I sadly missed the book launch because I was away at the LGA Labour conference. Guest speakers at the launch included local MPs Stephen Timms, Diane Abbott, James Asser and our Labour Mayor candidate, Forhad Hussain.
While researching the book Sharon interviewed me and very kindly gave me a copy which I am reading with real pleasure and will post a review once I am finished.
Sharon is also standing to be a Newham Labour Councillor in May. She is simply a force of nature on the campaign trail - bright, positive, hard working and deeply committed to our community, She will make an excellent Councillor.
You can find links to buy her book at https://newhams.netlify.app including via Newham Books affiliate page https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/newham-for-newcomers-my-journey-your-guide-our-community-sharon-chawda/30a36c3fd6ad8645
"History, hardship and hope in one East London borough"
Newham for Newcomers is a clear-eyed guide to one of Britain’s youngest and most diverse boroughs. Mixing local history with voices from residents, traders, councillors and campaigners, it looks at housing, work, sport, faith, politics and safety ... while not shying away from poverty, crime or bad planning.
Join committed local resident Sharon Chawda on a tour of the clubs, libraries, community gardens and grassroots projects at the beating heart of Newham.
“An original and well written portrait of this intriguing East London Borough. Newham is fortunate to have been discovered by such a talented young local author.” – Antonia Fraser
“As a neighbouring Northeast London MP I am delighted that Sharon Chawda has portrayed Newham’s effervescent diversity with such style and charm in her first book. I predict that she has a bright political and literary future ahead of her.” – The Rt Hon. Diane Abbott MP
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