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Tesco Askew Road threat

Tesco want to open a store on the site of the closed Old Bull and Bush pub in the Askew Road. Sainsbury's are already opening at the other end of the road. We already have an excellent Co-Op. We do not want Tesco. It will damage Askew Road's excellent small shops including a newly opened private wine store and a good bakery, plus newsagents and small stores. Tesco must be opposed. Ask all candidates in the local election their view. For or against. If they vote for Tesco, as one of my local Tories vote for another party. Michael Wale.

Michael Wale ● 6031d5 Comments ● 5994d

HEALING ON MONDAY

The coming Monday the Healing Centre will be open at the London Buddhist Vihara, The Avenue, W4 1UD between 11am and 1pm and we look forward to seeing anyone who would like some healing, either just for an energy boost, stress or a physical illness.Although the centre takes place in the Buddhist Temple the healing is NOT related to any religion, it is totally non-denominational everyone is welcome.No charge is made for healing however a donation is most welcome - all donations are given to the Vihara for the use of the hall.No appointments are necessary.  For any further information please give me a ring on 0788 189 6449.

Pat Smith ● 5995d0 Comments ● 5995d

Yard Sale in Brackenbury this Saturday, 8 May

Come to our Brackenbury Yard Sale this Saturday, 8 May, between 11am and 3pm. Visit 27 front gardens, yards or steps to rummage for books, bric a brac, clothes, toys, marmalade, household, sports and gardening stuff, furniture, china and pictures. To benefit the Goldhawk Estate Appeal to help fund residents' legal and other costs of the Goldhawk Estate planning inquiry later this month. Each sale site is marked with a gold helium balloon and once you've found one you can pick up a list of the others. Rain will not stop play - do put on your walking shoes for the yard sale trail.

Rosemary Pettit ● 5995d0 Comments ● 5995d

Illuminated Ad Towers along the A4 flyover

I live on the south side of the A4 with the back of our house facing the new illuminated Ad towers by St Paul's church. The glare from the ad tower is so strong that we no longer experience the same levels of darkness at night time which is incredibly annoying at bedtime.Did I miss the notification of planning before this was erected? Did anyone else know of this? The first I knew of this was unfortunately when it was first switched on.There is a consultation where resident's comments are being sought but to be honest, I'm not sure what can be gained from this given that the towers are already up and running. For those interested in getting their views known, you'll find details of the consultation at http://www.lbhf.gov.uk/Directory/News/Ad_towers_consultation_launched.asp.Sharon

Sharon Isaac-Upton ● 6069d7 Comments ● 5995d

JULIE ANDREWS CONCERT, O2 ARENA. 8TH MAY

I have one ticket available for the above concert tomorrow night.  The seat is in Row P of Block 420.  The doors open at 6.30, Performance starts at 7.30 & finishes at approx 22.45.The face value of ticket is £75.  I do not want any money for it but would be very happy if recepient gave a donation to The Tommy Hollis Charitable Fund.Sorry for the short notice!

Elizabeth Fisher ● 5995d0 Comments ● 5995d

The facts say we must vote Labour out of power

Since Labour came to power in 1997 the gap between the rich and the poor has widened. Labour has failed to tackle poverty.   Since Labour came to power in 1997 manufacturing output and jobs have declined at a faster rate than under the previous Conservative Governments. Industrial production continues to decline in the UK while it is increasing in USA, Japan, Germany, France, China, Canada, Italy and in the Eurozone as a whole.  The trade weighted value of sterling has fallen by about 25% since 2007 - a faster decline than when Britain left the ERM in 1992. The UK has world's second largest negative balance of trade second only to the USA which is a much bigger economy. In contrast China, Japan, Germany, France,  the Netherlands,  Norway, Russia, Sweden, Denmark and the Eurozone as a whole all enjoy positive balance of trade surpluses   Exports fell by 4.4% in January 2010 compared to December 2009. Between early 2008 and autumn 2009, GDP fell by 6.2%. The recession lasted 6 quarters longer than any other G7 economy.Labour Government spending as a share of GPP rose from 44% in 2006 to 52% in 2009- compared to 48% in Germany.The Labour Government’s projected deficit of £167 million is equivalent to 11.8% of GDP and the Government has no credible plans to reduce it. This compares with a deficit of only £6 billion when Labour came to power in 1997.The Labour Government’s budget deficit as a share of GDP is on a par with Greece's. It is the highest since the Second World War and will be the biggest of any G20 economy according to the IMF.The UK’s National Debt will rise from £617 billion in 2009/10 to £1,400 billion in 2014/15. It is now at its highest level since the Second World War. According to McKinsey the total indebtedness in the British economy as a share of GDP is the highest amongst 10 major economiesThe Labour Government is now spending 4 pounds for every 3 it receives in revenue.The Labour Government is now borrowing 25 per cent of what it spends. And 25 per cent of what the Labour Government borrows is spent on pay interest on the Government's borrowings. The Labour Government now spends 52 per cent of GDP which means that each worker on the private sector has to support and pay for at least one worker in the public sectorNearly 6 million on benefits dependent on taxpayers for their benefits.  Over 6 million on the public sector payroll dependent on taxpayers for their incomes. There 2.5 million unemployed and rising. Our rate of youth unemployment is the highest on record since the Second World War.Inflation is now running at 3.5% and interest rates are rising.These facts and figures make an overwhelming case for voting Labour out of Government and ensuring that a discredited and bankrupt Labour Government is not kept in power by any backroom deals such as a possible coalition with the Liberal Democrats.

