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Leyton depot bus drivers confirm four strike dates in February
Unite union members at the Lea Interchange Bus Garage in Leyton are set to strike on 6th, 7th, 20th and 21st February over alleged 'bullying' and 'union busting' by Stagecoach
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Waltham Forest extends leases on temporary homes in bid to save money
Having agreed to extend their leases from between three and five years to ten years and one day, Waltham Forest says it will now be eligible for a 100% subsidy on costs
Khan accused of ‘cherry picking’ crime stats and ‘gaslighting’ Londoners
Last week the London mayor boasted that the capital now had the lowest murder rate on record
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Tackle knife crime with better mental health support and more school counsellors, report says
Waltham Forest’s Community Safety Partnership and the Safeguard Children Board has published a series of recommendations amid rising knife crime in the borough
Local Palestine group slams council for role in ‘shutting down’ controversial 7th October talk
Waltham Forest Palestine Solidarity Campaign had been due to hold a talk 'debunking mainstream narratives' about the 7th October attacks with the Electronic Intifada journalist Asa Winstanley in Walthamstow earlier this month
New centre for families dealing with separation and conflict opens its doors
Tiny Hearts Family Contact Services opens in Ilford, offering supervised contact, safeguarding, and emotional support for children and families going through separation and conflict.
Chaos as mouse spotted running around the Ritz as guests enjoy afternoon tea
The Ritz London has launched an investigation after diners spotted a mouse running around the restaurant.
London's best and worst train stations have been revealed - Do you agree?
A travel expert has named the best and worst train stations in London. Do you agree with the ranking?
New Italian restaurant serving rustic, heartfelt dishes opening in London
Tiella Trattoria and Bar will open in Bethnal Green in January and has been praised by The Good Food Guide.
Two stabbed in one horrifically violent day across London
Two people have been stabbed in horrifically violent attacks across London in just one day during the weekend.
A beloved brand providing delicious, sustainable seafood
A beloved brand providing delicious, sustainable seafood.
Will you be able to see Northern Lights in the UK tonight? Aurora Borealis returns
The Northern Lights could be be visible across parts of the UK again tonight (January 20) following Monday's Aurora Borealis display - see where
Brazen overnight burglary at east London court being probed by police
Police are investigating after East London Coroner's Court was burgled overnight.
The major road closures in Epping Forest and Harlow over the next 18 months
Essex County Council announces major road closures and creation of clearways across Epping Forest and Harlow in 2026 for essential roadworks.
HMRC data shows house sales 8 per cent up as average house prices increase by £10k
Rightmove said the £9,893 average asking price increase is the biggest for the month of January in its 25 years of house price studies as the number of sales also jumps
Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's and Morrisons to pay customers to return bottles and cans
Customers will be able to get money back on bottles and cans under new government rules to reduce waste at supermarkets and convenience stores.
'Very rare' Royal Mint 50p sells for 64 times face value because of this one error
The 'very rare' Royal Mint 50p coin has sold for 64 times its face value because of one error
Starbucks new limited-edition range including designer dog coats, T-shirts and cups
Starbucks has a new limited-edition range of merchandise, including a K-Way waterproof jacket, a pair of Nordica skis, and a dog puffer jacket developed with Poldo Dog Couture.
Ambulance volunteers to go to life-threatening emergencies near their own homes
London Ambulance Service launches first Community First Responder volunteer recruitment drive. No medical experience needed—help save lives in London.
Brooklyn Beckham 'doesn't want to reconcile with family' as he breaks silence on feud
Brooklyn Beckham publicly accuses parents David and Victoria of family rift, claims “Brand Beckham” pressured his marriage to Nicola and personal life.