Demands for inquiry into school transport ‘chaos’
Russell Hargrave reports on the latest problems with the council’s new school transport policy Angry parents are demanding that...
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TfL wants to axe bus service
Transport for London (TfL) launches consultation on closure of one of borough’s most popular bus routes, reports James Cracknell...
Waste not, want not
Environmental group launches project to reduce food waste in Leytonstone A solar-powered fridge is helping Leytonstone residents stop food...
Financial review published
Long-awaited external review shows how well council is managing its budget A review of Waltham Forest Council’s finances concludes...
Human rights activists face trial
Report by James Cracknell Three activists from Walthamstow are among 15 due to stand trial after they blocked a...
Campaigners consider library bid after sell-off confirmed
Residents campaigning to save a library in Walthamstow are considering a community bid to buy the building. A demonstration...
Campaign to save town square’s trees
A row of mature trees threatened by The Mall’s redevelopment has become the focus for local campaigners, writes James...
School transport row deepens
Council cuts budget for vulnerable children, writes Russell Hargrave Waltham Forest Council has denied cutting provision of school transport...
Libraries decision called into question
Council wants Wood Street Library to be sold and relocated, reports James Cracknell The decision by Waltham Forest Council...
Bringing it home
Former Chingford schoolboy given ‘freedom of borough’ after winning World Cup Golden Boot Harry Kane’s former PE teacher has...