canning Town is just one of the volunteers working for Newham Police. He hopes to one day have a career in policing so while finishing his degree in business information systems at the University of East London, he works a few hours a week on the front counter at Forest Gate Police Station. “My role consists of assisting the station reception officer (SRO) with enquiries from members of the public and helping them to completing forms where appropriate,” he says. “I have gained so much experience from working alongside the SRO, and I enjoy helping members of the public.” Abdul has now applied to become a Police Community Support Officer (PCSO). > IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING THE MVP, OR FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 020 8217 4366 OR EMAIL KF-METVOLUNTEERS@MET.POLICE.UK 21 20 Met Volunteer Abdul helps out on front desk at Forest Gate Police Station Advert www.newham.com/2012Games Visit us at the Mayor’s Newham Show and discover your next adventure. It could be anything from the Motor Show to the Blenheim Triathlon or even next year’s Mayor’s Newham Show. Become a Volunteer NEWHAM’S VOLUNTEERS Live Life logo Newham logo Advert Fostering – It’s worth it. Don’t just think about it, call 08000 130 393 www.newham.gov.uk Picture of Mother and Babys hands Newham Council’s new Young Parents Support Service (YPSS) works with mums and dads aged 13-to-21 who live in Newham. Single mum Faridah, 21, sings the service’s praises. They helped her get childcare, got her back into education and helped her with housing and career guidance. She first came across the service four years ago, when it was part of Connexions. With two babies, now aged three and four, and no suitable accommodation, life was looking pretty hopeless. “They helped get me back into education and somewhere for me and my girls to live. They also helped me contact my MP and deal with the Home Office. “I’m now on a course at Newham College and next year I’m going to UEL to study social work. My girls are in pre-school and life is a lot better now. “I would definitely encourage other young parents to go along. Even now I know who to call if I need help and advice from time to time.” By taking a partnership approach, cohesive services are offered to young parents, with opportunities to engage in informal and formal learning processes to build their skills and confidence and to promote their inclusion in the community. YPSS run a fortnightly Young Parents Group for mums and dads to share their experiences and opinions with other young parents and to give their views and ideas back to the Teenage Pregnancy Strategy Group. During meetings, there is a free crèche and lunch provided. A teenage parent re-integration officer works within the YPSS, helping school age parents continue their education with centre-based and home tuition. Support is also offered with future career planning, including accessing appropriate childcare and further education opportunities. Simon Townend, sexual health and teenage pregnancy commissioning manager for Newham Council, said: “Research shows that teenage mothers are more likely to experience poverty and have poorer health outcomes than older mothers. Newham’s Teenage Pregnancy Strategy seeks to reduce the poverty and social exclusion experienced by young parents. “This has led to the development of the Young Parents Support Service - a new service to support young parents. It is a great opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young parents in Newham, and we are hoping to see more teenage mothers getting involved in education and training.” The service is building strong links with key services in Newham. Recently, it facilitated a free course for professionals regarding the benefits available to young parents. 24 25 New support service raises young parents’ aspirations Contact Newham Young Parents Support Service on 020 8430 6215, 0800 131 650 or 07969 793 071 Advert To help you find out more about the scheme, we have arranged an Open Evening and Open Day. Open Evening: Thursday, 12th July 2007. Venue: Newham Town Hall, East Ham Time: 6.30-7.30pm Open Day: Tuesday, 24th July 2007. Venue: Old Town Hall, Stratford Time: 3-4.00pm Regulation 29 of the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006 permits positive action in circumstances (such as this scheme), as this age range is currently under-represented in the workforce. Say YES to Newham YES The Scheme – The council’s Youth Employment Scheme provides an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and obtain a greater chance of gaining permanent employment with Newham Council. What WE want Newham Council is looking for young people aged 16 to 17 (or to 18 if you are disabled) before 1st November 2007, who live in