Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A new Fixing Factory has opened in Hackney, offering community-led electronic repairs to combat e-waste and promote sustainability through reuse initiatives. The “Fixing Factory” has been established in Hackney to increase the repair capacity and address the
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council will decide the future of eight primary schools next week, with plans to close or merge six more after four closures last summer. As the capital’s birth rate continues to decline, eight half-empty primary schools
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Youth Parliament urges the council to halt further cuts to youth services, warning of the impact on young people and the community’s future. Six representatives from the junior political group attended the cabinet meeting at Town
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council is set to take control of the leisure centres, saving hundreds of thousands annually. The move marks a significant shift in management strategy. The Town Hall has modified its agreement with Greenwich Leisure Ltd, also
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council launches public consultation, seeking families’ input on future education strategy, aiming to shape borough top priorities for next three years. By completing a brief form by March 30th, 2025, parents and caregivers from all of
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council launches public consultation on future transport plans, seeking resident input on travel initiatives after success in reducing carbon footprint. In order to make travel around the borough safer, greener, and healthier, the council has implemented
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney school streets suffer vandalism, raising safety fears among parents and teachers; authorities condemn ‘mindless’ attacks on road restrictions. 22 cases of illegal damage to school street infrastructure have been documented since last June, according to a
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council reduces £67m budget gap with central government aid, despite criticism over ongoing service cuts, says Mayor Caroline Woodley. Following a “careful use of reserves” and a cash infusion from last year’s local government finance settlement,
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Proposals for 115-119 Wallis Road include 337 co-living homes and a base for Hackney Wick & Fish Island Community Development Trust (HWFI CDT) to preserve local culture. Hackney Wick’s recently approved housing and workspace plans have received
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Palestine Action supports action against Hackney Council over alleged complicity in Israel’s Gaza genocide, as activists call for accountability. Anonymous activists escalated the situation and covered Hackney Town Hall in blood-red paint after years of local struggle
