Theft of tools from Tradesmen’s vans is a crime

This is a crime that can take away a person’s ability to earn their living. Theft from commercial vehicles has a huge impact on tradespeople and small businesses in Reading. Not only is there a high cost in time and money to replace tools and to fix the damage caused, it stops people from being…

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Matthew Farrall Defib Unveiling and New Target

Save the Date: 28th July. The first defibrillator has arrived! It is an AED semi-automatic defib that comes in its own carrying case and safe external cabinet. There will be a small commemoration with family and friends, although we welcome all from the community to join us. During the commemoration, we will unveil the defib…

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You can become a Whitley Researcher too!

The Whitley Researchers are a team committed to working together in a friendly and inclusive way where everyone’s work is equally valued. Our research focuses on helping local communities and organisations understand and tackle complex issues surrounding well-being and social exclusion in South Reading. We are trained to use a range of methods from questionnaires…

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Matthew Farrall Fundraising Update

Once again thank you all for your generosity. We wanted to update you with the Matthew Farrall fundraising and the good news is thanks to the donations we have had so far we have now ordered the first defibrillator, it is an AED semi-automatic defib that comes in its own carrying case and safe external…

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Connecting with the Community

As many of you will be aware WCDA is fortunate to have a great relationship with Morrisons who kindly donate food parcels to us on a regular basis. Some of you may not be familiar with the Indian Community Centre in Reading East. We share many of the same values as The Indian Community Centre,…

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Matthew Farrall

WCDA has decided to honour the passing of Matthew Farrall by installing a defibrillator at South Reading Community Centre accompanied by a plaque in his honour. The campaign to raise funds has gone so well we will be looking to buy more than one defib. Matthew was a proud son and a passionate champion of…

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