David Giles ● 6010d6 Comments ● 5996d

What the Conservatives will do to Hammersmith & Fulham

If you wonder what the Borough of H&F will be like under the Conservatives check out Johan Hari's article in today's Independent http://www.independent.co.uk/opinion/commentators/johann-hari/johann-hari-welcome-to-cameron-land-1962318.html

Penny Flood ● 5998d1 Comments ● 5997d

council fixes pavement

Tonight, after 2 years the council has fixed our pavement on Hammersmith Grove. For 2 years this broken leg waiting to happen which has been surrounded by a barrier has finally been fixed. In this borough it seems that we need an election every month to get anything done. The previous Labour administration repaved half our street along with the regeneration of King Street. Since these CONS have been in power this has stopped and the rest of the Grove has the same dilapidated paving. When if ever are the CONS going to continue the regeneration?CONGRATULATIONS on your 17% pay rise CONSERVATIVE council leaders.[more than our countries Prime Minister]

Dan Baldwin ● 6012d1 Comments ● 5997d

No Circle or Hammesmith & City line service from Hammersmith this weekend

This weekend 8/9 May there will be no Hammersmith & City line service from Hammersmith to King's Cross St. Pancras and no Circle line service. Customers are advised to use the District and Piccadilly lines instead.A replacement bus service will operate for local journeys between Paddington and Hammersmith calling at Paddington, Royal Oak, Westbourne Park, Ladbroke Grove, Shepherd’s Bush (Central line) and Shepherd’s Bush Green.This is due to track replacement work.

Patrick Green ● 5997d0 Comments ● 5997d

A quiet SPACE where I could intensively REHEARSE singing at least 12 hours daily to record my DEMO

Hello, I am a young man who is looking for a charitable community/person who could help me to find a quiet space in West London where I could intensively rehearse singing at least 12 hours daily to record my DEMO with my own music equipment. If you have any little space (at least 1x2 metres, any cellar, basement, storage, cubby, office, workroom or whatever - please suggest), please, can you help me? I can regularly rehearse at any times it is possible according to our arrangement, (including in the nights if the space is only available in the nights). In return, I could keep your property tidy (I cannot offer any money but I can offer my work, (suggest what work you would like (e.g.: keeping your property tidy, pet-sitting, dog-walking etc.)). If you think you can help me with a space where I could intensively rehearse singing at least 12 hours daily, please, suggest where and when (time and date) we could meet to talk about details in person. If you cannot decide about this matter, please, forward this message to whom it may concern. ANY ADVICE IS WELCOME.In advanced thank you very much for understanding

George Jiri ● 6005d1 Comments ● 5999d

Self checkouts: bane or boon

Do you prefer self-checkouts or manned tills in your local convenience store in Hammersmith?

Mark Smith ● 6002d2 Comments ● 5999d

Hammersmith Candidates debate with the Irish Community

You have watched the leaders debate.... now meet the candidates standing in Hammersmith as they debate with the Irish Community. Come along and put your questions to them about issues that concern you and your local community. Candidates confirmed include Andrew Slaughter (Lab), Shaun Bailey (Tory) Merlene Emerson (Lib Dem). Wednesday 28 April, Irish Cultural Centre, Kings Road Hammersmith, W6 9DT. For more information contact: Federation of Irish Societies, 020 7833 1226 info@irishsocieties.org

Jennie Mcshannon ● 6010d5 Comments ● 5999d

CHURCHES: 50-90% of the time NOBODY is in the church buildings = REHEARSAL SPACE FOR SINGING.

