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Above &
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Prof Alice Roberts Q&A • Bird In Hand review • What’s on Vegan recipes from Fulham food star Dipna Anand Win! Glamping break for two • Luxe holiday • Smiggle bundle
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Contents JANUARY 2019 | Vol. 4 | No.1
5 Disjointed Ramblings
28 Food at the Bird in Hand
8 Political pictures
32 Recipes: vegan virtues
11 Education guide
35 Competitions
24 Alice Roberts Q&A
38 Classified
Local news and charity events
Britain’s best cartoonists
Eight-page supplement
Academic’s thirst for learning
Jessica Elphinstone review
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One such fragment of the past can be found in Dance Attic just up the Fulham Road, a wonderfully outdated establishment where West Londoners head for pay-as-you-go dance classes of all description. While ballet has traditionally played a large part, tango, hip hop, capoeira, and ballroom are all flourishing. A small co-operative cafe operates, and it’s warming to see this little bohemian outpost of dancers still exist just a stone’s throw from Fulham Broadway. Prices are reasonable too, with a £2 daily membership fee on the door and then a fee of £5-£7 paid directly to the teacher. No bookings needed. To see a timetable visit www.danceattic.com or just turn up at Old Fulham Baths, 368 North End Road, SW6 1LY. When the weather outside is frightful, there’s nothing better than spending a cosy, cultured evening in one of London’s many theatres, from the last of the pantos
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to some excellent new shows. The RSC bring Don Quixote to Garrick Theatre in Covent Garden packed with jokes and slapstick humour. Enjoy a fun adaptation of Cervantes’ 17th century novel about a deluded, eccentric knight who goes on ludicrous adventures around Spain with his squire. For something more outlandish, Magic Mike Live comes to a specially kitted out new 360º theatre at the Hippodrome Casino in Covent Garden. The spin-off adaptation of the beloved stripper comedy that made Channing Tatum a household name is co-directed by the man himself. Don’t mooch about just because it’s January. What better way to get out and about and enjoy yourself than a good giggle at the South Kensington Comedy Club? Every Tuesday night Peter Merriment hosts a night of live stand up featuring some of the best acts from the comedy circuit. And if you fancy being frugal, the hilarious Gary Graham Knightley hosts a free show every Monday night from 8pm featuring seasoned pros of the comedy scene as well as brand new acts. The comedy club can be found above the Hoop & Toy Pub, 34 Thurloe Place SW7 2HQ.
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If ever there was a classic new year’s resolution to break, it’s learning a new language - notoriously hard to motivate oneself. A good way to stick at it is to meet up with fellow learners at The Language Social, every Sunday in Maida Vale. If you are learning Spanish, French, Italian or English and are interested in practicing and improving your language skills, then head to the free meetings for all levels take place from 5pm-7pm in The Prince Alfred pub, a locals favourite in Maida Vale since 1856. Located just minutes from the picturesque canals of Little Venice, the Victorian boozer is worth a visit in its own right. Head down to The Prince Alfred, 5A Formosa Street W9 1EE. Here’s another one for those looking for a ‘New Year, New Me’ activity: Do something crazy and join the Hash House Harriers, combining running and socialising clubs, based around the traditional English sport of Hare and Hounds. The West London contingent meet every Tuesday for a pint or two, before the run at around 7.15pm. The pack of runners pursue a trail that has been laid in advance, using chalk or flour, by the ‘Hare’. Just turn up on the night in running shoes, or, if you wish, email westlondonh3@gmail.com in advance. A sense of humour and a willingness to socialise are more important than running ability. Visit www.westlondonhash.com Art lovers, this is one for you! The National Gallery’s latest series of free, public lectures will take visitors on a journey across the former British empire, from Australia to the Caribbean and beyond. The series of lectures are at the Paul Mellon Centre from 7 Jan – 4 Feb. The theme will be “Global Landscape in the Age of Empire”, with talks by leading academic Timothy Barringer. The opening lecture is on the theme of the ‘Global Panorama’, moving on to notions of the ‘picturesque’, centered on Grand Tours, the Industrial Revolution in the British Isles, Orientalism, and finally the Americas. Lectures start at 6.30pm in the Sainsbury Wing Theatre of the National Gallery in Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN. For more info visit www.paul-mellon-centre.ac.uk
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More in the world of art – London Art Fair returns to Islington on 16th – 20th January. The fair provides a space to showcase the most exceptional modern and contemporary art of our time, to discover and to buy. It is an established destination for both museum quality modern and contemporary work, from small prints to major works by internationally renowned artists. London Art Fair provides access to talks, tours, screenings and curated spaces. Visit www.londonartfair.co.uk for more information or pop along to Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, N1 0QH. The nearest tube station is Angel.
