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‘Under Badenoch The Conservative Party Has Changed And Become Narrower’ Former Romford Conservative Quits To Join Reform.

27th January 202627th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 2 Comments Politics, Reform Uk, Romford min read

Bailey Nash-Gardner will not be rejoining the Conservative party but has chosen to join Reform UK, saying he can no longer remain in a party that has become “narrower, more controlled and increasingly uncomfortable with principled disagreement.”

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Clubs Entertainment Football Havering In Your Area News Romford Sport

Boro Thwarted by Crossbar and Lose Again

26th January 202626th January 2026 The Havering Daily 0 Comments Brad Davison, Christian Adu Gyamfi, Dhillon Sandhu-Nelson, Essex Senior League, grassroots football, Havering sport, Ilford FC, local football news, Mayesbrook Park, non-league football, Romford Boro, Romford FC, Romford football, Wilkinson Boateng min read

Romford faced a disappointing defeat at home, losing 3-0 to Ilford. Despite hitting the crossbar three times, Romford struggled to convert chances, while Ilford capitalised on opportunities, securing a crucial win in the play-offs.

In Your Area News Romford

Survivor’s Heartbreaking Testimony at Romford Holocaust Memorial Day Leaves Community Moved.

26th January 202626th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments Havering Council, National Holocaust Memorial Day, Romford min read

A special and deeply moving service was held in Romford yesterday, Sunday 25 January, to mark National Holocaust Memorial Day, bringing together councillors, residents and members of the Jewish community at a time when antisemitism remains a growing concern across London and beyond.

Havering Council Housing In Your Area News Romford

First 18 ‘Modular’ Homes To Be Installed In Romford.

26th January 202626th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 1 Comment Havering Council, Housing, Romford min read

The first of 18 ‘modular’ homes will be installed in Romford next month, four months behind schedule, writes local democracy reporter Sebastian Mann.

Havering In Your Area News Police Romford

Seven Arrests in Romford After Police Deploy Live Facial Recognition on South Street.

24th January 202624th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments Havering, Police, Romford min read

Seven arrests were made yesterday following a Live Facial Recognition operation in Romford as police ramped up efforts to tackle crime in the town centre. Officers were deployed on South Street on Friday 23 January, where the targeted operation led to the arrest of individuals linked to serious offences, including breaches of Sexual Harm Prevention Orders and Criminal Behaviour Orders.

Havering In Your Area News Politics Reform UK Romford

“Romford MP Takes Nigel Farage to Meet Chagossians and Condemns Government Betrayal”

23rd January 202623rd January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments Andrew Rosindell MP, Chagos Islands, Politics min read

Romford’s Reform Member of Parliament Andrew Rosindell MP this week took Reform MPs and its leader Nigel Farage to meet the Chagossian people here in the UK, highlighting the ongoing struggle for self-determination and shining a spotlight on the government’s handling of the British Overseas Territory. Mr Rosindell has long campaigned for the rights of the Chagossian people and continues to call for urgent action to ensure their voices are heard.

Hornchurch In Your Area News Romford

Latest: TfL Insist Gallows Corner Will Reopen in Spring 2026 But Still No Dates for Phased Access.

21st January 202621st January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments Gallows Corner, Hornchurch, Romford min read

Reform GLA Member Keith Prince has received Transport for London’s latest update on the long-running works at Gallows Corner, as residents continue to face major disruption with no clear dates yet confirmed for a phased reopening.

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Frustration Mounts at Gallows Corner as Delays Continue With No End in Sight.

21st January 202621st January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments Gallows Corner, Havering, Romford min read

Gallows Corner has become a source of ongoing frustration for Havering residents, with roadworks remaining far from completion and disruption continuing months longer than expected. Originally scheduled to finish in September last year, the project has been delayed leaving residents and local businesses struggling with congestion and limited access.

Health and Wellbeing In Your Area News Romford

Exclusive: Elderly Cancer Patient Left in Corridor at Queen’s Hospital: Daughter’s Anger.

20th January 202620th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments Complaint, Queens Hospital, Romford min read

An Elm Park woman has spoken of her anger and heartbreak after what she describes as degrading and unsafe treatment of her elderly father at Queen’s Hospital in Romford, saying the experience has left her deeply worried about how older patients are being treated.

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Housing Asylum Seekers and Parks Safety Top the Agenda the Havering Council Full Meeting.

20th January 202620th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 1 Comment Agenda, Full Council, Meeting min read

Asylum seeker accommodation and the future of Havering’s parks will dominate this month’s full council meeting in Romford on Wednesday evening, with both issues striking at the heart of resident concern. Housing pressure, public space protection and the strain on local services are expected to fuel a tense and highly charged debates.

Havering In Your Area News Politics Romford

After Mr Rosindell’s Political Shift, What Now for Romford?.

