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#child-safety

Urgent manhunt launched after attempted kidnapping of two children in east London

Tower Hamlets Police are urgently seeking help to identify a suspect in the attempted kidnapping of two children.

Rehab centre plans above nursery sparks protest

Parents oppose the establishment of a drug rehabilitation centre above a children's nursery in East London, citing safety and appropriate use of the building.

Urgent manhunt launched after attempted kidnapping of two children in east London

Tower Hamlets Police are urgently seeking help to identify a suspect in the attempted kidnapping of two children.

Rehab centre plans above nursery sparks protest

Parents oppose the establishment of a drug rehabilitation centre above a children's nursery in East London, citing safety and appropriate use of the building.
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Tower Hamlets restaurants win at national curry awards

Thai O'Cha is named the UK's best Thai restaurant at the Euro Asia Curry Awards.
#low-traffic-neighbourhoods

What's happening with Tower Hamlets' controversial LTNs?

High Court challenge against Tower Hamlets Council's plan to dismantle Low Traffic Neighbourhoods launched by campaign group Save Our Safe Streets.

Removing low traffic zones was lawful, court rules

The High Court upheld the removal of three Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in Tower Hamlets, legalizing the mayor's controversial decision.

Safety activists take Tower Hamlets mayor to court over low-traffic reversal

The mayor of Tower Hamlets faces legal challenges over the removal of low-traffic neighbourhoods, deemed essential for safety and pollution reduction.

What's happening with Tower Hamlets' controversial LTNs?

High Court challenge against Tower Hamlets Council's plan to dismantle Low Traffic Neighbourhoods launched by campaign group Save Our Safe Streets.

Removing low traffic zones was lawful, court rules

The High Court upheld the removal of three Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in Tower Hamlets, legalizing the mayor's controversial decision.

Safety activists take Tower Hamlets mayor to court over low-traffic reversal

The mayor of Tower Hamlets faces legal challenges over the removal of low-traffic neighbourhoods, deemed essential for safety and pollution reduction.
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#chinese-embassy

Plan for new Chinese 'super-embassy' opposite Tower of London rejected by council

Local council opposes new Chinese embassy due to potential security risks from protests.
Communities Secretary will make the final decision despite local council's objections.

Council opposes Chinese embassy by Tower of London

Local council opposes Google’s plan for a Chinese embassy due to security risks and potential for significant protests.

Plan for new Chinese 'super-embassy' opposite Tower of London rejected by council

Local council opposes new Chinese embassy due to potential security risks from protests.
Communities Secretary will make the final decision despite local council's objections.

Council opposes Chinese embassy by Tower of London

Local council opposes Google’s plan for a Chinese embassy due to security risks and potential for significant protests.
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#legal-action

Tower Hamlets: London council orders removal of dangerous Grenfell-style cladding in 'UK first'

Tower Hamlets Council has secured a legal order to remove dangerous cladding from a high-rise, marking a significant step in building safety enforcement.

Council orders removal of 'dangerous' cladding

Tower Hamlets Council is pioneering legal action to remove dangerous Grenfell-style cladding, marking a significant move in building safety enforcement.

Tower Hamlets: London council orders removal of dangerous Grenfell-style cladding in 'UK first'

Tower Hamlets Council has secured a legal order to remove dangerous cladding from a high-rise, marking a significant step in building safety enforcement.

Council orders removal of 'dangerous' cladding

Tower Hamlets Council is pioneering legal action to remove dangerous Grenfell-style cladding, marking a significant move in building safety enforcement.
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#local-government

1,500 London pensioners given Winter Fuel Payment to replace Government cut

Tower Hamlets is restoring Winter Fuel Allowance payments for 1,500 pensioners, addressing the impact of government cuts amid rising winter temperatures.

Plan to house families beyond Home Counties paused

Tower Hamlets has paused its homeless accommodation policy beyond Home Counties to reassess its impact on vulnerable families amid changing government discussions.

