Ayshea Buksh

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Protest after birds attacked with catapults in south London park.

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Ayshea Buksh

Calls for catapult law to tackle wildlife crimeBBCCampaigners claim attacks on wildlife have now become a daily occurrenceCampaigners in south-east London are calling on the government to tighten the law on catapults to stop wildlife being killed. Volunteers at Priory Gardens in Orpington said they have recorded an increase in geese, ducks and swans being attacked by people shooting ammunition such as ball bearings from the weapons, which are not illegal to own or carry.
Talent show that 'helps create unity' marks 25 years

2 months ago | bbc.com | Ayshea Buksh

Show that 'helps create unity' marks 25 yearsShanei Stephenson-HarrisThe sell-out show sees dancers, singers, spoken word artists and MCs from all over London competeA talent show where past winners have included singer Leona Lewis and dance group Diversity returned to north-east London to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Created by Hackney-based youth project The Crib, Boroughs United aims to bring young people together to try to combat postcode rivalry amid tensions in communities.
Show that 'helps create unity' marks 25 years

2 months ago | msn.com | Ayshea Buksh

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Community projects thrive in wake of tragedy

2 months ago | bbc.com | Ayshea Buksh |Gem O'Reilly

'My music was therapy after the Grenfell fire'Ayshea Buksh & Gem O'ReillyBBC"There were a lot of underlying issues I hadn't really come to peace with," Malachi Saunders saysProject leaders helping to assist and rebuild the community in the aftermath of the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire say they have achieved successes they never thought possible.
What can be done about LPS tower block safety issues?

Jan 19, 2025 | msn.com | Ayshea Buksh |Liz Jackson

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What can be done about LPS tower block safety issues?

Jan 19, 2025 | yahoo.com | Ayshea Buksh |Liz Jackson

More than100 tower blocks across the capital have been built with prefabricated concrete panels known as a Large Panel System (LPS), many of which could have safety issues, a BBC London investigation has found. Not all LPS blocks are necessarily dangerous but their structure means they are more prone to defects and weaknesses, and some blocks which have been strengthened or had remediation work may now be considered structurally sound.
Over 100 London tower blocks may have safety issues

Jan 18, 2025 | msn.com | Ayshea Buksh |Liz Jackson

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London: 'Councils didn't say our tower blocks may collapse'

Jan 13, 2025 | bbc.com | Ayshea Buksh |Liz Jackson

Image caption, Lesta Hall and Rochelle Wright-Clarke say they were not told the extent of the risks in their building, which is made with Large Panel System (LPS) concrete Ayshea Buksh & Liz Jackson"I feel disgusted.
Grenfell community unified in steps toward justice

Sep 5, 2024 | yahoo.com | James Kelly |Ayshea Buksh

James W Kelly - BBC News and Ayshea Buksh - BBC LondonSeptember 5, 2024 at 3:15 PM·3 min read"For us it's about coming together and figuring out what our next steps are as a community."That's according to Paul Menacer, a survivor of the Grenfell Tower fire, as he and his neighbours continue to digest the findings of the inquiry's 1,700-page final report.
'Keep Grenfell in your hearts during carnival'

Aug 23, 2024 | yahoo.com | Ayshea Buksh

During each day of the Notting Hill Carnival since 2017, the loud music coming from the sound systems is briefly turned off. People are encouraged to respect a short 72-second silence - one for each of the lives lost in the Grenfell Tower fire over seven years ago. At many points along the west London parade route, Grenfell Tower is clearly visible. The Grenfell tragedy on 14 June 2017 has had a great impact on the local community involved with the carnival ever since.