Boosting confidence and employability Founded by the Prince of Wales in 2007, Mosaic inspires young people to realise their talents and potential by linking them with mentors such as Abdin Ahmed (left) to boost their confidence. see story below Caring for 40 years Look Ahead has provided specialist support and care to people with a variety of needs for almost 40 years. www.lookahead.org.uk News News in brief Murder charge A MAN has been charged with the murder of 43-year-old John Keenan at Newbold Cottages, Sidney Street, Whitechapel on January 1. Terry Hamer, 34, also of Newbold Cottages, appeared in custody at Thames Magistrates’ Court on January 3. A 25-year-old woman who was also arrested has been bailed to return to an east London police station in February pending further enquiries. Whitechapel killing A MAN has been charged with the murder of a woman in Whitechapel. Abdulqadir Abdullah, 34, of Denning Point, Commercial Street, E1, was charged on December 28 with the murder of a 40-year-old woman whose body was found by police the previous day. He is due to appear at the Old Bailey this Tuesday, January, 13. Fire engine crash TWO firefighters were taken to hospital last Tuesday, January 6, after their fire engine from Poplar fire station crashed into a building in Churchill Place, Canary Wharf. The vehicle was responding to reports of a fire in Churchill Place which London Fire Brigade said turned out to be a false alarm. Another firefighter was treated at the scene. The cause of the crash is under investigation. Isle of Dogs resident Abdin Ahmed meets the Prince of Wales at the royal estate in Sandringham Abdin’s delight as Prince praises Mosaic’s mentors have been given this award,” said Mr Ahmed, who has been a mentor since 2009. “Working with Mosaic and the children is my way of giving something back and, while I certainly never expected recognition for it, I am delighted and flattered to have been selected from such a worthy, inspirational group of individuals.” LANDLORDS Does Your Agent Have? Licensed ARLA member for lengs? Licensed NAEA member for sales? ? We offer Rent Guarantee 0% Commission Sell your Property 1% Commission 8 Vallance Road, London E1 5HR 0207 375 1188 / 079 4487 2919 (line open 9am-11pm) www.primeestateagents.co.uk admin@primeestateagents.co.uk Members of: young people from deprived communities to realise their talents and potential. As part of Mosaic’s mentoring scheme, he works alongside secondary school students and helps to build their confidence and public speaking skills. Mr Ahmed, who is a senior technical support analyst for global law firm Dentons, also encourages the young people to aim high in their studies and future work prospects. 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Visit: www.just-eat.co.uk/restaurants-chilligarlic-e3 New Year Honours Continued from page 1 Other people honoured from the borough include: Jonathan Moulds from Wapping who received the CBE for services to the London Symphony Orchestra; Brigid McBride, from the E14 area, who is digital director at HM Revenue and Customs, received the OBE for services to UK digital transformation; John Newbigin, from E1, who chairs Creative England, received the OBE for services to the creative industries and the arts; Katharine Heron, Professor of Architecture at University of Westminster, from E14, received the MBE for services to architecture and higher education. Mental health project launch A CHARITABLE organisation which is starting a mental health project this month is inviting anyone affected by such issues to the launch event this Thursday, January 15. The Towards Recovery project will be launched at the Look Ahead Recovery Centre, 53a Barnsley Street, Bethnal Green from 12-3pm. 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