Newham to join our Youth Employment Scheme. You do not need special skills, work experience or qualifications. But you do need to be ready and willing to:- • Learn and develop your skills. • Work to your full potential. • Be a good team member. • Deliver the best possible service to the people and communities of Newham. What we offer YOU Newham YES offers trainees: • A two year training contract. • A generous training allowance (£180 per week). • Work-based qualification, leading to an apprenticeship. • A chance to add to and develop your skills. • Invaluable work experience at Newham Council. The Opportunities At least six placements across the council in the following:- • Business Admin. • ICT. • Customer Services. Disabled Applicants The scheme has also been extended to provide places for young disabled people who are under-represented in the council. We have two placements ring fenced to disabled applicants in:- • The council’s Audit Section, providing admin support. • A Nursery School (Ronald Openshaw Nursery Education Centre) supporting the provision of Early Years education. We positively welcome applications from disabled people who are under-represented in all areas of the council. Support in completing applications, for disabled applicants, can be obtained from First Line Supported Employment Agency on 020 8430 2070, ask for Malcolm Finn. Please note that this does not exclude you from applying for other placements. Details of placements available will be contained in the information pack. The Next Step – For an informal discussion or to book a place on the open evening or open day, please call Desmond Mills on 020 8430 4532. Closing date for applications: 3rd August 2007. Assessments: w/c 3rd September 2007. Interviews: w/c 25th September 2007. Please quote ref: CE15575D For more information go to http://www.newham.gov.uk or contact: London Borough of Newham, Newham Town Hall Reception, Barking Road E6 2RP or tel: 020 8430 2190 (24 hr answerphone) or e-mail: recruitment@newham.gov.uk Textbox: 020 8430 2412 Newham Equal opportunities for all. News from UEL UEL students triumph at Graduate Fashion Week WHAT’S GOING ON... A UEL fashion design student has struck silver in the prestigious River Island Gold Award at Graduate Fashion Week, and some of her striking designs have already been snapped up by award judge Victoria Beckham. Kelly Shaw, 24, was one of 14 students from UEL’s highly rated BA (Hons) degree in Fashion Design showing at Graduate Fashion Week. Kelly received her £2,000 prize at the Gala Show on 6 June and Mrs Beckham praised her quirky Brit Kitsch collection in a national TV interview. “What an amazing week! It’s been so exciting and rewarding to finally see my collection up on the catwalk after all the months of hard work that went into designing and creating the clothes,” said Kelly. “I’ve definitely been trying to push the boundaries of fashion, so I’m really pleased to have received such wonderful recognition.” Graduate Fashion Week showcases the best of UK student fashion design, attracting photographers, talent scouts, journalists and buyers from all over the world. Helen Carter, programme leader for fashion design at UEL, said: “Kelly’s been an extremely focused and talented student and she fully deserves her success. Her collection was based on an unusually abstract concept, but she had a very strong vision and pulled it off brilliantly.” Some of Kelly’s designs on the catwalk A Brave New World Educational experts and young leaders from around the UK and Europe gathered at UEL in June for a conference entitled A Brave New World of Higher Education, the culmination of the British Council’s Shaping Higher Education for the 21st Century initiative. Public Lecture Series On Thursday 12 July, Professor Michael Edwards will give the fourth Annual Docklands Lecture at UEL. The talk is entitled The Thames Gateway Project: for better or for worse? For details, visit www.uel.ac.uk/ lectureseries Top Class for primary education UEL has been awarded a glowing report from Ofsted on its primary teacher training. UEL works in partnership with around 180 local schools and offers a PGCE in the three- to-seven and five-to-11 age ranges, with 220 trainees. Many of Newham’s primary teachers have studied and trained at UEL, including Lathom School head teacher Misbah Mann. In June, 240 pupils from Newham’s biggest primary school, Essex Primary in Manor Park, visited UEL in for fun literacy workshops and an early taste of university life. UEL’s School of Education at Stratford is one of London’s leading centres for teacher training, offering highly successful programmes for primary, secondary and post-compulsory levels. For details of primary school teacher training, call 020 8223 2152. UEL is a London leader in teacher