Senior Eye – Youngsters Making Waves

A new monthly supplement has appeared in the Leicester Mercury called the Wave. A newsletter written by young people, all under 25. It is indeed set to make waves, a lively interesting and informative publication. I read it with great interest and intrigue and decided that the stereotype we have of the young is at odds with the reality.

It was attractive, with articles that held the attention and there was something for everyone. Interviews, comments and articles and interesting political section, something which many of us would avoid. Phil Fullers piece about his experiences in care was heart wrenching but also uplifting and positive at the end.

The science fiction page was a real surprise, this is a genre which is often sneered at and overlooked. As a geek who has been a fan since the sixties I was impressed that the Mercury was brave enough to include this feature. Keep up the good work. The story was enthralling and I look forward to the next episode.

With features such as the agony page, environmental issues, health column and an explanation of vegetarianism it was well-rounded and substantial. The 125th anniversary of Leicester City Football Club came at just the right time for a sports feature and the story of the early years.

Altogether it was a good piece of work and I was interested in meeting the young people who had worked so hard to produce it and I have arranged to meet them but more of that at a later date. Meanwhile I can only wish them well and hope that the next issue is as good as the last.

By Nancy Bennett, co-editor Senior Eye (news agency reporting on older people’s issues)

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