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East London And West Essex Guardian

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Are claims of a 'London exodus' exaggerated?
Experts have questioned a series of reports warning of an exodus from London.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:36:52 +0000
Lowest hygiene rated chicken shops in Redbridge
Redbridge's chicken shops have the second worst hygiene ratings in the capital.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:21:20 +0000
Redbridge Council's to build 900 homes in Ilford Town Centre
Provisional plans to build 900 homes in Ilford Town Centre have taken another step towards becoming a reality.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:16:49 +0000
Crime: Police execute series of drugs raids across UK
Police seized heroin, cocaine, crack cocaine and £150,000 in cash in a series of early morning raids spanning from east London to Aberdeen.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Londoners hit hardest by unemployment as rate set to rise
Londoners have been hit hardest by the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, with unemployment predicted to rise.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 17:04:41 +0000
London marks anniversary of first national lockdown
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan today marked the anniversary of the first national lockdown by planting the final two trees in the London Blossom Garden.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000
The East London house once considered one of Europe's finest
A palace that stood for 100 years on what is now Wanstead Golf Course before being completely dismantled in 1824 is being brought back to life thanks to a new book.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 13:04:39 +0000
Plan to build on Ilford disabled student parking approved
Redbridge councillors backed controversial plans to build two blocks of flats on disabled parking at a college - despite previously turning down almost identical plans.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 12:06:26 +0000
Calls grow for cladding taskforce to tackle crisis
The Mayor of London has been urged to set up a taskforce to tackle the cladding crisis in London as thousands remain trapped in unsafe homes.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:08:52 +0000
'Serious concerns' at private Redbridge children's home
A privately-owned Redbridge children’s home has conducted an “internal investigation” after reports of children not having enough food and running away.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Man spent months struggling to pay mother's council tax debt
A man desperate to pay off his vulnerable mother’s unpaid council tax says Waltham Forest Council threatened her with legal action but would not take his money.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan on course for historic victory as election looms
Sadiq Khan could be on course for a historic victory in the London Mayoral election with just 45 days to go until polls open.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Boris Johnson refuses to intervene in Walthamstow tower block plan
The current Prime Minister was accused of breaking an election promise ten years ago this week.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0000
Developer trying again to build on Mont Rose College parking
Redbridge Council may take enforcement action over 'unlawful' disabled parking spaces on a college site that a developer hopes to build flats on.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000
Third of outer east London care staff refusing Covid vaccine
More than a third of staff in old people’s care homes across outer east London are refusing the Covid vaccine, the latest NHS data reveals.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:01:29 +0000
Sadiq Khan launches £6 million plan to prevent economic hit
Up to 114,000 jobs could be at risk in central London by 2023 despite a “best-case scenario” economic recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a new study.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:12:22 +0000
Boris Johnson 'under no illusions' third Covid wave heading to UK
Boris Johnson said people should be "under no illusions" a third coronavirus wave is heading to the UK.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:56:14 +0000
All adults could be asked to test themselves twice a week for Covid
More regular testing is regarded as a key to avoiding further national lockdowns.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:43:35 +0000
If you have these side effects from AstraZeneca Covid jab 'seek medical attention'
As a precautionary measure, the MHRA is advising those experiencing specific side effects following the vaccine to seek medical attention.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 14:49:53 +0000
Teen charged with murder after fatal stabbing of Hussain Chaudhry
A man has been charged over the death of 18-year-old Hussain Chaudhry, who was fatally stabbed in Walthamstow on Wednesday.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
The former Loughton pub run by Essex and Surrey cricketer
Pictured above is the old King’s Head pub in Loughton just prior to being demolished in 1901 to make way for the new pub you see today.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000
Sarah Everard: A step change in society and education is needed
Like millions of Londoners, my thoughts are with Sarah Everard’s family and loved ones at this time.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 18:30:00 +0000
Netflix reveals a quick new way to search for films
Netflix have released a new way to search for movies quickly.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 17:30:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl middle aisles: What's available from Sunday, March 21?
Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores from Sunday, March 21 2021.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
The threats posed to women by men is an issue for us all
The threats posed to women by men are not going to be solved by passing more laws.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 16:30:00 +0000
Here's why you can’t choose which Covid vaccine you get
Here are the reasons why you are unable to choose which coronavirus vaccine you are given.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 13:20:15 +0000
Hussain Chaudhry: Teenager arrested on suspicion of murder
A teenager has been arrested over the death of 18-year-old Hussain Chaudhry, who was fatally stabbed in east London on Wednesday.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000
London's red buses from 1950s to 1980s pictured in East London
If you were asked to name the three methods of transport synonymous with London the chances are you would pick a black cab, the Underground and a red bus.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000
De Havilland Mosquito's widespread links with London and South East
A charity aiming to build the first airworthy De Havilland Mosquito in the UK for more than 70 years wants to hear from people that have connections to the marque or might have stories to recall from family members of their involvement in building...

