The Brent Magazine - Summer 2016

SUMMER 2016 ISSUE 148

Brent

NEWS VIEWS COMPETITIONS WHATS ON LOCAL INFO FEATURES ARTS & CULTURE

Your magazine about life in Brent, published by Brent Council

Fryent Country Park plays host to Rangeelu Gujarat, a two-day festival celebrating Gujarati culture

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32 Stories of BrentTheres a new film about Brent

26Love where you live Join locals and help clean up the borough

18BugbustersPlagued by beasts? Brent Pest Control to the rescue

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Active summerMeet the Rio hopefuls, and our fitness guide

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Wembley eventsJoin in with the fun!

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News 4A round up of the latest news in Brent

The top team 22Meet the new Cabinet and Mayor

Its time to talk 29Read about Brents new initiative to help combat crime

Getting back into work 24Brent Start helps another resident to get a job

Arts and culture 34Theatre, opera, music and more in your borough

Whats on 38Classes, events and opportunities near you

Lets danceCapoeira classes during Brent Dance Month

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Game on: building on Wembleys success

Let the Olympic Games in Rio inspire you this summerNow that the brighter days have arrived,

its time we encourage the kids to put

down the electronic devices and spend

more time being active. Sadly, it is no secret

that children in Brent have worse than

average levels of obesity.

Childhood obesity is associated with

significant health problems including Type

2 diabetes and lack of physical activity is

amongst one of the biggest causes.

However, with

the Olympic

Games in Rio

and Euro 2016

in France soon

set to dominate our TV

sets, we have a great

opportunity to be inspired by

the worlds greatest athletes,

some of whom are local, and get the whole

family off the sofa and active this summer.

Weve pulled together a detailed round-up

of all the best local activities many of which are

absolutely free. See pages 12-15.

Along with the many sporting activities

on offer, Granville and Roundwood Youth

Centres also have many activities for

young people to enjoy including arts,

crafts, DJing, and drama. Being active is

not just good for the body but its great

for the mind too. For more information

visit www.bmyvoice.org.uk

I am extremely proud of Brent. Our green

spaces, parks, sports facilities, events and

nightlife are great and its

time we got out and

about and enjoyed

everything the great

Brent summer has

to offer!

Cllr Muhammed ButtLeader of Brent

Council

Its good news for children and families in Brent as 91 per cent of schools in the borough are now rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

There are 84 schools in Brent which include 59 primary schools, 12 secondary schools, four nurseries, four special schools, two pupil referral units and three all-through schools, which provide both primary and secondary education.

In the last four months, the Ofsted judgements of three Brent schools have moved from Requires Improvement to Good, one has improved from Inadequate to Good and one has moved from Good to Outstanding.

Tooth decay amongst five-year-olds in the borough has seen the biggest decrease in London 15.1 per cent.

These figures are promising but the need for regular brushing, avoiding sugary

snacks and drinks, and the importance of regular dentist visits is still important.

Visit www.brent.gov.uk/healthysmiles.

91% of local schools make the grade

Drop in tooth decay is sweet

Five schools in Brent have had their rating raised by Ofsted

New park opens in South KilburnFamilies in South Kilburn were the first to enjoy Woodhouse Urban Park, when it officially opened in May.

The park features modern, robust wooden play equipment from swings to climbing frames, and new seating areas perfect for families.

Cllr Butt, Leader of Brent Council said:Woodhouse Urban Park is a stunning

new open space which sits in the heart of the transformation of South Kilburn. Designed in consultation with local residents they can feel a sense of ownership over it and take pride in their own community space.

Thousands of new homes, student accommodation, shops, places to relax and have fun, are all coming to Wembley as part of a 2.5 billion regeneration.

Some exciting new developments received planning approval in May including: 4,850 new homes, a new school and student accommodation around Wembley Stadium. These plans will result in 7,000 jobs, new retail and leisure spaces, new community facilities and parking spaces. The plans were submitted by Quintain, the property development company, which owns the land around Wembley Stadium. More than 80 million will also be provided by Quintain to improve the local area.

Away from the stadium, two new residential buildings will replace Chesterfield House in the town centre. These buildings at 21 and 26 storeys high will provide 239 new homes.

The plans for this development received planning approval in April, and will see the creation of a new community space, shops and businesses on the ground floor, and a new public square.

Cllr Roxanne Mashari, Brent Councils Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Growth, Employment and Skills said:

Wembley is our biggest growth area for which we have great ambitions. Its not just about building new homes, but creating a better place where people can access services and jobs, enjoy life and have a strong sense of community.

For more information, turn to pages 30-31. Approvals are subject to consideration by the Mayor of London.

NEWS IN BRIEF

HEAVY FINE FOR FAKE CIGSA convenience store owner in Willesden has been fined 1,600 and ordered to pay costs of 1,081 for possessing cigarettes without displaying the correct health warnings.Thirty-seven year-old store owner, Mr Ketan Patel of Field End Road, South Ruislip had 128 packs of Blunts, 80 pouches of hand rolling tobacco and 57 packets of cigarettes confiscated by Brent Council Trading Standards Officers.

CRACKDOWN ON BLUE BADGE FRAUDTwo motorists caught misusing Blue Badges had their vehicles removed from the road and impounded during a crackdown against unauthorised parking in Harlesden. The operation was carried out by officers from the council, accompanied by police, in Harlesden town centre. The Blue Badges were seized and the motorists were issued with a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) for misusing them.

DROPPING THE BASS ON NOISY NEIGHBOURSA Brent tenant with a history of playing loud music has been ordered to pay 950 for playing her music too loud. Charlene Hall of Melrose Avenue in Mapesbury was sentenced at Willesden Magistrates Court in April where evidence was presented that she was playing music so loud that a neighbour was unable to reasonably enjoy living in their own home.

Children enjoying the newplayground at Woodhouse Urban Park

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Brent Excellent for equalities says LGAEqualities experts from the local government body representing over 400 councils in the UK, have handed Brent Council the highest possible award for equalities after a recent review.

After recent changes, officers from the Local Government Association (LGA) were invited by Brent Council to review its performance for equalities, which have been rated as Excellent under the LGAs Equality Framework for Local Government.

The councils Diversity Reference Group, Departmental Equalities Groups and Members Equality Committee were all praised by the LGA, as was the councils roll-out of the Aspire Leadership Development Programme. The accessibility of Brent Civic Centre was also praised.

Five schools in Brent have had their rating raised by Ofsted

Perfect timing for Wembley golfer who hits hole-in-oneA Wembley golfer will have no excuse for missing his next tee-time after he was presented with a limited-edition watch for hitting a hole-in-one. Keith Pretty, 47, a 25-handicapper, was presented with the watch as part of a promotional event at the course having scored his ace on the 139-yard, par-three, 17th hole at Royal Malta Golf Club.

Brent Police in partnership with the council are calling on the community to continue to stand firm against gang crime and violence.

The appeal comes after seven incidents of violent crime took place within two months.

Michael Gallagher, Borough Commander said: These tragic events have brought our policing team, partners and communities together.

We are working with Operation Trident to increase patrols, improve intelligence through neighbourhood engagement, and create meaningful conversations with people in classrooms, at street level and in homes.

As ever your voice remains a powerful tool in the fight against crime.

Report crime by contacting Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

BRENT IS ALIVE WITH THE SOUND OF MUSIC

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Fifty years on from Englands proudest football moment when skipper Bobby Moore lifted the FIFA World Cup trophy, a local girls football team lift a trophy of their own.

Brent Schools FA under 11 girls team were presented with the Surrey League cup at half time during the Womens FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. The girls were overjoyed to have shared the same pitch as some of their idols and commented that: It was a dream come true.

The U11s were supported by a 300 strong fan club consisting of teachers, family and friends.

Football is now the most popular team sport in the country amongst women and this increased interest shows no sign of relenting with over a million women and girls playing the game.

For more information about Brent Schools FA, visit www.brentschoolsfa.org.uk

Wembley cup joy for football U11s

More than 1,200 young musicians from Brent will perform at the famous SSE Arena stage this July as part of Brent Makes Music. The event includes members of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Brent Young Musician of the Year 2016, and a 1000-voice choir. www.SSEArena.co.uk

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The show goes on despite Tricycle refurbThe Tricycle will close temporarily this summer, as a major development programme to renovate the building begins. No worries for movie-lovers, though, as the cinema will stay open throughout.

