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News, decisions, services, spending and accountability reporting concerning the London Borough of Havering and Havering Council.
Councillors Matt Stanton and Trevor McKeever write in the Havering Daily. Despite repeated engagement with SSE, councillors say residents are
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Local councillor and Royal Air Force Reservist Alex Donald writes for the Havering Daily. As we celebrate Armed Forces Week 2026 here in Havering, we show our unwavering support to the men and women
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After months of disruption, delays and ever-changing completion dates, the ongoing works at Gallows Corner have suffered yet another setback.
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On the 70th anniversary of the Clean Air Act, we are pleased to see that the London Mayor is celebrating
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An inquest into the death of a baby at Queen’s Hospital has revealed significant shortcomings in maternity care, raising urgent concerns about the treatment of ethnic minority mothers and prompting calls for improvements within Havering’s healthcare services.
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Campaigners fighting to protect the fields behind Wingletye Lane and Benets Road have received a major boost after gaining the
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Havering Council is addressing several planning enforcement issues at the former Durham Arms pub in Romford, with ongoing investigations and appeals raising concerns among local residents about unauthorised conversions and site upkeep.
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A major planning application for nearly 1,000 new homes on the former Romford ice rink site has been submitted to Havering Council, prompting local discussions on the development’s impact and benefits.
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A leading Harold Hill community champion is urging Havering residents to stand shoulder to shoulder in the fight against knife
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Best One in Collier Row faces renewed scrutiny as police question the legitimacy of its premises licence transfer amid complex leaseholder disagreements, highlighting potential impacts on the local community and business environment.
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Residents are mounting fierce opposition to plans for up to 475 homes on land off Wingletye Lane, insisting the site
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Residents across South Hornchurch are being invited to come together for an afternoon of family fun as the Mardyke Community
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Large crowds descended on Langtons Gardens, Hornchurch, on Sunday 7 June, to enjoy an afternoon of classical music as the Langtons Summer Concert returned for 2026. The sold-out crowd of around 2,000 revellers saw the…
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The Mayor of Havering, Councillor Maggie Themistocli, has announced the mayoral charity she will be supporting for 2026/2027. The chosen charity is Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY). CRY is dedicated to raising awareness of…
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A significant housing development plan in Hornchurch has been submitted to Havering Council, prompting local discussion about its potential effects on residents and the environment.
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“We Must Unite Against Knife Crime”-Sue Hedges and Peguy Kato To Hold Special Vigil For Henry Nowak And All Victims
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Romford’s annual Pride event brought colour, music and a strong message of inclusion to the heart of the town on
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Residents across Havering are raising concerns about the future of the borough’s green spaces as fears grow over potential development
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More than 100 traders gathered yesterday in a powerful show of unity against tool theft, as Trades United organised a
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Businesses across Havering have been praised after refusing to sell knives and vapes to underage volunteers during a recent Trading
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