Connecting with a new generation “We’re trying to change politics for the better, to connect a whole generation of younger voters, so it’s really encouraging to have the backing of such a major business.” joe hall, no one ever told me about politics Doing the business Tower Hamlets College runs a number of professional level business and finance courses. www.tower.ac.uk Business news News in brief Smart headstart A TRAINING provider is calling on local businesses to help young people in the area get a headstart. Smart Training, based on the Isle of Dogs, said youngsters on the government traineeship programme were looking for unpaidwork placements so they can progress into the world of work. The programme is a combination of work experience and training which is designed to help 16- to 24-year-olds secure a job and build their confidence in the workplace. By offering them an opportunity of work experience, businesses will also benefit from a free pair of hands to help them for up to 16 hours a week over two or three days. If your business can help, call Smart Training’s placements team on 3700 4294 or email start@smart-training.com Step up to success A CANARY Wharf bank is offering scholarships to top students from underprivileged and under-represented backgrounds who are interested in finance. Credit Suisse runs the twoyear Steps to Success programme which offers young people internships from when they pass their A Levels plus tuition fees to support them through their university studies. Selection is based on academic excellence, leadership abilities and interest in the financial services industry – and students must have applied through UCAS for a place at university. For more information go to the bank’s website at www. credit-suisse.com Amy appeals to crowd BY JESSICA ODUBAYO A BETHNAL Green resident who has created an app aimed at engaging young people in politics has launched a crowd funding campaign to get it live in time for next year’s general election. Joe Hall, a member of crossparty campaigning group No One Ever Told Me About Politics, has created the Ask Amy app to provide jargon-free information to young adults aged 25 to 34. Users who download the app can submit questions about politics, no matter how simple or niche, and Amy will reply. He has already been awarded £1,000 start-up funding but needs more cash to develop the app. Joe, 35, presented his idea at Digi Factor, a fringe event at this year’s political party conferences, and Ask Amy won the support of judges and the crowd. Telecommunications company TalkTalk awarded Joe £1,000 to help develop the prototype. He said he was grateful for the funding and he has now launched the crowd funding campaign to raise more money. “We’re trying to change politics for the better, to connect a whole generation of younger voters, so it’s really encouraging to have the backing of such a major business,” he said Alexandra Birtles from TalkTalk said: “Ask Amy is a fantastic example of how technology can be used to engage people and communities, and make Britain better off. With the general election fast approaching this app is a great resource to keep people informed.” To view a demo of Ask Amy, visit the No One Ever Told Me About Politics You Tube page at https://www.you tube.com/watch? v=GnR1CjDWFPI TOWER Hamlets hairdressing student Raminta Petuchovaite (left) cut it with the best in the industry, by making it through to the final of the British Hairdressing Student of the Year competition. Raminta, 28, took part in a 50-minute practical and ten-minute interview at L’Oréal Studios in London on October 12. Industry experts looked at the competitors’ techniques, creativity and cutting and styling skills as well as their passion for the industry. Raminta’s competition entry featured an asymmetrical bob, which she said was inspired by fire and passion. “I was very excited to be in the final. I still can’t really believe it. I had an amazing tutor who really sparked my interest in hairdressing and motivated me,” she said. Lisa Coles, head of the creative and retail industries faculty at Tower Hamlets College, said: “We are so proud of Raminta for making it through to the national final. She has seen off some tough competition and it is brilliant recognition of her talents and determination. It shows how good our students really can be. She is an inspiration to others.” Tutor Deborah Du Barry added: “Raminta is passionate about hairdressing and has demonstrated some real skills in making it through to the final.” Raminta makes the cut Beautifully Equipped Montessori Classrooms Give your child a head start (Starting from January 12th 2015) We would like to offer places at our primary school for all eligible children born between 1/1/10 and 31/12/11 FREE OF CHARGE to residents of Tower Hamlets. Morning 9.30 – 12.30 or Afternoon 1.30 - 4.30 (Term times only) (Term times only) “Book your visit to guarantee your January start” Green Gables Primary School 4 Wapping Lane, London E1W 2RG +44 (0)20 7488 9237 www.greengablesschool.com 20 – 26 OCTOBER 2014 N E W S F R O M T OWER HAMLETS COUNCIL AND YOUR COMMUNITY 11
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