Dear community members,
2020 has presented exceptional challenges for all of us, and we are grateful we were able to keep our community association going through the use of virtual meetings.
We were very much looking forward to hold some kind of Christmas event this year – potentially outdoors – but with plans to place London into tier 3 lockdown, we have resigned to make our Christmas meeting next Wednesday (16th of December) virtual once again (details to be published on the day as usual).
We were able to bring a little bit of a festive spirit to Nelson Square by lighting up our Monkey Puzzle tree, and we hope you enjoy the humble spectacle.
Major works
Having cleared the drain pipes, Standage are installing a silicone lining inside of the pipes to waterproof them. This became necessary after it turned out that they were rusted through in various places following neglect to maintain them adequately.
This work is currently taking place on the Eastern side of Rowland Hill House, and will continue towards the centre- and Western sections in the new year. Regrettably, Southwark council decided it would be most appropriate for the contractors’ vans to park on the grass area South of Rowland Hill House, which is why this area is now fenced off and boarded up. We only had one day notice of this.
Water tank replacements
Independent of the major works undertaken by Standage, the water tanks at the top of Rowland Hill House are being replaced. The contractors undertaking this worked can be reached on 020 3589 3133 or 01689 806 182.
Council Contact
Sophique Miah <Sofique.Miah@southwark.gov.uk> 020 7525 0915 can be contacted with inquiries about either the Major Works or the Water tank replacements.
Financial aid available
Are you struggling financially?
Do you need to feed your family?
Southwark Group of Tenants Association has small grants of between £100 and £250 available each month, which can be awarded to vulnerable residents. Grants can be awarded to help food bills, but also for essential items like school materials or clothing.
The grants need to be applied for via us; please get in touch via the contact form if you wish to apply.
Welcome Victor
We would like to welcome Victor from Applegarth House onto the committee.
Victor has been working with the London Ambulance Service to arrange First Responder training. Due to COVID, sessions cannot currently take place, but we are looking forward to start offering them once we are allowed to re-open our community hall.
So long
On behalf of all at NSGCA, I would like to wish everybody a peaceful holiday period, and a healthy and successful new year 2021.
Toby, Chair
