Wensum – Liam Calvert
I have lived in Norwich for the last 13 years having grown up locally. I am a recent ex-science teacher, where I was a workplace trades union representative and 2nd in department. I have twin 5-year-olds who attend a local school where I am a governor. I have chaired Wensum Residents’ Association, based at the community centre on Hotblack Road.
Together we have had a number of successes in the community. Through campaigning we got improvements to two local road junctions, allowing pedestrians to cross safely. We now have a 20mph speed limit. We are going to be one of a small number of areas involved in a ‘school streets’ trial. We utilised over 100 volunteers to provide assistance during the first lock down carrying out many hundreds of tasks and deliveries. Last Christmas we delivered presents donated by the community to those in most need at the local school. We have put on community events such as street parties and Halloween and Christmas trails. We have ensured that the community centre is financially secure with a solid volunteer base. We run regular litter picks in our local parks where we have secured large amounts of funding.