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Radio 1Xtra,07 Jan 2022,19 mins

What Can Toppling Statues Achieve? Ft. Bristol Mayor Marvin Rees

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A story of race, inequality and activism... This week Roshan goes it alone and talks to Bristol Mayor, Marvin Rees, about the four people who have been cleared of criminal damage for removing a statue of Edward Colston. We also catch you up on the passing of Desmond Tutu, potential new plans for cannabis users in London, and Usain Bolt’s new album. 00:00 Hey! 00:43 Cannabis usage in London 2:51 RIP Desmond Tutu 3:45 Author Kehinde Andrews on apartheid and remembering Tutu 7:15 Usain Bolt’s new album!! 8:19 Marvin Rees in conversation 19:48 Until next time... Hosts: Roshan Roberts Producers: Jack Suddaby, Roshan Roberts & Siham Ali Editor: Sam Bonham

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