11grand to discuss multiculturilism - Page 2

Gayle · 24-11-2006, 21:40

And to be honest Ianto.W. I can understand your frustration. Of course, we're seeing it from different perspectives and have different opinions about it.

My perspective is that this money is out there and I try to bring it back into the borough - would you rather that it went to Birmingham or Surrey or any other place in the country?

The flaw, if there is one, is probably in the system to start off with. But I can't do anything about that!

Wynonie Harris · 24-11-2006, 21:40

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Originally Posted by Ianto.W.

I wish I was an IMMI'GRANT'.

You are an immigrant, aren't you? I was under the impression you came from Mars.

Ianto.W. · 24-11-2006, 21:47

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Originally Posted by Wynonie Harris

You are an immigrant, aren't you? I was under the impression you came from Mars.

Youv'e spotted me Wynone have you, I take your point Gayle it is frustrating regards to you both Ianto. W.

Wynonie Harris · 24-11-2006, 21:49

Greetings, o, voyager from a distant world!

Doug · 24-11-2006, 21:51

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Originally Posted by Wynonie Harris

Greetings, o, voyager from a distant world!

Bloody hell, can't they keep the dingles in................

WillowTheWhisp · 24-11-2006, 22:29

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Originally Posted by Ianto.W.

I squirmed when I read the newspaper report, after waiting for a grant on my house (in vain** for 20 years or more. You can argue till the 'cows come home' but you will not change my mind. Ianto.W. I wish I was an IMMI'GRANT'.

The money hasn't been given to immigrants. It has been used to pay people like the photographer and reporter involved in the project. As far as I recall he is from Lancashire and has done other work in Hyndburn, and she's from Hebden Bridge.

If this hadn't been done it wouldn't have made one iota of a difference to your wait for a grant.

Ianto.W. · 24-11-2006, 22:39

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Originally Posted by WillowTheWhisp

The money hasn't been given to immigrants. It has been used to pay people like the photographer and reporter involved in the project. As far as I recall he is from Lancashire and has done other work in Hyndburn, and she's from Hebden Bridge.

If this hadn't been done it wouldn't have made one iota of a difference to your wait for a grant.

I had better get Gayle to sort my application out Willow, the point I tried to make was that the money does not go where it is needed, I do not think anyone is remotely intrested in how 'multicultural ' folk live together.

Gayle · 24-11-2006, 22:42

And I'm looking for another photographer and researcher to add to the project.

I've done a quick tot up of figures and in the past year I've raised £90k for various different projects or events in Hyndburn. These have been attended by about 9,000 people (all local). It has provided at least one day's work for approximately 120 people (mostly local) and has supported over 100 organisations or service providers (all local).

Gayle · 24-11-2006, 22:45

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Originally Posted by Ianto.W.

I had better get Gayle to sort my application out Willow, the point I tried to make was that the money does not go where it is needed, I do not think anyone is remotely intrested in how 'multicultural ' folk live together.

I disagree Ianto (of course I would) lots of people are interested in how people live together. The results of this project will be given to a lot of people - influential people who can help this area get even more money.

Ianto.W. · 24-11-2006, 22:50

Nothing personal Gayle, but I got on fine before we were a 'multicultural' society.

WillowTheWhisp · 24-11-2006, 22:56

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Originally Posted by Ianto.W.

the point I tried to make was that the money does not go where it is needed,

If you mean it doesn't go towards repairs to council houses then no, it doesn't, any more than the money I spend on my kids' Christmas presents or presents for friends goes towards getting us a new freezer.

spinner · 24-11-2006, 23:00

gayle is just trying to whittle the issue down to perspective but like i said there have been so many of these so called projects providing eid dinners etc but i cant see the results of their work in terms of integration etc. the only people who benefit are those whose jobs are secured and the same old people go to thse functions anyway. it is a mafia of sorts. we the public should try to change the way these projects are run by complaining to the gov i am really fed up about it !!!

Gayle · 24-11-2006, 23:07

I'm not trying to whittle it down to anything, I'm just putting my view forward.

BUT, if you feel really strongly about it then yes, you should complain to the government, I'm not stopping you.

Ianto.W. · 24-11-2006, 23:07

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Originally Posted by WillowTheWhisp

If you mean it doesn't go towards repairs to council houses then no, it doesn't, any more than the money I spend on my kids' Christmas presents or presents for friends goes towards getting us a new freezer.

No Willow I own my own house 'fridge' and I struggle very hard to maintain it, have a walk down Countess Street and see how much is being spent on people who have not been here as long as iv'e owned this one.

spinner · 24-11-2006, 23:21

oh just before i go the only reason i live in accrington is yes youve guessed it the poverty trap cycle. you wont be finding exiting brain tingling answers when you will do your complicated research. oh will i be paid from this money for my views