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Never let anyone tell you that young people are ill mannered…
To the headteacher of East London Science School… Dear David On this warm and sunny Friday afternoon, I thought you might appreciate this short note as you get ready for the weekend. I have just shared a tube carriage with a party of your pupils who are on the way to the V&A…
Compassionate Leadership in Action
Yesterday, I had the privilege of leading a session with senior leaders from youth organisations across Oxfordshire, exploring the role of compassionate leadership in driving meaningful change. As we discussed our shared challenges and aspirations, I was asked to reflect on my own leadership journey and the ways in which compassion has been a guiding…
A reflection on last night’s events in Paris
Tonight, France is in mourning. Last night, between 21:20, local time, and 22:00, Paris suffered a series of deadly attacks, described by President Francois Hollande as “unprecedented”. They were, he said, an “act of war” organised by Islamic State (IS) militant groups. Shootings, bomb blasts and a hostage siege have left at least 128 people dead and hundreds…
An evening with Witney Buttercross Scout Group
A real delight to visit Witney Buttercross Scout Group this evening and spend time with the Marlborough Cub Pack, one of five Cub packs within the Group. For those who do not know it, Witney Buttercross Scout Group is something of a powerhouse. With more than 400 young people and around 40 adults in uniform,…
