Havering Green Belt Fears: What Labour’s Planning Changes Mean for Residents From 31 October
Havering residents are facing major changes to the way planning applications are decided from 31 October, under reforms introduced by
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Havering Council
News, decisions, services, spending and accountability reporting concerning the London Borough of Havering and Havering Council.
COUNCIL NEWS: Roe Wood Park development receives national housebuilding award
Bellway has been recognised for its outstanding construction quality after the construction site manager won a prestigious NHBC Pride in the Job Award. The award, widely regarded as one of the highest accolades in the…
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Havering’s Housing Explosion: How Many New Homes Are Really Being Planned for the Borough?
Havering is facing a huge programme of housing growth, with thousands of homes already planned or being delivered across the
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Selling a House in Havering: What’s Changed, and What Still Catches People Out
Havering’s property market has shifted significantly over the last decade due to the Elizabeth Line’s arrival. However, selling homes remains challenging, often delayed by chain issues. Buyers now favour well-maintained homes, emphasising paperwork and market strategies for successful sales.
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“They Don’t Live Here”: Romford Residents Furious as Council Officers Back Controversial Como Street Development
A controversial redevelopment of Como Street Car Park could move a major step closer to reality after Havering Council officers
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COUNCIL NEWS: Councillors visit new modular homes ahead of local families moving in
Councillors recently visited Havering’s new modular homes at Waterloo Road and Queen Street to see the completed accommodation ahead of Havering residents moving in over the coming weeks. L-R – Paul Nicholls, Wates Residential, Cllr…
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COUNCIL NEWS: Council Leader calls for Boroughs to retain proceeds from any London visitor levy
The Leader of Havering Council is calling for any money raised through a proposed new overnight visitor levy in London to be retained fairly by the Boroughs where it is generated. The Government is expected…
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‘Stay: Your Story Isn’t Over’: The powerful Havering film sharing stories of hope on World Suicide Prevention Day
A powerful new film featuring the lived experiences of Havering residents affected by suicide has been launched in Romford, with
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COUNCIL NEWS: “Nightmare almost over” as Gallows Corner final works begin
Havering Council has welcomed confirmation that Gallows Corner junction and flyover are on track to fully reopen to general traffic by the end of September 2026. Gallows Corner junction and flyover are on track to…
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Havering Council Forecasts £22.8m Underspend After Years Of Financial Pressure
Havering Council is forecasting a £22.8 million underspend based on figures from the end of June, although government financial support remains part of the authority’s budget position.
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Why Are More People Moving To Havering From Other London Boroughs And How Many Havering Residents Are Leaving?
New figures show migration is making a significant contribution to Havering’s population growth, with the borough recording a net gain
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Former Councillor David Taylor Calls For Scrutiny After Como Street Lending Plans Appear To Jump By More Than £32m.
Former Romford councillor David Taylor has called for the business case behind the proposed Como Street development to be publicly
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Is Havering Facing A Housing Surge And Just How Much Greenbelt Will Be Lost?
From Hornchurch and Upminster to Rainham, Romford and Harold Hill, Havering is facing a huge wave of housing proposals including
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Rainham Says NO To Overdevelopment On Upminster Road North.
At the Full Council meeting on the Wednesday 2 September, Rainham and Wennington Councillor Sue Ospreay submitted a petition on
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“After 100 days of Reform UK running Havering, the Conservatives appear more interested in rewriting history than acknowledging what is actually happening.”
Reform UK Havering Response to Conservatives article. A spokesperson for Reform UK Havering told the Havering Daily: After 100 days
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Political Response: Conservatives Accuse Reform Of Ignoring Havering Election Promises.
Romford Conservative chairman Dominic Swan has issued a political response challenging Reform UK’s record during its first 100 days running Havering Council.
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Is Reform Split Over Hexit? Havering Council Debate Reveals Different Views
A Full Council debate over Hexit has exposed differing views among Havering’s Reform representatives, despite council leader Keith Prince ruling out pursuing a departure from Greater London.
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Havering Vows To End Hotel Placements For At-Risk Families By 2030
Havering Council has pledged to stop placing at-risk families in hotels and other nightly-paid accommodation by 2030 under a new homelessness strategy.
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Havering Residents Share Powerful Stories Of Hope In New Suicide Prevention Film
A new film sharing the experiences of Havering residents affected by suicide will receive free public screenings in Romford on World Suicide Prevention Day.
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Could Gallows Corner’s Hidden Cost To Havering Run Into Millions?
As Gallows Corner approaches full reopening, The Havering Daily examines the potential hidden cost of more than a year of diversions, delays and disruption to residents, commuters and businesses.
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