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Liz Nicholls reflects on a tumultuous year in world politics, thanks to Tim Benson and the talented cartoonists who have depicted 2018 in satirical pictures...
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ew people might have relished the political drama served up throughout 2018... However, by way of positive spin, it has been a gift to cartoonists.
“It’s been fantastic!” exclaims Tim Benson, editor of Britain’s Best Political Cartoons and co-owner of The Political Cartoon Gallery & Café in London. “Over the last six years you couldn’t have made up the world events... For a cartoonist, it’s been like a daily treat. And the characters; from Jeremy Corbyn to Jacob Rees Mogg, Boris Johnson to Kim Jong Un... so many subjects to have fun with! No one knows what’s going to happen next.” We’re just kissing goodbye to 2018; a feverish year in which Brexit got serious, football fever, a 8 | R&A Fulham
UK heatwave and royal wedding mania gripped us all and Trump got transformed into a giant baby blimp (see above, by Peter Brookes of The Times)... Times of political turmoil test the mettle of our nation’s cartoonists – the best in the world. “We’re very lucky in this country, because cartoonists have more freedom here than anywhere else, which is something to be proud of,” says Tim. A historian with a particular interest in 20th century political history, Tim’s PhD was on Sir David Low’s relationship with Lord Beaverbrook, his editor at The Daily Express. He began collecting political caricatures and has written several titles on political cartoon art, a vital form of satire, from 19th century etcher James Gillray via wartime January 2019
master Sir David Low to today’s top draw. As a die-hard fan of newspapers myself, it’s cheering to read that it is also a media that works best in print. Tim rejoices in the art form, pointing out that, while cartoonists might be the “canaries in the mine” when it comes to budget cuts, it has survived the industrial revolution, print censorship and two world wars. “And we still have a culture of daily political cartooning in the broadsheet press: Evening Standard editor George Osborne recently reinvigorated his opinion pages by bringing back the political cartoon after a hiatus of 13 years.” Along with his partner Julie Dangoor, Tim has bought, sold and exhibited original cartoon art for 15 years. Their gallery is the world’s only venue dedicated to original political cartoon art, ranging from the Guardian’s Steve Bell and The Daily Telegraph’s Bob Moran to yesteryear greats “Vicky” (Victor Weisz) and Carl Giles as well as original gag cartoons from Punch and Private Eye. Tim has edited six Britain’s Best books, published by Random House. “It’s fabulous because I get to play God,” he tells me. “Selecting my favourites is hard because there are so many good cartoons. As for depicting people, David Low called them ‘tags of identity’ and politicians often play these up – Theresa May’s leopard print shoes, Howard Wilson choosing a pipe even though really he was a cigar man... To be in politics you need the hide of a rhinoceros but the higher up the greasy pole you go, the more vain you can get... When Steve Bell got wind David Cameron was really irked by being depicted with a condom on his head, it felt like winning the lottery. Cartoons are a wonderful in the ‘now’ but also, when you put them into context, become a kind of commentary.”
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pine cone lardy seed feeders and a suet and nut log are just some of the tasty treats to encourage feathered friends to feel at home!
Simple survey sheets are a great way to get started, helping you to count the birds with colourful worksheets designed for three age groups – five to seven years, seven to 11 and 11 to 14-year-olds. Focussing on the most common birds likely to be seen, youngsters are invited to record how many of each one they see and to draw any not included as well as recording any unusual features noticed.
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around care. When it comes to selecting a senior school, considerations relating to the curriculum, examination results, behaviour management, ethos, class size, extra-curricular provision and the school environment will be on your mind. And when you are looking for a sixth form, you will want to know about university destinations, examination success, opportunities for the development of life skills and careers education. The list goes on… Here in the south east, parents are blessed with a wide range of excellent schools and nurseries from which to choose and the choice can sometimes feel rather overwhelming, especially when friends and family also add their opinion into the mix. In the end, the decision is easier than you would think. Take time to visit the schools and nurseries in the area. Look beyond the first impression of bricks and mortar – is there a purposeful buzz of activity? Do the children or young people look happy and engaged? Do the teachers appear passionate about their subject? Is the head teacher approachable? Choosing a school or nursery is rather like choosing a family home; it can all seem incredibly complicated, but ultimately, it is the one that has the right feel that will be the right choice. This is very personal; one size does not fit all!
