
Despatches from Krakow
“It’s all quite strangely normal here in Krakow.” – Christine Jackson told HOT’s Sam Davey. “The streets are still full of holiday makers and hen-parties – but you know there is a war going on just across the border”.
“It’s all quite strangely normal here in Krakow.” – Christine Jackson told HOT’s Sam Davey. “The streets are still full of holiday makers and hen-parties – but you know there is a war going on just across the border”.
Jumble aficionados and upcyclers on the hunt for treasures should visit the village of Three Oaks, just outside Hastings, this Saturday, 19 March. The village hall is being put to good use to raise money for the DEC (Disasters Emergency Committee) Ukraine Appeal, which funds support, food, water, first aid, medicine, blankets and warm clothing for Ukrainians affected by conflict. According to the United Nations (UN), more than 2.5m Ukrainians have fled their country. Sarah Watson, wild food expert and Three Oaks resident, is one of the co-organisers.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has provoked among the local population strong reactions of revulsion against the Putin regime and expressions of solidarity with Ukrainians, as evidenced by the unexpectedly large turnout for a march and rally held on Sunday at short notice. Nick Terdre reports.
Putin’s decision to invade Ukraine is both appalling and sickening says Sam Davey. Meanwhile, Erica Smith has been finding out the best ways to donate money or items needed by refugees from Ukraine.