Author Archives: eastlon

Members of East London and Central London Humanists joined the mass demonstration protesting Trump and Trumpism in Central London on 17 September 2025, organised by the Anti-Trump coalition. Trumpism represents the antithesis of Humanist values. It is characterised by lack … Continue reading →

The East London Humanists stall once again proved a great attraction at the annual Wanstead Festival. Despite the rain, there were many visitors and lots of fascinating conversations. As in previous years, a highlight has been the ‘Are you a … Continue reading →

Opinion piece. Docklands and East London Advertiser; Barking and Dagenham Post. 11 Sept 2025 I never thought I would see the day in this country when ‘Human Rights Lawyer’ became a term of abuse. The sentiment finds expression in growing … Continue reading →

Opinion piece. Romford Recorder August 2025 If, like me, you’re lucky enough to have a garden then the impact of climate change is probably all too obvious.  Plants that once thrived now struggle to survive. Why aren’t more of us … Continue reading →

Op piece Romford Recorder and Barking and Dagenham Post July 2025 I joined the throng gathered outside Parliament last month to support the Assisted Dying Bill as it was debated. Others were there to oppose it. It was a microcosm … Continue reading →

Op piece reflects on a recent controversial public order conviction arising from the burning of a Quran. Docklands and East London Advertiser (26.6.25) and Newham Recorder (2.7.25). The recent prosecution for burning a Quran at a protest in London stirred … Continue reading →

Op piece Romford Recorder and Barking and Dagenham Post May/June 2025 ‘Spiritual’ is a vague, hard to define word I avoid using. But I guess it could describe my sense of connection with nature, stirred afresh by recent news stories. … Continue reading →

East London Humanists have announced the staging of a six week introduction to Humanism in June. The in-person course, which will take place in Wanstead, is based on the acclaimed ‘One Life’ course pioneered by Humanists UK. Click HERE for … Continue reading →

Opinion piece published Barking & Dagenham Post, Docklands & East London Advertiser May 2025 News of a ‘Christian revival’ has recently featured in the media. Some churches in East London have reported being inundated with worshippers.  Humanists are among those … Continue reading →

Opinion piece published Romford Recorder, Newham Recorder, East London & Docklands Advertiser April 2025. Annie Besant was a pioneer of women’s rights in East London. Her beliefs and  achievements are remarkably relevant to today’s fraught US trade talks. Besant’s prominence … Continue reading →