Willesden gearing up for Irish celebrations

The people of Brent are invited to wear green and join the borough's Irish community for the St Patrick's Day Parade in Willesden Green.
Ireland's patron saint has been celebrated in the borough on his saint's day, March 17, for more than 12 years.
This year the parade starts at 4pm at Willesden Green Tube Station in Walm Lane and will progress to Willesden Green Library Centre, at 95 The High Road, where the celebrations will continue into the evening.
Those taking part in the parade can jig their way along the route with performers from across the borough, watch the floats and catch the sounds of the Ballindaggin Pipe Band from County Wexford in Ireland.
The parade is followed by free live music and dance on stage at the rear of Willesden Green Library Centre and more free events inside.
The Mayor of Brent, Councillor Ralph Fox, said: "By celebrating St Patrick's Day we are marking the contribution the Irish community has made and continues to make to Brent.
"The parade is a friendly and joyful event which welcomes everyone to join
in the many activities and enjoy a fun event for all the family."