Updated designs for Whipps Cross have been unveiled “More single rooms and garden terraces” planned – but 51 beds still to be lost, new proposal shows. Report...
Local food bank founders win Prime Minister’s award Highams Park Food Aid founders Tracey and Peter Rodgers have been awarded the Prime Minister’s Points of Light Award....
Parents lose High Court case over SEND cuts Disappointment for campaigners against cuts to special needs budget, reports Victoria Munro, Local Democracy Reporter An attempt by Waltham...
Councillors agree tax rise following budget debate Council tax rise of nearly 5% agreed, reports Victoria Munro, Local Democracy Reporter Waltham Forest Council has formally agreed...
Staff share fears as Leyton’s Oliver Road vaccination centre closes Several concerned staff members have spoken out over the decision to close Leyton’s vaccine hub – as bigger Walthamstow...
Rent rise for council tenants Higher rate will take effect from 5th April, reports Victoria Munro, Local Democracy Reporter Waltham Forest Council will increase...
Leytonstone estate regeneration backed by residents Avenue Road Estate redevelopment will go ahead next year after successful ballot of residents, reports Victoria Munro, Local Democracy...
New vaccine centres opening amid concerns over local roll-out Council and NHS leaders working to improve take-up of Covid-19 vaccine in Waltham Forest, reports Victoria Munro, Local Democracy...
Anger over on-street parking removal Council defends decision to ban street parking in residential area, reports Victoria Munro, Local Democracy Reporter Residents in eight...
Vaccinations taking place at mosque Drive to vaccinate elderly people yet to accept jab offers, reports Victoria Munro, Local Democracy Reporter A pop-up vaccination...