Parks, open spaces and nature reserves in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames renovation funds by a public vote. In 2009 the park received £400,000 towards better footpaths, more lighting, refurbished public toilets and new play areas for children. Parks, open spaces and nature reserves in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Richmond upon Thames in the south west of Greater London has more parks, open spaces and nature reserves than any other London borough. These include: There are over 100 parks and open spaces within the borough's boundary and 21 miles of river frontage. Many of the open spaces were village greens. The main parks and open spaces managed by Richmond
Black on Both Sides Black on Both Sides Black on Both Sides is the debut studio album by American rapper Mos Def, released on October 12, 1999 by Rawkus and Priority Records. Prior to its recording, Mos Def had collaborated with Talib Kweli for the album "Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star" in 1998, which raised high expectations for a solo effort by the former. "Black on Both Sides" features an emphasis on live instrumentation and socially conscious lyrics. On February 2, 2000, the album was certified Gold in sales by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), following sales in excess