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Sun 17 Jan 2021 06.00 EST
Although it happened before I was born, the New Cross fire in 1981 and the National Black People’s Day of Action that followed are landmarks in my identity; growing up in a Caribbean family in the 1980s, they are part of our collective memory. New Cross is fundamental because it contains all the features of racism that black people in Britain have long suffered: the racial violence, police abuse, neglect by the state; in turn, it tells us of the community’s resistance. Forty years on, recalling the events seems vital, especially in this moment of renewed optimism after the Black Lives Matter protests, because the legacies of New Cross still resonate.
Double yellow lines could be introduced on various streets around Stamford following complaints of inconsiderate parking
New restrictions could be introduced to a number of Stamford streets following complaints of inconsiderate parking.
Drift Road, New Cross Road, Empingham Road and Burghley Lane are among the areas which could be affected.
Lincolnshire County Council is holding a consultation on the proposals until January 22.
New Cross Road
The âno waitingâ restrictions are being considered for the top of Drift Road at its junction with Emlyns Street.
Parking could also be restricted further along where Emlyns Street meets Conduit Road and New Cross Road.