Supt Biju Premnath stated that frontline police services will be protected; however, support units like mounted police, dog units, and forensics face significant cuts due to funding shortfalls.
The Barking and Dagenham Chamber of Commerce Business Awards recognized local businesses for their exceptional contributions, celebrating successes in a challenging economic climate.
Nesil Caliskan, Labour MP for Barking, criticized the abrupt closure of the maternity unit, emphasizing that local women deserve a safe facility to give birth.