Police Cuts and Central Bureaucracy Left Havering St George’s Day Parade Hanging – Local Officers Not at Fault.
The possible cancellation of the St George’s Day parade has caused huge controversy across the borough and rightly so.
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“A Local Business Shouldn’t Have to Pay for a Job the Police Should Do”-Romford MP Slams Parade Funding Fiasco.
“It is outrageous that our Scouts need £9,000 to march safely – police should be protecting them, not local businesses!”
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Romford Labour Councillor Thanked For Her Part in Saving Havering Volunteer Centre From Cuts.
Romford Labour Councillor, for St Alban’s Ward, Jane Keane has been thanked for her part in saving the Havering Volunteer Centre (HVC) from funding cuts.
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Havering Councillor Insists The Proposed Data Centre is in The Right Place.
In response to yesterday’s article in the Havering Daily on the huge proposed data centre on Havering’s Greenbelt land-Councillor Graham Williamson, Cabinet Member For Development & Regeneration today writes:
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Fury Over £9K Charge as Romford MP Intervenes to Help Save St George’s Day Parade.
The Reform UK Member of Parliament for Romford, Andrew Rosindell, has stepped in over concerns that this year’s St George’s Day Scout parade in Havering could be cancelled due to the whopping £9K cost of traffic management.
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“Outrage in Havering as St George’s Day Scout Parade Faces Possible Cancellation Over £9,000 Traffic Management Requirement”
The Reform Romford Member of Parliament has hit out at plans to cancel this year’s St George’s day parade. He told the Havering Daily: “I am outraged to hear that the traditional St. George’s Day Scout parades in Havering may be cancelled this year due to bureaucracy! This is totally unacceptable and I will do everything in my power as Romford’s MP to fight this!
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Residents Urged To Have Their Say On Plans To Build Huge Data Centre On Havering Green Belt.
Residents are being urged to have their say on controversial plans that could see a huge data centre campus built on Green Belt land in Havering.
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Havering Council New Housing Adjustment Introduced After Working Residents Risked Losing Priority.
Havering Council has made changes to its housing allocation scheme after identifying an issue that could have affected some residents who are in work.
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‘Our Harold Hill’ Launches Build Phase After Two Years of sustained Crime Reduction and Community Driven Progress.
The Metropolitan Police Service alongside Havering Council, Youth Unity, local partners and residents have officially launched the Build phase of the Our Harold Hill – Clear Hold Build project — marking the next stage in a twoyear programme that has significantly reduced crime and strengthened community resilience across Harold Hill.
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Havering Council Administration Announces Launch of Borough’s First Citizens Panel
Havering Council plans to establish its first Citizens Panel to enhance resident involvement in local decision-making, following initiatives aimed at improving community engagement and transparency.
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HASWA Women Shine Bright: A Celebration Full of Laughter, Dance and Inspiration for International Women’s Day.
The International Women’s Day Celebration at HASWA on Wednesday 4 March was a joyful and unforgettable event, easily the best one yet. Well done to all the amazing ladies at the Havering Asian and Social Welfare Association, in Elm Park, led by Manjit, who put on this incredible event yesterday, Wednesday 4 March.
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Council strongly opposes Government’s proposed London Emergency Housing Package
Havering Council strongly opposes the Government’s proposed London Emergency Housing Package, arguing it would harm local infrastructure and democracy. The measures threaten essential funding and centralise planning powers, ultimately compromising accountability and community needs.
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Havering Police’s Fantastic Clear Hold Build Hailed National Best Practice After Achieving Outstanding Results Across Harold Hill.
Harold Hill’s crime fightback has been hailed as national best practice after two years of relentless work by police, partners and volunteers that has transformed the area.
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‘Alcatraz Fence’ Row Ends: Neighbours Relieved as Enforcement Action Upheld Over Unauthorised Works.
Collier Row residents are relieved and pleased after a long running planning dispute over a property in Carter Drive concluded with enforcement notices being upheld. Neighbours had previously alleged that building works continued despite council stop notices and that large perimeter fencing, which some described as resembling “Alcatraz”, significantly altered the character of the street.
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A Fairytale Comes to Life at Romford Town Hall as Havering’s Mayor Hosts Magical Princess Ball
A Fairytale Comes to Life at Romford Town Hall as Havering’s Mayor Hosts Magical Princess Ball and pure joy filled Romford Town Hall on Saturday as Havering’s fantastic Mayor, Councillor Sue Ospreay, transformed the historic venue into a breathtaking fairytale setting for a magical Princess Ball for local children.
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Where Have Our Toilets Gone? Havering Residents Struggle as Public Toilets Disappear Across the Borough.
Following concerns raised at a meeting in Harold Hill this week about the lack of public toilets across the Hilldene shopping area, the Havering Daily looked at access to toilets across the borough. What we found highlights a growing problem for residents struggling to find basic facilities when out and about.
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Who Decides if the Land Is Green Belt Or If It Should Be Reclassified As Grey Belt and What It Means for Havering?
Green Belt land in England, including around London, is protected to stop towns and cities from sprawling into the countryside
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Police-Led Free Football Sessions Inspire Havering Youth Across the Borough.
United in Football and Basketball returned this February half term to deliver another highly successful series of free sports sessions for young people across the local community.
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‘People Want Change’-Greens Offer Change for the Better And Will Contest every seat in May.
Havering Green Party have launched their “Change for the Better” campaign for the May 7th local elections, fielding candidates with a strong mix of experience, local knowledge and community commitment in every council seat.
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Who Will Take Control? Havering Faces Its Most Unpredictable Election Yet.
As Havering prepares for local elections on Thursday 7 May, the borough faces one of the most uncertain and politically charged contests in its history.
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