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A belter of a TV programme on the family history of Noel Clarke

By Paul Walter | Sat 9th September 2017 - 10:28 am

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Back in August, I waxed lyrically about the history which is reflected regularly in the BBC programme “Who do you think you are?”. I feel compelled to return to the subject, given the sheer awesomeness of the last episode in the current run of this BBC series.

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Floella Benjamin – through the round window and into the Lords

By Floella Benjamin | Thu 22nd July 2010 - 10:15 am

On the 28th June 2010 I was introduced into the House of Lords. As I gazed around and soaked up the richness of the symbolism, tradition and magnificent surroundings I thought to myself surely I must have reached the summit of life’s mountain, the pinnacle of a career stretching back over forty years. And as I looked back into the valley of life I couldn’t help thinking of my journey. Like the coat worn by the Garter King of Arms, my life has been a rich tapestry of experiences, some good, some bad, but all significant. I believe that every …

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Posted in News | Also tagged floella benjamin, guest editor and playschool | 3 Comments

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