Cllr Jonathan Simpson

• I WRITE as one of the 20,000 people who work in the cultural sector in Camden to thank Cllr Jonathan Simpson for all his work for the sector locally.

I was sad to learn that he had stepped down from Camden Council’s ruling cabinet – but know that his work has helped bring cultural opportunities to thousands locally.

Over the last year I have been lucky enough to take part in the wonderful Camden Alive project which brought spectacular projects to communities throughout the borough.

Culture changes lives.

The help he’s been giving to us through the Covid-19 coronavirus crisis to protect local culture has been vital. The spirit of Camden is too precious to lose – it’s the reason why so many of us call this area our home.

So thanks to Cllr Simpson. I hope he continues to work with us for years to come as a local councillor in King’s Cross.

ESTHER COHEN
Duke’s Road, NW1