After Grenfell: a carnival to remember Read moreThe council said the Alternative to Carnival Engagement (ACE) project was an effective way of protecting vulnerable young people from harm. Daniel Renwick, a youth worker in the Ladbroke Grove area where the carnival takes place, expressed concern about the ACE scheme. On the residential weekend young people access a number of activities such as water sports and kayaking. These are young people who colleagues are concerned may be vulnerable to being victims of violence or exploitation over carnival weekend. The emphasis is on safeguarding young people and protecting them from any harm.”The spokesman said Epic CIC would continue to provide support to the young people after carnival weekend.

Source: The Guardian August 22, 2017 16:30 UTC