CHURCHES in Hammersmith: 50-90% of the time NOBODY is in the church buildings = REHEARSAL SPACE FOR SINGING.People from churches say they love people. Will you prove it in the real? PLEASE, will you help me? I am a young man who is looking for a charitable community/person who could help me to find a quiet space in West London where I could intensively rehearse singing at least 12 hours daily to record my DEMO with my own music equipment. If you have any little space (at least 1x2 metres, any cellar, basement, storage, cubby, office, workroom or whatever - please suggest), please, can you help me? I can regularly rehearse at any times it is possible according to our arrangement, (including in the nights if the space is only available in the nights). In return, I could keep your property tidy (I cannot offer any money but I can offer my work, (suggest what work you would like (e.g.: keeping your property tidy, pet-sitting, dog-walking etc.)). If you think you can help me with a space where I could intensively rehearse singing at least 12 hours daily, please, suggest where and when (time and date) we could meet to talk about details in person. If you cannot decide about this matter, please, forward this message to whom it may concern. ANY ADVICE IS WELCOME.In advanced thank you very much for understanding

George Jiri ● 6000d0 Comments ● 6000d

Amazing map of London

http://www.bl.uk/magnificentmaps/map4.htmlkeep clicking on the + button..........to move around the map just drag and hold your mouse button down.............hopefully you will be pleasantly surprised by what you see.

Carol Burge ● 6003d1 Comments ● 6002d

St George's Day - you wouldn't know it!

Why are we so afraid to celebrate our national day?  One pub is all I saw on my way to work from Hammersmith to Shepherds Bush that had bothered to put out flags.............yet St Patrick's Day the pubs are festooned with flags, balloons and bunting.  At least Absolute Radio is mentioning the day...............what is it with us English?

Carol Burge ● 6010d3 Comments ● 6003d

Boris Johnson reneges on ticket office promise

Item on ChiswickW4.com reports that he has done an about turn on ticket offices. Having blasted Ken Livingstone for considering reductions in opening hours and pledging not to reduce them he is going for far more swingeing cutbacks in staff and opening hours. Stamford Brook is listed as having some very major reductions in opening hours. Not sure about other stations in the area.

Karen Cooper ● 6045d4 Comments ● 6003d

Council Rich List - Why it matters

Whatever you think about the Taxpayers' Alliance it is hard to deny the importance of highlighting just how excessive pay in the public sector has become.I spent an evening in the company of the HR director of the firm I work for. We are a medium sized British company who are quite successful and have weathered the recession well. He told me that the main problem the company faces is staff retention in the face of recruitment from the public sector. We have lost three relatively senior executives over the last year to local authorities. All of them were relatively well paid but they moved because they were increasing their salaries, would get a non-contributory pension, would have longer holidays and shorter working hours. He expects more staff to leave in the coming year. On the other hand he never sees a CV that has been submitted from someone wanting to work with us from the public sector.It is pointless raising salaries because we would never be able to compete with what is on offer. He estimates that our profits are hit by about 20% due to the costs associated with retraining replacements and lost revenues from losing good people. This is a significant stealth tax which is strangling our economy.Before Labour came to power in 1997 public sector pay was significantly below the private sector average but people chose it because of increased job security and a sense of public service. Public sector pay increased dramatically because it was argued it was necessary to improve the quality of staff. Now it exceeds the private sector even without allowing for fringe benefits.People in the public sector should never get paid six figure sums - they simply can never be worth it especially when you remember the cost of their pensions to the taxpayer will run into millions of pounds. Private sector staff earn large salaries because the company owners think it is in the shareholders interest because of the revenues the person brings in. This doesn't apply in the public sector.The biggest problem with all of this according to our HR director is that in a few decades half the revenues that local government get will be going towards funding the deficit in the staff pension fund and services will have to be cut significantly. The next Government of whatever hue will have to grasp this nettle or the country is in serious trouble.

Ellen Kearney ● 6024d1 Comments ● 6003d

TORY junk mail

Is it possible to stop the daily Tory propaganda being posted in my 'no junk mail' postbox? I find it particularly offencive as it is funded by a dishonest tax thief. Lord Ashcroft.

Dan Baldwin ● 6040d6 Comments ● 6006d

William enjoying the sun!

First attempt at posting a pic so apologies if it does not work!

Carol Burge ● 6007d2 Comments ● 6007d

Tommy Hollis Charitable Fund

Tommy Hollis is the little boy who was crushed by a lampost as he slept in his pram on the 23rd February 2010. He died two days later, one day before his first birthday. Tommy was a happy, smiley boy who spread joy to everyone he met and we would like to do something in his honour to spread the joy he gave us. We the trustees of the Tommy Hollis Charitable Fund are researching charities local to Chiswick/West London to support. We were wondering if anybody in the local community can suggest any potentially suitable causes or charities who provide help or funding to sick, underprivileged or orphaned children. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. The website for the fund in www.tommyhollisfund.co.uk. Thank you.

N Scott ● 6018d0 Comments ● 6018d