Tag Archives: South Africa

Bishop Paul & John Sentamu call for South Africa

Posted on May 25, 2024 by ianchisnall

Last Tuesday afternoon on 21st May there was a session in the House of Lords that was published as South Africa and the person who set it out was the Bishop of Southwell and Nottingham who is Paul Williams. He … Continue reading →

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Three strong calls by Sussex MPs that were badly impacted

Posted on February 15, 2021 by ianchisnall

Last week in Parliament there were many discussions that took place and which involved nearly all of our local MPs. Sadly in at least three of the cases, there were very damaging comments made even though each of our local … Continue reading →

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HMY Iolaire and SS Mendi and nearly 900 tragic deaths

Posted on November 10, 2019 by ianchisnall

Earlier this year I had the privilege of travelling to Stornaway as part of our trip to the Isles of Harris and Lewis and was able to spend a few minutes at the Memorial set up a few months earlier … Continue reading →

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A lack of consistency

Posted on December 11, 2013 by ianchisnall

 The tribute to Nelson Mandela in Parliament yesterday led to a number of anecdotes and memories being discussed in a place where our laws are made. Many of our legislators had met Mr Mandela, and so there was a rich resource … Continue reading →

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