Fownhope’s Heart of Oak Society traces its roots to the age of friendly societies, when communities provided their own safety net. Its anniversary celebrations reveal a tradition still very much alive, says MARK SEDDON
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IT’S BEEN a very tough few weeks for North Kenners affected by Grenfell.
The Channel 4 programme of September 8 — Grenfell: the Untold Story — included footage of Grenfell residents at meetings discussing the refurb before the fire, as well as scenes from the fire.
It was very honest and very painful. In 2016 the artist/film-maker who made the film had been commissioned by Kensington and Chelsea Tenant Management Organisation (KCTMO) to create art projects with residents in the run-up to the proposed “regeneration” (bulldozing and redevelopment) of Silchester West and the refurb of the tower.
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