have double exams in my family this year – A levels and GCSEs, so getting to July in one piece will be a success!

Clare Fraser

What are your interests (outside of politics): When not out campaigning with the Labour party I play for a nearby hockey team, enjoy running round Tooting Common and in the summer months love going to Tooting Lido. I also enjoy discovering new places in London and going to see live music.

What national Labour achievement (national) are you most proud of, and why? As Fleur says, it’s difficult to have just one. As a woman involved in politics, I am proud of the achievement made by Barbara Castle in introducing the Equal Pay Act. Also, the passing of the National Minimum Wage Act and theon Tooting Common.

Ravenstone Primary School – development rejected

The proposal was for 8 three story houses in the site of the garages.

People power won a victory at the planning committee last week – thanks to all the hard work by the parents, Headteacher, and co-chairs of governors. There were 175 objections to the three storey development of 8 houses on a very small piece of land cutting into the playground, with full length windows on each storey. Dr Allin-Khan MP strongly objected, and Cllr Fleur Anderson spoke at the committee. The development was refused and we wait to hear what the next steps will be. Overall, it would be far better if this could be a sports site or another facility which could be used by the school and