Government to intervene at Tower Hamlets CouncilGovernment intervention in Tower Hamlets Council aims to rectify failing governance and enhance local accountability.
Tower Hamlets: Ministers formally intervene at east London council after 'toxic' culture foundThe government intervened in Tower Hamlets Council due to concerns about governance and political culture.
Government to intervene at Tower Hamlets CouncilGovernment intervention in Tower Hamlets Council aims to rectify failing governance and enhance local accountability.
Tower Hamlets: Ministers formally intervene at east London council after 'toxic' culture foundThe government intervened in Tower Hamlets Council due to concerns about governance and political culture.
Tower Hamlets named as one of UK's best places to live in 2025 - here's whyTower Hamlets ranks as one of the best places to live in the UK, excelling notably in education.
'It's no surprise' Tower Hamlets named east London's best place to live - mayorTower Hamlets ranked 33rd on The Times' best places to live list, the highest in east London.
Tower Hamlets named as one of UK's best places to live in 2025 - here's whyTower Hamlets ranks as one of the best places to live in the UK, excelling notably in education.
'It's no surprise' Tower Hamlets named east London's best place to live - mayorTower Hamlets ranked 33rd on The Times' best places to live list, the highest in east London.
1,500 London pensioners given Winter Fuel Payment to replace Government cutTower Hamlets is restoring Winter Fuel Allowance payments for 1,500 pensioners, addressing the impact of government cuts amid rising winter temperatures.
Fear for neighbours' safety if Chinese embassy is allowed next doorPlans for a Chinese embassy near Royal Mint Court are causing safety fears among local residents and have potential national security implications.
Plan to house families beyond Home Counties pausedTower Hamlets has paused its homeless accommodation policy beyond Home Counties to reassess its impact on vulnerable families amid changing government discussions.
Mayor 'thrilled' with children's services turnaroundTower Hamlets children's services have achieved an 'outstanding' rating from Ofsted, reflecting significant improvements since its previous 'inadequate' rating seven years ago.
1,500 London pensioners given Winter Fuel Payment to replace Government cutTower Hamlets is restoring Winter Fuel Allowance payments for 1,500 pensioners, addressing the impact of government cuts amid rising winter temperatures.
Fear for neighbours' safety if Chinese embassy is allowed next doorPlans for a Chinese embassy near Royal Mint Court are causing safety fears among local residents and have potential national security implications.
Plan to house families beyond Home Counties pausedTower Hamlets has paused its homeless accommodation policy beyond Home Counties to reassess its impact on vulnerable families amid changing government discussions.
Mayor 'thrilled' with children's services turnaroundTower Hamlets children's services have achieved an 'outstanding' rating from Ofsted, reflecting significant improvements since its previous 'inadequate' rating seven years ago.
London council aims to become first in England to offer universal school uniform paymentTower Hamlets council plans to offer a universal school uniform payment of up to £150 for families earning under £50,350.
Urgent manhunt launched after attempted kidnapping of two children in east LondonTower Hamlets Police are urgently seeking help to identify a suspect in the attempted kidnapping of two children.
Rehab centre plans above nursery sparks protestParents 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 LondonTower Hamlets Police are urgently seeking help to identify a suspect in the attempted kidnapping of two children.
Rehab centre plans above nursery sparks protestParents oppose the establishment of a drug rehabilitation centre above a children's nursery in East London, citing safety and appropriate use of the building.
Tower Hamlets restaurants win at national curry awardsThai O'Cha is named the UK's best Thai restaurant at the Euro Asia Curry Awards.
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 rulesThe 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 reversalThe 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 rulesThe 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 reversalThe mayor of Tower Hamlets faces legal challenges over the removal of low-traffic neighbourhoods, deemed essential for safety and pollution reduction.
Plan for new Chinese 'super-embassy' opposite Tower of London rejected by councilLocal 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 LondonLocal 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 councilLocal 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 LondonLocal council opposes Google’s plan for a Chinese embassy due to security risks and potential for significant protests.
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' claddingTower 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' claddingTower Hamlets Council is pioneering legal action to remove dangerous Grenfell-style cladding, marking a significant move in building safety enforcement.
Huge student tower block plans refusedThe proposed student accommodation block was rejected due to concerns over size, anti-social behavior, and potential noise pollution despite assurances from planning officers.