As wed expect from the Tricycle, theyll be going out in style, ending the season

with the UK premiere of The Invisible Hand, an

exciting, fast-paced new thriller written by Pulitzer Prize-winner, Ayad Akhtar. www.tricycle.co.uk

Every 20 minutes across the UK, a child comes into care in need of a foster family. In Brent, there are over 300 children and young people who need fostering. In May, this years Foster Care Fortnight was marked by a giant blue heart placed near the iconic Wembley Stadium (right). If you would like to find out more about fostering, visit www.brent.gov.uk/fostering

Do you have the heart to foster?

NEWS

Wembley cup joy for football U11s

TheTricycle

Theatre closes

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summer, but

cinema stays

open

We can provide more

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A local teenager who helps out at sports charity for young people has spoken of the benefits of volunteering, as he prepares for university.

Saqlain Choudry, pictured, registered with Volunteering Brent to help develop new skills for his CV and stand out from a competitive crowd when applying for university.

After initially joining the charity Kids Run Free as an ordinary volunteer, Saqlain now manages a small team of volunteers after he was promoted to the position of Running Event Director.

Gaining skills through volunteering in public speaking, managing others, engaging with a variety of people, as well as improving his general confidence, Saqlain said: If you have the time and the capacity to volunteer, you should. I have developed existing skills and am constantly picking up new ones!

Interested in volunteering? Visit www.volunteeringbrent.org.uk.

Could you volunteer like Saqlain?

Hundreds of new council homes will be provided to help people in need of housing under a 130 million plan agreed by Brent Councils Cabinet this spring.

As well as agreeing to create almost 600 council-owned affordable private rented and temporary accommodation units over the next

three years, councillors also committed the first 10

million to the project, known as the Temporary Accommodation Reform Plan.

The plan includes better help and guidance

for private sector renters in Brent who may be

threatened with eviction, so that they can find

accommodation in areas they can afford at an early stage and avoid homelessness.

Cllr Margaret McLennan, Deputy Leader of Brent Council said: We are to invest a very substantial amount of money and resource into acquiring and developing our own stock of temporary and Local Housing Allowance rent accommodation, so that we can provide more, better affordable housing for those in a crisis situation.

130m to help homeless people

Potholes, overgrown trees and branches, and faded road markings are just some of the new additions to the list of things you can report with the Cleaner Brent App.

Having made it easier to report litter, illegal rubbish dumping, and other problems in streets and public spaces, the functions of the app are expanding

so that its more useful to report issues to Brent Council.

The changes mean you can now report things like faulty manhole covers, kerbs, bollards, railings, road signs and blocked street drains.

Reporting street issues is

done in a few simple clicks and is a great way in which you can show that you Love

Where You Live and play your part in making Brent a cleaner,

greener borough.Theres more on the Love Where

You Live campaign on pages 26 and 28.

Potholes, cracked pavements, overgrown trees or blocked drains?


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Come along to Rangeelu Gujarat the Glorious State!On 20 and 21 August, Fryent Country Park

in Kingsbury will play host to Rangeelu Gujarat a two-day interactive festival celebrating Gujarati culture.

The event will showcase Gujarati arts including literature, food, fashion, music, dance and much more. Guests will take a walk through the streets of haggle alley, breathe in the scent of mouth-watering street food whilst listening to the sound of live traditional music.

The interactive workshops, mud works, kids crafts, farmers market, kite flying, sports demos and stand-up comedy are sure to win the hearts of all ages and backgrounds.

The beautiful recreations of the famous architecture and history of Gujurat will be a major attraction for British culture enthusiasts as this large scale, one of a kind event makes its debut in the UK. Come along and find out why

Gujarat is often referred to as the Jewel of Western India.

ITS NOT ROCKET SCIENCE IS IT?Children at Byron Court Primary School in North Wembley have embarked on a voyage of discovery and are growing seeds that have been sent into space and tended to by world-famous astronaut, Major Tim Peake. This out-of-this-world experiment is part of educational project, Rocket Science.

Major Tim Peake

2million boost for highways in Brent A plan to spend an additional 2 million on improving roads and pavements around the borough has been agreed.

Despite significant cuts in funding from central government, the councils Cabinet agreed an additional 2million, on top of the existing 3.55million annual budget, to improve the maintenance and upkeep of roads and pavements around the borough.

The 2million cash boost will allow the council to extend the life of roads and pavements and reduce the need for multiple return visits. This will mean that more can be done to reduce trip hazards and potentially damaging potholes, and to keep the streets of Brent safe for all to use.

Cllr Eleanor Southwood, Brent Councils Cabinet Member for Environment, said: The state of the roads around the country is a really hot topic and although we do perform well on a London-wide level, residents have told us that they want to see the council doing more.

Bringing all of our roads and pavements up to scratch would cost 100million. Improving our processes and using more cost effective materials will make sure that the funding we do have is used as efficiently as possible.

With this extra investment and better ways of working, I hope well see a borough which is more accessible with far fewer potholes and pavement trips.

July is Brent Dance Month and this summer as we celebrate all things Brazil, the spotlight is on capoeira, the Brazilian martial art incorporating acrobatics, dance, percussion, and song.

Capoeira is taught locally by Professor Topera who moved from Brazil to London in 2005 with the goal of bringing the Capoeira Esporao movement to the UK. He now lives in Brent with his wife Arianna and young son.

Describing the martial art, Professor Topera says: Capoeira is a dance, game and martial art. It is malcia (trickery), mandinga (magic), it is everything the mouth can eat. It has a beginning but no end. Believe in capoeira, it is life. Learn to live, live and let live, play and let play.

Capoeira Esporao are giving lessons during Brent Dance Month at various locations around the borough. Family sessions are on Saturdays at Willesden

Leisure Centre, 1-2pm. Contact Professor Topera on 07791086040 or email

[email protected] to book.

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Walled garden opens once againBoasting formal lawns, rose beds, a rockery, flower borders, vegetable and fruit gardens and a high-rise wildlife home, the Roe Green Walled Garden is once again opening its doors to visitors for the summer. Maintained by volunteers from the Barn Hill Conservation Group, the Victorian walled garden in Roe Green Park can be accessed for free every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday between 10am and 2pm.

Vamos danar Lets dance!

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You can change a childs life www.brent.gov.uk/adoption

adoptBrent

Adoption information evenings are held on the first Thursday of every month from 5.45pm at Brent Civic Centre.

Call 020 8937 4525or [email protected] book your place

Get together and feel all right If you are a special guardian or adopter living in Brent, you should be aware that there is money available fortherapeutic services if your child is experiencing emotional or behavioural issues. Please visit the below website for more information. www.brent.gov.uk/adoptionsupportfund

www.brent.gov.uk/fostering

020 8937 4538fosterBrent

Foster carers with:* patience * commitment * and a big heart

For local Brent children

WeNeedADOPTION SUPPORT FUNDMoney now available for special guardians and adopters living in BrentMore information at www.brent.gov.uk/adoption

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Nathan Fox is one of Great Britains most impressive triple jump talents. After breaking the UK under-15 national record at 14, he became the first and only person of that age in British history to jump over 14 meters.

The Brent Magazine (TBM) caught up with him at one of his many training sessions at Vale Farm Sports Centre in North Wembley ahead of this years Olympic Games.

WHEN DID YOU FIRST BECOME INTERESTED IN SPORTS?Around the age of 9 or 10, before that my main interests were watching cartoons and playing computer games.

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENT TO DATE? Definitely competing in the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow which was an amazing experience. Being able to make the final and jump in front of 50,000 people was special.

WHAT ARE YOUR TOP THREE TIPS FOR KEEPING FIT? My top three tips would be: Be consistent as much as possible; Dont stick to the same workout everyday, and have fun with it!

HERE IN BRENT WE ARE TRYING TO SLASH SUGAR AND GET THE BOROUGH EATING LESS OF THE SWEET STUFF. HAVE YOU ANY TIPS FOR EATING HEALTHIER? I also have a bit of a sweet tooth, but having lots of fruits like mangos, pineapples and grapes seem to keep the cravings at bay. I normally have them with my breakfast or lunch to keep me going throughout the day. INTERESTING FACT ABOUT YOURSELF?

I recently started my own business along with three of my friends from school (London Reign Sports) which we use as a platform to help promote ourselves as well as inspire the next generation to achieve their dreams.

IF YOU WERENT AN ATHLETE WHAT WOULD YOU BE AND WHY?I honestly have no clue because sport has been a part of my life for so long, but I do have a degree in business and in school I wanted to become a journalist.

WE ARE FEELING ALL NOSTALGIC HERE AT TBM AND REMINISCING ABOUT THE 2012 LONDON OLYMPICS. WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MEMORY FROM THE LONDON GAMES? My favourite memory is being in Sweden for a competition and watching Super Saturday with a bunch of other British athletes in our hotel room. Even though I didnt make the team for that Olympics, it sparked a fire in me that I would make sure not to miss the next one!