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lure of screens.” And she says there are even more exciting events planned over the coming months, including Stagecoach Live at the Shaftesbury Theatre, giving students the chance to showcase their talents to a large audience and with a special performance at the Olympic Stadium. Stagecoach Fulham’s Saturday classes are running at capacity but the new Friday classes begin on Friday, 11th January. Early Stage classes (four to six years) will run from 4.15pm to 5.45pm, with sessions for six to 18 years from 4.30pm to 7.30pm.
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It’s a great way to find out whether a certain type of career is for you. You’ll get the chance to learn new skills, make contacts and experience what it’s like working a whole day. But where do you begin? A good place to start is follow your passions. Try to do something you’re interested in – if, for example, you love animals, contact any zoos or animal sanctuaries. If being on stage or behind the scenes is your thing, try local theatres. Once you have a general idea start checking out the businesses and companies in your area as well as speaking to your school careers adviser. 16 | R&A Fulham
Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Here are some reasons why learning in later life is beneficial!
And don’t be disheartened if places you contact aren’t able to help; there are plenty of options. Some companies offer structured placements but competition can be tough so make sure you know what you want and how to ‘sell’ yourself. Many places will expect you to complete an application form too so double check your spelling and grammar when doing so. Having gained a place, hopefully with your chosen employer, put your nerves aside – a tricky one – and remember to make contact ahead of your placement to confirm details such as times, dress code, what to wear etc and a bit of research on them doesn’t do any harm, either. You’re now ready for your first proper day at work – make the most of it, you never know where it could lead… Karen Neville January 2019
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n the last 2 years alone, over £7.5 billion was refunded to consumerswho were mis-sold PPI but, despite these enormous sums being paid out, many older consumers still haven’t investigated if they are owed anything and many never will. Carol Platt is one of the directors of JMP Partnership. They have specialised in PPI claims for 12 years now. “Anyone aged over 35 who has ever had a loan, credit card or mortgage is likely to be affected by this scandal, but the people who are owed the most, by FAR, are those aged over 55.” Mrs A aged 51 got £2,250, Mrs K aged 47 got over £17,000 from Next and M&S and Mrs R aged 71 got just under £4,000. All clients of JMP Partnership living in SW6.
So why are so many people — especially those aged over 55 unlikely to receive the huge sums they are owed? There are several reasons, according to Carol. INERTIA — many older people simply don’t know what to do to get their money back, so they do nothing. FEAR — they know there are companies out there like JMP Partnership they can turn to for help, but they don’t know who they can trust.
Carol Platt, of JMP Partnership. BANKS TELL LIES — many people have already contacted their bank and been told they weren’t sold PPI when that JUST wasn’t true. So why should people in Fulham trust JMP Partnership to manage their claims? JMP Partnership is regulated by the Ministry of Justice’s Claims Management Regulation Unit, soon to be part of the FCA. They are a Trading Standards Approved small family business and have helped thousands of people to reclaim more than £60 million most of which relates to missold PPI. Trading Standards has never, in 12 years of trading, received a single complaint from a client of
JMP Partnership. “We can’t promise to get anyone a refund but as we work on a No win, No fee* basis you know for sure we will do our best to find and recover any money you might be owed” said Carol. JMP Partnership charges 20% + VAT of the gross sum refunded Visit their website at www.jmppartnership.com/ppi-refunds/round-andabout Alternatively, you can call 01983 403390. *No win no fee agreements are subject to a cancellation clause.
DISBELIEF — they simply don’t believe they are owed anything. EVIDENCE — many people wrongly believe they will have to provide the evidence they were sold this product.
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n 2015, Lloyds Bank was fined £117 million by the FCA for failing to treat their customers fairly when handling PPI complaints.
