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£4 million extra to do the job they are paid to do

I'ver just seen it -"The £4 million, two year scheme is being paid for by local taxpayers and businesses. The two 24/7 squads are made up of one inspector, five sergeants, ten police constables and fifteen police community support officers."Incredible-What are the police paid for if its not to go out and catch them at it?Sell their estate cars, then no servicing, no repairs, no insurance - If the AA costings for running a car are accurate it wouldn't need 4 mill - the taxpayers would get a rebate.  

Stephen Hill ● 6715d1 Comments ● 6714d

Air Ambulance

Anybody know why the air ambulance landed in Hammersmith on Saturday afternoon, looked like it was on or very near Glenthorne Road?

Carol Burge ● 6714d0 Comments ● 6714d

Does this site have a future ?

As I write this there are 6 people accessing HammersmithToday.co.ukThere are 241 people on ChiswickW4.com.....Time for a merger / takeover ?

Andrew Broadbent ● 6720d11 Comments ● 6714d

Supporter of Suicide Bombers Supports Livingstone

A leading apologist and supporter of terrorism and suicide bombing is among the leaders of a group trying to win votes for Livingstone.Azzam Tamimi, a supporter of the Hamas terrorist organisation, is a leading member of a group called Muslims 4 Ken which is actively supporting the Labour Party's campaign re-elect Livingstone. Tamimi, has previously praised suicide bombers and even said he would volunteer personally for a suicide mission in the Middle East. In a BBC interview in 2004 he said: "If I can go to Palestine and sacrifice myself I would do it. Why not? Sacrificing myself for Palestine is a noble cause. It is the straight way to pleasing my God and I would do it if I had the opportunity." It was Tamimi who invited the radical Islamic preacher Yusuf al-Qaradawi to speak at a conference in London in 2004. Al-Qaradawi, who has defended suicide bombers and the persecution of homosexuals, was welcomed to City Hall and embraced by Livingstone. Al-Qaradawi is  a senior member of the Muslim Brotherhood, the extremist organisation that supports terrorism and which was banned in Egypt in 1954. He was banned from visiting the USA in 1999 because of his support for terrorism.In spite or perhaps because of all that, he was enthusiastically embraced and welcomed by Livingstone.In 2006 Tamimi was the main speaker at a London conference backed by Livingstone held the day before the anniversary of the July 7 terror attacks. Do we really want a Mayor of London who is actively supported by people like Azzam Tamimi and Yusuf Al-Qaradawi? Do we want a Mayor of London who welcomes and embrace people who support suicide bombings against innocent people like the thousands of people who lost their lives in New York, Bali, Madrid and London?

David Giles ● 6746d5 Comments ● 6715d

Camogie Players wanted

Tara Camogie Club, London are looking for more players for both Junior and Senior teams.  All standards of player welcome, from beginners to All-stars.Camogie is the ladies equivalent of the Irish mens game Hurling.Contact www.camogie.co.uk for further details. sheila.fernandes@talk21.com or 020 8561 3544.

Sheila Fernandes ● 6715d0 Comments ● 6715d

De registering for the newsletter

I do not want to receive the newsletter - and it says to uncheck the box - but blow me I can't find the box!!!!  Must be getting old, can someone point me in the right direction please.  Thanks

Maggie Dodge ● 6717d2 Comments ● 6717d

Chiswick and Hammersmith Home Birth Group

Calling mums and dads to be:CHISWICK AND HAMMERSMITH HOME BIRTH SUPPORT GROUP The Chiswick and Hammersmith Home Birth group's next meeting is on WEDNESDAY 4 JUNE.Come along for a chat with other home-birth interested or experienced parents whether you are planning a home birth or only just thinking about it! Venue: 42 Flanders Mansions, Flanchford Road, London W4Time: 8pmDate: Wednesday 4 June (NOT 5th June as previously advertised)Sarah JohnsonChiswick and Hammersmith Home Birth group co-ordinatortel 0870 423 9260

Sarah Johnson ● 6719d0 Comments ● 6719d

HEALING IN CHISWICK

Tomorrow is the 2nd Monday of the month again so healers will be at the London Buddhist Vihara, The Avenue, W4 1UD between 11am and 1pm ready to welcome and give healing to anyone who turns up.  We look forward to seeing you.Healing helps any condition, through from stress to physical illness.  The healing takes about 20 minutes.  There is no charge made for the healing (all the healers are working on a voluntary basis, although a donation is most welcome- all donations are given to the Vihara).You do not need to make an appointment or book and the maximum waiting time, if any, is 5-10 minutes.  If you want any further information before coming please give me a ring on 0788 189 6449.

Pat Smith ● 6722d0 Comments ● 6722d

Happy St George's Day

Best of British to you all

Carol Burge ● 6740d4 Comments ● 6731d

Yesterday's vote

I was surprised to see so many people at my polling station last night, never had to queue before to get into one of the booths.......seemed to be a good turnout.

Carol Burge ● 6731d1 Comments ● 6731d

Accountant

I am setting up a new BNI (Business networking International) group in Hammersmith on Wednesday mornings and we need an accountant to refer business to....

Alyson Roach ● 6734d0 Comments ● 6734d

freedom passes

just to let you know that freedom passes for the mentally ill which ran out on 31 march have been extended untill the end of may.This is due to the large backload of work still to be done by the council.

