Commonside Trust
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What the Autumn Budget means for you | MoneyHelper
Find out what changes the government has announced in its Autumn Budget 2025 and how the measures could affect you.
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Our recommendation for a guide to yesterday's Budget, for ordinary people.
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Research from @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social tells us that 49% of people with limited broadband access feel less confident on-line and looks into the reasons why:
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The new digital divide: Digital confidence in the age of AI | Good Things Foundation
Our Advocacy Lead Hannah gives insight into our polling, what is eroding our digital confidence in the age of AI, and what we can do to bolster it.
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November 29, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Research from @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social tells us that 49% of people with limited broadband access feel less confident on-line and looks into the reasons why:
www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/dig...
www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/dig...
You can read up on @moneyandmentalhealth.org 's thoughts on Financial Inclusion and this month's Budget statement from the Government here:
www.moneyandmentalhealth.org/financial-in...
www.moneyandmentalhealth.org/financial-in...
Financial Inclusion Strategy: Progress and Accountability - Money and Mental Health Policy Institute
Helen Undy reacts to the Financial Inclusion Strategy: progress on inclusive design, insurance and debt support - now it needs accountability.
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November 29, 2025 at 1:10 PM
You can read up on @moneyandmentalhealth.org 's thoughts on Financial Inclusion and this month's Budget statement from the Government here:
www.moneyandmentalhealth.org/financial-in...
www.moneyandmentalhealth.org/financial-in...
Our recommendation for a guide to yesterday's Budget, for ordinary people.
www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/blog/ever...
www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/blog/ever...
What the Autumn Budget means for you | MoneyHelper
Find out what changes the government has announced in its Autumn Budget 2025 and how the measures could affect you.
www.moneyhelper.org.uk
November 27, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Our recommendation for a guide to yesterday's Budget, for ordinary people.
www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/blog/ever...
www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/blog/ever...
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Come to our AGM on Wednesday 26th November and get involved in planning sports and fitness activities on the new PlayZones scheduled for opening in Pollards Hill Ward in 2026!
November 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Come to our AGM on Wednesday 26th November and get involved in planning sports and fitness activities on the new PlayZones scheduled for opening in Pollards Hill Ward in 2026!
Come along to the New Horizon Centre, South Lodge Avenue, Pollards Hill, CR4 1LT next Wednesday 26th November at 3.30pm for some free, pre-Christmas musical fun with RahRah Theatre!
November 21, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Come along to the New Horizon Centre, South Lodge Avenue, Pollards Hill, CR4 1LT next Wednesday 26th November at 3.30pm for some free, pre-Christmas musical fun with RahRah Theatre!
Come to our AGM on Wednesday 26th November and get involved in planning sports and fitness activities on the new PlayZones scheduled for opening in Pollards Hill Ward in 2026!
November 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Come to our AGM on Wednesday 26th November and get involved in planning sports and fitness activities on the new PlayZones scheduled for opening in Pollards Hill Ward in 2026!
A lovely, creative, friendly and interesting way to get to know your local area better.
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Trees of Clapham Common | South London Botanical Institute
Join us for a stroll through Clapham Common as we explore the diverse and fascinating world of trees in our urban oasis. Trees of Clapham Common Join the SLBI on …
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November 7, 2025 at 4:33 PM
A lovely, creative, friendly and interesting way to get to know your local area better.
www.slbi.org.uk/event/trees-...
www.slbi.org.uk/event/trees-...
Sellers local to Pollards Hill and/or East Mitcham sought for our Christmas Lights event on 29th November. No tombolas please as we already have several!
November 7, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Sellers local to Pollards Hill and/or East Mitcham sought for our Christmas Lights event on 29th November. No tombolas please as we already have several!