GOOD LUCK IN RIO NATHAN WELL ALL BE ROOTING FOR YOU!

For more information, please visit the website www.everyoneactive.com or alternatively email valefarminfo@ everyoneactive.com

MINI OLYMPIANS Make like Nathan and visit Vale Farm Sports Centre this summer where there are fantastic badminton, tennis, trampolining, basketball and football sessions designed for juniors of all abilities. Book your course by phone on 020 8908 6545 or at the centre reception.

Tweet us your favourite memories from London 2012

#TeamBrent @brentcouncil

Living the Olympic dreamThis summer, look out for these three Rio hopefuls aiming to bring gold back to Brent. Also, check out our comprehensive activity guide so you, too, can get involved

A real record breaker

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16 year old Willesden teenager Yasmine Serwah Fosu is on a mission to make history as the

first Ghanian to qualify for fencing at the Olympic Games.

Yasmine has the opportunity and development trajectory to compete in

four Olympic cycles in her sporting lifetime. The Qualifier for Rio was her first experience of the elite level of Olympians and she held her own. But with only one slot available

she was not able to get there quite yet. However, she is

ranked in the top 100 of the

world and at the age of 16 she is by far the youngest in the senior rankings.

Fencing since she was eight years old, Yasmine was offered a scholarship to train at Plymouth College which boasted four youth Olympians including two medal winners in swimming and diving at the London Olympics. The following year, she was offered a further scholarship by Millfield School who have had Olympians in a variety of disciplines at every Olympic Games since 1956.

Yasmine is fiercely ambitious with a strong will to achieve and is extremely proud of her heritage and being a Ghanaian.

The Brent Magazine wish her all the best on her journey to qualify for the Olympics.

This teenager wont be foiled

Meet Tony Greyson-Newman, who has a dream to take sprint kayaking by storm. The sportsman who represents Jamaica was born in Brent to Jamaican parents and his can-do attitude and zest for life is infectious.

Also known as The Jamaican Kayaksman Tony has competed internationally in Spain and Ireland and hoped to compete at the Rio Olympics but unfortunately Jamaicas membership of the International Canoe Federation cannot be confirmed until November. However, Tony is determined and aiming for the Tokyo Olympic Games in 2020. Tony hopes to compete in more than 52 races nationally and internationally until then.

On a recent trip to Jamaica, Tony was delighted to meet Christian Stokes, one of the first Jamaican bobsleigh team members (as depicted in the movie Cool Runnings) who gave him great encouragement to follow his dreams.

Tony has also been appointed core brand ambassador for the Kingston Aquatic Sport Centre, in Downtown Kingston, Jamaica.

Tony still lives in Brent and trains in London. If, like Tony, you fancy making a splash visit the Phoenix Canoe Club and Outdoor Centre located

next to the Welsh Harp Reservoir. The Club caters for both juniors (minimum age nine years) and seniors with a programme of training, events and activities.

Visit www.phoenixcanoeclub.co.uk for more details.

Cool rowings

Living the Olympic dream

SWIMMING LESSONSGive your childs swimming a boost during the summer holiday (25 July- 15 August) at Vale Farm Sports Centre. Courses run Monday-Friday for just 20 a week. To book email [email protected] or call 020 8908 6545.

KIDS RUN FREE Kids Run Free is a charity that organises fun, running based activities for children aged up to 16 years in Gladstone Park on the first Saturday of every month at 9am. Register your child at www.kidsrunfree.co.uk

On your marks, get set, GO...

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COMMUNITY LIFESAVING COURSES During the summer, Vale Farm Sports Centre will be hosting free community lifesaving courses. During each session you will learn the skills to save a life, prevent a first aid situation getting worse and promote recovery. To book email [email protected] or call 020 8908 6545.

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With Rio fast approaching, get inspired by our Olympic hopefuls to get active this summer

Barham Park Chalkhill Park Gibbons Recreation Ground Gladstone Park King Edwards VII Park Neasden Recreation Ground Northwick Park

Preston Park Roe Green Park Roundwood Park Tiverton Park Queens Park Woodcock Park

OUTDOOR GYMS Here in Brent we have a staggering 12 outdoor gym sites which means almost everyone in the borough is within walking distance of one!

The outdoor gyms are open seven days a week and are completely free of charge!

Outdoor gyms can be found at:

If youre not sure how to use the equipment or would like some friendly advice on how the equipment can enhance your workouts, then head down to one of our many sessions and speak to an instructor.

We have lots of sessions taking place on a weekly basis at all the outdoor gym sites. www.brent.gov.uk/outdoorgyms

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BRENT BMXBrent BMX is a volunteer-led BMX club based in Chalkhill Open Space and runs sessions for people of all ages and abilities, every Saturday, 1pm-3pm.

Cost: 2 members, 3 non-members (10 annual membership)Everything you need to get started, bikes, helmets, and gloves available on a first-come first-served basis. Email [email protected]

ZUMBA GOLD Rio de Janeiro is famous for its Carnival Festival which is full of colour, costumes and most importantly dancing. Get your carnival groove on at a Zumba class in Brent. Classes are free and take place at: Harlesden Library, Fridays 11.45am to 12.45pmThe Library at Willesden Green, Tuesdays 1-2pm. Call 020 8937 3707.

GET FIT FOR FREE Our Parks is a free outdoor programme dedicated to help you to move more, lose weight, tone up, have fun, and make new friends. All levels of ability welcome especially those new to physical activity, so why delay? www.ourparks.org.uk

For more ideas, visit www.1life.co.uk

CYCLING SKILLS Whether youre a first-time rider or a regular cyclist looking to improve your skills, we provide free, tailored courses to suit your individual abilities and goals. www.brent.gov.uk/cycling Children over nine years old can receive free cycle lessons any time of the year from cyclinginstructor.com. To book a lesson call 0845 652 0421 or email [email protected] with your name and phone number. Someone will then contact you to arrange a time.


INLINE SKATINGDid you know that Inline Skating is not an Olympic sport! However the Federation International de Roller Sports (FIRS) is making a bid to appear in the 2020 Olympic in Tokyo!

WE WANT TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR SUMMER ACTIVITIES

TWEET US USING THE HASHTAG #TEAMBRENT

SUMMER AT BRIDGE PARK LEISURE CENTREBridge Park Play scheme (25 July-2 September) Full Day Play scheme with sports activities for children 8 -13 years Half day also available. Drop in sessions for children 5-7 years 9am-5.30pm. Last entry is 10am. Call 020 8937 3730.

GET YOUR SKATES ON! Roller skating summer camp (starting Monday 25 July) For young people 12 to 18 years2 per session (12noon-1pm or 1-2pm) Call Bridge Park Leisure Centre on 020 8937 3730

PARKRUN Get your running shoes on and stop by Gladstone Park for Parkrun every Saturday at 9am. Parkrun is not a race but a fun 5km timed run aimed at encouraging people of all abilities to jog or run together.Registration is free at www.parkrun.org.uk

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Am I affected?Couples and single parents of working age who are on Housing Benefit can currently receive up to 500 per week in total benefits from the government, and a single person can receive up to 350. This is known as the Overall Benefit Cap.

This cap not only includes your Housing Benefit, but all other benefits that you may be receiving too. Take a look at the full list in the blue box (right).

There are some exemptions to the cap. For example, if you or a member of your household are receiving disability benefits. See the full list of exemptions in the red box (right).

From this autumn, the benefit cap is being reduced in London to 442.31 per week for couples and single parents, and to 296.35 for single people a reduction of more than 50 a week per household. This means that if you currently receive more than this new amount, your housing benefit will be reduced to bring what you receive into line with the new cap level, which could create issues in paying rent.

What can I do about it?Dont wait until the cap comes in. If youre affected, take action now.

FIND WORK

Getting into work would bring in some extra income to the home which would help reduce the effect of the new benefit cap and if you work enough hours, you will be completely exempt from the cap.

APPLY FOR WORKING TAX CREDIT

If youre entitled to WorkingTax Credit, your benefits then wont be capped. To qualify, you will need to work at least 16 hours per week if you are a single parent; 24 hours per week between you if you are a couple with one of you working at least 16 hours per week; or 30 hours per week if you are a single person.

BENEFITS CUTS ARE COMINGLater this year, the government will cut the amount of benefits that can be received by a household. Will it affect you?

BENEFITS INCLUDED UNDER THE CAP

Housing Benefit

Income Support

Job Seekers Allowance

Employment and Support Allowance (except where it is paid with the support component)

Child Benefit

Child Tax Credit

Maternity Allowance

Incapacity Benefit

Severe Disablement Allowance

Widowed Parents and Widowed Mothers Allowance

Widows Pension

Bereavement Allowance

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If the new benefit cap will affect how much benefit you receive, and you rent privately, speak to your landlord about your situation, before the cap comes in. It might be possible to negotiate a lower rent.

