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A new start for the world's poor
To mark the new millennium the Church of England has set three major objectives, one of them being
a new start for the world's poor. This theme was brought to life by six local churches in West Swindon Finders
which united to perform 'A Musical of Hope: The Feast of Life' created for Christian Aid. Producer Claire Keepers
Carom describes the production
The sell out performances at sented by a special guest, one of so many millions of her children
Greendown School on 3 and 4 De- the poorest countries in the world are dying. 'Loza Debt' has no re- Property Letting
cember powerfully conveyed the 'Mozambique.' ply, but instead leaps on Mozam-
Jubilee 2000 message through mu- On stage were the amazing ac- bique's back, to be carried and Management
sic, dance and drama, that the year robats 'Loza Debts' and two tight- forevermore, until the circus is
2000 should be celebrated by the rope walkers' Western Banks' who stopped.
setting free from debt of the world's lead Mozambique along a tight- The music, written by Garth £50
poorest countries. rope between life and death. In Hewitt, gave vibrant expression to
Since developing countries an- attendance were the jugglers'IMF' the hopes and dreams of the poor
for justice, peace and freedom. This
nually have to repay three times as and 'World Bank' who force her to was performed by a choir of some cashback!
much as they receive in emergency juggle with the impossible de-
aid from Western governments, it mands of imports, exports, debts 40 singers including 10 children
is estimated that 52 countries will and 'structural adjustments' (eco- who sang solo in several songs, Introduce a friend
never be free from debt. nomic reforms). and a group of nine adult and who becomes a landlord
young musicians. Sixteen danc- and for whom we arrange
ers, children and adults, gave fur-
ther emphasis and expression to a six month let, and
the music. we will give you a
About£700 was raised for Chris- £50 cash reward
tian Aid to help developing coun-
tries. The churches involved (Offer closing date:
would like to express sincere 31/1/00. Conditions apply)
thanks to Greendown School for
the use of their facilities. 6 Town Square .
If you would like to know how ^+ INv6STOR
West Swindon Centre INPEOPLF,
you can help bring justice and
peace to the world's poor, please Swindon SN5 7DL
NAEA
contact: Christian Aid Supporter Tel: (01793) 886200
Relations, PO Box 100, London SEl Fax: (01793) 886686 n.ONDW FOR
7RT, tel 0171 523 2229.
www.christian-aid.org.uk
In the meantime, millions of chil- Along the way Mozambique is
dren are dying in these countries splattered with custard pies by the
due to lack of spending on health- Slapstick Clowns 'Dodgy Govern- Lotin^broke
gbro
care, sanitation and adequate food. ments' who stitch her up and strip
Education past primary age is non- her of her dignity. There is no
existent in many countries, which relief when the Unique Unicyclist 3otet, R e5to.uro.ut
of course means a limited future called' Western Government' gives
for the children and for their coun- her money with one hand but &far
tries............... snatches away three times as much Offering
In the musical, the story of the with the other.
debt problem was presented as a Finally, Mozambique questions • 8 new en-suite double rooms, centrally heated,
circus, with the Third world repre- why the debt must be repaid when double glazed and overlooking fields, each with colour
television and tea/coffee making facilities

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The book is available for signing at the Swindon Central Library until close to M4 junction 16
14 January. It is one of many throughout the country being promoted
Known to be a
by Jubilee 2000, the international campaign for debt relief. During 2000
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the books will be collected and discussions are underway with national
before 1841,
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