training UEL is rated among the leading modern (post-1992) universities in the UK according to the Guardian University Guide. For details of all programmes and to receive a copy of our new prospectus, contact 020 8223 3333 or visit www.uel.ac.uk 26 27 Newham Council already has an excellent record for removing abandoned vehicles but recently it took part in a pilot to remove foreign cars which fall foul of UK vehicle laws. The pilot targets cars from overseas which have been in the country for more than six months and not been registered with the Driver Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA). This month Newham became the first council in the UK to remove an unregistered car from overseas under new DVLA powers. It is believed there is a large and increasing number of cars from overseas in the capital. After six months, drivers are obliged to comply with UK vehicle law and register with the DVLA, but many don’t. These drivers then fail to tax and insure their vehicles, avoid paying congestion charges and evade parking tickets and speeding fines. As part of the pilot, officers from the council’s Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour Service and the Metropolitan Police have been collating evidence for the DVLA. Armed with a list of all overseas vehicles sighted in the borough at least six months before and still not registered, officers went out and put warning stickers on vehicles in the language of the country they were registered to. For the purposes of the pilot, Polish and Lithuanian unregistered cars were targeted. They were given four weeks to register their vehicle, after which the council is authorised by the DVLA to instantly remove the vehicle with possible prosecution and fines. This month Newham became the first local authority in the country to make use of these powers after a council street scene enforcement officer and a police officer spotted an unregistered vehicle in Plaistow. The owner, who was present when his car was taken away, was told that to get it back he would have to prove he owned the car, pay an £80 fine within 24 hours or £160 thereafter for displaying an out- of-date tax disc. He was also told if he failed to collect the car within 48 hours he would have to pay a £15 a day storage fee, and if he left it there for more than 14 days, it would be crushed. Councillor Ian Corbett, executive advisor for crime and anti-social behaviour, said: “We will continue to work in partnership with the DVLA and the Metropolitan Police to make Newham’s roads safer.” MAKING NEWHAM SAFER TO REPORT ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR, CALL NEWHAM’S 24-HOUR HOTLINE 0800 731 3300 > Picture of car being towed awayFIRST COUNCIL IN THE COUNTRY TO SEIZE UNREGISTERED OVERSEAS CAR COMMUNITY FORUMS BECKTON KINGSFORD COMMUNITY SCHOOL LOOKS FORWARD Talent and creativity were in abundance at the Kingsford Community School fete on Saturday 23 June. The fourth annual summer fair – which raised funds for Richard House Hospice and the NSPCC – had everything from orchestral tunes and African dancing to a talent show, cake stall and wet sponge competition. Enterprising students from the applied business studies course had their own stalls with handmade jewellery, T-shirt painting and henna all on offer. Local councillors and Beckton Community Forum members joined in the fete’s activities, with some even trying their luck at the tombola game. Beckton community lead councillor Pat Murphy, said: “The school put on a brilliant event and it was great to meet such a diverse group of welcoming youngsters. We’re looking forward to working more closely with Kingsford over the coming months.” The forum has joined forces with the school to help it launch some exciting new initiatives. Next on the agenda is a musical event in September to showcase the talents of some of the 1,500 students. Another exciting initiative is Kingsford’s plan to involve older people in the school’s activities. The project will be launched next year and give older residents the opportunity to learn what goes on in a modern school. Jathusiyia Premananth, 13, is one of Kingsford’s leading young talents. As well as studying hard she regularly takes to the stage for dance performances. She says: “We hold the school fair to meet the community and I like to perform to show people traditional Asian dance.” Did you know that Kingsford School?... • Has a partnership with Brighton College and will award scholarships to three students to study there this September • Is a specialist language college and has the only confucius classroom in the country which is for teaching Mandarin Councillor Pat Murphy, Community Forum chair Mahmood Akhtar and Councillor Alec Kalloway join Gemma Kaur and her mum Lakhbir Kaur for some spaceball