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The dust has now settled following Havering’s local elections, and the political landscape inside the Town Hall has dramatically changed
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Councillor Gillian Ford outlines Havering Council’s financial challenges, expressing concerns over rising statutory service demands and opposing a Section 114 notice, which could restrict services and diminish local decision-making powers.
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Joe Jervis, Labour candidate for Rush Green and Crowlands, prioritises tackling fly-tipping, anti-social behaviour, and enhancing local cleanliness. He advocates for stronger enforcement and community-focused solutions to improve neighbourhood safety and pride.
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A fallen tree obstructed a pavement and road in Rainham but was quickly cleared by local volunteers and a nearby business, restoring access. This collaborative effort highlights the importance of community support in addressing unexpected challenges efficiently.
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The HRA waived costs for Remembrance Sunday Parades and Armed Forces Day, aiming for Silver level in the Armed Forces Covenant. Councillors are focused on health, employment, and housing support for the Armed Forces community, addressing compensation injustices.
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The Havering Residents Association (HRA) says it would be “incredibly foolish” to appoint a new leader before the local elections
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Residents of Havering are invited to submit questions for an online hustings on 15 April, where local political party representatives will discuss key community issues, helping voters prepare for upcoming elections.
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“The Havering Residents Association Council should be ashamed of themselves and the way they have treated these residents.”
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For pensioners in Havering, the Freedom Pass is a lifeline. Taking it away would isolate older residents and strip them of their independence”-Andrew Rosindell MP.
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I am writing in response to your recent article detailing the motion passed at Full Council on 3rd September, led by Councillor David Taylor and supported by Labour and Independent councillors. While the headline suggests a noble cause, the narrative presented is misleading and misrepresents both the facts and the position of the Havering Residents Association (HRA).
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HRA members and locals united to clean Moray Way, combating litter issues highlighted by Cllr Crowder. The event emphasized community effort and aims for long-term solutions like CCTV to prevent fly-tipping.
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Last Saturday 15 March, members of the Havering Residents Association for Rush Green and Crowlands carried out a litter pick in Nursery Walk which is along by the old gasworks and Crow Lane.
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Havering Council was able to pass a balanced budget after the Labour Government agreed to a ‘capitalisation order’, effectively a line of credit extended by the government.
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Elm Park Ward councillors Barry Mugglestone, Stephanie Nunn and Julie Wilkes spent two and a half hours tidying up Elm Park town centre on Thursday 30 January.
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It is very clear many HRA Councillors hold views that are wholly incompatible with those of the Labour Party and the needs of residents are being sidelined for populist headlines.’
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Cllr. Ray Morgon, leader of the Havering Residents Association, discusses the Council’s future after the 2022 Local Elections. The H.R.A formed a working relationship with Labour, but tensions arose at the last Council meeting. With increased Councillors, the H.R.A ended the relationship but expressed gratitude to Labour for stabilizing the Council.
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Gooshayes ward Councillor Paul McGeary has announced he has joined the Havering Residents Association (HRA), departing from his previous affiliation with the local Labour Party.
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A Working Agreement was established which included the membership of the Cabinet (7 H.R.A, 2 Labour). There was no inclusion on the role of Mayor.
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Havering Resident Association Councillors yesterday evening (Wednesday 22nd May) chose to ignore the working arrangement between their Party and the Labour Group
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Havering Residents Association Councillor Phil Ruck today writes in the Havering Daily. You may have seen many articles/social media posts
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