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When will my bins be collected over Christmas and the New Year?

Bank holiday changes impact waste collection days for residents in Brent and Harrow, requiring adjustments to schedules.

'I was wrongly given a parking fine - and now the company won't respond'

Motorists can face severe penalties despite legal parking, especially when dealing with private parking companies that refuse to acknowledge their mistakes.

Thousands attend library reopening after 2m revamp

The Wembley library has reopened after a £2 million renovation, enhancing services and facilities for the community.

Motorists set for 18 weeks of roadworks chaos

Wembley High Road will be closed for 18 weeks starting January 13, due to urgent drainage repairs.
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Free period products now available at 16 locations around Brent

Brent Council has partnered with Hey Girls to provide free period products to combat period poverty and support women's health and dignity.
#affordable-housing

Homes to be demolished to make way for four new tower blocks

Brent Council has approved the construction of four tower blocks in Wembley, prioritizing affordable housing despite community objections.

Leisure centre and derelict offices could be demolished in 600m scheme

The Bridge Park area is set for a transformative redevelopment, introducing a new leisure centre and over 1,000 homes while ensuring community input.

Homes to be demolished to make way for four new tower blocks

Brent Council has approved the construction of four tower blocks in Wembley, prioritizing affordable housing despite community objections.

Leisure centre and derelict offices could be demolished in 600m scheme

The Bridge Park area is set for a transformative redevelopment, introducing a new leisure centre and over 1,000 homes while ensuring community input.
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#local-government

North London borough warns finances 'at breaking point' as council tax and waste service charge hikes loom

Brent Council is raising taxes and cutting services to manage a projected £16 million deficit amid unprecedented financial challenges.

School zone to be expanded and have hours extended in council plan

The Crownhill Road school zone will expand and extend hours starting September, improving safety for students during peak drop-off and pick-up times.

North London borough warns finances 'at breaking point' as council tax and waste service charge hikes loom

Brent Council is raising taxes and cutting services to manage a projected £16 million deficit amid unprecedented financial challenges.

School zone to be expanded and have hours extended in council plan

The Crownhill Road school zone will expand and extend hours starting September, improving safety for students during peak drop-off and pick-up times.
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New bingo hall could open despite worries there are already too many

A former Lloyds Bank in Willesden is proposed to be turned into a bingo hall amid growing gambling concerns in the borough.
#lime-bikes

Cycle group says 'stop this blame game' as Lime bikes face ban

Brent Council demands Lime remove bikes by October 31 if safety issues are not resolved, citing numerous complaints about dockless bike parking.
Collaborative efforts are necessary to improve bike-sharing practices without reducing zero emissions transportation options.

'Banning bikes won't help anyone' says Lime after removal threat

Lime must improve bike management or face removal by Brent council by October 31.

'Long road to travel' for Lime after council's threat to remove e-bikes

Lime must address safety and parking issues or face removal of its bikes by October 31.
Brent Council is committed to resolving complaints about Lime's rentals through mandated changes.

Another London borough wants to ban Lime bikes

Brent Council may ban Lime bikes due to safety concerns and mismanagement if changes aren't made by October 31.

Lime hire bikes makes changes to avoid Brent Council ban

Lime Bikes will improve operations in Brent to avoid a council-imposed ban.

Hundreds of new Lime bike parking bays planned as ban looms

Brent Council demands improved parking solutions for Lime bikes to avoid a ban, stressing the importance of safety and community trust.

Cycle group says 'stop this blame game' as Lime bikes face ban

Brent Council demands Lime remove bikes by October 31 if safety issues are not resolved, citing numerous complaints about dockless bike parking.
Collaborative efforts are necessary to improve bike-sharing practices without reducing zero emissions transportation options.

'Banning bikes won't help anyone' says Lime after removal threat

Lime must improve bike management or face removal by Brent council by October 31.

'Long road to travel' for Lime after council's threat to remove e-bikes

Lime must address safety and parking issues or face removal of its bikes by October 31.
Brent Council is committed to resolving complaints about Lime's rentals through mandated changes.

Another London borough wants to ban Lime bikes

Brent Council may ban Lime bikes due to safety concerns and mismanagement if changes aren't made by October 31.

Lime hire bikes makes changes to avoid Brent Council ban

Lime Bikes will improve operations in Brent to avoid a council-imposed ban.

Hundreds of new Lime bike parking bays planned as ban looms

Brent Council demands improved parking solutions for Lime bikes to avoid a ban, stressing the importance of safety and community trust.
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London borough threatens to clear Lime hire cycles from streets over abandoned e-bikes 'havoc'

Brent council threatens to evict Lime due to abandoned e-bikes causing safety concerns and disruptions on the streets.

Lime avoids ban after last minute deal that removes 250 bikes from streets

Lime bikes will not be banned in Brent, but their fleet will be reduced by a third due to safety concerns.

Lime bike negotiations ongoing, one day before potential ban

Lime must address safety and parking concerns or face a potential ban in Brent.

