This week at the North London Star

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Editorial comment from Phil Tsappas

It’s my pleasure to be asked, again, by the ‘Committee of Tedium’ (the admin and schedulers of the site) too write up an editorial of last week’s highlights from the North London Star.

Last week Jim Jepps reported from a meeting in Camden where Patrick Harvie, Green member of the Scottish Parliament, spoke on Scottish Independence:

“He argued that the Welfare State now specialises in two things – bullying people into low paid work, and subsidising low paid work, poverty pay. Advocating a Citizen’s Income (sometimes called a Basic Income) of £50 a week for under 16s, £100 for adults and £150 a week for pensioners we would not only guarantee that dignity but it would also provide a bottom up economic stimulus.”

A fascinating article written by “Owen” entitled “The race to follow Frank Dobson – who will Camden Labour select?” was posted on 15 August. It starts by saying:

“A few weeks ago Holborn and St Pancras MP Frank Dobson finally confirmed the worst-kept secret in north London political circles, announcing his retirement at the next election after more than three decades in Parliament.”

The article then goes on to give a detailed summary on who they are. A must read.

The Noticeboard continues to be filled with interesting events in North London. Admittedly, the last two weeks of August are quieter than other weeks, however, it doesn’t mean things go ‘dead’ quiet. Many of the meetings are in preparation for September – such as:

• The story of Baby P – Ray Jones in Conversation – 4th September
• Barnet Alliance for Public Services (BAPS) AGM – 10th September

And don’t forget at the end of the month, at Tottenham Chances;

• Hip Hop is bigger than the occupation.

Please keep your comments coming, and your posts. The site has set its aim to support the left in North London, that means we’re open for anyone who wants to have their say. The submission form is where you can write an article about your experiences in a campaign, fighting sanctions at the job centre, on the high street, etc. Alternatively feel free to send your views and opinions to office@northlondonstar.org.uk.

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