Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Hackney landlord has failed to overturn a court order requiring him to repay thousands in rent for operating an unlicensed house in multiple occupations. Four private tenants who had occupied an ex-council apartment on George Downing
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council has rejected plans for two new houses in multiple occupation after residents raised concerns about crime, safety, and poor living conditions in the area. On Wednesday, November 5, the Hackney Council’s Planning Committee was scheduled
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council is projected to spend nearly £40m on temporary workers this year as it struggles to recruit and retain specialist employees. According to financial reports released by Hackney Council last month, the local government anticipates spending
Hackney bus antisemitic attack investigated
Hackney protests Baxter’s Court closure.
Hackney Museum spotlights hair-diversity campaign
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council seeks contractor for £150m regeneration scheme, delivering 341 new homes, including 90 social rent units, on De Beauvoir Estate in east London. On 10 underutilized infill sites on the De Beauvoir Estate, 341 new dwellings
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lidl is set to open in Stamford Hill, Hackney, early next year, bringing new retail options and jobs to the community, amid growing demand for discount stores. When Sainsbury’s left in February, there were questions about the
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Devastating fire ravages block of flats in Pictures revealed for Bethnal Green flats fire in Hackney Hackney, causing extensive damage. Emergency services respond to the blaze. At 6:57 a.m. today (October 18), the London Fire Brigade received
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Douglas McMaster has announced the closure of Silo, his acclaimed zero-waste restaurant in Hackney, marking the end of a pioneering sustainable dining era. The venture was founded in Brighton eleven years ago by Douglas McMaster and moved
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 1930s bath house in Hackney Wick will stay open as a not-for-profit, after a sauna company stepped in to manage the historic community landmark. Before opening more locations throughout London, the social company Community Sauna Baths
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Mossbourne Community Academy in Hackney, part of the Mossbourne Federation, ranked fifth nationally in The Telegraph’s 2025 list of top non-selective schools. GCSE results in EBacc courses, such as English, math, science, a language, and either geography
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council has approved the final phases of the Woodberry Down regeneration masterplan despite objections raised by local residents. Berkeley Homes was given conditional outline planning permission, subject to conditions, for the project’s final phases by Hackney
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A test purchasing operation in Hackney found many retailers illegally selling nicotine vapes to under-18s, sparking renewed calls for stricter enforcement. A 16-year-old volunteer participated in 44 test attempts over the course of three days, with 27
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Fox pub in Hackney is reopening seven years after a failed flat conversion left the building abandoned and branded an ‘eyesore’ by residents. Following a protracted restoration and cleanup effort, the Fox in Dalston has welcomed
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney’s Year 6 pupils have delivered outstanding 2025 KS2 SATs results, placing the borough joint first in England in provisional rankings. According to recently published data from the Department for Education, 76 percent of Hackney students achieved
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney juice bar Faith in Nature’s Juices has been refused permission for four outdoor tables, with the owner calling the council’s decision “ridiculous.” The proprietor of Hackney‘s Faith in Nature’s Juices claimed that after waiting years for
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Young mum Kennedi was strangled by her cannabis-addict boyfriend in a brutal car killing in Hackney, sparking outrage and calls for justice. In a horrific eight-minute assault, Gogoa Tape, 28, killed charity worker Kennedi Westcarr-Sabaroche by throttling
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hassan Cevik, 31, accused of fatally stabbing a father and son at their family business in South London, begged for bail in his first Old Bailey hearing. During his video connection appearance from HMP Thameside in Greenwich,
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council is running a holiday programme with free meals and activities for children eligible for free school meals during school holidays. The nonprofit The National Lottery has awarded Hackney School of Food funds for family-friendly events.
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council plans to reduce e-bike fares and fine cycle hire firms £80 per bike for dangerously parked rides to improve safety on east London streets. In order to make renting electric bikes more accessible for locals,
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council faces warnings over school behaviour policies deemed damaging and allegedly racist, prompting scrutiny from community leaders and experts. Hackney-based education and wellness organizations informed their local council Wednesday night that they were “sickened” with the
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney councillor brands the Labour Party “rotten” following Diane Abbott’s suspension, triggering sharp local criticism and sparking political backlash. Abbott lost the Labour whip yesterday for the second time in two years. Abbott has been the representative
Hackney (Parliament Politics Megazine) – London’s nightlife is improving with help from the Mayor, Hackney Council, and a Nightlife Taskforce. Main plans are like “Hackney Nights” and “Good Evening Hackney” boost safety and inclusivity. Councillor Susan Fajana-Thomas leads efforts. As Loti News
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Hackney-based Salvation Army church launches a clothing upcycling project, urging the community to repurpose second-hand clothes and reduce textile waste. The initiative was just started by Hackney, Mare Street Salvation Army in an effort to recycle
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council faces accusations of legal violation after flying a trans-inclusive Pride flag outside its town hall, drawing mixed reactions from the public. Since summer 2020, Hackney London Borough Council has raised the Pride flag in February
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council confirms a new supermarket will replace the former Stamford Hill Sainsbury’s, ensuring continued local access to essential food retail services. Following the store’s closure in February, residents wrote to Hackney North and Stoke Newington MP
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney’s mayor says the borough is tackling financial pressures head-on amid mounting concerns over the perilous state of local government finances in England. According to a new analysis released on Wednesday, central government plans to support local
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A meticulously restored Georgian house dating back to 1792 in Hackney has been listed for sale at £2.1 million, highlighting its rare period features. For the prospective purchasers of this meticulously restored Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse on
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council will consult on proposed additional and selective landlord licensing schemes aimed at improving housing standards and tenant protections. Despite receiving no exposure, the decision was taken during a Cabinet meeting on April 28, 2025. The
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A Fellows Court tenant criticizes Hackney Council’s “unacceptable” security measures after a BMW parked outside the block had its windscreen smashed. On suspicion of causing criminal damage, a 22-year-old woman was taken into custody following the incident
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A disabled man in Hackney trapped in his flat for months blasts his landlord over prolonged rehousing delays, calling his living conditions a “nightmare.” Malcolm Cripps, a wheelchair user, requested a relocation from his third-floor housing association
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council has unveiled architects’ designs for five new infill council housing projects across the borough, aiming to boost local affordable housing. Haworth Tompkins, Al-Jawad Pike, NOOMA Studio, Archio, and Citizens Design Bureau created the projects. A
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council launches an electric car club pilot with Zipcar and Zest, introducing 15 EVs and 70 fast chargers to boost clean, accessible transport options. As reported by Hackney, with more than £1 million funded by the
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A 22-year-old man was shot on Hackney street. Police are searching for the suspect as investigations continue into the violent incident. As reported by My London, at approximately 9:20 p.m., he was attacked on Homerton Road, a
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney’s pioneering sustainable food school celebrates milestone growth, cementing its role as a leader in eco-conscious culinary education and training. As reported by Hackney Citizen, in an effort to give every child in the borough a “seed
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Protesters gathered in Hackney under the ‘We Demand Change’ banner, urging a shift in government priorities from military spending to welfare investment. As reported by Socialist Worker, in Hackney, east London, a protest against austerity raged on
Hackney (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Hackney Council is launching a public consultation on proposals to regulate the majority of private landlords, citing concerns over housing standards. Regarding plans to require private landlords throughout the entire borough to obtain a permit before they
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’s mayor aims to achieve official Borough of Sanctuary status by 2026, reinforcing its commitment to welcoming refugees and migrants into the community. In response to inquiries last Thursday, April 10, Caroline Woodley listed her goals for
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