Martin W M Bryant ● 6761d1 Comments ● 6735d

Male singers wanted for Jazz on Monday nights in Hammersmith

I've been singing with the Addison Group for 5 years now, after not singing for some 20 years prior, and we're just starting the new term.Looking for male voices for the jazz ensemble, a mixed, 4 part group that is very social. Basses welcome to audition, but competent tenors are especially sought after. The format is a 10 week rehearsal with our gigs usually in front of 300-350 people at the Wathen Hall.Rehearsals are 1900-2000 on Monday nights on the 2nd floor of the Polish centre in Hammersmith. Contact me ASAP if you want to join the fun - this term, we're singing "Corcovado" "Oh Lady Be Good" "In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning" "Stella by Starlight""Handful of Keys" and "These Foolish Things" PLUS we have the 80-strong all-female jazz choir with their own programme.

Colin Murphy ● 6738d0 Comments ● 6738d

Plant Fair and More at Acton Market this weekend 26/27 April

Saturday Market: Farmer's Market 9am - 1pm, Art/Craft Market stalls 10am - 5pm.  The second annual PLANT FAIR will be held this Saturday at Acton Market.  Organised through the London Farmers' Markets, the Plant Fair takes place from 9am until 1pm. And don't forget that it's GIVE AND TAKE DAY this Saturday from 12:30 - 3:30. Bring your unwanted, useable items to the Market and reduce waste in our community! (no clothing, knives or electrical goods please!) Along with our regular food and craft traders, we've got several new traders including handmade soaps and natural skincare and an essential oils stall. The Oaktree Anglican Fellowship will be on hand with some children's activities and of course the Churchfield Community Association will be on hand.The following nurseries have been confirmed for Saturday:Little Coppice Nursery – This organic and biodynamic nursery from Buckinghamshire is a community-focused operation, and they often do talks, growing projects and workshops in schools across London. Aside from this, they have quite amazing plants, especially country garden perennials and shrubs, but also herbs, bulbs, annuals and vegetable seedlings. www.littlecoppice.comPennard Plants - Chris Smith runs Pennard Plants from within a Victorian walled garden in Somerset, they will have a huge variety of Agapanthus, Bamboos, grasses, Irises, Dieramas, Hellebores, Phormiums and Bromeliads. www.pennardplants.com Kitchen Garden Company- HampshireJohn and Catriona Kennard have some of the most attractive-looking herb, vegetable and fruit plants you can find anywhere. They are wholly committed to environmentally-friendly growing methods, and all their plants can be planted whilst still in the pot as all their pots are completely biodegradable. They have a vast array of plants available, and these include quince trees, grape vines, strawberry plants, basil, bay, caraway and catnip. www.thekitchengardencompany.co.ukEdible Ornamentals - Shaun and Jo, of Edible Ornamentals in Bedfordshire, grow over thirty different varieties of chilli peppers, ranging from mild tang to scorching heat.  They make a great effort to produce plants which not only produce fantastic-tasting chillies, but also look amazing too – hence the name. They also have a good selection of many other herb plants.www.edibleornamentals.co.ukSunday Market - Open 10am - 5pm the Sunday Market is going well and we are increasing the number of stalls every week. Try some delicious hot food, sit and have a coffee, have a go on the bouncy castle or browse through the stalls.

Michelle Smith ● 6740d1 Comments ● 6739d

What is it?

Have also posted this on the Shepherds Bush forum but don't think there are as many visitors...............On the pavement just outside entrance to  Dexters Estate Agent on Uxbridge Road (next to Hammersmith and City line tube station entrance and opposite Shepherds Bush Market) there is a heavy black metal object that looks to me it should be near the seaside.  Any body have any idea what it is???

Carol Burge ● 6745d2 Comments ● 6741d

Boris comes to Chiswick Tuesday 22nd April 2008

Boris Johnson, the Conservative Candidate for Mayor of London, is arriving at Turnham Green Terrace tomorrow afternoon at 3.15pm.He  will make his way to Chiswick High Road stopping outside Marks and Spencer's. He would be delighted to meet  anyone keen to raise issues with him and to hear his views and proposals.Tony Arbour, the hard working and highly respected Conservative candidate for the London Assembly will accompany Boris

David Giles ● 6742d2 Comments ● 6741d

CLEANER

Hello,I've recently moved to Hammersmith and looking for a cleaner for 2-3 hours per week, preferably on a Friday morning to clean and iron.Prefer someone with references and who is reliable and shows initiative. Any recommendations welcome. Thank you

Anthony Carrol ● 6750d1 Comments ● 6743d

John Betts and Thomas Pocklington

I was held up early this morning by a chap shunting his lorry around Goldhawk Road and I sat there picking my finger nails and looking around for "something begin.... with" questions so who are John Betts and Thomas Pocklington, why were courts and trust named after them and I have a sneeky feeling that this used to be called the "Gift" of Thomas Pocklington, so also why has it changed, over to you guys I know you will be able to answer me

Jo Smith ● 6800d4 Comments ● 6745d

Boris

Blond bombshell Boris may well be. Blonde bombshell he is not.

Keith Clarke ● 6759d6 Comments ● 6746d

HEALING IN CHISWICK

Tomorrow is the 2nd Monday of the month again so healers will be at the London Buddhist Vihara, The Avenue, W4 1UD between 11am and 1pm ready to welcome and give healing to anyone who turns up.  We look forward to seeing you tomorrow.Healing helps any condition, through from stress to physical illness.  The healing takes about 20 minutes.  There is no charge made for the healing (all the healers are working on a voluntary basis, although a donation is most welcome- all donations are given to the Vihara).You do not need to make an appointment or book and the maximum waiting time, if any, is 5-10 minutes.  If you want any further information before coming please give me a ring on 0788 189 6449.

Pat Smith ● 6750d0 Comments ● 6750d