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Wizz Air will be first European low-cost airline to offer internet onboard
Texts and calls could soon be possible in the sky as Wizz Air becomes the first budget airline to launch in-flight internet.
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John Healey resigns as Defence Secretary with 'great regret and reluctance'
Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, he revealed on social media, through a letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Lammas School in Leyton could close amid falling pupil numbers
The secondary has said it may shut as soon as August 2027 amid "sustained reductions in intake” which has contributed to a fall in funding
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All the latest planning applications submitted to Waltham Forest Council
Below is a summary of the most recent planning activity from Waltham Forest Council this week.
Soho Theatre Walthamstow welcomed 130,000 visitors in first year of being open
Since opening in May 2025, the 960‑seat theatre has staged over 100 shows spanning comedy, theatre, cabaret and music
Morrisons launches AI-powered trolleys trial but shoppers have spotted a major flaw
The trolleys are already in use at major retailers in the US, including Kroger, Aldi, and Coles, but this is the first time the technology has been trialled in the UK.
BBC announces future of iconic show up in the air as Christmas special axed
The 2026 Christmas special of Doctor Who will no longer go ahead despite being announced last year.
Woodford veterinary college launches wellbeing space
A new wellbeing space has been introduced at Goddard Veterinary Nursing College in Woodford, to support students in their studies.
Gordon Ramsay to bury hatchet with Marcus Wareing on brand new BBC cookery show
Marcus Wareing and Gordon Ramsay are teaming up for a brand new cookery show.
Grant will help London's homeless rebuild their lives in hospitality
A grant of £8,000 awarded by London Freemasons, has been given to Only A Pavement Away, a charity that works with people experiencing homelessness.
How a £10,000 donation is helping keep a crucial London charity operational
A £10,000 donation has been awarded to London Search and Rescue (LonSAR) by London Freemasons, to go towards covering operational expenses.
Thug posed as government official to rob couple at Woodford Green home
Johnny Boy Doherty, 26, of High Street, Feltham, was sentenced to eight years and three months for his role in a robbery at a home in Woodford Green in January.
Leytonstone café has license reinstated after successful court appeal
The licence for Café Lounge, in Church Lane, had been revoked by Waltham Forest Council in April 2025 after immigration officers arrested four people without the right to work during a raid
Six sets of twins raise £4k for children’s hospice Haven House
The twins were among around 300 walkers who took part in this year's Sparkle Walk, helping to raise vital funds for the Woodford-Green based hospice
Council to switch to new parking system from July
Residents will not be able to buy or renew permits on Monday 29th or Tuesday 30th June before the council migrates from RingGo to new parking system MiPermit on Wednesday 1st July
TfL urged to utilise new powers to curb ‘nuisance’ e-bike parking
A newly-passed law has handed sweeping licensing powers to TfL to create a single city-wide regulatory framework for dockless e-bike operators
EastEnders fans 'to see new character' help Chelsea in Walford next week
A new character is reportedly joining the EastEnders cast next week and will help Chelsea financially.
Waltham Forest Feel Good Centre gym to get £250k facelift
The upgraded gym will be fully available to members from the end of June
Green council faces increasing costs to maintain cultural spaces, libraries, and parks
A new report lays bare the challenges facing the new administration's bid to keep the borough's cultural services and libraries up to standard
Half of Gen Zs have started their own business
Half of Gen Zs have started their own business ranging from side hustles to fully-fledged companies - the most of any generation.