FIND MORE AFFORDABLE ACCOMMODATION

If you are unable to negotiate a more affordable rent with your landlord, you may need to move to more affordable accommodation. It is always better to plan ahead and look into a move now, rather than later on when there will be less time remaining before the cap comes in.

BUDGETING

If you are only capped by a small amount, you may be able to take a look at your current outgoings and see if there are any savings you could make, such as where you do the weekly shop or the brand of products you buy.

ACCESS OTHER BENEFITS

The new overall benefit cap will not affect some households in receipt of benefits. You will be exempt from the cap if you are in receipt of any of the benefits in the red box. Check to see if youre exempt.

How can I find out more?As we mentioned above, the cap is a government policy which the council is required to administer through the Housing Benefit scheme. Further details are available on the governments website at www.gov.uk/benefit-cap

Further information on the overall Benefit Cap and options that may be available to you locally can be found on the Brent Council website at www.brent.gov.uk/benefits.

ARE YOU EXEMPT?

You will not be affected by the Overall Benefit Cap changes if you or your partner receive any of the following:

Attendance Allowance Disability Living Allowance Personal Independence Payment The support component of Employment and

Support Allowance Industrial Injuries Benefit and equivalent payments

as part of a War Disablement Pension or Armed Forces Compensation Scheme

War Widow or War Widowers Pension Carers Allowance (from Autumn 2016) Guardians Allowance (from Autumn 2016)

Remember the cap applies to working age claimants, so pensioners are also exempt (provided that both members of a couple are pensioners).

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With around one in 12 people in Brent living with Type 2 Diabetes and numbers of cases rising, Brent Council has recruited 15 Diabetes

Champions to help raise awareness of the signs, symptoms and risks involved and help residents avoid the life-long condition.

My GP only had time to offer limited advice on how to best manage the condition, which left me feeling apprehensive and confused about my health and future, said 50-year-old Chalkhill resident Manjula Daley, who was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes two years ago.

I took it upon myself to research the condition online. I gathered lots of useful information, which made me so much more aware of my condition.

Helping sufferersHaving new-found knowledge and first-hand experience of the condition, Manjula put herself forward to be one of Brents 15 Diabetes Champions, to help others reduce their chances of becoming diabetic.

Brent Council were looking for community diabetes champions and I jumped at the chance. Along with the knowledge I had gained for myself and training from the Council and Diabetes UK, I was equipped with the necessary skills to become a champion and help the community.

As a Diabetes Champion I run a monthly support group and help to raise awareness at local events and carry out Diabetes Know Your Risk assessments.

Having the condition myself, and understanding the difficulties and challenges involved in having to make lifestyle changes has motivated me to help others in a similar situation.

The appreciation shown by the people I have empowered is overwhelming. Knowing that I could be making a difference and helping to improve someones life is the reward.

MANJULAS TIPS FOR BEATING TYPE 2 DIABETES Your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes is a combination of your genes and your lifestyle. But heres the good news: It is possible to prevent pre-diabetes from developing into Type 2 Diabetes. Eating healthy food, losing weight, staying at a healthy weight, and being physically active can help you bring your blood glucose level back into the normal range.

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Join a fitness class, take up a new sport, walk, cycle or visit one of the boroughs many outdoor gyms

Reduce your intake of high-sugar foods. Even cutting out sugar for one day a week could make a difference

Maintain a healthy body weight. Check an online BMI calculator to see if youre a healthy weight for your height

Choose the right fats: olive oil, seed oils, coconut oils and nuts. Some saturated fats promote inflammation

Flavour your food with spices cinnamon, black pepper, thyme, turmeric and Jamaican allspice.

For more information about diabetes, visit www.diabetes.org.uk

Brents diabetes champions with Cllr Hirani


Local people are championing change in the community with a new initiative to tackle diabetes in Brent

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We all know the problems an infestation of rats, wasps or insects can create in your home or workplace. Now, the new Brent Pest Control service can deal with them for you...

...who you gonna call?

The words pest control are enough to strike fear into the hearts of homeowners and business owners everywhere, and the prospect of facing rats, cockroaches and bugs on a daily basis would leave many of us

running for the hills. But for Brent Pest Control, its all part of the service.

No two days are the same, said Craig Johnstone, Pest Control Manager at Brent Pest Control.

You never know what youre going to find. One day you might be crawling through an attic hunting mice, and another day you might be on the roof treating a violent wasps nest.

Solving each unique problem has a significant impact on the residents quality of life and its important that we look for the source and reason for the infestation, as well as ensuring we remove those pests from the customers premises.

Elizabeth Millen, from Willesden, knows more than anyone the stress caused by having unwelcomed visitors in the house.

Ive had a problem with rats in my home.

I contacted a private company last summer that dealt with the initial invasion but didnt solve the long term problem.

Unfortunately, Elizabeth is not the only

homeowner to have experienced this frustration. All too often, homeowners are left concerned and disappointed to find that the private pest control service they employed simply plugged the gap, but didnt solve the problem.

I contacted the Brent Pest Control service in January this year, Eileen said. The team have been absolutely fantastic. They went straight to the source of the infestation and regularly checked until they were fully satisfied the problem was solved.

Each officer that came was helpful and full of excellent advice. I really cannot sing their praises highly enough.

Brent Pest Control offers a wide range of services at very competitive prices for residents and businesses throughout the borough. The service also provides advice and support for anyone concerned that they might have a pest problem.

If you want to talk about a pest issue, call 020 8937 5167 or visit www.brent.gov.uk/pest

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TOP TIPS FOR AVOIDING THOSE PESKY PESTS DONT MAKE IT EASY FOR THEM

Keep your properties well maintained and keep an eye out for any nooks and crannies that might allow an intruder to come in.

KEEP YOUR EYES PEELED AND YOUR EARS OPEN

A pest problem can escalate very quickly, so stay alert to any signs that you might have company. Watch out for any tell tale signs: including droppings, gnawed food packaging and unexplained bites,

and listen out for strange sounds coming from your loft or under the floorboards.

STAY CLEAN AND TIDY Food is one of the key requirements for pests, so make sure you dont leave any crumbs or food waste lying around.

ACT FAST If you think you have a problem, contact Brent Pest Control as soon as possible. Pests multiply at an alarming rate so the longer you wait, the worse it will get.

Prices from just 56!Call 020 8937 5167 or for more information, visit www.brent.gov.uk/pest


Save time ...do it online

www.brent.gov.uk/myaccount

Juggling the school run and a part-time job means some things often fall by the wayside. So, I was really pleased to see my council has launched My Account.

Getting started couldnt have been easier. I just went to www.brent.gov.uk/myaccount and in less than five minutes, I was good to go. Ive saved a lot of time by doing it online! Dharani, Brent

DID YOU KNOW?You can now view and change your council tax details and pay it online

My Account View council tax details Set up a direct debit Apply for exemptions Make a payment Apply for Housing Benefit

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Brent Council has a new Mayor and two new Cabinet members. We meet the decision makers and ask them about their priorities and challenges for the year


As well as electing a new Mayor in May, the Annual Council meeting saw two new Cabinet members appointed; Cllr Harbi Farah and Cllr Wilhelmina Mitchell Murray. They join six other Councillors to make up the councils

top team of politicians, or Cabinet.

CLLR MUHAMMED BUTT Leader of the CouncilMAIN PRIORITY: Working with the new Mayor of London to get the best deal for Brent. MAIN CHALLENGE: Tackling the boroughs housing crisis.

IN MY SPARE TIME I LIKE TO: Spend time with my wife and three kids.

CLLR MARGARET MCLENNANDeputy Leader of the CouncilMAIN PRIORITY: Ensuring we maintain the services within budget and work more closely with our partner organisations.MAIN CHALLENGE: Building quality

affordable homes needed by our residents.IN MY SPARE TIME I LIKE TO: Spend quality time with family and friends.

CLLR KRUPESH HIRANICabinet Member for Community WellbeingMAIN PRIORITY: Breaking down boundaries between departments and organisations, such as the NHS,

and working even more closely to deliver the best health outcomes for our residents. MAIN CHALLENGE: We have an ambitious plan to deliver our Brent 2020 vision but at the same time people in 2016 have needs that must be addressed and providing those services today is crucial to their lives too. IN MY SPARE TIME I LIKE TO: Play 5-a-side football, watch football (Im looking forward to Euro 2016 this summer), running and going to the gym.

