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In the centre of Bedworth stand the Nicholas Chamberlaine alms houses, which are managed by the trust and remain in use for their original purpose—an indication of the kindness of those in Bedworth over many generations. The local school is named after that benefactor, and I have been lucky enough to meet teachers and sixth-form students there, as well as at the nearby Ash Green school, and to help the students with their important road safety campaign. In July, I visited Bedworth civic hall to watch its first show after reopening as a volunteer-run venue. That is a fantastic example of why we need community arts, and of what can happen when local groups of volunteers get together to save our community facilities.