Tackling the School Wars Phenomenon
A wave of TikTok-fuelled posts has recently encouraged school pupils to organise fights between schools, using slang borrowed from US gang culture. Actual incidents appear limited, but the trend is worrying.
We’ve each lived in the area for many years, and it’s where we’ve put down roots. This is our home, and we care deeply about making it the best it can be for everyone who lives here.
Between us, our lives and experiences are varied, juggling work, family life, and volunteering. We understand how challenging it can be to balance commitments and cope with rising costs. That lived experience is what we believe local politics needs more of.
As a team, we’ve always believed in getting involved rather than standing back. From volunteering with local charities and community groups to supporting neighbourhood projects and events, we roll up our sleeves and do our bit.
Now we’re standing for election because we want to give something back. Together, we’re determined to help create a council that listens, responds, and delivers for our community.
A wave of TikTok-fuelled posts has recently encouraged school pupils to organise fights between schools, using slang borrowed from US gang culture. Actual incidents appear limited, but the trend is worrying.
Many social housing tenants are telling us they are facing long waits for repairs – which often aren’t done properly even when they finally happen.
The Labour-run Council in Waltham Forest recently voted through a budget that will hurt our borough for years to come.