CLLR HARBI FARAHCabinet Member for HousingMAIN PRIORITY: Increase supply of affordable housing and to increase the number of private letting to homeless households with a greater

focus on homeless prevention measures.MAIN CHALLENGE: Accommodate our growing and changing population who need housing assistance and supply delivering homes that people can afford .IN MY SPARE TIME I LIKE TO: Play football with my kids at the park and I like Brents outdoor gyms.

CLLR MICHAEL PAVEY Cabinet Member for Stronger CommunitiesMAIN PRIORITY: To reach out to all our wonderful communities.MAIN CHALLENGE: To meet the expectations of our fantastic communities

at a time of Government cuts.IN MY SPARE TIME I LIKE TO: Watch Lincoln City Football Club.

CLLR ROXANNE MASHARI Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Growth, Employment and SkillsMAIN PRIORITY: To make sure that regeneration and growth in Brent work for local people. Well also need to work with our partners in local

business to seize the opportunity presented by the localisation of business rates.IN MY SPARE TIME I LIKE TO: Read philosophy and go hiking.

CLLR WILHELMINA MITCHELL MURRAY Cabinet Member for Children and Young PeopleMAIN PRIORITY: My priority is to work closely with every school in Brent MAIN CHALLENGE: To deliver a

good service for the most deprived in Brent despite government cuts.IN MY SPARE TIME I LIKE TO: Cook, read and support my football team.

CLLR ELEANOR SOUTHWOOD Cabinet Member for EnvironmentMAIN PRIORITY: Finding ways to tackle poor air quality and illegal dumping, promoting sustainable transport and making our limited budget for

highways investment go as far as possible. IN MY SPARE TIME I LIKE TO: Travel and experience different cultures.

YOUR NEW TOP TEAM

This is a strong cabinet with experience across a variety of areas. We are determined to work harder than ever to improve the lives of Brent residents, despite the continued challenges we are facing.

Cllr Butt, Leader of Brent Council

For the first time in Brents history, the Mayor of Brent is of Bangladeshi origin. Councillor Parvez Ahmed has been a Councillor in Dollis Hill since 2014. A successful businessman and community activist, Councillor Ahmed has lived and worked in Brent for over 30 years.

Every year, the Mayor of Brent chooses a charity to raise money for during his or her Mayoral year and Mayor Councillor Ahmed has chosen three:

Brent Centre for Young People A service which provides help and support to young people with mental health issues so that they can become healthier, happier adults.

Sufra North West London Community Food Bank & Kitchen which aims to support disadvantaged families suffering food poverty in the local area.

Community Action on Dementia Brent Community group of volunteers working with residents, businesses, faith communities, sports organisations, statutory services and people living with dementia to create a dementia friendly borough.

Councillor Parvez Ahmed, Mayor of Brent

Brent really is a fantastic place to live and work and Im looking forward to working with a variety of voluntary and community organisations, raising money for great causes and meeting residents.Councillor Parvez Ahmed, Mayor of Brent


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MY COUNCIL

Kamarie Andrew-Morris became an apprentice

for Unison at Brent Civic Centre and is thriving

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GET A BRENT WORKS APPRENTICESHIP

JOBS & SKILLS

Brent Works apprenticeships allow 16-24 year olds to study for a qualification while working and earning a salary. For 17-year-old Kamarie, who is on an apprentice-ship as a Branch Administrator at

Unison, it was the perfect way forward.I didnt enjoy school, and I think at the time

I wasnt mature enough to continue with my studies, Kamarie told The Brent Magazine. Im more hands on, and thrive where I can learn a task by doing it. So, as soon as I left school, I applied for an apprenticeship.

Having completed her one-year Business Administration Level 2 course, she wanted something more. I wanted to keep learning, and do something new. A co-worker told me about Brent Works, and encouraged me to contact them.

The Brent Works Apprenticeship Service helps young people take their first steps towards their career goals. By working directly with employers, the Brent Works team recruit skilled young people into roles which suit their aims, and ensure Brent businesses are building a strong and capable workforce.

When Kamarie first visited Brent Works, she was given a formal assessment, to find out what her skills were, and match her with the best position. She was then given guidance before being put forward for an interview with Unison.

The advice was fantastic. I wasnt able to take time off my job to have any practice interviews, so Brent Works took the time to call me, and give me interview training over the phone.

Im not a naturally confident person, and I get nervous easily. But with Brent Works, we worked on my communication skills, which included how I should act and how I should speak in an interview.

I felt so much better after getting their

advice and support. I was able to think on my feet during the interview.

Kamarie was successful with her interview, and is now well on her way to achieving her Level 3 in Business Administration, a qualification equivalent to an A-Level.

I would definitely tell anyone interested in apprenticeships to speak to Brent Works. The team is kind and helpful, and their process is really simple and effective. They do great work for young people searching for jobs.

Cllr Roxanne Mashari, Brent Councils

Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Growth, Employment and Skills, said:

The apprenticeship service at Brent Works brings new opportunities for young people to start their careers, while also allowing for our local businesses to build a strong workforce,

and inspire a new generation of workers into their industry.

If like Kamarie you want to start your career with an apprenticeship, contact the Brent Works Team on: [email protected] or call: 020 8903 6825

The team are kind and helpful, and their process is really simple and effective

Kamarie Andrew-Morris is a Branch Administrator apprentice at Unison


Community clean-ups, reporting dumped rubbish, recycling more, and beautiful garden displays are just some of the ways in which you can show love for where you live this summer

Since its launch on Valentines Day this year, and with the backing of residents groups and the Brent and Kilburn Times, the councils Love Where You Live campaign is starting to make a positive

difference to life in Brent. The Cleaner Brent app has now been downloaded over 1,400 times, and since February it has been used to report 4,500 instances of littering, illegally dumped rubbish and other unsightly problems thats up a whopping 79 per cent between February and May 2016. In

the space of just a month, from February to March 2016, how much you recycle leapt from 1,453 tonnes to 1,644 tonnes a 13 per cent increase.

What are you doing to show you Love where you live?Cairnfield Residents Association in Neasden promotes and champions the interests of seven streets in the area.

Diana Ayres, a leading member of the group, has helped to launch a best front garden competition to the 480 homes covered by the association.

Diana said:We want to make the area nicer for residents. The competition is also a great way to meet people and get the community working together. Its been a joy to organise and the residents have been very enthusiastic and upbeat about it.

Its part of several initiatives that the Cairnfield Residents Association is doing to improve the area. We work closely with

Veolia who attend our residents meetings and clear up reports of dumped

rubbish. We also give out leaflets on how to use the Cleaner Brent app and information on

the bulky waste collections.We encourage our neighbours to look

after their area and help improve its appearance, which everyone benefits from.

Daniels, a local estate agent in Neasden has kindly offered to put up cash prizes of 50 for first place, with 25 and 10 prizes for second and third places.

The winner will be announced on Saturday 9 July at the Neasden Community Festival.

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Diana Ayres: The best front garden competition has been a joy to organise and the residents have been very enthusiastic

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best front garden competition, Diana, like many other Brent residents is concerned at the amount of illegal rubbish dumping in the area.

Diana continued: The association tries hard to keep the area clean and tidy and constantly focuses on solutions to reduce the amount of dumping rubbish on the streets, like encouraging residents to report it on the Cleaner Brent app.

Uniformed patrols to target litterbugsTo tackle litterbugs in Brent, the council has approved a one-year pilot scheme for uniformed patrol officers to issue 80 on-the-spot fines for waste offences in the borough.

The private security firm, Kingdom, has been chosen to run the innovative scheme. Dedicated patrol officers will be deployed to hot spot

areas with the intention of issuing Fixed Penalty Notices to anyone caught committing a waste offence anything from dog fouling to littering.

The scheme will complement Brents existing Waste Enforcement Team who investigate littering and illegally dumped rubbish offences in the borough and prosecute offenders.

Diana, from the Cairnfield Residents Association, said:I think the use of uniformed patrol officers is a great idea. If people

get fined then theyre much less likely to litter in the future. Any action that the council can take to improve the area will be a big help.

Its the individuals responsibility to take care of the area and its disappointing that some people spoil it for everyone else.

DO YOU LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE? We want to hear about what you are doing to help make Brent a cleaner and greener place to live. Let us know what you are up to by emailing [email protected]

For more information on the Cairnfield Residents Association, please visit www.cairnfieldresidentsassociation.wordpress.com

FIVE EASY WAYS YOU CAN HELP MAKE BRENT CLEANER AND GREENER1. Report illegally dumped rubbish on the Cleaner

Brent smartphone app. Download the app at www.brent.gov.uk/cleanerbrent

2. Organise a community clean-up. Visit www.brent.gov.uk/cleanup or email [email protected] to arrange or to take part in a clean-up in your area

3. Recycle your waste. Find out more at www.brent.gov.uk/recycling

4. Put your bins out on time. If youre unsure of your bin collection times, visit www.brent.gov.uk/recycling and enter your postcode into Find Your Collection Day.