action Community Forum vice chair Shanin Ahmed, chair Mahmood Akhtar and councillors Pat Murphy and Alec Kalloway enjoy meeting the stunning dance trio at the Kingsford Community School fete 28 29 WHAT IS A COMMUNITY FORUM, WHICH IS MINE AND HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED? CALL 0800 5194015 TO FIND OUT MORE CUSTOM HOUSE & CANNING TOWN FEELING THE PULSE High-kicking cheerleaders, tasty carrot soup and soothing massages were popular features of the Custom House and Canning Town Community Forum health event on 16 June. Beryl Smart, 63, has recently joined Newham Fit Club and went to the event to find out more about being active and healthy. She said: “It was very enjoyable. I did some exercise, ate fruit, got a massage and I also made a new friend. We should have more events like this because it brings people together.” After trying some new moves in the exercise session, Beryl learnt a few healthy eating tips at the cooking demonstration. “They made casserole beans and couscous but I especially liked the carrot and lentil soup and have already bought the ingredients to make it!” The healing tent was a hit with many people redeeming their vouchers for a free leg massage, holistic massage or Indian head massage. Ascension Eagles cheerleaders wowed the crowd with their demonstration and people also got information about smoking cessation, cancer awareness, circulatory diseases, diabetes and dentistry. Custom House and Canning Town Community Lead Councillor Pat Holland, says: “Everyone was really enjoying the activities and it was especially pleasing to see the male population coming along and taking part.” Community Forum chair Vera Cohen and Councillor Pat Holland visit the healing tent to watch Beryl Smart enjoy her free massage at the Custom House and Canning Town health event. Ascension Eagles cheerleaders IT’S SHOW TIME! NEWHAM-WIDE If you haven’t already put 14 and 15 July in your diary then now is the time to do it because it’s the Newham Town Show. As well as enjoying the action on the main stage, be sure to check out the exciting activities in the Live Life tent. Look out for the Community Forum stand where you’ll be able to mark your house on a large Newham map and enter the draw to win a year’s gym membership at East Ham Leisure Centre and other great prizes. See you there! COMMUNITY NEWS NEWHAM-WIDE ROYAL DOCKS OLDER PEOPLE’S MEMORIES WANTED FOR OLYMPICS ART PROJECT BOUNCING FUN AT SILVERTOWN COMMUNITY DAY There was a great turnout for the annual fun day organised by the West Silvertown Village Community Association. Deputy Mayor Councillor Christine Bowden and Councillors Simon Tucker and Pat Murphy joined in the family fun. A bouncy castle was popular with children of all ages. There was plenty more entertainment from the Ascension Eagles cheerleaders and the choir and dance groups from Britannia Village School. Early Start and the council’s Crime and Anti-social Behaviour Service had stalls, as well as the local police safer neighbourhoods teams. John Johnston of the association, said: “It was a great turnout and only a little bit of rain. It is very family-orientated and everyone seemed to have a really good time.” The association is a charity set up in 1995 by the council, developers Wimpey and the housing associations. Deputy Mayor Cllr Christine Bowden with Charlotte Daems (centre) and Councillors Simon Tucker (L) and Pat Murphy Newham-based artist Allan Williams is making a unique record of the London 2012 Games site in photographs and paintings. He will record the site as it was and is now, before it is changed forever. He will be incorporating the memories, stories and experiences of older people who have lived or worked in the area. The work produced will consist of paintings, photographs and sound recordings and will be displayed in a public exhibition in Newham and on the internet. Are you aged 60 or over? Do you live in or near Stratford? Would you like to share your memories of living and working in the area which will become the 2012 Games site? If the answer to all these questions is yes, please contact Allan on 020 8514 1708 or email mail@allanwilliams.net GATEWAY TO SAFER SCHOOL JOURNEYS BECKTON More children at Ellen Wilkinson Primary School in Tollgate Road, Beckton, will be able to safely walk to school following the opening of a new entrance. Executive member for public realm Councillor June Leitch, was invited to officially open the new gates. She said: “As a result of the school’s travel plan, car use at Ellen Wilkinson has halved in two years. This has been complemented by a massive 33 per cent increase in the number of children walking to school. “The opening of a new side entrance is expected to encourage even more children to walk to school. Tollgate Road has a high