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1 week ago
London politics

Bethnal Green pub withdraws plan to open later after residents raise concerns

Residents raised concerns about the potential negative impacts of extending the Sun Tavern's opening hours, leading to the withdrawal of the application.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London politics

Pro-LTN campaigners hail 'brilliant' news that Bethnal Green row will be heard in Court of Appeal

An appeal hearing has been granted concerning the legal status of low traffic neighborhoods (LTNs) in Tower Hamlets.
The appeal reflects ongoing community support for LTNs, despite the mayor's decision to remove them.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London

History of African East Enders focus of exhibition

The Communities of Liberation exhibition highlights the untold stories of Africans in London's East End during the transatlantic slave trade.
#public-safety
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
London

What are the rules for walking dogs in London? New lead rules proposed in Tower Hamlets

Tower Hamlets council is considering new dog control regulations due to increased incidents and public safety concerns.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
London

What are the rules for walking dogs in London? New lead rules proposed in Tower Hamlets

Tower Hamlets council is considering new dog control regulations due to increased incidents and public safety concerns.
more#public-safety
#community-support
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

'Survivors left without support': Domestic abuse workers to strike over proposed job cuts

Domestic abuse workers in Tower Hamlets are striking indefinitely against proposed job cuts that they claim threaten vital support for victims and survivors.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
London

138-year-old boxing club in east London that trains people for free faces closure over massive rent increase

Broad Street ABC fears closure due to a proposed 60,000 rent hike from Tower Hamlets Council, which jeopardizes its free training programs for youths.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
London

Domestic abuse advisors pause strike action

Strike action by Tower Hamlets domestic abuse support workers is paused to facilitate negotiations over proposed redundancies.
fromwww.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
2 months ago
Online Community Development

Little Michael Jackson' sings at celebration for unsung heroes

The Tower Hamlets voluntary and community sector awards celebrated local volunteers and organizations, highlighting their impactful contributions to community well-being.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

'Survivors left without support': Domestic abuse workers to strike over proposed job cuts

Domestic abuse workers in Tower Hamlets are striking indefinitely against proposed job cuts that they claim threaten vital support for victims and survivors.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
London

138-year-old boxing club in east London that trains people for free faces closure over massive rent increase

Broad Street ABC fears closure due to a proposed 60,000 rent hike from Tower Hamlets Council, which jeopardizes its free training programs for youths.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
London

Domestic abuse advisors pause strike action

Strike action by Tower Hamlets domestic abuse support workers is paused to facilitate negotiations over proposed redundancies.
fromwww.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
2 months ago
Online Community Development

Little Michael Jackson' sings at celebration for unsung heroes

The Tower Hamlets voluntary and community sector awards celebrated local volunteers and organizations, highlighting their impactful contributions to community well-being.
more#community-support
#local-governance
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Phone snatchers and drugs to be targeted by new 8m taskforce from London council

Tower Hamlets is investing £8 million in an Anti-Crime Task Force focused on drugs, weapons, and community safety.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
New York City

'Interference with democracy': High Court battle over LTN removal ramps up

The judicial review of low traffic schemes was deemed an invalid interference in democratic processes by Tower Hamlets Council.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Tower Hamlets: Ministers formally intervene at east London council after 'toxic' culture found

The government intervened in Tower Hamlets Council due to concerns about governance and political culture.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago
London

Ministers may intervene in Tower Hamlets council

The government may appoint envoys to address governance issues in Tower Hamlets council.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Phone snatchers and drugs to be targeted by new 8m taskforce from London council

Tower Hamlets is investing £8 million in an Anti-Crime Task Force focused on drugs, weapons, and community safety.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
New York City

'Interference with democracy': High Court battle over LTN removal ramps up

The judicial review of low traffic schemes was deemed an invalid interference in democratic processes by Tower Hamlets Council.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Tower Hamlets: Ministers formally intervene at east London council after 'toxic' culture found

The government intervened in Tower Hamlets Council due to concerns about governance and political culture.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago
London

Ministers may intervene in Tower Hamlets council

The government may appoint envoys to address governance issues in Tower Hamlets council.
more#local-governance
#local-government
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

1,500 London pensioners given Winter Fuel Payment to replace Government cut

Tower Hamlets is restoring Winter Fuel Allowance payments for 1,500 pensioners, addressing the impact of government cuts amid rising winter temperatures.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
London

Government to intervene at Tower Hamlets Council

Government intervention in Tower Hamlets Council aims to rectify failing governance and enhance local accountability.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Chinese 'super-embassy' gets boost as council admits it can't argue against plans

Tower Hamlets Council can no longer oppose the embassy project, improving its chances of approval.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
Social justice

Mayor 'thrilled' with children's services turnaround

Tower Hamlets children's services have achieved an 'outstanding' rating from Ofsted, reflecting significant improvements since its previous 'inadequate' rating seven years ago.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

1,500 London pensioners given Winter Fuel Payment to replace Government cut

Tower Hamlets is restoring Winter Fuel Allowance payments for 1,500 pensioners, addressing the impact of government cuts amid rising winter temperatures.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
London

Government to intervene at Tower Hamlets Council

Government intervention in Tower Hamlets Council aims to rectify failing governance and enhance local accountability.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Chinese 'super-embassy' gets boost as council admits it can't argue against plans

Tower Hamlets Council can no longer oppose the embassy project, improving its chances of approval.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
Social justice

Mayor 'thrilled' with children's services turnaround

Tower Hamlets children's services have achieved an 'outstanding' rating from Ofsted, reflecting significant improvements since its previous 'inadequate' rating seven years ago.
more#local-government
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Domestic abuse advisors to strike 'indefinitely'

Domestic abuse support workers in Tower Hamlets are striking indefinitely due to proposed cuts that threaten the safety and support of survivors.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago

Urgent manhunt launched after attempted kidnapping of two children in east London

Tower Hamlets Police are urgently seeking help to identify a suspect in the attempted kidnapping of two children.
London
#low-traffic-neighbourhoods
fromTime Out London
5 months ago
London

What's happening with Tower Hamlets' controversial LTNs?

