Daily Archives: November 10, 2011

Snakes alive: cookery show discovers hidden talents

Posted on November 10, 2011 by insidecroydon

Well that was a surprise. The trouble with formulaic TV shows is that, well, they conform to a formula, and rarely depart much from their tried and trusted recipe – unlike the contestants on reality cookery shows. And it has … Continue reading →

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Secret meeting planned to decide on deadly £1bn incinerator

Posted on November 10, 2011 by insidecroydon

Next week, Croydon Council is to make a £1 billion decision, which could threaten the long-term health of generations of local people. All the decisive discussions will be conducted in secret behind closed doors. The ruling Conservative group’s “cabinet” will … Continue reading →

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Croydon bin collections: It really is a load of old rubbish

Posted on November 10, 2011 by insidecroydon

One month in, and Inside Croydon‘s initial scepticism about the council’s new refuse collection system is appearing to be well-founded. The principle of greater re-cycling is fine. The implementation has been, even if we are to be charitable, chaotic. The … Continue reading →

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