November 2024
Thank you all for coming to tonight’s Vigil, where each month pay our respects to the victims of Violence against Women and Girls. I’d like to start by acknowledging the installation of the lighting on the path across Twickenham Green. I’m sure you remember we worked with Councilor Rhi Lee to encourage this action on the 20 th anniversary of the murder of Amelie Delagrange here. A Council press release says that “Following long-standing community requests for better lighting after Amelie Delagrange's murder , we have commenced the installation of solar-powered LED lights on Twickenham Green. While lighting was not initially recommended as an effective safety proposal, advancements in technology have now meant the Metropolitan Police support it as a viable measure to improve personal safety and confidence when crossing the green. The new lights will use motion and daylight sensors, dimming during quiet hours and brightening when movement is detected, ensuring b