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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Health and Wellbeing
“Havering’s Countryside Under Attack” — Green Belt Being Rebranded ‘Grey Belt’ as Wildlife Faces Permanent Loss.
The creeping rebranding of protected green spaces as so-called “grey belt” land is raising growing concern among residents and environmental campaigners, who warn that the move risks opening the door to widespread development on areas once considered untouchable.
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Havering Provides Lifeline Warm Hubs for Residents During Cold Months.
Councillor Gillian Ford, Cabinet Member for Adults and Wellbeing, said: “Keeping safe and warm is an essential part of our
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Exclusive:“We Are Not Just Losing a Building, We Are Losing Our Safe Space”-Vital Mental Health Group Faces Closure.
Service users say they feel abandoned and failed after a decision by North East London NHS Foundation Trust not to renew the lease on the Petersfield Centre in Harold Hill, resulting in the possible loss of a vital mental health group.
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Are Enough Homes Being Built for Disabled Residents Across Havering?
Across the London Borough of Havering, questions are increasingly being raised about whether enough properties are being built or adapted to meet the needs of disabled residents, as demand for accessible housing continues to grow and many families say suitable homes remain extremely difficult to find. With an ageing population and a rising number of people living with long-term health conditions, the need for homes that support independent living has never been greater, yet concerns persist that current housing developments are not keeping pace with local need.
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Essex Summer Fest Returns for 2026 Bigger, Better and Full of Fun!
Haverinng Mind are delighted to announce that the event will return this summer to Harrow Lodge Park in Hornchurch on Sunday 12th July as the Essex Summer Fest. It promises to be bigger, and better than ever before!
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‘The NHS across Britain is on its knees after 14 years of neglect under a government that didn’t care’-Margaret Mullane MP.
The Member of Parliament for Dagenham and Rainham-Margaret Mullane writes her monthly column in the Havering Daily. Nothing has shocked
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Why People Are Becoming Vegan For the Animals.
People are becoming vegan not because it is fashionable but because they can no longer ignore what happens behind closed doors in modern farming.
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“The Health and Wellbeing of the People of Rainham is Absolutely Paramount to Me”-Margaret Mullane, Launders Lane Update.
In September 2025 Margaret Mullane MP made a successful bid to the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology to commission a study titled “Management of Legacy Landfill”. The idea behind the piece of work was to produce national level policy options which would help resolve the issues at Launders Lane in Rainham.
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Feeling Tired or Stressed? You Could Be Low on Magnesium.
Magnesium is one of the most essential minerals in the human body, yet it is also one of the most commonly overlooked. It plays a role in hundreds of biochemical reactions and is vital for everything from muscle function and energy production to sleep quality and mental wellbeing. Despite this, many people are unknowingly deficient, largely due to modern diets, stress, and depleted soils.
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Queen’s Hospital Saw their Busiest December On Record.
Hospitals in east London saw their “busiest December ever” last month, writes local democracy reporter Sebastian Mann. The last month
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Hospital staff at Queen’s and King George’s set to strike amid bullying and outsourcing fears
Union employees of the Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals Trust (BHRUT), which oversees Queen’s Hospital in Romford and King George Hospital in Ilford, will walk out next week.
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Exclusive: ‘Please do not take me to Queen’s Hospital’ elderly patients speak of fear and loss of dignity.
Elderly patients are increasingly fearful of being taken to Queen’s Hospital in Romford, with some telling family members and even ambulance crews that they do not want to be treated there due to concerns about dignity, privacy and prolonged waits in corridors.
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Why Taking Vitamin K2 With D3 Is Important for Your Health.
Maintaining strong bones and a healthy cardiovascular system is more than just getting enough calcium. Vitamins D3 and K2 work together in ways that many people overlook, yet they play a crucial role in overall wellbeing.
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“Emergency Service Workers Are Ending Their Own Lives – And We’re Doing Absolutely Nothing”
Our emergency service workers are facing unprecedented situations. The high level of trauma they deal with has probably hit record levels. What sadly has not hit record level, but has actually hit low levels, is the support they are receiving. Police officers, firefighters and paramedics are ending their own lives. The level of suicide amongst police officers and firefighters has hit new levels. But who actually cares?
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Havering’s H90 Joggers Invite Adults of All Abilities to Get Running.
If you’ve ever wanted to get into running, improve your fitness, or meet like-minded people, Havering’s H90 Joggers (H90J) is the club for you. Open to adults aged 18 and over, H90J welcomes runners of all abilities—from complete beginners learning to run, to those who want to jog, chat, and stay healthy, and even to seasoned runners training for specific distances.
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Exclusive: Elderly Cancer Patient Left in Corridor at Queen’s Hospital: Daughter’s Anger.
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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Signature at Hornchurch: Your New Home for Stylish Senior Living
Signature Senior Lifestyle is proud to announce the opening of Signature at Hornchurch in June 2026, bringing a new benchmark of luxury living,
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Remove Plastic from Your Fruit and Vegetables: Here’s Why It Matters for Your Health.
Eating more fruit and vegetables is one of the simplest ways to boost your health and wellbeing. But as we head to the supermarket, one thing becomes immediately clear: the majority of our produce is wrapped in heavy plastic. From organic apples to sweet long peppers, our fruit and vegetables sit on the shelf tightly sealed, often in layers of packaging.
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25 Million Took on Veganuary But Are We Getting Veganism Wrong? Debunking the Myths On Veganism.
New data shows that the “Veganuary” movement, which challenges people to eat only plant-based food throughout January, reached a record 25.8 million participants worldwide in 2025, a huge increase on previous years.
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