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A Lone Voice Publicly Praising Met,City of London And BTP officers For Their Exemplary Policing Of A Massively Challenging Two Day Event.
n many organisations where morale is low, the performance of its workforce invariably takes a downward turn. There can be little doubt that morale in the Met has massively suffered during recent years and taken that sharp downward turn in the light of recent events. There is much that is unsettling ...
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Rainham Labour Pleased That Residents Concerns Around Noise Listened To As Councillors Object To Ugandan Festival.
Rainham Labour are pleased to see that resident's concerns around noise and disorder have been listened to after Havering's Licensing Committee rejected an application for thousands of people to descend on Damyns Hall Airfield at short notice for a music festival.
Havering Councillors Knock Back Ugandan Festival On Safety Grounds After It Was Billed As ‘The Biggest Festival For Ugandans In The UK.’
A planned African-themed festival will not go ahead after Havering councillors were left “unconvinced” it would be safe and well organised, writes local democracy reporter Sebastian Mann.
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Fantastic My Ends Family Fun Day Held In Romford.
A special My Ends family fun day was held in Romford market yesterday that saw endless activities and stalls available for children and their parents.
‘Deeply Disappointing And Unaaceptable’-Local MPs Condemn Gallows Corner Delays.
Andrew Rosindell MP the Member of Parliament for Romford and Julia Lopez MP the Member of Parliament for Hornchurch and Upminster, have both expressed their concerns and unhappiness at the news that the major refurbishment works on the Gallows Corner junction are facing delays and will not be finish...
Plans Submitted For A New SEND School In Havering.
Havering’s Local Planning Authority is currently reviewing plans for a new 300-pupil special school for local children.
Have Your Say On Bringing Free Youth Engagement To Havering.
Carol and Rob Baker of Beam Park Havering Residents Association Team have spent the last two days enjoying the free community youth engagement at the new Beam Park Development on the A1306, provided by Newark Youth London.
Dagenham And Rainham MP Supports Streeting Initiative On Growing The NHS Workforce From The UK.
Margaret Mullane, the Member of Parliament for Dagenham and Rainham, has given her strong support for an initiative launched by Government Health Secretary, Wes Streeting.
Founder Of Solesteppers To Take On 32 Borough Walking Challenge To Raise Money For Havering Women’s Aid.
Every week a special women's walk and talk group takes place called 'Solesteppers' at Hornchurch Country Park. Run by Maxine Kemp, the group has grown in numbers and supports many women
Romford YMCA Invites Community To Consultation On Proposed Redevelopment.
YMCA Romford is inviting local residents, stakeholders and the wider community to attend a public consultation event to discuss exciting redevelopment plans for its Rush Green Road site.
Exclusive: London Churches Turn Their Backs On Knife Crime Families, Says Former Gangster Chris Lambrianou.
Families who have lost loved ones to knife crime deserve compassion and support — yet too often, they are ignored, even by churches, says Chris Lambrianou.
Chair Of Rainham Health Centre Patients Group Raises Concerns Over Health Centre On Upminster Road South.
The Chair of Rainham Health Centre Patients Participation Group, Fay Hough, has raised concerns regarding the situation at Rainham Health Centre in Upminster Road South.
Havering Families Share Their Histories To Commemorate Victory Over Japan Day.
To commemorate Victory in Europe and Victory over Japan Day, the volunteers of Havering Museum have gathered stories from families illustrating the contributions of our veterans.
Romford And Hornchurch Councillor Joins The Support For ‘Operation Raise The Colours’.
Councillor Judith Holt and Mr Martin Firmstone, the Conservative Councillor and Candidate for St. Alban's Ward, have pledged to support the initiative which is sweeping the country and has seen the raising of over one million Union Jacks, St. George's Crosses and other UK flags
‘Havering Council Stop Dragging Your Heels Over Launders Lane’-Petition Handed In Demanding Action over ‘Rainham Volcano’.
Havering Council is dragging its heels over the new decision on whether or not what is being dubbed in the national press, the 'Rainham Volcano', is finally to be designated as contaminated land.
Man In Life Threatening Condition After Being Assaulted In Dagenham.
A man remains in a life threatening condition after being assaulted on Shafter Road/ Rainham Road, yesterday morning. The incident took place just before 9am, as the road remained closed for the most part of the day.
What Is A ‘Call For Sites’ and Why Havering Has 78?
Havering Council has received 78 submissions from landowners and developers in its latest “Call for Sites,” but what exactly does that mean for our borough and its Green Belt?
YMCA Thames Gateway Group Announced As Finalists For National Youth Mentor Awards.
YMCA Thames Gateway Group is thrilled to announce it has been shortlisted as a finalist at the 2025 Youth Matters Awards, an honour that highlights the charity’s commitment to supporting the local community.
BOKA Launches with Grand Opening at The Palms Hotel
Saturday night, Havering’s nightlife scene took a stylish step forward with the grand opening of BOKA, the new Mediterranean restaurant
Havering Council Poised To Push Through 1,000 New Romford Homes.
Havering Council is poised to approve plans for more than 1,000 new homes as part of a borough-wide push for more housing, writes local democracy reporter Sebastian Mann.