Author: Miranda

Speech to Local Election Candidate Selection Meeting

With Harry Cohen MP

Many people have asked me why, when deciding where to stand in the May local elections, I chose to become a candidate in Leyton – a ward that before last Thursday was perceived to be a totally unwinnable seat for the local Labour party.

Below is the speech I made to Leyton ward Labour party members at the local elections candidate selection meeting back in October.

It sets out the reasons why I would have never stood for election anywhere else. Continue reading “Speech to Local Election Candidate Selection Meeting”

A new shop for the Beaumont!

With Harry Cohen MP and shop owners Prem and Bharti

The Beaumont Estate continues to receive attention – but now for all the right reasons.

Yesterday, saw the opening of the Beaumont’s new sweet shop, located at the heart of the estate. For me, the opening marked another important milestone on the Beaumont’s long march back to full regeneration.

Lots of local people came along to say hello to Harry Cohen MP (pictured above left), who was the guest of honour, and celebrate the opening with a glass of champagne.

I express my thanks to owners Prem and Bharti Maisura (pictured with me and Harry above) for hosting such a lovely event.

I wish their new business every success.

Harry Cohen cuts the ribbon