River life through a lens Amateur photographers are invited to enter Thames Lens as part of the Totally Thames festival. There are two categories: under 16 and over 16, and the deadline is October 1.se details at http://totallythames.org/get-involved/competition Greatest natural asset “We want the River Thames, the capital’s greatest natural asset, to be a source of constant inspiration and delight.” adrian evans, totally thames director News A ONE shilling piece dated 1948 and marble-like balls from old-fashioned fizzy drink bottles were among the finds during a clean-up of the Isle of Dogs foreshore at Newcastle Draw Dock last week. Some 50 volunteers spent a drizzly Monday morning collecting dozens of bin bags full of rubbish, much of it consisting of discarded plastic. The clean-up was organised by Thames 21 as part of the Totally Thames festival and was one of the environment charity’s regular forays on to the Island’s foreshore. Spokesman Chris Coode said the haul was much less than when they first started clearing the area five or six years ago when he said it was “just a sea of plastic bags”. And he said it wasn’t just the fault of residents – much of the rubbish washes up there because of the way the river flows past that part of the Island. You can join Thames 21 at their next event, searching for artefacts on Tower Beach on September 14 (details below). Take me to the river... BY LARAINE CLAY THE month-long Totally Thames festival got off to a bright start last week with a clean-up of the foreshore It was just one of many events being held throughout September along the 42-mile stretch of the river in London. A packed programme of arts, cultural and river activities are planned, with many taking place in or near Tower Hamlets. The Royal Greenwich Tall Ships Festival has already drawn the spectacle of majestic boats sailing up river to Greenwich and Wood Wharf on the Isle of Dogs. There’s still time to catch sight of them – they will be sailing back downriver on Tuesday, September 9. The Floating Cinema will be moored at St Katharine Docks from Wednesday to Sunday, September 10-14 for screenings and workshops. Discover the secrets of the docks archives on Wednesday from 7pm or watch short films about London’s waterways during the week. Tower Beach, a gated part of the foreshore at the front of the Tower of London, will be Inside this week’s issue off the Isle of Dogs. Tales from the riverbank All things Totally Thames at month-long river festival see page 2 ISSUE 1026 8 – 14 SEPTEMBER 2014 ‘You don’t have to be a genius’ Prof Brian Cox goes back to school to talk science see page 6 75 years of good food Loyal customers join birthday celebrations at Aldgate eatery see page 3 WWW.TOWERHAMLETS.GOV.UK NEWS FROM TOWER HAMLETS COUNCIL AND YOUR COMMUNITY Borough on the up, even in hard times Local economy the most dynamic in UK, says report Occupying eight square miles, the borough is characterised by extreme opposites; high – although reducing – levels of child poverty while home to Canary Wharf, one of the world’s most important financial districts. The council’s ambitious Whitechapel Masterplan aims to build 3,500 new homes and create up to 5,000 local jobs. The plan will see the revitalisation of Whitechapel Road, the creation of a civic hub, improved market and enhanced business mix. Cabinet member for housing and development Cllr Rabina Khan said: “By continuing to support the development of new homes, local business and infrastructure, we have invested in local residents, enabling them to thrive during times of adversity.” The full report – Where Growth Happens – can be found at www.grant-thornton.co.uk PC LAPTOPS CCTV SALES REPAIRS NETWORKING UPGRADES ovoT61 Complete Leno Intel Core2 2Duo 1.8GHz Windows V 2GB RAM 80GB HDD DVD/CDRW Vista Business Lenov £100 voT430 Intel Cor re i5 2.53GHz 4GB RAM 320GB HDD DVDRW WebCam Windows 7 £235 milltec ill Lenovo T60 Intel Dual Core 1.8GHz 1GB RAM 60GB HDD DVD/CDRW Windows Vista Business £90 Ex-Lease Ex-Lease HP6450p HP 6450p Intel Core i5 2.4GHz 2GB RAM 250GB HDD DVD Windows 7 Pro Ex-Lease £199 Ex-Lease 020 7791 1200 020 490 Bethnal Green Rd, E2 0EA 32” 32HFL4351D LCD Television £95 Hp L1710 17”Monitor £10 7739 3959 www.milltec.co.uk PC Systems f from £79 2 £65 LCD Television 247 Beth hnal Green Rd, E2 6AB sales@milltec.co.uk BY SHALINA HUSSAIN TOWER Hamlets has one of the most dynamic economies in the country, according to a national report. Accountancy firm Grant Thornton ranked the borough top of its high growth index, showing that it has better growth than cities such as Manchester and Birmingham. It also leads the field for the best local authorities, not just in London but across the country. The index analysed factors such as demographics – if there is a skilled, young and active workforce, and diverse communities – as well as economic potential for growth and environmental factors. Despite the country emerging from the worst economic crisis in many years, Tower Hamlets has agreed ambitious regeneration plans such as Blackwall Reach and Wood Wharf. The council has recognised the importance of nurturing talent and invested heavily in transforming schools and raising attainment levels. This has resulted in all secondary schools being either refurbished or rebuilt, and rising GCSE and A Levels results. It is now ranked as the top inner London borough for sending young people to university. Mayor Lutfur Rahman told East End Life: “The report speaks for itself – having a highly skilled workforce, diverse communities, access to modern amenities and support for local skills all contribute to continuous growth and opportunity. “Tower Hamlets is a dynamic borough offering much to be proud of, benefiting residents, visitors and investors alike. “Our strategy going forward is to focus on skills development of residents alongside meeting the needs of businesses in the sectors that are expanding in our borough.” Poplar Dock Marina with the Canary Wharf estate in the background • 2-5 Years Guaranteed Rent •0% Commission 020 8983 4444 3 Months rent in advance paid!* * Terms & conditions apply Mayor’s column....................................................................6 Useful information...................................................8 Health news..........................................................................9 History..........................................................................13 Council information.......................................14 & 15 Harmony...........................................................16 & 17 open on Sunday, September 14 from 11am- 1.30pm when people can go along and look for artefacts with experts. You could take anything you find, or already have, to the Foreshore Finds open morning at the Museum of London Docklands at West India Quay on Saturday, September 20 from 10am-1pm. The Great River Race on Saturday, September 27 will see some 300 crews leaving Millwall at 12.30pm towards Ham in Surrey. The full programme of events can be found at www.totallythames.org Sports & Play Festival.....................................18 & 19 Out & About guide..........................................20 & 21 Eating out, eating in..............................................23 Property..................................................................25-29 Recruitment & training......................................30 Sport.......................................................................34-36 East End Life is produced by Tower Hamlets Council, Town Hall, Mulberry Place, 5 Clove Crescent, E14 2BG. 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