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Monday, 14 October 2013

Grange Hidden Homes Consultation

Grange Hidden Homes Consultation 
Residents Hall 
Thursday 17th October 4 to 7pm
The Hidden Homes team are holding a final pre-construction consultation event in the Residents Hall this Thursday, 17th October from 4 to 7pm.
The scheme at the Grange will comprise of two new one bedroom apartments for Discount Market Sale (Affordable Housing) together with 37 new sheds and landscaping works
At the meeting you will be able to discuss with them the progress and learn details of when the scheme is due to start on site (estimated early November 2013) and the timetable for works (due for practical completion May 2014).
They will also advise you of the contractor details, method statements and site welfare facilities and how they intend to minimise disruption to residents on site during construction.
An update will also be given concerning site investigation works for damp and lift contract works taking place at the Grange.
We look forward to seeing you at the resident consultation.

Thursday, 3 October 2013

Free Jobs Fair at QPR 11th October

Andy Slaughter MP’s Employment Skills Fair
Friday, 11 October
11am-2pm
Queen’s Park Rangers Football Club
Loftus Road Stadium
Main entrance, S Africa Road W12 7PJ

The current employment climate is tough for young people and there is a lot of competition for good jobs.  Having the right skills when applying is vital.

I am trying to help young people in Hammersmith and Shepherds Bush compete in the job market and as part of this I am inviting you to an event to help give you the confidence and skills to use in your job search.

Come and meet experts who can help you find a job and show you how to make the most of your skills when you apply. You can also practise your interviewing skills and get advice about your CV. 

Programme:
11.00   Arrive, refreshments, introduction from Andy Slaughter MP
11.30   Main presentation from Tina Rycroft of the Plus Team www.theplusteam.co.uk
12.30   Break for sandwiches
13.00   Small group sessions with advisors from Job Centre Plus and the National Careers Service.

This event is free and refreshments will be served.  If you would like to attend, or know of someone who would benefit from this event, please e-mail me at andy@andyslaughter.com to reserve a place. 

The event is aimed at 18 to 24 year olds, but older people can attend. 
Space is limited so it is very important that you register via e-mail. 
I look forward to seeing you on 11 October,
Andy Slaughter MP

Tuesday, 23 July 2013

Playday at Ravenscourt Park, Tuesday 30th July

All the fun of the fair comes to Ravenscourt Park as H&F Council team up with John Parnham Funfair for the annual Playday on Tuesday 30th July, 
12 noon to 4pm. 
On the day there will be a number of free fairground rides, in addition to stalls, inflatables, a steel pan band and games for children to take part in. 
The fairground itself will be open at the park from today 23rd July and operate until the 4th August.

Monday, 1 July 2013

Avonmore & Brook Green Crime Roadshow 10th July

The Avonmore & Brook Green Safer Neighbourhood team
The Avonmore & Brook Green Crime Roadshow will be held on Wednesday 10 July from 7pm, for a 7.15pm start at St Mary's Church Hall, 2 Edith Road  W14 (junction with Hammersmith Road).
This is a great opportunity to come and meet the Police Borough Commander, local neighbourhood Police officers, the Community Safety Unit and other council departments such as Housing officers and Neighbourhood Wardens who work in your ward, to have your say on policing, anti social behaviour, and crime.  It is also an ideal opportunity to receive crime prevention advice and learn more about what we do to reduce crime in your area.
Refreshments will be provided, the event is free, and is open to all residents of Avonmore & Brook Green ward. It is supported by the borough's Neighbourhood Watch Association, and is organised by the LBHF Community Safety Unit, in conjunction with the Mayor of London's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC).
For more information, or if you require any extra assistance to attend, please call the Community Safety Unit on 020 8753 2816.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Thursday, 27 June 2013

Fair at Marcus Garvey Park this Saturday

Avonmore School holds its annual fair in Marcus Garvey Park this Saturday, 29th June, Noon to 3pm. There will be stalls, face painting, a bouncy castle, BBQ's and games for everyone to enjoy.

Sunday, 9 June 2013

Chelsea Stadium Moving Closer?

According to a report in the Mail Online Chelsea FC could be moving closer to the Lytton Estate. The discussions are still at a very early stage, but the stadium would be sited across the other side of the Cromwell Road on a 17 acre plot currently used as a Tfl railway depot, which is estimated to be worth £200 million.