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Labour motion calls for major commemoration of First World War centenary in Tower Hamlets

November 21, 2013 by trialbyjeory

This will be submitted by the Labour group to the full meeting of Tower Hamlets council on November 27:

Motion on Centenary of WW1

Proposer: Cllr Sirajul Islam

Seconder: Cllr Rachael Saunders

This Council Notes:

–       That 2014 will mark the centenary of World War One.

–       As time passes the personal memory of this event diminishes.

–       This was the first major conflict of the modern era in which civillain communities were attacked and this included Londoners.

–       Remembrance Sunday represents a unique and important point each year where we commemorate all of those who have and continue to fight for our country, especially those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

–       We should also note the sacrifice and suffering of civilian communities.

This Council Believes:

–       It is important to our sense of community and legacy that the memory and knowledge of those events is never lost.

–       It is an important part of our cultural heritage to remember and share in the great history of our country and the contribution of East Enders.

–       That an appreciation of the decisions of the past gives us a better understanding of the world.

–       That the centenary presents an opportunity to share in collective commemoration of the role of East End communities.

This Council resolves:

–       To note the contribution and sacrifice of East Enders, both as civilians and as members of our and our allies Armed Forces.

–       To call upon the Speaker of the Council to work with the Head of Paid Service to organise a high profile commemorative event for next year’s World War One centenary.

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Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged first world war, labour group, rachael saunders, sirajul islam, tower hamlets council | 2 Comments

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  1. on November 22, 2013 at 5:59 pm WHS

    Oh, wow, Ted, you’ve got hold of a series of Labour motions all in favour of motherhood and apple pie.

    Of course, the new Chairman of the Tower Hamlets Poppy Appeal is the Limehouse Tory councillor Craig Aston – he’s gone and raised £105,000 for the Poppy Appeal in 2012-13 and looks on course to break that this year – he’s actually doing something, while Labour and Rahman vie to claim all the credit – when are you going to recognise the Tory effort in doing something rather than just Labour/Rahman self-congratulatory council motions?


  2. on November 23, 2013 at 1:33 pm trialbyjeory

    Not quite sure about the tone of that comment….am just publishing of what’s being proposed for debate next week.

    Brilliant work by Craig.

    I understand Lutfur’s campaigner in Bow is working behind the scenes for a big event in Victoria Park for the WW1 anniversary.

    Whatever is done should be low cost, low key, somber and full of dignity…and devoid of photo opps.



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