London borough threatens to clear Lime hire cycles from streets over abandoned e-bikes 'havoc'

Brent council threatens to evict Lime due to abandoned e-bikes causing safety concerns and disruptions on the streets.

Lime avoids ban after last minute deal that removes 250 bikes from streets

Lime bikes will not be banned in Brent, but their fleet will be reduced by a third due to safety concerns.

Lime bike negotiations ongoing, one day before potential ban

Lime must address safety and parking concerns or face a potential ban in Brent.
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#housing

Wembley landlord fined nearly 50,000 for housing eight people in five-person house of horrors'

Rogue landlord fined nearly £50,000 for housing violations, overcrowding, and poor living conditions in a regulated property.

Landlord fined 50k over 'overcrowded house of horrors'

A landlord was fined £50,000 for renting out an overcrowded and unsafe property in Wembley.

Wembley landlord fined nearly 50,000 for housing eight people in five-person house of horrors'

Rogue landlord fined nearly £50,000 for housing violations, overcrowding, and poor living conditions in a regulated property.

Landlord fined 50k over 'overcrowded house of horrors'

A landlord was fined £50,000 for renting out an overcrowded and unsafe property in Wembley.
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Scaffolding spotted around disused pub raises hopes it might reopen

The Willesden Junction Hotel is set for restoration and conversion into flats, raising hopes of revitalization for the local area.
#accessibility-issues

Lime bikes may be removed from borough over safety

Lime e-bikes must resolve safety and parking issues in Brent or face removal within months.

I want them all crushed': the council poised to ban dangerous' Lime bikes

Brent Council may become the first in the UK to ban Lime e-bikes due to mismanagement and accessibility concerns.
Local councils are demanding stricter regulations on e-bike parking to improve safety and accessibility on pavements.

Lime bikes may be removed from borough over safety

Lime e-bikes must resolve safety and parking issues in Brent or face removal within months.

I want them all crushed': the council poised to ban dangerous' Lime bikes

Brent Council may become the first in the UK to ban Lime e-bikes due to mismanagement and accessibility concerns.
Local councils are demanding stricter regulations on e-bike parking to improve safety and accessibility on pavements.
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The programme tackling health inequality after Covid crisis

The Brent Health Matters project has successfully addressed health inequalities by providing community-accessible health checks inspired by lessons learned during the Covid pandemic.
#wembley-stadium

A massive fan-zone beer garden is coming to Wembley

A new outdoor fan zone called Stadium Yard Bar aims to open near Wembley Stadium, pending council approval amidst safety concerns.

Decision to be made over plans to increase major events at Wembley Stadium

Brent Council plans to increase major events at Wembley Stadium from 46 to 54, despite public concerns over congestion.

A massive fan-zone beer garden is coming to Wembley

A new outdoor fan zone called Stadium Yard Bar aims to open near Wembley Stadium, pending council approval amidst safety concerns.

Decision to be made over plans to increase major events at Wembley Stadium

Brent Council plans to increase major events at Wembley Stadium from 46 to 54, despite public concerns over congestion.
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E-bike rage in the borough that's had enough - and how it might be solved

Brent Council demands changes from Lime bikes to avoid a rental e-bike ban, emphasizing improved parking and safety measures.

Cyclists to be temporarily barred from using dedicated bike lane

Cyclists will be prohibited from a section of Carlton Vale for street work from September 16 to 27.
#fly-tipping

Council cracks down on fly-tipping with fines and patrols

Brent Council in north-west London increased fly-tipping fines by 141%, aiming to deter improper waste disposal and protect the environment.

Derelict housing blocks remain haven for fly-tippers and trespassers

Fly-tipping and trespassing problems persist in South Kilburn's derelict housing, raising safety concerns and frustrations among residents.

Council cracks down on fly-tipping with fines and patrols

Brent Council in north-west London increased fly-tipping fines by 141%, aiming to deter improper waste disposal and protect the environment.

Derelict housing blocks remain haven for fly-tippers and trespassers

Fly-tipping and trespassing problems persist in South Kilburn's derelict housing, raising safety concerns and frustrations among residents.
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#local-government-ombudsman

Brent family of six wins 3,600 payout after living in 'severely overcrowded' two-bedroom home

A North London council was ordered to pay a family for 18 months of overcrowded living conditions despite being aware of the situation.

Family wins payout in overcrowded housing case

Brent Council ordered to pay a family after leaving them in overcrowded property. Apologized and provided suitable accommodation after 18 months.

Brent family of six wins 3,600 payout after living in 'severely overcrowded' two-bedroom home

A North London council was ordered to pay a family for 18 months of overcrowded living conditions despite being aware of the situation.

Family wins payout in overcrowded housing case

Brent Council ordered to pay a family after leaving them in overcrowded property. Apologized and provided suitable accommodation after 18 months.
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Harlesden: Rogue landlord fined 9k after ignoring pleas to fix north London flat

Brent Council took landlord to court over flat issues
Landlord fined for failing to fix heating and ventilation issues
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