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Food Banks: does one size fit all?
“I WOULD love to go to a Food Bank.” There were the words of a Tory Government Minister, speaking on the radio a couple of years ago. “All that free food. People are really lucky and they don’t appreciate it.” Fortunately, we don’t have to put up with the ignorance and prejudice of Tory ...
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Two jailed for abuse: but are more children at risk?
A WOMAN from Tower Hamlets and a man from Brixton were jailed this week on several counts related to child abuse. And now police have asked the public to come forward if they have any concerns about the man’s behaviour with any other children. It’s a complicated story and, to protect a child who...
Video shows shocking moment patient spits in face of London paramedic
Body-worn camera footage shows assaults on London paramedics, highlighting the dangers they face daily and how cameras help secure justice for victims.
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Ilford woman killed in crash 'outside her front door'
A woman killed in a road crash in Eastern Avenue, Ilford, has been named at East London Coroner's Court as Razia Hussain.
Household water bills to rise by from April next year
The increase is significantly higher than the expected average rise of around £20 a year per household
Neighbours concerned after plans to charge visitors for parking near park revealed
Neighbours fear that plans to charge for parking near Wanstead Park will “harm” vulnerable people.
Spy cop: 'I shared single bed with young activist but didn't have sex with her'
South London spy cop turned Tory politician Andrew Coles has told the Undercover Policing Inquiry he did not have sex with a 19-year-old activist.
Every London Underground line and stations closed this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground and Elizabeth Line services for the upcoming weekend and don't be caught out by any changes.
The Ilford primary school 'which successfully encourages pupils to be their best'
Ofsted inspectors have found evidence of "significant improvements" at an Ilford primary school.
£35,000 of jewellery and cash stolen in Chadwell Heath home burglaries
£35,000 worth of jewellery and cash was stolen in home burglaries in Chadwell Heath.
'Police who put me here are a disgrace' - Life prisoner speaks from his cell
Jason Moore, serving life for a murder he insists he didn't commit, speaks about Christmas behind bars and the new evidence he hopes will set him free.
Busy London station evacuated and cordoned off after ‘suspicious package’ found
A busy train station in London has been evacuated after what was thought to be a "suspicious package" was found.
Boy among three arrested as man injured after 'alkaline attack' at Winter Wonderland
A 22-year-old man has been taken to hospital after a suspected chemical attack at Winter Wonderland.
Faith, Climate, Recycling: the Summit 2024
HOW DO we see our future? Local politicians and faith-based communities have a great deal in common when it comes to answering that question – as they found out at the recent Faith in Environment Summit 2024. The Summit was held at the London Muslim Centre – hosted by the East London Mosque and ...
Lines reopen at major London station after police incident sparks evacuation
Lines at London Liverpool Street have reopened after customers were made to evacuate during a police incident.
Ilford estate agent who brutally attacked woman in her own home jailed
An estate agent from Ilford has been jailed after he brutally attacked a sex worker in her own home, leaving her with a broken nose and other injuries.
Two people in hospital after emergency services flock to scene of crash
Two people are in hospital following a crash that saw Barkingside High Street swarmed and shut off by emergency services.
Ilford Business Awards 2024 winners announced
More than 300 people attended the 2024 Ilford Business Awards to celebrate local businesses.
Man struck by train at underground station as busy tube lines remain affected
A man has died after being struck by a train at Aldgate East underground station.
'Outrageous' Thames Water loan proposal sparks court protest
Protestors gathered outside the Royal Courts of Justice this morning to stand against Thames Water's application for a £3 billion loan.