1,500 London pensioners given Winter Fuel Payment to replace Government cut

Tower Hamlets is restoring Winter Fuel Allowance payments for 1,500 pensioners, addressing the impact of government cuts amid rising winter temperatures.

Plan to house families beyond Home Counties paused

Tower Hamlets has paused its homeless accommodation policy beyond Home Counties to reassess its impact on vulnerable families amid changing government discussions.
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Huge student tower block plans refused

The proposed student accommodation block was rejected due to concerns over size, anti-social behavior, and potential noise pollution despite assurances from planning officers.
#stabbing

Murder investigation launched after woman in 30s stabbed to death in Tower Hamlets

A woman was fatally stabbed in Tower Hamlets, leading to two arrests and an ongoing investigation by police.

Four arrested after Tower Hamlets stabbing leaves man hospitalised

Four men arrested after a stabbing incident leaves a 34-year-old man hospitalized in Tower Hamlets.

Man, 34, taken to hospital after stabbing in Tower Hamlets

A 34-year-old man was stabbed in Tower Hamlets but is expected to recover.

Murder investigation launched after woman in 30s stabbed to death in Tower Hamlets

A woman was fatally stabbed in Tower Hamlets, leading to two arrests and an ongoing investigation by police.

Four arrested after Tower Hamlets stabbing leaves man hospitalised

Four men arrested after a stabbing incident leaves a 34-year-old man hospitalized in Tower Hamlets.

Man, 34, taken to hospital after stabbing in Tower Hamlets

A 34-year-old man was stabbed in Tower Hamlets but is expected to recover.
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#dog-regulations

What are the rules for walking dogs in London? New lead rules proposed in Tower Hamlets

Tower Hamlets council is considering new dog control regulations due to increased incidents and public safety concerns.

'Don't introduce stricter controls for dog owners,' Tower Hamlets council told by protest group

The Tower Hamlets Council faces pushback from residents against proposed strict dog regulations aimed at reducing antisocial behavior.

What are the rules for walking dogs in London? New lead rules proposed in Tower Hamlets

Tower Hamlets council is considering new dog control regulations due to increased incidents and public safety concerns.

'Don't introduce stricter controls for dog owners,' Tower Hamlets council told by protest group

The Tower Hamlets Council faces pushback from residents against proposed strict dog regulations aimed at reducing antisocial behavior.
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#local-governance

'Interference with democracy': High Court battle over LTN removal ramps up

The judicial review of low traffic schemes was deemed an invalid interference in democratic processes by Tower Hamlets Council.

Ministers may intervene in Tower Hamlets council

The government may appoint envoys to address governance issues in Tower Hamlets council.

'Interference with democracy': High Court battle over LTN removal ramps up

The judicial review of low traffic schemes was deemed an invalid interference in democratic processes by Tower Hamlets Council.

Ministers may intervene in Tower Hamlets council

The government may appoint envoys to address governance issues in Tower Hamlets council.
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Low traffic scheme scrappage challenged in court

The High Court will hear a legal challenge against Tower Hamlets' decision to remove the low traffic neighbourhood scheme, raising significant transport policy concerns.

138-year-old boxing club in east London that trains people for free faces closure over massive rent increase

Broad Street ABC fears closure due to a proposed 60,000 rent hike from Tower Hamlets Council, which jeopardizes its free training programs for youths.

Tower Hamlets named London's Japanese knotweed hotspot

Tower Hamlets tops London's chart for Japanese knotweed sightings, indicating significant property risks in the area.
Awareness and timely action against Japanese knotweed can help mitigate property value impacts.

Rogue letting agents trapped renters in 'vicious cycle of contracts'

The article highlights the crackdown on rogue letting agencies exploiting vulnerable renters through illegal practices such as issuing licenses instead of tenancy agreements.

Tower Hamlets marks Remembrance - in pictures

Tower Hamlets community commemorated Remembrance Day through various ceremonies honoring armed forces and those lost to conflict. Lutfur Rahman participated actively.
#lutfur-rahman

Ministers to oversee Tower Hamlets council amid concerns over leadership

The government will appoint an envoy to oversee Tower Hamlets council management due to concerns over leadership and financial practices under Mayor Lutfur Rahman.

