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Started by Anonymous 13 years, 6 months ago
Heartbreak for JPK! Please show your support and sign the petition. The JPK Project is a wonderful group that raises money and helps to house people with learning disabilities, who have no plans for the future when their carers or parents become too old to care for them or unfortunately die. JPK have wanted to purchase the site at Edgmond Evangelical Church, Old Town, Eastbourne. However they have unfortunately faced a very hostile reaction from a few local residents who have been scaremongering and badgering others to appeal to the council to reject the plans. The council's planning committee voted against the the project, which appears to be based on the claims of those who are against the project. JPK are appealing this decision and and we are looking to compile a list of names for a petition of those in support. JPK desperately need your support. Please sign this petition to generate as much support as possible!!! Please check out their website and like the facebook page 

http://www.jpkproject.co.uk/

http://www.facebook.com/JKPProject

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January 26, 2013

I have been hearing from so many people who feel just as frustrated as I do about the misinformation being spread and it is honestly wild that anyone would think housing for vulnerable people is a negative thing. The appeals process is moving forward now because they cannot just shut us down based on fear and bad rumors when this project is actually about building futures for people who really need them.

January 26, 2013

I really never expected to see this much energy behind the JPK project so quickly. It feels like the tide is finally turning against those noisy few who have been trying to block everything and I am just sitting here in total disbelief at how many people actually care about this.

Reached 100 supporters

January 26, 2013

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Pennie Kidman
11 years ago Featured

I wouldn't ask anyone to walk a mile in my shoes, but please let my daughter walk safely in hers when I'm not around anymore. I would like you all to think about this desperately needed project next time your shoes give you blisters! Or even better miss just one visit to the shoe shop (for yet another pair of heels that stay in your wardrobe because they give you blisters) and donate the money. "build a better community, and be proud to be part of it"

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Pennie Kidman
11 years ago Featured

I wouldn't ask anyone to walk a mile in my shoes, but please let my daughter walk safely in hers when I'm not around anymore. I would like you all to think about this desperately needed project next time your shoes give you blisters! Or even better miss just one visit to the shoe shop (for yet another pair of heels that stay in your wardrobe because they give you blisters) and donate the money. "build a better community, and be proud to be part of it"

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Sarah Townsend
13 years ago Featured

The nimbyism here is just disgusting. These people deserve a place to call home. Shame on the council for listening to those miserable people nearby.

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Mark Barnes
13 years ago Featured

ridiculous decision. just let them build it already.

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Dave Thompson
13 years ago Featured

My brother has special needs and I worry about his future every single day. This project is a total life saver. PLEASE LET THIS HAPPEN!!

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Linda Bell
13 years ago Featured

Used to live in Eastbourne and know the site well. It would be perfect for what they need. Those complaining should be ashamed of themselves.

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