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Made this using some cheap acrylic paint and a pumpkin lol
October 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Made this using some cheap acrylic paint and a pumpkin lol
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Britain is lagging behind the rest of the world on phasing out mercury dental fillings, with 43 countries having already banned mercury amalgam, including the EU, Sweden, Norway, Tanzania, Uganda, Indonesia and the Philippines. www.theguardian.com/environment/... #BBCPM
Toxin levels in fish lead to calls for UK-wide ban on mercury dental fillings
Exclusive: More than 98% of fish and mussels tested in English waters contain mercury above EU safety limits
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October 30, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Britain is lagging behind the rest of the world on phasing out mercury dental fillings, with 43 countries having already banned mercury amalgam, including the EU, Sweden, Norway, Tanzania, Uganda, Indonesia and the Philippines. www.theguardian.com/environment/... #BBCPM
Wonder whether you need to know about AI and if it can ever be trusted? We trust these guys to let you know:
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Artificial Intelligence | Artificial Intelligence | Good Things Foundation Learning
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October 31, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Wonder whether you need to know about AI and if it can ever be trusted? We trust these guys to let you know:
learning.goodthingsfoundation.org/ai
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NEW: EU and NATO states continue to take steps to increase European defenses against covert and overt Russian attacks. FT reported on October 9 that four NATO officials stated that NATO states are discussing more forceful responses to Russia’s increasingly provocative actions. isw.pub/UkrWar100925
October 10, 2025 at 1:30 AM
NEW: EU and NATO states continue to take steps to increase European defenses against covert and overt Russian attacks. FT reported on October 9 that four NATO officials stated that NATO states are discussing more forceful responses to Russia’s increasingly provocative actions. isw.pub/UkrWar100925
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The Israeli military said a ceasefire in Gaza had gone into effect, triggering the start of a 72-hour window for the release of hostages by Hamas as part of the first phase of Donald Trump’s peace plan for the territory. on.ft.com/4mWGnGA
October 10, 2025 at 1:16 PM
The Israeli military said a ceasefire in Gaza had gone into effect, triggering the start of a 72-hour window for the release of hostages by Hamas as part of the first phase of Donald Trump’s peace plan for the territory. on.ft.com/4mWGnGA
We still have houseplants to give away! Just get in touch first and we will plant them up! Plus ALWAYS, free books! Come and take your pick!
Coming soon thanks to www.potgang.co.uk and @mayoroflondon.bsky.social 's Fund - FREE grow your own food session for children and families - 21st August at the New Horizon Centre. We are also giving away house plants as that we have grown from cuttings, as they can boost well-being.
October 9, 2025 at 12:52 PM
We still have houseplants to give away! Just get in touch first and we will plant them up! Plus ALWAYS, free books! Come and take your pick!
It's true! FREE guided craft sessions, already discussing ideas for making Christmas presents and decorations, any other festivals also welcomed, - with Andrea, who really knows her stuff and is brim-ful of ideas. After lunch at 1pm Weds/Thursdays. Contact [email protected] for details.
All are very welcome at our after-lunch craft sessions with Andrea. If you want to start making Christmas presents with materials supplied & excellent guidance, get started now!
October 9, 2025 at 12:51 PM
It's true! FREE guided craft sessions, already discussing ideas for making Christmas presents and decorations, any other festivals also welcomed, - with Andrea, who really knows her stuff and is brim-ful of ideas. After lunch at 1pm Weds/Thursdays. Contact [email protected] for details.
Come along to our AGM next Wednesday: 6pm in the New Horizon Centre.
September 3, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Come along to our AGM next Wednesday: 6pm in the New Horizon Centre.
Join us tomorrow for a free children's Grow Your Own session!
August 20, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Join us tomorrow for a free children's Grow Your Own session!
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With free lunch afterwards! "Wonky" production from the Really Big Pants Company, supported by the Mayor of London - free live performance TOMORROW Thursday 14th August at the New Horizon Centre, CR4 1LT. Booking not required. @kinglucythe1st.bsky.social @commonsidecdtrust.bsky.social
August 13, 2025 at 7:04 AM
With free lunch afterwards! "Wonky" production from the Really Big Pants Company, supported by the Mayor of London - free live performance TOMORROW Thursday 14th August at the New Horizon Centre, CR4 1LT. Booking not required. @kinglucythe1st.bsky.social @commonsidecdtrust.bsky.social
Coming soon thanks to www.potgang.co.uk and @mayoroflondon.bsky.social 's Fund - FREE grow your own food session for children and families - 21st August at the New Horizon Centre. We are also giving away house plants as that we have grown from cuttings, as they can boost well-being.
August 14, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Coming soon thanks to www.potgang.co.uk and @mayoroflondon.bsky.social 's Fund - FREE grow your own food session for children and families - 21st August at the New Horizon Centre. We are also giving away house plants as that we have grown from cuttings, as they can boost well-being.
August 14, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Coming soon thanks to www.potgang.co.uk and @mayoroflondon.bsky.social 's Fund - FREE grow your own food session for children and families - 21st August at the New Horizon Centre. We are also giving away house plants as that we have grown from cuttings, as they can boost well-being.
Three years today since the tragic gas explosion on Galpins Road. Our thoughts are with all who suffered.
August 8, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Three years today since the tragic gas explosion on Galpins Road. Our thoughts are with all who suffered.