5. Report graffiti on the Cleaner Brent smartphone app

You can find out more about the campaign at www.brent.gov.uk/lovewhereyoulive

We encourage our neighbours to look after their area and help improve its appearance, which everyone benefits from


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TOUGH LOVE To keep Brent clean and green, the council will not hesitate to prosecute waste or noise offenders. Recent prosecutions include:

Ms Regina Sally Fernandes, of Ballogie Avenue, Neasden, was ordered to pay 1123 for a large amount of waste on her land.

Mr Sheraz Mohayudin, of Gama Halal Meat Butchers on Ealing Road, was ordered to pay 1,855 for illegally dumping a large commercial fridge on Ealing Road.

Mr Bogdan Estrate, of Alliance Close, Wembley was ordered to pay 1,070 for playing music so loud that it was impossible for his neighbours to get any sleep.

Endless Foods Limited, trading as Papa Johns Pizzeria in Cricklewood, were ordered to pay 1,600 for illegally dumping rubbish on a street corner

With summer in full swing, its a good time to sign up to the garden waste service to help you dispose of your grass clippings, weeds and prunings.

The service is 40 for collections from now until March 2017. Its easy to sign up. Visit www.brent.gov.uk/gardenwaste or call 020 8937 5050.

If you used the service last year, you will already have a bin and can start using the service immediately if you decide to sign up again. If you are a new customer, you may need to wait up to 14 working days before you

receive your bin and can start using the service.Please visit www.brent.gov.uk/recycling

to download a garden waste collection day calendar or use the Find your collection

day search box to find out your next collection days.

Please note that you are not permitted to place garden waste in your refuse bin. Any garden waste found in your refuse bin may result in it not being collected.

What can be recycled in my blue top bin?

Food and drink cartons e.g. Tetra Paks

All plastic bottles

Plastic containers and food trays

Glass bottles and jars

Food tins, drink cans and aerosols

Paper and cardboard

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All plastic bottles

Plastic containers and food trays

Glass bottles and jars

Food tins, drink cans and aerosols

Paper and cardboard

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Please only recycle

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SOCIAL ISSUES

WARNING SIGNS TO WATCH OUT FOR Missing school Disappearing for days on end Coming home with expensive items they

cant afford Hanging around with gangs or older people

who you dont know Being overly secretive about their online

viewing Displaying feelings of isolation Dropping school grades, particularly if it is

rather sudden Experimenting with drugs Showing signs of unexplained physical harm

We know that there are some things in life that worry us but are difficult to discuss. Thats why weve started an important campaign called Its Time to Talk. Father of

three and Leader of the Council Cllr Muhammed Butt explains the idea behind it.

Like many parents, I am often worried about my

children; where they are, what theyre up to, who theyre spending time with. We hear things in the media, follow developing stories on the news and wonder if were doing enough to keep our children safe. Thats why, in Brent, we think Its Time to Talk.

Talking about things like hate crime, extremism,

radicalisation, gang activity or child sexual exploitation isnt easy by any means, but we need to pull together as a community to tackle these issues for the sake of our young people. Brent is one of Britains most diverse boroughs, so this isnt an abstract worry it is real and immediate, and were determined to face it head on.

Over the next year, well be organising events across the borough, highlighting the risks around

the many challenges we face. Most importantly, however, Its Time to Talk is about helping to empower you our residents and community leaders to work alongside us and tackle these important challenges together so that we can protect our young people from being exploited.

As parents and carers, we need to be aware of what the warning signs of things like child sexual exploitation are. This can be a boy or girl missing school, disappearing for days on end, coming home with new trainers, smartphones or other items that we know they cant afford, or hanging around with gangs or older people who you dont know. If you spot any of those early warning signs then its time to talk to someone you can trust.

Thankfully, we are talking about a small minority of young people but

we all still need to be aware of the warning signs.Were determined to have these difficult

conversations and work hard to tackle these issues. Were determined that Its Time to Talk.

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TALK

Talking about hate crime, extremism, radicalisation, gang activity or child sexual exploitation isnt easy by any means

If you have any concerns about a child, please contact

Brent Family Front Door on 020 8937 4300 or email family.frontdoor@

brent.gcsx.gov.uk. You can also call the

NSPCC 24 Hour Child Protection Helpline on 0808 800 5000

to discuss your concerns.


Its Time to Talk is a new Brent initiative aimed at combatting hate crime, radicalisation, gangs and child exploitation

Its time to talk...

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Wembley is fast becoming Londons new playground, with a wealth of activities and places to visit

events for you this summer in Wembley that combine exercise with fun!

For the more adventurous, theres Survival of the Fittest, a 10km course which takes in dramatic obstacles around Wembley Park. Have you got what it takes?

If youd rather just be entertained in a slightly more leisurely way, NOMAD Outdoor Cinema will be showing public screenings of classic films, including Slumdog Millionaire and Pulp Fiction, along the world famous Olympic Way, with all proceeds going to charity. Alternatively, prepare to be amazed by the jaw-dropping bike stunts at the annual petrol-head festival organised by the world famous Ace Caf.

Theres much more to come in Wembley, this is just the start, so watch out for all the changes that will make Wembley a better place to live, work and visit.

Major change is taking place in Wembley.

With new housing developments, business opportunities, cultural events and activities, Wembley is becoming

an even more vibrant place to live. Theres something for everyone in the new Wembley.

Now local people have more shops to choose from, more places to relax in, keep fit and have fun.

London Designer Outlet is the citys first fashion outlet centre and combines shopping with eating and entertainment, including a fantastic multiplex cinema.

Theres also great news for food-lovers the Wembley Park food market is open every Wednesday! Tickle your taste buds with everything from pie and mash or a falafel wrap, to hand-made cake or a super-fuelled coffee.

And if you love pizza and music, why not come along and enjoy a new kind of fun in London the My Slice Pizza Festival in July. This unique festival brings well known artists and club and radio DJs together with independent pizza vendors.

If pizza isnt your thing, you can join in the fun at the music festival inspired by the Indian/Nepalese festival of colours Holi Festival with live music acts from around the world, and explosions of coloured powder.

Getting fit and staying active are important to keep healthy but sometimes we need a little motivation. Fortunately, there are some great

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Wembley Park events: (clockwise from the top left) Big screen summer shows; Surviual of the Fittest; The Color Run; Outdoor film showing in Brompton Cemetery; NFL drummers; The HoliOne event

The world famous Ace Cafe will create jaw dropping bike stunts

Wembley is our biggest identified growth area and has been designated a Housing Zone by the Mayor of London. Wembley has the potential to accommodate thousands of new homes. To find out about what else is going on in Wembley and read our planning policies for the area, visit www.brent.gov.uk/wembley

YELLOW PAVILION The Yellow Pavilion is a social space for local people to get to know each other and have fun with lots of activities happening. If you are interested in finding out more and seeing whats on, visit www.wembleypark.com

DID YOU KNOW?: The council is lobbying for a Crossrail link to come to Wembley in the future to unlock even more potential! .

WEMBLEY PARK EVENTSACE CAF, 16 JULYJaw-dropping stunts, bike tricks and adrenalin-inducing spectacles take over Wembley Park for a petrol-head festival organised by the Ace Caf.

SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST, 23 JULYKicking off Rat Race Adventure Sports season with a 10km course, this event takes in dramatic obstacles around Wembley Park.

MY SLICE PIZZA FESTIVAL, 30 JULYThis unique festival brings well known artists and club and radio DJs together with independent pizza vendors, to serve up a new kind of fun for London.

HOLI FESTIVAL, 13 AUGUSTA music festival inspired by the Indian/Nepal festival of colours, with live music acts from around the world and explosions of coloured powder.

NOMAD OUTDOOR CINEMA, 28 -30 SEPTEMBERNOMAD Cinema will deliver public screenings of classic films, including Slumdog Millionaire and Pulp Fiction, along the world famous Olympic Way.

WEMBLEY PARK FOOD MARKET, ONGOINGWhether its pie and mash or a falafel wrap, the food market has something to tempt all Wembley Park residents and workers.

REGENERATION

This summer, past and present residents of Brent

come together to share their stories of what makes our borough so special in a

groundbreaking new film

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Stories of Brent premieres on Friday 17 June and The Brent Magazine has been given exclusive access behind the scenes

They say home is where the heart is, and for many past and

present residents of Brent, that sentiment certainly rings true.

