Last night’s ‘Kitchen Table’ debate at Leila’s shop focused on development and regeneration plans in and around Arnold Circus in E2. Many people in the room have achieved great success in terms of fundraising and awareness and yet still seemed dispirited, even negative. Why? I believe that their efforts to date are highly praiseworthy. For real complaints these can be addressed by making formal representations to the powers-that-be! And it was somewhat disheartening to witness architects, developers and residents all reverting to type, just when I thought we were making progress.
I would like to discuss ideas for how to generate a more proactive, upbeat attitude and am hoping that we can continue the debate. Watch this space.