LSF meeting at Bartlett: Wednesday 8th Februaryt 2006

Dear All,

Below is the text drafted by the London Social Forum democracy sub-group on Wednesday 8th Feb. This is written for a submission to the government's review on GLA powers, deadline 22nd Feb.

"The city is a culturally rich and diverse cultural space that belongs to its inhabitants"
WSF Charter for the Right to the City
The restructuring of regional democracy in London is a constitutional change that effects all Londoners. The London Social Forum calls for a democratic process of public deliberation and referendum to decide on this change, therefore reviewing the balance of power between London citizens and their institutions.
This is an opportunity to re-think citizenship in London and the meaning and purpose of political participation. The right to active participation in political affairs, the planning of the city and the social production of habitat.
The London Social Forum will be hosting an open and public assembly to agree a process of deliberation by which this decision can be taken democratically.  This will take place in June at City Hall or if the doors remain closed, outside.
Democracy is possible.

4. Next monthly meetings
March 1st (ESF Athens)