What happened in Hammersmith in June 2003

What happened in Hammersmith in June 2003

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	Bicycles as public transport Pilot scheme for bike rental to start in Hammersmith.
	Cycle parking for Burlington Danes School "Fewer young people are cycling to school because they don't feel they have a safe place to leave their bikes", said Mayor. Residents urge government to avoid the third runway Brackenbury Residents Association is concerned about traffic congestion, noise from overflying aircraft and pollution. 3rd runway: what will speak louder? Consultation is about to close with TUC's support. The trade union representing 7 million workers says that Heathrow should come first despite community being "unhappy". Overnight home burglary rising Police advice on home security. Beware of bogus police They are stealing mobile phones in Hammersmith. Appeal for information on a shooting in Sundew Avenue Tram: 1-0 to the active community Residents complained of not being properly consulted. Now, Mayor extends consultation period and TfL promises to meet every single business in Uxbridge Road.
	A 17th Century manuscript found in Hammersmith The book will help research about life in South of Spain after the Christian Reconquest.
	Five local schools win arts education award "Arts have the power to transform lives", says Peter Hewitt, Chief Executive of Arts Council England. A "revolution" in our schools Introduction of language learning in local primary schools. Local post-codes dominate the list of worst performers for first class mail The day against that noisy neighbour The responsibility for noise enforcement lies with local authorities, but people still complain to the police about neighbour noise. Olympia Butchers is back in business Sid Kassabian reaches an agreement with the Council over the rent increase. Free compost bin to all residents Council is offering a three-month trial of compost bins and subsided prices.
	Support to raise St Peter's roof The historic church, situated within St Peter's Square Conservation area, needs to raise funds for the roof's restoration.
	Are we ready? First hospitals, now the Police and there are plans to give to locals direct powers over schools, libraries, leisure centres... In the 1st of a series, HF Police Superintendent discusses the importance of citizen's involvement and their lack of interest. Associations are the ideal way to empower residents, says BRA There is no need for any more officials to carry out a government agenda.
	Now or Never Ken supports GM Free initiative but Council is slow to respond to public concerns.
	Report makes grim reading for local rail users South West still the least punctual whilst Silverlink's North London Line is the most crowded. Business partners needed for the Summer Challenge Local GP fails to diagnose illness; patient dies One of a record 4,000 complaints against the NHS this year. Play care charges up 156% Fees will go from 11.50 to 29.50 pounds from September. Grants for gardens, play areas or squares Up to 100,000 pounds for community groups willing to improve open spaces in their neighbourhood. Award for community projects Up to 5,000 pounds to anti-social behaviour projects. £21,000 for security in small shops Money will pay for burglar alarms, better locks, CCTV cameras and also environmental improvements. Big business None other than George Soros is behind a business deal that includes serviced offices in the neighbourhood. Artists at Home 30th Anniversary
	Leave to Remain The exhibition explores and represents an experience of being a refugee in the UK.
	West London Green Festival Party on the pier At Chiswick Pier, Corney Reach Way. Instrumental Extravaganza for Children Summer evening with music and art @ St. Peter's It's Visual Arts Season The Comedy of Errors At St. Peter's Square. Farmer's Market At Hammersmith Town Hall. Madam Butterfly At the Lyric.