Carol Platt said: “There is such widespread misconduct still going on that it is shocking at times. Almost every day now for months we have been sending examples to regulators and recently we started copying them to the BBC because the misconduct continues unabated’’. Make no mistake, the banks do NOT want to make this process easy. ‘’Re-
cently one bank even started sending documents to us that had printing so small we were having to read hundreds of pages of statements with a magnifying glass’’. Over 1.4 million PPI complaints have had to be escalated to the Financial Ombudsman Service because banks have rejected them and some of those complex cases have taken more than 6 years to get upheld. ‘’But in most cases we get the result we are seeking in the end, and when we do, clients receive letters like the one here’’.
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MP Partnership has been working with BBC News and BBC Radio 4 over the last few months to expose some of the deceptive behaviour that banks have been involved in.
BBC News and the BBC consumer affairs programme You & Yours on Radio 4 have already run a number of stories and the people interviewed for these programmes were clients of JMP Partnership.
‘Over the last 5 years we have sent hundreds of examples of widespread misconduct to the FCA (banking regulator) and the point came earlier this year when it became apparent that nothing was being done to stop it’ said Jon Platt, Managing Director of JMP.
Stephen Pearce from Wales was one of the people who agreed to tell his story to the BBC.
Since JMP Partnership started exposing this scandal with the help of the BBC, both Barclays & HSBC have been forced to admit that they will have to write out to tens of thousands of consumers they gave misleading information to.
Stephen said “Barclays replied to me and said that I didn’t have PPI, and I was prepared to accept that at the time because I assumed the bank had done its research and that was the truthful and correct answer”, he said. After beginning to doubt what he was told, Mr Pearce hired a CMC (JMP Partnership) to pursue the matter. Barclays finally wrote back and admitted he had PPI after all. The bank accepted that the PPI policy had
been mis-sold and offered Mr Pearce a refund of £3,991.52. Sharon Humby from the Isle of Wight was lied to by Natwest and that lie cost Natwest over £4,000 in total compensation. More scandals are set to be exposed in the New Year. Read two of the stories online at www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45631655. www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-your-money-46260409
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If you’re looking for a more nurturing way to shake off those winter cobwebs, Hammersmith’s Lumi Power Yoga are offering an unlimited 21-day yoga membership for just £30. Available to all new students, there’s no excuse not to get stretching your body and mind. Lumi offer a range of classes from power vinyasa to hot yoga, which they’re confident will help you improve your physical and mental strength, posture, sleep and breathing. To find out more and sign up, visit www. lumipoweryoga.com or head along to Lumi Power Yoga, 121 King Street, W6 9JG. And here’s a millennial form of exercise if ever we saw one - the UK founders of DOGA (that’s yoga for you and your dog!) are holding a one-off session near Notting Hill on Monday, 14th January. The 90 minute session is perfect for those who can’t bear to be separated from their pooch. Enjoy relaxing and invigorating yoga alongside your dog, learning new doggy yoga moves to try at home. Benefits of Doga include improved reasoning, increasing mindfulness, trust, deep sleep and reducing anxiety for you and your dog. For more information contact doga@dogamahny.co.uk or visit www. dogamahny.com/blog/
Scottish or not, the annual Burns Night knees-up is always a great excuse for a party. It’s celebrated this year on Friday, 25th January, with haggis and whisky alongside a spot of poetry, in memory of the iconic 18th century poet. The Brown Cow on Fulham Road do an excellent Burns Night dinner party, which last year included the beloved deep fried Mars bar, as well as a questionable Irn-Bru ice cream. Visit www.thebrowncowpub.co.uk for details and to book. Also get your fix of highland meat and game at Scottish restaurant Mac & Wild, at their two locations in Fitzrovia and Devonshire Square. For more raucous Highland celebrations, track down a ceilidh and dance the night away. The Ceilidh Club will be hosting a Burns Night ceilidh at Hammersmith Town Hall on 19th January, with tickets available online for £37.50 (concessions £25). Doors open at 7pm and haggis, neeps and tatties are served buffet style between 7.15ish and 10ish. Dancing starts at 8pm and at half time (about 9.20) the haggis is piped in with the Address to the Haggis. Dancing until 11pm before festivities end with Auld Lang Syne. No dress code, but tartan is appreciated and dressing to impress is key. If you would like to recite a Burns poem or song then please get in touch via www. ceilidhclub.com. The ceilidh takes place at Hammersmith Town Hall, King Street, W6 9JU.