19th January 202619th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 5 Comments Local Elections, Politics, Romford min read

In 2001 Andrew Rosindell became the Conservative Member of Parliament for Romford, winning a seat that had previously been Labour and reshaping the town’s political identity. Having already made his mark as a tireless Conservative councillor for Collier Row, Mr Rosindell was by far one of the hardest working local politicians Romford had seen. He was ever present on the streets of Collier Row and Romford and quickly became, and remains, one of the most recognisable faces across Havering.

In Your Area News Politics Reform UK Romford

‘It Is Clear To Me That Reform Is Now The Only Political Movement That Is Genuinely Willing To Fight For The Best Interests Of The UK’.

19th January 202619th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 1 Comment Andrew Rosindell MP., Reform Uk, Romford min read

The Member of Parliament for Romford Andrew Rosindell MP- yesterday evening released a statement after becoming the seventh MP to

Havering In Your Area News Police Romford

Crackdown in Romford As Over 500 Arrests Made by Town Centre Police in 2025

15th January 202615th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments Arrests, Police, Romford Town centre min read

Officers from the Havering Police’s Romford Town Centre Team have worked very hard throughout 2025 showing their professionalism, commitment to commuters, visitors, businesses and residents of Romford Town Centre. The teams have shown that they clearly make a difference to the safety of Romford.

Health and Wellbeing In Your Area News Romford

Andrew Rosindell MP Makes Direct Appeal To Health Secretary Over Queen’s Hospital ‘Corridor Care’

14th January 202614th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 3 Comments Andrew Rosindell MP, Queens Hospital, Romford min read

The Member of Parliament for Romford-Andrew Rosindell MP, has released a statement in regards to the ‘corridor care’ at Queen’s hospital in Romford.

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Margaret Mullane MP Doubles Down Efforts To Get £35M Funding For Queen’s A&E.

14th January 202614th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments A&E, Queens Hospital, Romford min read

This week Margaret Mullane the Member of Parliament for Dagenham and Rainham, doubled down on her efforts to secure the £35 million needed to refit and expand the Emergency Department at Queen’s Hospital.

Business In Your Area News Romford

“From Eyesore to Icon- Romford’s Debenhams Could Soon Have a Rooftop Bar As Development Plans Submitted.

14th January 202614th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 1 Comment Debenhams, Development, Romford, Roof Top Bar. min read

Plans to transform the former Debenhams building into a vibrant mix of flats, retail space and a rooftop bar are raising an exciting question: could this long-criticised eyesore finally become one of Romford’s most talked-about destinations?

Health and Wellbeing In Your Area News Romford

No Dignity And No Privacy, The Shocking Corridor Care At Queen’s Hospital.

13th January 202613th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments Corridor Care, Queens Hospital, Romford min read

“We all need to stand up and raise awareness of what is going on at Queen’s Hospital, the patients, particularly the elderly have shocking treatment, left with no dignity in corridors for days.”

Clubs Football Havering In Your Area News Romford Sport

Heartbreak for Boro, Beaten by Stoppage-Time Goal

13th January 202612th January 2026 The Havering Daily 0 Comments Brad Davison, Christian Adu Gyamfi, Errington Challenge Cup, Essex Senior League, grassroots football, Havering sport, Henry Hart, Little Oakley FC, local football news, Mayesbrook Park, non-league football, Romford Boro, Romford FC, Romford football min read

In a dramatic finish, Little Oakley secured a last-minute victory over Romford, with Daniel Keeble scoring in the sixth minute of added time. Despite Romford’s solid performance and stellar saves from keeper Brad Davison, they left empty-handed.

Havering In Your Area News Politics Romford

Romford MP Slams Government for Ignoring Animals on British Roads And Calls for Urgent Action in Havering.

12th January 202612th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments Andrew Rosindell MP, Havering, Politics, Romford min read

The Romford MP Andrew Rosindell, who has long championed animal welfare, has called on the Government to address the forgotten issue of roadkill and animal safety on British roads. Since becoming a Member of Parliament, Mr Rosindell has worked tirelessly to protect animals, including leading the fight to ban live exports, a form of animal abuse. Now, he is urging the Government to think carefully about animals in its Road Safety Bill, a matter of particular concern in Havering.

In Your Area News Romford

Jukebox in Romford Reopens with Funky New Look The Nightlife You Can’t Miss.

9th January 20269th January 2026 Francesca Lilleystone 0 Comments Jukebox, Nightlife, Refurbishment, Romford min read

Romford’s only nightclub, Jukebox, has received a fantastic refurbishment, giving the venue a fresh, funky feel and look while keeping the warm, welcoming atmosphere that regulars love. Family-owned and run by Danny, the club has been a staple of Romford nightlife for six years, and the revamp has made it even better than before!

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