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Council won’t use £19m emergency government loan until ‘absolutely necessary’
The Labour-led council is set to ask for the eight-figure loan from the government, referred to as ‘exceptional financial support’ (EFS), in April to help balance its budget
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Green Party leader Zack Polanski says he may stand in Walthamstow at next election
Walthamstow has been held by the Labour and Co-operative Party MP Stella Creasy since 2010
Khan calls out Man Utd owner’s ‘offensive rhetoric’ and backs campaign to bring Londoners together
Mayor admits hate crime rates are still "too high" in the capital but wants to help Londoners "break bread" together
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Employment in Waltham Forest down 0.7%
According to the latest Office for National Statistics data, payroll headcount is down 964 year-on-year (November 2024 vs 2025)
TfL accused of ‘resting on its laurels’ over needs of disabled Londoners
The London Assembly's transport committee spent months investigating the barriers faced by London’s 1.2 million-strong disabled population
New South Chingford community hub to open in April
Once refurbished and opened in April, the Burnside Avenue venue will host tai chi, yoga and ballroom dancing, as well as play groups, youth clubs and karate
Higham Hill alleyway transformed by animated mural of fox
The alleyway between Clarence Road and Gloucester Road has been revitalised with a hand-painted mural, pollinator-friendly planters and augmented reality animations
Problems with shared ownership a ‘particular issue’ in London, admits housing minister
Assembly members have warned such 'affordable' homes often face high interest rate mortgage payments and unregulated service charges
Assembly member urges rethink on Met’s use of facial recognition technology
The Metropolitan Police has recently stepped up its use of the technology at large public events in London, including at last year’s Notting Hill Carnival
Faiza Shaheen backed political group to field candidates in May local election
Chingford & Woodford Green Community Independents (CWGCI) will stand candidates in two Waltham Forest wards on 6th May
Council unveils plans for new SEND school site in Walthamstow
The proposed site is a council-owned building currently occupied by Chapel End Early Years Centre on Brookscroft Road, and it is set to host up to 100 children
Council paid out £274k in compensation to residents in 2024/25
Successful complaints during the 2024/25 financial year cost Waltham Forest £274,850
Nationwide gives £175 free cash to 40,000 customers and offer is 'still running'
More than 40,000 customers have been paid Nationwide’s £175 switch bonus in the last three months, making it one of the best bank switch offers for 2026
MPs urged to review HMRC Personal Allowance tax threshold for pensioners
MPs have been urged to re-examine plans to double the personal tax allowance for pensioners after more than 104,000 signed an official petition
£2 flights go on sale today - how to grab British Airways’ summer Avios-only deals
British Airways has launched £2 flights to Madrid and Toulon for summer 2026 today. Here’s how to book the Avios-only reward seats before they sell out.
Amazon launches new Fire TV app with more than 4,000 games on selected devices
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW app launched on selected Amazon Fire TV devices on Thursday (February 12).
Principal who led college to 'outstanding' status to step down
Janet Gardner OBE to retire as Waltham Forest College principal and CEO in August 2026 after leading it from financial intervention to Ofsted ‘outstanding’ status.
LIVE updates as Elizabeth line hit by SEVERE delays in morning rush hour
The Elizabeth line is facing serious delays as commuters travel to work this morning. Live updates here.
UK delivery company closes down after 14 years affecting Evri customers
Delivery company Parcel & Post ceased trading on January 26, which is now having an impact on Evri customers - see why.
This ‘authentic’ London pizzeria has just been ranked the 3rd best in the world
Short Road Pizza has been named the third-best pizza in the world for pizza. Find out why.