volume of traffic passing through daily. The new entrance will provide alternative access to the school, reducing pedestrian congestion at peak times, making school journeys safer.” (L-R) Emma Norton of Newham Council, headtecher Sue Ferguson, councillor June Leiton and chair of governers Dawn Hutcheon with children 31 30 GOT A STORY FOR COMMUNITY NEWS? WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU. EMAIL NEWHAM.MAG@NEWHAM.GOV.UK BUSINESSES PLEDGE TO DO MORE FOR DISABLED PEOPLE GREEN STREET Representatives from nearly 200 businesses, community organisations and providers of primary care services, attended a conference on how they could be more accessible to people with physical and learning disabilities. The Newham Learning Disability Partnership hosted the event called Are You Being Served, which was aimed at managers, senior staff and decision-makers in organisations, to ensure they are meeting their disability equality requirements. Guest speaker at West Ham United’s Boleyn Ground in Green Street, Upton Park, was swimmer Chris Holmes MBE, winner of nine Paralympic gold medals. Cllr Neil Wilson with members of the Newham Learning Disability Partnership NEWHAM-WIDE PLAISTOW BROOKS ESTATE FUN DAY HELP WITH STUDENT LOAN APPLICATIONS A residents consultation fun day was a great success at Valetta Grove Park in Plaistow. It was aimed at residents of the Brooks Estate and gave them a chance to ask council staff about future regeneration and refurbishment plans. The refurbishment of Tanner and Nicholls Point tower blocks will begin in September and the council wanted to give residents the chance to share their views with stakeholders. Mayor Sir Robin Wales and local councillors also attended. The council’s student support staff are available to help you by: > Checking and vetting your completed PN1 and PR1 application forms > Helping in completing application forms > Validating and copying evidence They will be available to help at various Local Service Centres by appointment only. To make an appointment, email education.student.awards@newham. gov.uk, putting ‘appointment’ in the subject line. Kids enjoyed the face-painting at the community fun day PLEASE SEND YOUR DRAWINGS, JOKES AND POEMS TO: KIDS’ CORNER, NEWHAM TOWN HALL, EAST HAM E6 2RP Kids’ Corner Gallery Winner Winner Zuhal Shah, 7 Aneesh Vasudevan, 7 Adil Ahmed, 12 Nicole Urioste, 11 33 32 154263543465211231264653621354362541SudokuFill in the grid so that every row, column and coloured box contains ALL the numbers Sudoku Fill in the grid so that every row, column and coloured box contains ALL the numbers from 1 to 6 Sudoku answer Jokes by Michael Akuagwu Why are football pitches wet? Because the players are always dribbling! Why couldn’t the car play football? Because he only had one boot! What did the sea say to the beach? Nothing it just waved! Winner Poem My Mum by Jafer Uddin, 11 My mum is a superhero My mum is always there to help me She makes me breakfast, lunch and tea. My mum buys me all the things that I need And helped me learn to read My mum is the most helpful person I know She makes me feel safe everywhere I go. My mum has looked after me since I was zero That’s my mum, she’s a real superhero. Thames Barrier Park is open from 7am-7.30pm The Prime Coffee Shop is open from 10am daily Sponsored by Thames Barrier Park, North Woolwich Road, London E16 www.thamesbarrierpark.org.uk Head for... Fun at North Woolwich Old Station Museum Every Saturday and Sunday, 1-5pm. Free admission North Woolwich Old Station Museum, Pier Road, North Woolwich E16 2JJ 020 7474 7244 Free Newham Gold Card Activities Some venues may be subject to change. Please call Newham Council on 020 8430 2484 prior to attending. Football and Basketball Every Monday 4.30-6.30pm Winsor Park Every Tuesday 5-7pm Royal Victoria Gardens Ball Cage Every Wednesday 5-7pm New Beckton Park Ball Cage 4.30-6.30pm Canning Town MUGA 6-8pm Plashet Park 5-7pm Phoenix Cage Every Thursday 4.30-6.30pm Priory Park Ball Cage 5.30-7.30pm Barking Road Recreation Ground Every Friday 5-7pm Lister Gardens Park 5-7pm Ford Park Football Every Monday 6-8pm Plaistow Park Every Tuesday 5.30-7.30pm Little Ilford Park Ball Cage 5-7pm Stratford Park 5-7pm Phoenix Cage Every Wednesday 5-7pm The CAGE (Chatsworth Active Games Enclosure) Every Thursday 5-7pm Scud Park Ball Cage 6-8pm Forest Gate Youth Centre Every Friday 4-5.30pm St John’s Community Centre 6-8pm Priory Park Ball Cage Basketball Every Monday 7-9pm The Froud Centre Every Tuesday 7.30-9.30pm Plaistow Park 5-7pm Royal Victoria Gardens Ball Cage Every Wednesday 5-7pm Phoenix Cage Every Thursday 4.30-6.30pm Priory Park Every Friday 5-6.45pm Forest Gate Youth Centre Multi-Sports Every Monday 5-7pm Alma Street MUGA 5-7pm Langthorne Park Every Tuesday 4-5pm Carpenters