Monthly Archives: November 2020
Photo Gallery: The Fenwick Christmas Window, Newcastle
Ah, the Fenwick Christmas window in Newcastle.
“This work is all about providing platforms for voices that too often go unheard.” Edna Robinson, Chair of the People’s Powerhouse
We all hugged each other and promised to keep in touch.
Good News in Focus: Manchester Camerata
Northern Soul and People’s Powerhouse are continuing our partnership to share good news stories about businesses, people and communities coming together in the North of England during the COVID-19 crisis.
“There remains a perception that people in the North wear cloth caps and go off to the mill.” Campaigner and former chief prosecutor Nazir Afzal
We’re delighted to announce that Northern Soul is the Media Partner for the #ThisIsTheNorth Convention 2020 hosted by The People’s Powerhouse. Due to social distancing measures put in place because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s event will take place entirely online. Now, more than ever, we need to come together to discuss the rapidly changing issues faced by the North of England and the people who live here.
Books: The Northern Question – A History of a Divided Country by Tom Hazeldine
In his new column, Northern Soul’s Manchester Correspondent, Danny Moran, reflects on the North-South divide and asks, does the North have a proper backbone?
Poetry Review: a girl in a blue dress by Rachel Burns
In a girl in a blue dress, Rachel Burns charts the struggles, traumas and adventures of her girlhood and motherhood.
Review: Pigs in the Wood, Scissett, Huddersfield
2020 has been an unusual year for birthdays. From socially distanced garden parties and a quick coffee in the park to strange and often glitchy gatherings via Zoom, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we celebrate another turn around the sun.
“We worked from home and kept the music going.” Delma Tomlin, Chief Executive, National Centre for Early Music, York
I have an association with the National Centre for Early Music which has grown from strength to strength over the years, going right back to the early days of the York Early Music Festival.
Book Review: The Walker – On Losing and Finding Yourself in the Modern City by Matthew Beaumont
Cancel your 2020 winter getaway. Holidays are off. In fact, with lockdown 2.0 now in force, you can’t even go on a city break in the UK.
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