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During 2021’s spring lockdown, Benjamin Zephaniah contributed this short reading for our online event. It was a gift then. And now. People will always need people 🦋

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Dr Rachel Clarke2 years ago

Gorgeous 💚💚💚

Huw Dennis2 years ago

@LucyMcCaul Met him once and travelled in a cab with him to a photo shoot for a British Council ad. Thoroughly nice man. RIP.

Stephen Keeler2 years ago

He was such a life force. So sad.

Blackheath Library2 years ago

An amazing and inspirational poet who beautifully conveyed nuanced storytelling and poetry - who will be missed

Stephen Morrison2 years ago

@southwelljan RIP Benjamin

David Worth2 years ago

Rest in peace. What a terrible loss.

Dr Carol Granger2 years ago

gutted

Debra Bourne2 years ago

Sad news today to hear of your passing. Your words live on.

Ruby Speechley2 years ago

What a talent. 😢

Dr Ceryl Teleri Davies2 years ago

Fantastic! Amazing talent! My thoughts are with his family and friends x

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