
Holly Whitbread: The irony is that, despite social distancing, the crisis is bringing us together
In Epping Forest, Whatsapp groups have emerged with people offering to run errands. People are using newly formed takeaway services.
Holly Whitbread is an Epping Forest District councillor and currently works as a Parliamentary Researcher.
Follow @In Epping Forest, Whatsapp groups have emerged with people offering to run errands. People are using newly formed takeaway services.
We are canvassing with clear messages which are resonating. Local membership is growing, activists far are more engaged and proud to pound the streets.
This innovative solution is preferable to bed and breakfast accommodation. Residents who live in a pod can live more independently, cooking their own food.
We usually seen them off in Epping Forest. But it is important to deliver on Brexit to avoid grievances being exploited.
I have had doors slammed in my face and been called a traitor. But I keep promoting a positive, localised Conservative message.
Young people must have a sense of active citizenship. A reassertion of respect for authority figures is needed.
In the face of our challenges, we often forget about our many opportunities, our potential and what we already have to celebrate.