Council makes 175 offer to pensioners no longer eligible for Winter Fuel Payment

Tower Hamlets pensioners formerly ineligible for the Winter Fuel Payment will receive a one-off £175 lump sum from the council to assist with energy bills.

Ministers to oversee Tower Hamlets council amid concerns over leadership

The government will appoint an envoy to oversee Tower Hamlets council management due to concerns over leadership and financial practices under Mayor Lutfur Rahman.

Council makes 175 offer to pensioners no longer eligible for Winter Fuel Payment

Tower Hamlets pensioners formerly ineligible for the Winter Fuel Payment will receive a one-off £175 lump sum from the council to assist with energy bills.
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#public-safety

New rules to tackle 'out-of-control' dogs proposed

Residents in Tower Hamlets, London may face tougher rules for dog owners due to increased anti-social dog behavior, prompting a 12-week consultation period.

Man threated with crossbow in broad daylight Tower Hamlets street

A man was threatened with a crossbow on Alfred Street, Tower Hamlets.

New rules to tackle 'out-of-control' dogs proposed

Residents in Tower Hamlets, London may face tougher rules for dog owners due to increased anti-social dog behavior, prompting a 12-week consultation period.

Man threated with crossbow in broad daylight Tower Hamlets street

A man was threatened with a crossbow on Alfred Street, Tower Hamlets.
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Three charged with murder of Joshua McLean, 31, shot dead in Tower Hamlets park

Three men charged with the murder of Joshua McLean in Tower Hamlets park.
#london

Tower Hamlets has worst recycling rate in England

Tower Hamlets in East London has the lowest household recycling rates in England at 17.7%
Bromley has the highest household recycling rates in London at 48.7%

London's Pocket Parks: Virginia Gardens, E2

Virginia Park reflects a rich historical transformation from poor housing to a simple urban park, representing London’s past and urban redevelopment efforts.

London boroughs among those with highest fly-tipping increase

Fly-tipping incidents in parts of London have increased significantly, with Tower Hamlets, Barnet, and Westminster among the boroughs that experienced the biggest rise.
Brent recorded the highest number of fly-tipping incidents of any borough in England.
The data from the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) also showed that London ranked highly for boroughs with the most recorded fly-tipping incidents.

'Tower Hamlets is brilliant': East Londoners reject Paul Scully's 'no-go areas' comments

Parts of Tower Hamlets and Sparkhill are labeled as no-go areas due to concerns about doctrine and extremism.

This London borough has the worst recycling rate in the UK

Tower Hamlets has the worst recycling rates in London and the entire country.
Challenges in providing enough recycling facilities due to rapid population growth in Tower Hamlets.

Three London boroughs are the worst in the UK for fly-tipping

Tower Hamlets experienced a jump in fly-tipping cases of over 90% between 2022 and 2023.
Barnet and Westminster also saw significant increases in fly-tipping incidents, with jumps of 65% and 64% respectively.

Tower Hamlets has worst recycling rate in England

Tower Hamlets in East London has the lowest household recycling rates in England at 17.7%
Bromley has the highest household recycling rates in London at 48.7%

London's Pocket Parks: Virginia Gardens, E2

Virginia Park reflects a rich historical transformation from poor housing to a simple urban park, representing London’s past and urban redevelopment efforts.

London boroughs among those with highest fly-tipping increase

Fly-tipping incidents in parts of London have increased significantly, with Tower Hamlets, Barnet, and Westminster among the boroughs that experienced the biggest rise.
Brent recorded the highest number of fly-tipping incidents of any borough in England.
The data from the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) also showed that London ranked highly for boroughs with the most recorded fly-tipping incidents.

'Tower Hamlets is brilliant': East Londoners reject Paul Scully's 'no-go areas' comments

Parts of Tower Hamlets and Sparkhill are labeled as no-go areas due to concerns about doctrine and extremism.