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
A road in Chingford, East London before it became a shopping centre
Pictured at the top of this page is Old Church Road in Chingford c1925 at the junction with Hall Lane before Albert Crescent was built in the early 1930s.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Many Londoners unable to access fire risk assessments
The majority of Londoners are not able to access fire risk assessments for their homes, a new study has found.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Covid-19 cases, death and vaccine tracker
A new online tool collates every single Covid-19 statistic into a single site.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000
The Wall beats The Wheel in lockdown TV gameshow war
It has been a difficult time for the creative industry. Many jobbing actors and TV ‘personalities’ have struggled to find work. C listers were no doubt rubbing their hands with glee once a firm offer for an appearance on I’m a Celebrity came th...

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Harlow MP speaks out following murder of Sarah Everard
Many people in Harlow will have been deeply moved by Sarah Everard’s tragic murder. My heart goes out to her family and friends at this difficult time.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 18:23:51 +0000
Walthamstow teen Hussain Chaudhry 'died in mother’s arms'
A teenager died in his “mother’s arms” after he was stabbed in the neck defending his family from thieves, his friends and relatives said.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:57:34 +0000
Walthamstow fatal stabbing: attackers left shoe and phone
Attackers who killed an 18-year-old outside his home over a designer jacket left a shoe and one dropped a phone as they fled the scene, a friend said today.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000
Earlier lockdown could have prevented London bus driver deaths
An earlier national lockdown at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic could have prevented the deaths of London bus drivers, a new report has found.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:14:45 +0000
TfL emergency funding extended until May
The Government’s emergency funding deal for TfL will be extended until mid-May, the Transport Secretary has revealed.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 09:35:33 +0000
Walthamstow stabbing: Teen was defending family business
A teenage law student was stabbed to death protecting protecting his family business from knife-wielding thugs.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
King George and Queen's Hospital 'bottom of the league' for A&E waits
A&E performance at King George Hospital and Queen’s Hospital is getting even worse, with six out of ten patients with major emergencies waiting more than four hours in January.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:30:00 +0000
Ilford-based London Healthcare Locums benefits from NatWest loan
The effects of the coronavirus pandemic on the economy have been severe and far-reaching but many people would not expect a business that supplies healthcare professionals to have suffered as well. Like a host of different organisations though, Londo...

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 12:07:50 +0000
Sports fans could return to stadiums with covid certificates
Covid certificates could be introduced to allow sports fans and theatre goers to return to large events and stadiums, according to the Culture Secretary.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:36:06 +0000
Households could face £1000 fine for failing to do Census
The Money Saving Expert warns every household in England and Wales that they face a £1000

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Councillors seek expert advice on reducing Whipps Cross beds
Councillors are “simply not buying” claims a new hospital will be able to support a growing population with fewer beds.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Sadiq Khan says don't rule out cashless Tube stations
Cash payments may not be accepted at Tube stations in the future as Mayor of London Sadiq Khan refuses to rule out withdrawing the option.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 14:37:03 +0000
Waltham Forest Covid-19 vaccine centres open
Two new vaccine centres opened their doors to residents this week.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:47:15 +0000
Walthamstow man charged by police probing car theft
A Walthamstow man has been charged in connection with the theft and fraudulent sale of at least 70 high-value vehicles.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:03:00 +0000
Abusive husband who killed wife was mental health nurse
An inquest has revealed that the abusive husband who killed a “popular” Queen’s Hospital midwife was working as a mental health nurse at the time.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 09:22:11 +0000
18-year-old stabbed and killed in Walthamstow
An 18-year-old man was stabbed in his neck and killed yesterday in Walthamstow.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 17:12:53 +0000
London Mayor election to use first past the post from 2024
Future London Mayoral elections will be decided by the first past the post (FPTP) voting system under new plans revealed by Priti Patel.



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