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Charities:
Newton Dee Village, Camphill
Timmy's older brother Martin has down's syndrome and lives in a self help community in Aberdeen, where he is a baker and he makes the best bread in town! Martin has lived at Newton Dee since 1981 and although he
cannot speak properly he makes a fantastic contribution to the life of
the community, both at Newton Dee, and also in the wider area like at
the church of St Devenicks, Cults where he is a bellringer, greeter and
sidesman.
The Save Camphill Campaign at Newton
Dee village, Bieldside, Aberdeen have successfully fought a two year battle to the routing of the proposed Western relief road around Aberdeen and Timmy is
delighted at their victory!
It's important to speak up for Martin and the 200
residents of Newton Dee, many of whom are unable to express themselves,
and who need their interests protecting. Martin lives a rich full life
and the impact of this road would have been devastating.
"If this was a sight of special scientific interest everyone would be up in arms to save it. In fact it's a sight of special Human interest and the way we treat our vulnerable people reflects upon society.
The economic benefit to the local community is hugely significant. Farms, workshops, bakery, coffee shop, schools and education amount to £7 million a year. And these are vulnerable people with special needs contributing significantly to the wider community.
It is a triumph for Scotland that the Scottish parliament have decided to choose an alternative route and save the 60 year old Camphill community."
Says Timmy.
Thank you to everyone who has written to the Ministers responsible, added their voice to the thousands who campaigned!
Rolf Harris says "In my travels all round the world, I’ve noticed that ‘common sense’ is actually NOT all that common. Timmy says "This is a global issue. Everyone has the right reach their human potential. Now the residents of Camphill, Newton Dee will be able to celebrate a famous victory!"
We suggest you help celebrate by calling in to the shop for a coffee and cake and do some Christmas shopping at their wonderful workshop store!
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Timmy's CharitiesClick here to see Timmy's charities that he supports Down's syndrome has a special place in Timmy's heart, and the sterling work of Mencap
There's more on Camphill's victory here
BBC Scotland's
report on Lorraine Kelly's support.
Read the Scotsman's report here! Other charities Timmy supports.... Timmy and the Thames Valley Air Ambulance Click here for more about Timmy's performance of Peter and the Wolf with a 50 piece orchestra! Contact Timmy via: |
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