Stories of Brent is a BHP initiative to celebrate what makes this borough special and tells the stories of the people, communities and history of Brent. It brings together residents of all ages, local celebrities and community leaders to

talk about their memories of living in Brent and to

share why they all love

where they

live.

Im so pleased that someone is capturing all the great stuff about this borough, said Danny Maher, CEO of Ashford House, a Brent based resource centre that provides a range of programmes including housing, health, training and employment for vulnerable people.

What makes Brent special? Its diversity and residents enthusiasm to work together and get things done to make this borough somewhere that were all proud of.

The documentary showcases some big names

from the music, television and sporting worlds who were all born and bred in Brent, such as Rachel Yankey, Audley Harrison, and Liz Mitchell of Boney M, and are proud to share their stories and memories of growing up in the borough that shaped and encouraged them to succeed.

MotivationAshley Theophane, British professional boxer, couldnt wait to let us know how he has a special place in his heart for Brent, saying:

As a professional boxer I travel a great deal, but Brent will always be home, wherever I am in the world.

When I come back to visit, its always great to meet the locals - they give me that extra confidence by telling me that they are proud of

what I am doing. This motivates me to keep working hard, as I feel I am representing my

area in a positive way.Brent will always be in my heart, I

grew up here, went to school in

the area. Its one of the most diverse places I know and Im proud to call Brent my home.

As part of the boroughs Love Where You Live campaign, Stories

of Brent is part of the drive to instil a sense of pride in the community and encourages residents to take ownership of the borough and the opportunities available.

Its this pride that drives residents of Brent to work hard, day in, day out, to build a better borough for themselves, and for future generations.

Its for this reason that, together with Brent Council and Oakrays, Brent Housing Partnership (BHP) have reached out and put together Stories of Brent, to celebrate the

boroughs diversity and spirit, and build stronger community cooperation.

Tell us what you think makes Brent special and why you love where you live. Share your Story of Brent by emailing [email protected] or visit www.brent.gov.uk/lovewhereyoulive

Like our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/brentstories

Diversity and residents enthusiasm to work together and get things done make this borough somewhere that were all proud of

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Arts &Culture

>> Theatre>> Music

>> Dance>> Comedy

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>> ARTTHE BIG FRIENDLY POTTERY WORKSHOP FOR BIG AND LITTLE HANDS! Family workshop for ages 5-11, accompanied by parents/carers. Not suitable for under 5s. Saturday 23 July, 2.30-4pm. The Library at Willesden Green, Free. [email protected]

FESTIVAL OF LEARNING: FUN WITH ARTBrent Start will be delivering a range of learning opportunities to encourage adults of all ages to try something new. Wednesday 15 June, 11am-1pm Kingsbury Library, 522-524 Kingsbury Road, Kingsbury, NW9 9HEFree. [email protected]

ART CLASSES (DRAWING/PAINTING STEP BY STEP) Sudbury Neighbourhood Centre,

809 Harrow Road, Wembley, HA0 2LPTuesdays, 1.30-3.30pm5. 020 8908 1220

JEWELLERY MAKING WORKSHOP Mondays 5.30-7pm. Yellow Pavillion. Booking is advised to ensure we have sufficient materials, but is not required. Free. [email protected].

ART CLASSES PAINTING AND DRAWING SUITABLE FOR BEGINNERS AS WELL AS THE MORE EXPERIENCED Salvation Army, 55 Chichester Rd NW6, Tuesdays 7-9pm. Cost 8. Email [email protected] or call 020 8141 6367

FESTIVAL OF LEARNING: DRAWING AND PAINTING Wednesday 8 June, 1-3pmThe Library at Willesden Green Road, Free. [email protected]

FESTIVAL OF LEARNING: DRAWING AND PAINTING Wednesday 8 June, 1-3pmThe Library at Willesden Green Road, Free. [email protected]

>> CONCERTSBRENT MAKES MUSIC 2016 THANK YOU FOR THE MUSICA musical showcase presenting over 1,200 of Brents talented young singers and instrumentalists, together with a stunning collection of special guests.

Wednesday 6 July, 7.30pmSSE Arena. See website for tickets

PARK LIFE SINGERS SUMMER CONCERT AT MAPESBURY DELL Saturday 9 July, 7pm. Mapesbury Dell, Hoveden Road, London, NW2 3XD. Free. www.mapesbury-dell.org/Free

>> COMEDYCOME MEK WE LARF THE FINEST STARS COMEDY SHOWCome Mek We Larf promises a night of funtastic entertainment, featuring the finest in nu skool & ol skool comedy. Friday 17 June, Doors open 7.30pm. Show starts 8pm. The Library at Willesden Green. Tickets 12 in advance 15 on the door (booking fees apply). www.brent.gov.uk/events or [email protected]

>> DANCEBRENT DANCE BLASTOne of Londons biggest youth dance showcases celebrating Brents talented young dancers, giving people aged 10 to 25 an opportunity to showcase their skills. Dance industry professionals will make up our panel of judges. Guest performances by Girls on Point and Viramundo Brazilian Samba Dancers. Friday 1 July, 6-9pm. Grand Hall, Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, HA9 0FJ Free. www.brent.gov.uk or Events [email protected]

TEA DANCEGrand Hall, Brent Civic CentreMondays, 1.30-4pm. 5 at the door or 2.50 on presenting a car parking ticket for the Civic Centre car park.

STREETDANCE WITH FAGEESaturdays 5.30-6.30pm for 5-12 year olds. 6.45-7.45pm for 13-25 year olds.Yellow Pavilion. Free. Contact Fagee 07875 933770.

GET ACTIVE WITH SALSA EVERY MONDAY!The Cricklewood Railway Club, 327 Edgware Road, NW2 6JP. Mondays 7.30pm. One class is 7, two classes 10. Discount for students with ID and senior citizens. For more information: www.cubanvibes.com [email protected] or call 07904

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VENUES...Lexi Cinema194B Chamberlayne Rd, London NW10 3JU Tel: 020 3011 5523 www.thelexicinema.co.uk

The Library at Willesden Green95 High Road, Willesden London NW10 2SF 020 8937 3400

SSE ArenaArena Square, Engineers Way, London HA9 0AA 020 8782 5566 www.ssearena.co.uk

Tricycle Theatre269 Kilburn High Rd, London NW6 7JR 020 7328 1000 www.tricycle.co.uk

Wembley StadiumWembley, London HA9 0WS 0844 980 8001 www.wembleystadium.com

Willesden Sports CentreDonnington Road, London NW10 3QX 020 8955 1120 www.1life.co.uk/london-borough- of-brent/willesden-sports-centre/home

BABY DISCOA tiny tots disco for little ones who like to boogie. Thursdays 7, 14, 21 and 28 July, 4, 18 and 25 August. 11am-12noon. The Library at Willesden Green, 95 High Road, Willesden, London, NW10 2SF. 3 per child (2.50 per additional child) [email protected]

FUN DMCA real block party experience designed with both parents and children in mind! In a little over a year, FUN DMC has gone from a great idea to selling out on a monthly basis so get ready for three hours of child friendly hip-hop, funk, disco and block party anthems. Saturday 9 July, 1-4pm. Grand Hall, Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, HA9 0FJ5 adults, 2 children in advance. 7 adults and 4 children (on the door). Family tickets available (under 12 months go free) 14 for 2 adults and 3 children in advance. 22 on the door for family tickets. Booking: www.brent.gov.uk/events (Booking fees

apply). [email protected]

>> EXHIBITIONSBRENT TO BRAZIL EXHIBITIONWith vibrant artwork and real-life stories, this exhibition explores Brents Brazilian community and how they made Brent a home from home. Experience a sensory celebration of sights and sounds as you discover an unusual use for coffee beans and listen to authentic Brazilian music.Friday 1 July-Sunday 18 September.The Library at Willesden Green.Free. [email protected]

>> FESTIVALSBRENT TO BRAZILA summer fiesta to link our Olympic legacy to the 2016 Rio Games and to celebrate together with our Brazilian communities in Brent. A range of free activities for families including dance workshops!Saturday 16 July, 12noon-5pmThe Library at Willesden Green, 95 High Road, Willesden, London, NW10 2SF. Free

>> FILMSTORIES OF BRENT FILM LAUNCHFriday 17 June, 10-11.30amBrent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, HA9 0FJFree. Email [email protected] or call 020 8937 2363/2623

BRENT KIDS CINEMA DISNEY RIO Part of the Brent to Brazil programme, Brent Kids Cinema returns for a one-off with the family friendly Rio. With free gift! Friday 19 August, 11am. The Library at Willesden Green. 4 per person on the door.