High Court challenge against Tower Hamlets Council's plan to dismantle Low Traffic Neighbourhoods launched by campaign group Save Our Safe Streets.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
London

Removing low traffic zones was lawful, court rules

The High Court upheld the removal of three Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in Tower Hamlets, legalizing the mayor's controversial decision.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

Safety activists take Tower Hamlets mayor to court over low-traffic reversal

The mayor of Tower Hamlets faces legal challenges over the removal of low-traffic neighbourhoods, deemed essential for safety and pollution reduction.
fromTime Out London
5 months ago
London

What's happening with Tower Hamlets' controversial LTNs?

High Court challenge against Tower Hamlets Council's plan to dismantle Low Traffic Neighbourhoods launched by campaign group Save Our Safe Streets.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
London

Removing low traffic zones was lawful, court rules

The High Court upheld the removal of three Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in Tower Hamlets, legalizing the mayor's controversial decision.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

Safety activists take Tower Hamlets mayor to court over low-traffic reversal

The mayor of Tower Hamlets faces legal challenges over the removal of low-traffic neighbourhoods, deemed essential for safety and pollution reduction.
more#low-traffic-neighbourhoods
#chinese-embassy
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Plan for new Chinese 'super-embassy' opposite Tower of London rejected by council

Local council opposes new Chinese embassy due to potential security risks from protests.
Communities Secretary will make the final decision despite local council's objections.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
London

Council opposes Chinese embassy by Tower of London

Local council opposes Google’s plan for a Chinese embassy due to security risks and potential for significant protests.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Plan for new Chinese 'super-embassy' opposite Tower of London rejected by council

Local council opposes new Chinese embassy due to potential security risks from protests.
Communities Secretary will make the final decision despite local council's objections.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
London

Council opposes Chinese embassy by Tower of London

Local council opposes Google’s plan for a Chinese embassy due to security risks and potential for significant protests.
more#chinese-embassy
#legal-action
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Tower Hamlets: London council orders removal of dangerous Grenfell-style cladding in 'UK first'

Tower Hamlets Council has secured a legal order to remove dangerous cladding from a high-rise, marking a significant step in building safety enforcement.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
London

Council orders removal of 'dangerous' cladding

Tower Hamlets Council is pioneering legal action to remove dangerous Grenfell-style cladding, marking a significant move in building safety enforcement.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Tower Hamlets: London council orders removal of dangerous Grenfell-style cladding in 'UK first'

Tower Hamlets Council has secured a legal order to remove dangerous cladding from a high-rise, marking a significant step in building safety enforcement.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
London

Council orders removal of 'dangerous' cladding

Tower Hamlets Council is pioneering legal action to remove dangerous Grenfell-style cladding, marking a significant move in building safety enforcement.
more#legal-action
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago
London

Low traffic scheme scrappage challenged in court

The High Court will hear a legal challenge against Tower Hamlets' decision to remove the low traffic neighbourhood scheme, raising significant transport policy concerns.
fromwww.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Tower Hamlets named London's Japanese knotweed hotspot

Tower Hamlets tops London's chart for Japanese knotweed sightings, indicating significant property risks in the area.
Awareness and timely action against Japanese knotweed can help mitigate property value impacts.
fromwww.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
5 months ago
London

Tower Hamlets marks Remembrance - in pictures

Tower Hamlets community commemorated Remembrance Day through various ceremonies honoring armed forces and those lost to conflict. Lutfur Rahman participated actively.
#lutfur-rahman
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

Ministers to oversee Tower Hamlets council amid concerns over leadership

The government will appoint an envoy to oversee Tower Hamlets council management due to concerns over leadership and financial practices under Mayor Lutfur Rahman.
fromwww.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Council makes 175 offer to pensioners no longer eligible for Winter Fuel Payment

Tower Hamlets pensioners formerly ineligible for the Winter Fuel Payment will receive a one-off £175 lump sum from the council to assist with energy bills.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

Ministers to oversee Tower Hamlets council amid concerns over leadership

The government will appoint an envoy to oversee Tower Hamlets council management due to concerns over leadership and financial practices under Mayor Lutfur Rahman.
fromwww.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Council makes 175 offer to pensioners no longer eligible for Winter Fuel Payment

Tower Hamlets pensioners formerly ineligible for the Winter Fuel Payment will receive a one-off £175 lump sum from the council to assist with energy bills.
more#lutfur-rahman
fromwww.standard.co.uk
7 months ago
London

Three charged with murder of Joshua McLean, 31, shot dead in Tower Hamlets park

Three men charged with the murder of Joshua McLean in Tower Hamlets park.
fromianVisits
7 months ago
NYC real estate

London's Pocket Parks: Virginia Gardens, E2

Virginia Park reflects a rich historical transformation from poor housing to a simple urban park, representing London’s past and urban redevelopment efforts.
fromwww.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
8 months ago
London

Yet another fire in east London as high rise evacuated

A major fire in a Tower Hamlets high-rise building prompted extensive firefighting efforts, evacuations, and ongoing investigation into its cause.
fromwww.bbc.com
8 months ago
London

Westferry Printworks flats plan set for approval

Tower Hamlets Council may approve plans for 1,358 homes and a new secondary school on the former Westferry Printworks site, amidst a troubled planning history.
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