Category Archives: The Political
No More Fashion Victims – Three Things That You Can Do To Change The Industry
You can’t have escaped the news of the tragic garment factory collapse in Rana Plaza, Bangladesh where over 900 people have been killed. The really sad thing is that this is not the first tragedy like this to occur, there have been numerous fires
No More Fashion Victims – Three Things That You Can Do To Change The Industry
You can’t have escaped the news of the tragic garment factory collapse in Rana Plaza, Bangladesh where over 900 people have been killed. The really sad thing is that this is not the first tragedy like this to occur, there have been numerous fires
Future Fashion \\ Tara Starlet
Back in September as part of my Future Fashion series at Shoreditch House, I interviewed Tara Scott, the founder of vintage inspired label Tara Starlet. The brand specialises in late 30s to early 60s inspired womenswear. Tara was one of the six chosen to go and
Future Fashion \\ Tara Starlet
Back in September as part of my Future Fashion series at Shoreditch House, I interviewed Tara Scott, the founder of vintage inspired label Tara Starlet. The brand specialises in late 30s to early 60s inspired womenswear. Tara was one of the six chosen to go and
Be Part of a Very Collaborative Book
I am making a very exciting book this year. It’s being designed by Ella Britton and Joana Casaca Lemos, and is part of the Think Act Vote (?!X) project that I started in 2010. It is a radical think tank
Be Part of a Very Collaborative Book
I am making a very exciting book this year. It’s being designed by Ella Britton and Joana Casaca Lemos, and is part of the Think Act Vote (?!X) project that I started in 2010. It is a radical think tank
Think Act Vote (?!X) Manifesto
The Think Act Vote Manifesto - written by me, illustrated by hand by artist Robert Reed. ** Every second the world is changing, and we shape it by how we spend our time, money and energy. We Think, Act and Vote. We Create
Think Act Vote (?!X) Manifesto
The Think Act Vote Manifesto - written by me, illustrated by hand by artist Robert Reed. ** Every second the world is changing, and we shape it by how we spend our time, money and energy. We Think, Act and Vote. We Create
Electoral Reform
Today I was elected onto the council of the Electoral Reform Society for a two year term. I was encouraged to stand after supporting the Yes Campaign earlier this year, here is my vision for change. Why I want to
Electoral Reform
Today I was elected onto the council of the Electoral Reform Society for a two year term. I was encouraged to stand after supporting the Yes Campaign earlier this year, here is my vision for change. Why I want to
Reflections on the AV Referendum
I got involved in the Yes Campaign earlier this year, because I know that politics in the UK can be better than it is, and believed that the alternative voting system was a small but achievable stepping stone to creating a new kind of healthier
Reflections on the AV Referendum
I got involved in the Yes Campaign earlier this year, because I know that politics in the UK can be better than it is, and believed that the alternative voting system was a small but achievable stepping stone to creating a new kind of healthier
From Somewhere’s Perfect Little Black Dress
Last week, just two days before the referendum we had our final rally that brought together a variety of supporters from different backgrounds including One Foot in the Grave actor Richard Wilson, Kriss Akabusi, In the Think of It writer
From Somewhere’s Perfect Little Black Dress
Last week, just two days before the referendum we had our final rally that brought together a variety of supporters from different backgrounds including One Foot in the Grave actor Richard Wilson, Kriss Akabusi, In the Think of It writer
Women and Environmentalists Urge You To Vote Yes to the Alternative Vote
Helping out with the Yes To Fairer Votes campaign really feels like one of the most important things I have done. Last night at our rally, I was beyond inspired when I spoke with a variety of speakers including Lord
Women and Environmentalists Urge You To Vote Yes to the Alternative Vote
Helping out with the Yes To Fairer Votes campaign really feels like one of the most important things I have done. Last night at our rally, I was beyond inspired when I spoke with a variety of speakers including Lord
Make Your Vote Count!
On Monday I took part in a press conference with some of our politicians and Eddie Izzard speaking out for Yes to Fairer Votes. As those of you who read my blog will have noticed, I am supporting the campaign as a Vice-Chair
Make Your Vote Count!
On Monday I took part in a press conference with some of our politicians and Eddie Izzard speaking out for Yes to Fairer Votes. As those of you who read my blog will have noticed, I am supporting the campaign as a Vice-Chair
Give Up Yourself Unto This Moment – The Time For Change Is Now!
We now have just over three weeks until the hopefully transformative referendum on our voting system. It’s hard to judge the mood of the country on this, as I am involved in the Yes to Fairer Votes campaign, but from
Give Up Yourself Unto This Moment – The Time For Change Is Now!
We now have just over three weeks until the hopefully transformative referendum on our voting system. It’s hard to judge the mood of the country on this, as I am involved in the Yes to Fairer Votes campaign, but from
The Yes Campaign People’s Launch
Last weekend was the People’s launch of the Yes Campaign, for the Alternative Vote in the up-coming referendum. Back in Feb, in my post, Why I Say Yes in May, I explained that I am a Vice-Chair of the campaign.
The Yes Campaign People’s Launch
Last weekend was the People’s launch of the Yes Campaign, for the Alternative Vote in the up-coming referendum. Back in Feb, in my post, Why I Say Yes in May, I explained that I am a Vice-Chair of the campaign.
Why I Say Yes in May
In less then three months, we have an incredible opportunity to update the system that effects our lives. When it comes to how laws are made in our country, our main interaction is in the ballot box. We vote to
Why I Say Yes in May
In less then three months, we have an incredible opportunity to update the system that effects our lives. When it comes to how laws are made in our country, our main interaction is in the ballot box. We vote to
Changing Education Paradigms
Today I am mostly thinking about this. Watch this great talk by Sir Ken Robinson, animated by the RSA.
Changing Education Paradigms
Today I am mostly thinking about this. Watch this great talk by Sir Ken Robinson, animated by the RSA.
Coalition at Theatre 503
A friend of mine invited me to go and see Coalition last week at Theatre 503, above The Latchmere. I went along not knowing what I was heading to and found myself sat next to Baroness Oona King. The concept
Coalition at Theatre 503
A friend of mine invited me to go and see Coalition last week at Theatre 503, above The Latchmere. I went along not knowing what I was heading to and found myself sat next to Baroness Oona King. The concept
Think Act Vote
We have an election coming up in a few months. Historically elections have always got me excited. My oldest political memory is of staying up late with my parents for what must have been 1992 I had a blue scarf
Think Act Vote
We have an election coming up in a few months. Historically elections have always got me excited. My oldest political memory is of staying up late with my parents for what must have been 1992 I had a blue scarf
