Church leader calls for more money to save young people from knife crime in Milton Keynes
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Reverend George Assibey described the involvement of the Black and Minority Ethnic churches in Milton Keynes and said they all had one vision - to pray for the peace and wefare of the people of Milton Keynes.
He emphasised the need for MK Council, Milton Keynes Community Foundation and other grant-making bodies like the to help fund the work of the churches.
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Hide AdThey particularly needed to fund activities for young people to keep them away from gangs, knife crime and anti-social behaviour, said Rev Assibey.
Mayor Sam Crooks attended the inauguration ceremony, which was held at Rhema International Church on Bletchley's Mount Farm.
Mr Crooks was presented with a cheque for £300 towards the Mayor’s charities.