This London borough has the worst recycling rate in the UK

Tower Hamlets has the worst recycling rates in London and the entire country.
Challenges in providing enough recycling facilities due to rapid population growth in Tower Hamlets.

Three London boroughs are the worst in the UK for fly-tipping

Tower Hamlets experienced a jump in fly-tipping cases of over 90% between 2022 and 2023.
Barnet and Westminster also saw significant increases in fly-tipping incidents, with jumps of 65% and 64% respectively.
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Homeless families to be placed beyond Home Counties

Tower Hamlets Council has extended the placement of homeless families to areas beyond the Home Counties, raising concerns from opposition councillors.
#london-fire-brigade

Yet another fire in east London as high rise evacuated

A major fire in a Tower Hamlets high-rise building prompted extensive firefighting efforts, evacuations, and ongoing investigation into its cause.

Garden shed destroyed and neighbour's window damaged by fire in Tower Hamlets

London Fire Brigade received multiple calls about a fire incident in a residential area in Tower Hamlets, with no injuries reported.

Yet another fire in east London as high rise evacuated

A major fire in a Tower Hamlets high-rise building prompted extensive firefighting efforts, evacuations, and ongoing investigation into its cause.

Garden shed destroyed and neighbour's window damaged by fire in Tower Hamlets

London Fire Brigade received multiple calls about a fire incident in a residential area in Tower Hamlets, with no injuries reported.
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Westferry Printworks flats plan set for approval

Tower Hamlets Council may approve plans for 1,358 homes and a new secondary school on the former Westferry Printworks site, amidst a troubled planning history.

Lewisham man charged with murder after man stabbed to death in Tower Hamlets

Two men charged with murder and drug possession following fatal stabbing in Tower Hamlets
#metropolitan-police

Pro-Israel lawyers demand Met investigate 'intimidating' Palestine flags in Tower Hamlets

UK Lawyers for Israel have called for an investigation into the display of Palestine flags in an east London borough, claiming it could incite violence against Jews.
Tower Hamlets, the borough in question, has the largest Muslim population in the UK, but claims it is not aware of any criminal offenses being committed through the display of Palestinian flags.

Extra police patrols to continue in east London borough

The Metropolitan Police will maintain a heightened presence in Tower Hamlets following rumored riots.

Pro-Israel lawyers demand Met investigate 'intimidating' Palestine flags in Tower Hamlets

UK Lawyers for Israel have called for an investigation into the display of Palestine flags in an east London borough, claiming it could incite violence against Jews.
Tower Hamlets, the borough in question, has the largest Muslim population in the UK, but claims it is not aware of any criminal offenses being committed through the display of Palestinian flags.

Extra police patrols to continue in east London borough

The Metropolitan Police will maintain a heightened presence in Tower Hamlets following rumored riots.
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#islamophobia

There aren't any no-go areas' in Tower Hamlets, only years of government neglect | Letter

Senior Conservative's claim of no-go areas in Tower Hamlets refuted as untrue and divisive
Tower Hamlets's challenges attributed to economic mismanagement and prejudice, not closed communities

Tower Hamlets to take down Palestinian flags from its buildings

Mayor of Tower Hamlets announced removal of Palestinian flags from council-owned infrastructure
Flags seen as symbols of solidarity by some but causing distress to Jewish residents

There aren't any no-go areas' in Tower Hamlets, only years of government neglect | Letter

Senior Conservative's claim of no-go areas in Tower Hamlets refuted as untrue and divisive
Tower Hamlets's challenges attributed to economic mismanagement and prejudice, not closed communities

Tower Hamlets to take down Palestinian flags from its buildings

Mayor of Tower Hamlets announced removal of Palestinian flags from council-owned infrastructure
Flags seen as symbols of solidarity by some but causing distress to Jewish residents
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Tower Hamlets has worst household recycling rate in England

Tower Hamlets has the fastest-growing population in the country, with a 22.1% increase from 2011 to 2021.
The borough struggles to provide enough recycling facilities and infrastructure due to its unique population density and housing stock.
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