and Docklands Centre 5-7pm Stratford Park Every Wednesday 4-5pm Carpenters and Docklands Centre 5-7pm The CAGE (Chatsworth Active Games Enclosure) 5-7pm Stratford Park 4-6pm Can Hall Park Every Thursday 5-7pm The Cage (Chatsworth Active Games Enclosure) Cricket Every Tuesday 5.30-7pm Score Complex Every Thursday 4.30-6pm Drapers Field Athletics Every Thursday 4.30-6pm Drapers Field SEN Basketball Every Monday 3.15-5.15pm Eastlea School Urban Street Vibes (Dance) Every Monday 7-8.30pm, 11-16 years Carpenters and Docklands Centre 7-8.30pm, 14-19 years Froud Centre Every Tuesday 6.30-8pm, 11-14 years Priory Park 7-8.30pm, 11-16 years Hartley Centre Every Wednesday 4.30-6pm, 11-14 years Forest Gate Youth Centre 5-6.30pm, 14-19 years (Intermediates) Stratford Circus Every Thursday 3.30-5pm, 14-19 years Little Ilford Youth Centre 5-6.30pm, 14-19 years (Boys only) Stratford Circus 7-8.30pm, 14-19 years Beckton Globe Libraries activities for young people Homework Club Homework support and advice for young people aged seven to 14. School term only. Beckton Every Tuesday 4-6pm Canning Town Every Saturday 10am-12noon Custom House Every Saturday 10am-12noon East Ham Every Monday 4-6pm www.newham.com/2012Games FREE www.newham.com/2012Games FREE The Gate Every Thursday 4-6pm Green Street Every Tuesday 4-6pm Manor Park Every Saturday 10am-12noon North Woolwich Every Thursday 3.30-5.30pm Plaistow Every Thursday 4-6pm Stratford Every Monday 4-6pm Deaf Children’s Homework Club Homework support and advice for young people aged five to 12 with hearing impairment. The sessions are supported by a BSL signer. The Gate Saturday 7 and 21 July, 10am-12noon Congolese Women’s Association Saturday School This is a children’s French speaking group. The Gate Every Saturday 1-4pm Children’s Games Club Board games and activities for children aged five to 12. Canning Town Thursday 12, 19 July 4-6pm Games Club PS2 and Xbox games, music, board games and many more activities for young people aged eight to 13. Custom House Every Tuesday 3.30-5.30pm East Ham Every Tuesday 3.30-5.30pm Manor Park Every Thursday 4-6pm Teenage Games Club PS2 and Xbox games, music, board games and many more activities for young people aged 12 to 16. Beckton Every Monday and Wednesday 3-5pm Family Reading Group A chance for children aged five to 11 and their families to read together and have fun. The Gate Sunday 1 July 2.30-4pm Children’s Reading Group Explore the pleasure of reading in a family-friendly environment. Canning Town Thursday 5 July 4.30-5.30pm Teen Xtra Evenings Free activities for young people aged 12 to 21. The Gate Every Friday, 6-8pm 30 June – 23 July Addresses Alma Street MUGA Alma Street, Stratford E15 Barking Road Recreation Ground Burges Road, East Ham E6 Beckton Globe 1 Kingsford Way, Beckton E6 5JQ Can Hall Park off Can Hall Road, Leytonstone E11 Canning Town MUGA corner of Freemasons Road and Sophia Road, E16 Carpenters and Docklands Centre 98 Gibbins Road, Stratford E15 2HU Drapers Field, corner of Leyton High Road and Temple Mill Lane Ford Park, Canning Town E16 Forest Gate Youth Centre Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate E7 0DH Froud Centre Toronto Avenue, Manor Park E12 5JS Hartley Centre 267 Barking Road, East Ham E6 1LB Langthorne Park off Leytonstone High Road, Leytonstone E11 Little Ilford Youth Centre 1a Rectory Road, Manor Park E12 6JB Little Ilford Park Ball Cage Reynolds Avenue, Manor Park E12 Lister Gardens Park Corner of Upper Road and Florence Road, Plaistow E13 New Beckton Park Savage Gardens, Beckton E6 Plaistow Park Balaam Street, Plaistow E13 Plashet Park Woodhouse Grove, East Ham E7 Phoenix Cage Milner Road, West Ham E13 Priory Park 106 Parr Road, East Ham E6 Royal Victoria Gardens Ball Cage Pier Road, North Woolwich E16 Score Complex Score Community Building, 100 Oliver Road, Leyton E10 5JY Scud Park Ball Cage Tant Avenue, Canning Town E16 St John’s Community Centre Albert Road, North Woolwich E16 2JB Stratford Circus Theatre Square, Stratford E15 1BX Stratford Park Densham Road, Stratford E15 The CAGE (Chatsworth Active Games Enclosure) Cruickshank Road, Stratford E15 Winsor Park Warwall, Beckton E6 www.newham.com/2012Games FREE www.newham.com/2012Games FREE Advert The Mayor’s Newham Show Bigger and Better than ever! IT’S FREE AND PACKED WITH LOADS OF FANTASTIC SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES FOR YOU TO TRY SATURDAY 14 JULY & SUNDAY 15 JULY, 2-8PM CENTRAL PARK, HIGH STREET SOUTH, EAST HAM E6 INCLUDING THE BIGGEST EVER NEWHAM CARNIVAL STARTS 2PM SATURDAY 14 JULY AT THE SHOWGROUND No public parking please use public transport Tube: East Ham Station Buses: 58, 104, 101, 115 to Central Park or 5, 147, 238 to Barking Road Parking, toilets and access more information 020 8430 2000 www.newham.gov.uk