The Metropolitan Police has launched its annual appeal for the public to donate Christmas presents to thousands of vulnerable and disadvantaged children across London. Working with the charity The Childhood Trust, Met ‘elves’ will deliver the presents funded by the public to children who might otherwise go
Read more →Transport for London (Tfl) are currently reviewing taxi (black cab) fares and tariffs in London and are asking for views views on whether they should increase taxi fares to help taxi drivers cover their operating costs. They are considering five possible options for fares and tariffs as part
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(Original post of 30 November 2022 updated on 01 December 2022) On 28 November 2022, the Government’s independent planning authority, the Planning Inspectorate, accepted National Highways application for a Development Consent Order (DCO) for detailed examination of the Lower Thames Crossing proposals. This means that the project
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Cllr Ray Morgon, the Leader of Havering Council, has released a statement regarding Havering Council’s views on the confirmation that the London Mayor has decided to expand the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) across all London boroughs from 29 August 2023. Cllr Morgon writes – ‘We are
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Recorded music programmes take place on a regular basis in the main meeting room on the first floor at Hornchurch Library. The next one will be held on Wednesday 14 December 2022 between at 2-4pm. Titled ‘A Program of Seasonal Music and Readings’, it will be a traditional
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Following contact by Cranham Ward councillors, the Environment Agency has agreed to inspect the River Ingrebourne in the vicinity of the Dury Falls Estate, as residents have reported small trees and large branches in the river following storms earlier this year. This area is vulnerable to flooding during
Read more →The annual Upminster Christmas Event will take place between 4pm and 6.30pm on Thursday 24 November 2022. As well as the usual variety of stalls and rides, there will be a free elf themed treasure trail, with a gift at the end. Come along and enjoy the start
Read more →Local councillors have been asked to publicise Havering Council’s Empty Homes Project, which is helping to locate empty properties and bring them back into use. These can be in any condition, as the council have various options to make them viable housing again. Havering residents are encouraged
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The 2022 Upminster Christmas Event will be held from 4.30 – 6pm on Thursday 24 November. Please come along and enjoy this popular free event that celebrates the start of the Christmas season in Upminster.
Read more →A recent bogus callers awareness meeting was held in Havering, where Graham Knox from Havering Trading Standards gave an update, including the sort of help that Havering Trading Standards may be able to give if you or someone you know is being targeted by scammers, For details
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