#havering-council

#havering-council

Havering Council has uncovered and prevented multiple cases of housing fraud during the 2024/2025 financial year involving individuals unlawfully occupying council-owned homes, including one case where a tenant attempted to buy a property they were renting out while owning another home in the UK.

Havering Council's new safety scheme at the A1306 junction aims to reduce vehicle speeds and improve safety, particularly for school children, amidst rising traffic.

Mr. Mehmood was fined a total of £16,027.89 after being found guilty of serious safety violations in his rental property, including severe cockroach infestation.

Bow Bells Cafe, located in Romford Shopping Hall, has received a top food hygiene rating of five from the Food Standards Agency after a recent inspection.

The modular homes will offer a significant improvement on current options like hostels and hotels, giving families a safer, more stable place to live.

A formal planning application has not yet been submitted for the proposal of a new water sports facility that is being considered by Havering Council.

The planned extension of the Coldharbour Lane landfill until December 2029 aims to ensure sustainable waste management and avoid negative environmental impacts from new waste sites.

According to Havering Council, an enforcement notice has been issued to 107 South End Road amid suspicions it is being used as a house in multiple occupation (HMO) without permission.

"We believe there is great potential in Havering, and we are eager to contribute positively to the community by opening a branch in Romford."

The Palms Hotel in Hornchurch has submitted a planning application to Havering Council for a new canopy and porch, enhancing visitor experience and aesthetics.

Corinna Guthrie stated, 'All three of the libraries in question hold a special place in my heart, and their closure has filled me with sadness, coupled with fear for the future of our communities.'

"Since acquiring The Liberty Romford, Redical has been committed to enhancing and evolving the centre to ensure it continues to make a positive contribution to the town."

Cllr Paul McGeary announced that Havering Council received 636 reports of damp and mould from properties since October 2024, highlighting concerns about housing conditions.

Steve Barker, who lives in Oak Street, spoke to the Recorder last month and said that he was "disgusted" that he had not been sent a letter informing him of the plans. We're worried about the parking and the possible hygiene implications, he had said.

It's almost like its entrapment, they're doing it to trap people.

Popeyes, a chicken takeaway chain, has applied to serve late-night at its Romford restaurant, seeking to extend its current hours of operation.

Havering Council's proposal aims to create a safe walking and cycling route along Marsh Way, enhancing connectivity between key housing and employment areas.

Collier Row Mosque in Chase Cross Road has applied to Havering Council to vary a previous planning condition limiting its hours of operation, seeking to extend from 12pm to 10pm.