FILM CLUB: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Film screening for children Ealing Road Library. Sunday 21 August, 1-3pmFree. [email protected]

FILM CLUB: MATILDAFilm screening for children. Sunday 7 August, 1-3pm, Ealing Road Library. Free. [email protected]

OPEN-AIR CINEMA: GHOSTBUSTERSSaturday 13 August. Queens Park. For details: www.whereisthenomad.com

STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS Saturday 20 August. Queens Park. For details: www.whereisthenomad.com

>> GIGSRHYTHM N CRUISE ROCKIN RECORD HOP WITH DJ JIMMY GUNTRIP Saturday 25 June, 7-11pm. AceCafe. Free. www.ace-cafe-london.com

HOT ROD NIGHT WITH THE DRUGSTORE COWBOYS + DJ LITTLE CARL Wednesday 6 July, 6-11pm. Ace Cafe Free. www.ace-cafe-london.com


RHYTHM N CRUISE ROCKIN RECORD HOP WITH DJ JIMMY GUNTRIP 30 July 7-11pm AceCafe. Free.www.ace-cafe-london.com

>> MUSICST MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS STEEL BANDSteel Pan Lessons for Children aged 8-25. (All levels). St Michael & All Angels, Hillside, Stonebridge, NW10 8LB. Tuesdays 5-6.45pm, Saturdays 8:45pm-12.30am. Free. Contact Patrick McKay on 07837 019 620 or [email protected]

ST MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS STEEL BAND Adult Steel Pan Lessons. St Michael & All Angels, Hillside, Stonebridge, NW10 8LB. Wednesdays 5.15-8pm, Saturdays 8.45-12.30pm. 5. Contact Patrick McKay. 07837 019620 or [email protected]

>> THEATRETHE INVISIBLE HAND.12 May-2 July. The Tricycle TheatreSee website for ticket info www.tricycle.co.uk

NT ENCORE: THE AUDIENCE. This royal birthday tribute includes a special Q&A with Helen Mirren afterwards. 9 June, 7pm. The Lexi cinema. www. thelexicinema.co.uk

BRANAGH COMPANY LIVE: ROMEO AND JULIETThursday 7 July 7pm. The Lexi Cinema. www.thelexicinema.co.uk

SPERANZA, LADY WILDE MOTHER OF OSCAROne woman show portraying the life of Lady Wilde with an

imaginative and informative style. The show provides great insight about Oscars life and the influence of his mother. Wednesday 29 June, 6.30-7.30pm The Library at Willesden Green. Free. [email protected]

>> TALKSTRICYCLE READERSGive your brain a treat with Tricycle Readers, a literary pick-me-up and a way of kicking away midweek blues. Story and poem readings from local author Shyama Perera is followed by lively analysis with a diverse group of fellow Londoners. If youre nearby why not join us? Wednesdays, 6.30-8pm. Tricycle theatre. Everyone welcome. No need to book, just turn up. Free.

MARCUS GARVEYJoin us to celebrate the life of the civil rights activist Marcus Garvey who was born on 17 August 1887 and the unveiling of his bust in Brent Museum. This event highlights Garveyism, Pan-Africanism and Global Africa history. Wednesday 17 August, 6-7.30pm. The Library at Willesden Green. Free. [email protected]

THE LIFE AND TIMES OF MICHAEL COLLINSDocumentary filmmaker and oral

historian Marcus Howards lecture on Michael Collins. The talk will look at the man, how he was caught up in the most significant events in Irish history and also look at him from the perspective of those who met him and the footprint he has left on Ireland. Thursday 9 June, 6.30-7.45pm. The Library at Willesden Green. Free. [email protected]

HISTORY ITS A STROLL ROUND THE SHOPS!Do you shop in Kingsbury Road? Do you know how old these shops are, and how the street has changed since they were first built? Join Philip Grant of Wembley History Society for a gentle hour-long illustrated walk around Kingsburys shopping centre. Starts and ends at Kingsbury Library, and everyone is welcome. Wednesday 22 June, 1.45-3.30pm. Kingsbury Library, Free. [email protected]

>> WRITINGCREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPSMondays 12.30-2.30pm. Starts Monday 9 May-Monday July 11. Open to anyone over eight years old. Chalkhill Community Centre, 113 Chalkhill Road, Wembley HA9 9FX. 1. Booking essential: 07577 273597

The Olympic Games open in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro this summer, and at home, an exciting new exhibition called Brazil to Brent opens at the Library at

Willesden Green.The exhibition asks what it means to be

Brazilian in Brent. The Brent Magazine spoke to Julia Evangelista, the artist leading the

project, to find out more. The whole point of this project was to give

Brazilians a chance to celebrate themselves, and to say in their own words what it means to be Brazilian. One of the

most important things that the people we talked to stressed was the diversity of Brazil. Many emphasised that there are numerous sub-cultures and much more to the country than just samba and carnival.

A theme that came up again and again was the importance of community. In Brazil, people spend a lot of time together. Its a very inclusive society, from the many games and sports that we play that involve the young and the old, to the music, and the food we eat. We do things with other people and build ties this way. Relationships are very important.

Likewise, in Brent, Brazilians have kept this social aspect

of their culture. For instance, in Brazil many shops, not just cafes, will have tables and chairs for customers to sit and chat. If you go to Brazilian shops in Brent youll see the same thing at hairdressers and butchers! We like to mingle.

Brazilians have really adopted Brent as their home, its even called Little Brazil, by some. People will travel especially to Willesden just to buy the Brazilian meat and delicacies that they cant find elsewhere in London. And the Brazilian community has integrated well into Brent; our cafes, hairdressers and boutiques have visits from all different kinds of people.

I would encourage everyone to come along and have a look at whats going on at this exhibition. It is very much a collaborative project, which will grow from peoples input. There will be a chance to try dance, music, listen to stories, attend a family workshop and even puppetry. Everyone is welcome and we really hope to see many people taking part, getting to know the people they live and work with.

Brazil to Brent is being developed by Brents Heritage team in collaboration with Battersea Arts Centre and Brazilian artist Julia Evangelista, from Seethrough Theatre.

STADIUM EVENTSBruce Springsteen concert5 June

Coldplay concert 15-19 June

Rihanna concert24 June

Challenge Cup Final27 August 2016

The exhibition and workshops run from 1 July to 18 September. Contact museum. [email protected] for more information.

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Do you want to talk about health services in Brent? Would you like to hear how the NHS is changing in the borough?

Then save the date and attend the next health partners forum.

The forum brings together members of the local community with representatives from the NHS, the local authority and voluntary sector to discuss health and social care issues in Brent.

The event is organised by NHS Brent Clinical Commissioning Group which is responsible for planning and designing many health services in the borough.

BrentClinical Commissioning Group

Date: Wednesday 19 November 2014

Time: 6.00pm 8.00pm (Registration open and refreshments served from 5.15pm)

Venue: To be confirmed

For more information please email: [email protected] or call 020 8795 6107/6122

Save the date Wednesday 19 November 2014

The Brent Health Partners Forum

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Day Care from 35.00 a day huge discounts available!

Specialist day care Lunch Transport to and from the Centre on

our own minibuses Activity and social groups Tai Chi exercise classes Art classes Computer classes Movement to Music classes

Music Therapy Chiropodist services Hairdressing salon Outings, events and day trips to the

seaside Assisted bathing service Health and wellbeing advice and

support Information and advice service

We have a fantastic range of services including :-

Come and see us! To book a visit to see what we do, please call 0208 908 1220 or email o [email protected]

LocationSudbury Neighbourhood Centre809 Harrow RoadWembleyHA0 2LP(located behind Sudbury Methodist Church)

TransportFree car parking is available at the CentreTrains: Sudbury & Harrow Road (Chiltern Railways)Sudbury Town (Piccadilly Line)Buses: 18, 92, 182, 204, 245, 487, H17, N18

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NATIONAL BOOKSTART WEEK 2016: A HOLE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SEANational Bookstart Week 2016: A Hole at the Bottom of the Sea. Kingsbury Library, Wednesday 8 June, 2.15-3pm and Thursday 9 June, 10.30-11am. Friday 10 June, 10.30-11.30am and Saturday 11 June, 11am-12noon. Free. [email protected]

ALL ABOUT BRAZILContribute to our Brazil-themed work of art, working alongside a professional artist. All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Monday 4 July, 3.30-5.30pm. The Library at Willesden Green, Free. [email protected]

LEANDRO, AN EIGHT-YEAR-OLD IN RIO Using an inspired mix of puppetry, poetry and Brazil

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