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Around 100 people gathered on Tuesday to show their support for the Noor Ul Islam Mosque in Leyton following a racist attack by a man the previous week. Christian and Jewish faith leaders attended, alongside representatives from a range of left-wing, Green, and socialist organisations.

The new Green leader of Waltham Forest Council, Paul Perkins, inset was present. However, Labour MP Calvin Bailey and neighbouring MP Stella Creasy were notably absent.

The incident is a reminder that racist attacks can happen anywhere, regardless of where people live. It also underlines the importance of communities standing together in solidarity against racism … read on ...

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While millions struggle with the cost of living, public services are stretched to breaking point and too many people can’t afford a decent home, the government is choosing to spend billions more on the machinery of war.

The Defense Investment Plan would see military spending rise to almost £80 billion a year by 2029.

Britain doesn’t need another arms race. It needs investment in people.

We call on the UK Government to:

– Stop increasing military spending.
– Invest in the NHS, housing, education and public services instead.
– Put diplomacy, peace and international cooperation ahead of … read on ...

This is an event by Leytonstone Against Racism, it aims to train people to safely challenge discrimination in public places. Led by Leytonstone resident Jahsynth Ramsay, a safeguarding professional. The session will be interactive, inclusive and grounded in real life scenarios relevant to our community.

For any accessibility requirements or questions hello@leytonstoneagainstracism.org

Tickets are free, but donations are welcome. Any money raised will go towards the costs of the venue hire, the refreshments and other future events.

And there are a few tickets left: https://buytickets.at/leytonstoneagainstracism/

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