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Alice’s adventures Academic, writer and Digging for Britain broadcaster Professor Alice Roberts chats to Peter Anderson ahead of her speaking tour this month
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What sparked your interest in anatomy? “I’ve always been fascinated by the structure of the human body and by evolution. I read books by Richard Dawkins and Steven Jay Gould voraciously as a teenager, as well as watching David Attenborough; Life on Earth had a huge impact on me. I slipped from medicine into academia, teaching anatomy to medical students, and I did a PhD comparing the skeletons of humans and other apes. I just found anatomy endlessly fascinating; I still do!”
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lessons would spark off in all kinds of directions – and we had the glorious feeling learning was something we could lead. That kind of creativity in the classroom is so precious.” Q. How do you relax away from work? “I draw, paint, go for long walks and I love kayaking, on rivers and the sea, whenever I can. I love watching films with my kids, and reading to them. Visiting friends is important too – a lot of mine are also busy, working mums and dads – and it’s important to make time for a good cup of tea and a chat.” Q. We now have a female Doctor Who. If you were in charge of the Tardis, which period of history would you travel back to and why? “The Bronze Age. I’d love to see people living in a Bronze Age village, like the one at Must Farm (near Peterborough) – in roundhouses built on stilts over the edge of a river, paddling log canoes out on the water and driving their cattle down to the riverside to graze. I’d love to know how they wore the beads we find on our digs, and what they cooked for tea! I’d also love to know about their stories – and what they believed in – but I’d need a translator!”
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Wing & a prayer Jessica Elphinstone enjoys a great winter-warming feast at the iconic Bird in Hand in Kensington.
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It’s blowing a wintry gale the night we visit, and the candlelit pub couldn’t have felt more cosy against the Arctic winds The Bird in outside. A farmhouse atmosphere with exposed bricks and log Hand strikes a pervades, piles and a couple of dogs roaming good balance around. The reason behind the name of this charming pub in quiet Brook Green remains a mystery, so we move onto the menu for entertainment. A selection of small plates (£8-12) are orderly divided between garden, sea and land, with a strong Italian theme running throughout the elements.
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subtle butternut squash and ricotta ravioli from the garden section alongside. A quenelle of chicken liver parfait is unexpectedly creamy and flavoursome, thickly spread across toasted sourdough and drizzled with truffle honey. Fat, salty anchovies on toast are lovely and comforting, the sort of simple Sunday evening supper best enjoyed by a roaring fire. Juicy duck breast with pied bleu mushrooms are equally delicious, tempered with a mineral-rich glass of Marcillac Lo Sang del Pais. For those looking for something more casual, the pub also operates an entirely separate pizza menu. Tempting flavour combinations such as the Gustosa (£13.50) topped with nduja sausage, gorgonzola and piquillo peppers catch our eye on the next door table. We resist, and save room instead for a spiced pumpkin tart with cinnamon ice cream. It does not disappoint. With the trappings of a country pub but the menu of a smart London restaurant, The Bird in Hand strikes a good balance, and is certainly worth two in (Shepherd’s) bush! Thea tells us she’s flying the nest this month as the group launches a sister restaurant called The Oak SW11 in Battersea, and we have every hope it’ll be just as good.
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Movie moguls and film enthusiasts gather this month for London Short Film Festival, 10 days of cutting edge short films, creative events and live music in venues across the city. Now in its 16th year, the festival attracts tens of thousands of visitors, and showcases the best of up-and-coming filmmaking in the capital. Over 500 films will be screened this year, carefully curated from over 2,500 UK and international submissions. Events are held in some of London’s most historic cinematic venues, from the Institute of Contemporary Arts to BFI Southbank, Curzon Soho to Hackney’s MOTH Club and Dalston’s Grade II listed Rio. For more details on the programme, visit www.shortfilms.org.uk
If you didn’t make it to Oxford Street’s very own rooftop skating rink in the pre-Christmas rush there are still a few more days to get your fix of skyline skating, coupled with a hot gin cocktail from Sipsmiths and a freshly baked pie on the side, to make the most of the holiday season. The wintry rooftop garden atop John Lewis is loosely inspired by the frost fairs that used to take place on the Thames, in the days when it froze over. The ice rink is open daily and costs a very reasonable £8. It’s only open until 6th January so get your skates on! For more information and to book, visit www.johnlewis.com/our-
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