Murder investigation launched after woman in 30s stabbed to death in Tower HamletsA 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 hospitalisedFour 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 HamletsA 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 HamletsA 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 hospitalisedFour 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 HamletsA 34-year-old man was stabbed in Tower Hamlets but is expected to recover.
What are the rules for walking dogs in London? New lead rules proposed in Tower HamletsTower 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 groupThe 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 HamletsTower 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 groupThe Tower Hamlets Council faces pushback from residents against proposed strict dog regulations aimed at reducing antisocial behavior.
'Interference with democracy': High Court battle over LTN removal ramps upThe judicial review of low traffic schemes was deemed an invalid interference in democratic processes by Tower Hamlets Council.
Ministers may intervene in Tower Hamlets councilThe government may appoint envoys to address governance issues in Tower Hamlets council.
'Interference with democracy': High Court battle over LTN removal ramps upThe judicial review of low traffic schemes was deemed an invalid interference in democratic processes by Tower Hamlets Council.
Ministers may intervene in Tower Hamlets councilThe government may appoint envoys to address governance issues in Tower Hamlets council.
Low traffic scheme scrappage challenged in courtThe 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 increaseBroad 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 hotspotTower 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 picturesTower Hamlets community commemorated Remembrance Day through various ceremonies honoring armed forces and those lost to conflict. Lutfur Rahman participated actively.
Ministers to oversee Tower Hamlets council amid concerns over leadershipThe 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 PaymentTower 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 leadershipThe 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 PaymentTower 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.
New rules to tackle 'out-of-control' dogs proposedResidents 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 streetA man was threatened with a crossbow on Alfred Street, Tower Hamlets.
New rules to tackle 'out-of-control' dogs proposedResidents 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 streetA man was threatened with a crossbow on Alfred Street, Tower Hamlets.
Three charged with murder of Joshua McLean, 31, shot dead in Tower Hamlets parkThree men charged with the murder of Joshua McLean in Tower Hamlets park.
Tower Hamlets has worst recycling rate in EnglandTower 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, E2Virginia Park reflects a rich historical transformation from poor housing to a simple urban park, representing London’s past and urban redevelopment efforts.
'Tower Hamlets is brilliant': East Londoners reject Paul Scully's 'no-go areas' commentsParts 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 UKTower 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.
Man in life-threatening condition after falling from heightA man fell from a height in Tower Hamlets and is in a life-threatening condition.
Tower Hamlets has worst recycling rate in EnglandTower 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, E2Virginia Park reflects a rich historical transformation from poor housing to a simple urban park, representing London’s past and urban redevelopment efforts.
'Tower Hamlets is brilliant': East Londoners reject Paul Scully's 'no-go areas' commentsParts 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 UKTower 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.
Man in life-threatening condition after falling from heightA man fell from a height in Tower Hamlets and is in a life-threatening condition.
Homeless families to be placed beyond Home CountiesTower Hamlets Council has extended the placement of homeless families to areas beyond the Home Counties, raising concerns from opposition councillors.
Yet another fire in east London as high rise evacuatedA 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 HamletsLondon 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 evacuatedA 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 HamletsLondon Fire Brigade received multiple calls about a fire incident in a residential area in Tower Hamlets, with no injuries reported.
Westferry Printworks flats plan set for approvalTower 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 HamletsTwo men charged with murder and drug possession following fatal stabbing in Tower Hamlets
Extra police patrols to continue in east London boroughThe Metropolitan Police will maintain a heightened presence in Tower Hamlets following rumored riots.
There aren't any no-go areas' in Tower Hamlets, only years of government neglect | LetterSenior Conservative's claim of no-go areas in Tower Hamlets refuted as untrue and divisiveTower Hamlets's challenges attributed to economic mismanagement and prejudice, not closed communities
Tower Hamlets to take down Palestinian flags from its buildingsMayor of Tower Hamlets announced removal of Palestinian flags from council-owned infrastructureFlags 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 | LetterSenior Conservative's claim of no-go areas in Tower Hamlets refuted as untrue and divisiveTower Hamlets's challenges attributed to economic mismanagement and prejudice, not closed communities
Tower Hamlets to take down Palestinian flags from its buildingsMayor of Tower Hamlets announced removal of Palestinian flags from council-owned infrastructureFlags seen as symbols of solidarity by some but causing distress to Jewish residents
Tower Hamlets has worst household recycling rate in EnglandTower 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.