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Fri, 04 Jun 2021 07:32:00 +0100
Matt Hancock issues concerning update on plans to end lockdown on June 21
Mr Hancock said while nothing in the data suggests “we are definitively off track” with the UK Government’s plans to unlock England later this month.

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Aldi, Tesco and Asda - UK's cheapest supermarket revealed
Its latest win means the supermarket has maintained an unbeaten record since it was first included as a ‘guest retailer’ in the Grocer 33 in 2014.

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 17:25:32 +0100
Half a million Londoners still furloughed, new data reveals
More than half a million Londoners remain on furlough according to provisional data released today by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:10:26 +0100
City Hall marks fourth anniversary of London Bridge attack
City Hall has today paid tribute to the victims of the London Bridge terror attack as the capital marks the fourth anniversary of the tragic event.

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 07:32:00 +0100
Nando's is offering 50% for all over 65s for heartwarming reason
The campaign will allow all over-65s to dine 50% off at Nando’s from the 7- 9 of June and catch up with family over a PERi-PERi feast.

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Brits warned over false widow spider bites that could lead to hospitalisation
The species was first discovered in Britain more than 140 years ago, but the numbers have suddenly increased in recent decades.

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 18:07:20 +0100
Police investigating stabbing near Wanstead Flats in east London
Detectives are appealing for witnesses after a 35-year-old man was found with stab wounds.

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 15:46:24 +0100
Sadiq Khan announces plan for 'retrofit revolution'
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan today announced plans to tackle fuel poverty and the climate emergency by upgrading London’s social homes.

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:30:00 +0100
Teen football coach to run London marathon for grandad
An 18-year-old girl is taking on the London marathon to make her grandad proud.

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 11:21:00 +0100
Mum publishes children's book Margot and the Magical Plant
A mother-of-three hopes to sow the seeds of children's love for nature with her first book.

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 10:39:16 +0100
Brits to enjoy 'blockbuster' four-day Bank Holiday weekend to celebrate Queen
The Queen is the first British Monarch to celebrate the occasion having acceded to the throne on 6th February 1952.

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 07:31:00 +0100
Downing Street issues update on plans to end lockdown on June 21
Back in February, the Prime Minister announced a four-stage plan to end lockdown restrictions in England with the final stage just three weeks away.

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0100
5 tips for treating, soothing and healing your sunburn
Sunseekers flocked to parks and beaches to enjoy the sunny weather across the UK over Bank Holiday weekend.

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 17:00:28 +0100
Transport union slams 'disgraceful stitch up' TfL funding deal
A leading transport union has threatened London-wide industrial action over the Government’s “disgraceful” new funding package for TfL.

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:53:15 +0100
King George Hospital reopens service shut for eight months
King George Hospital will resume treating children’s emergencies overnight next week after stopping the service for eight months.

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:10:09 +0100
Redbridge boy missed months of school after council fault
A Redbridge mum claims her son missed six months of education because the council withdrew his school place the day before he was due to start.

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Memories of a historic East London pub reopening
The new owner of a Leytonstone pub was hoping it would be breath fresh life in the area as it prepared to reopen ten years ago this week.

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 12:28:56 +0100
Redbridge councillor of almost 30 years deselected
A Redbridge Conservative councillor of almost 30 years is “very disappointed” with the group’s leadership after being denied the chance to run next year.

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 12:04:27 +0100
Government agrees new £1 billion funding deal with TfL
The Government has today agreed a new £1.08 billion funding package for TfL that will extend financial support to December 11.

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 12:23:45 +0100
School days ‘to be extended’ and teachers to get pay rise under new plans
Ministers are considering a £15billion plan to help pupils make up for lost time in classrooms.

Mon, 31 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Team pictures from sports club in Epping Forest, East London and Essex
Sports clubs provide an opportunity for children and young people to learn skills that will help them in school and their future careers and personal lives.

Mon, 31 May 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Millions risk long-term damage to their hair by making 11 simple mistakes
Celebrity hair stylist Sarrah Hamid, has teamed up with Vitabiotics Perfectil to warn people of the damage they are causing to their hair.

Mon, 31 May 2021 13:00:00 +0100
30 things Brits wish could last longer
Things Brits would like to savour include a first kiss, the ‘newborn’ baby stage, time with the children – and Line of Duty.

Mon, 31 May 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Netflix announce new TV series and films coming in June
The streaming giant has released a whole host of new shows and movies coming in June.

Mon, 31 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
How a deed of variation can alter a last will and testament
A last will is not necessarily the final word on how an estate will devolve on the testator's death. It is possible to vary a testator's will through a deed of variation.

Sun, 30 May 2021 16:57:32 +0100
Households warned over 'aggressive spreading' bamboo
Householders are being urged to select and plant certain types of bamboo carefully to prevent the spread of invasive types that can damage properties.

Sun, 30 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Compare pictures of same location in Essex town 45 years apart
Taken 45 years apart, these photos from the same location show the changes in Loughton since the start of 20th century.

Sun, 30 May 2021 16:00:00 +0100
5 free things to do this Bank Holiday Monday
As travelling is still uncertain, and many choosing to stay local this bank holiday, how can we make the most of an extra day off?

Sun, 30 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100
8 UK driving laws you could be breaking this weekend
Experts predict that warmer temperatures are on the way this weekend which could bring risk to drivers.

Sun, 30 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
McDonald's announce amazing deals on popular items this half term
School’s out but the McDonald’s offers are in!

Sat, 29 May 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Nature is changing due to fluctuations in climate
The weather patterns recently have been odd for the time of year.

Sat, 29 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Pictures: See how streets have changed in East London
Trams returned to the streets of some parts of Greater London at the turn of this century after a near 50-year absence, but for many years they were the most popular method for getting around the capital.

Sat, 29 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
The former East London village pub well known for its dance hall
Pictured above is The Dun Cow at the bottom of Friday Hill in Chingford Hatch around 1905.

Sat, 29 May 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Meghan and Harry descend from royals to reality TV
We are all hypocritical in our own, less than alluring, ways. I often bleat on here about nasty comments made by simpletons online as they bully their way to infamy of sorts, yet, when the boot is on t’other foot, I am happy to give a bit back t...

Sat, 29 May 2021 15:00:00 +0100
A chance to shape the future of London and the economy after the pandemic
Now it looks like we are - at last - coming out of the pandemic, we need to think about what kind of London and what kind of economy we want post-pandemic.

Sat, 29 May 2021 14:00:00 +0100
10 job titles that bump up car insurance costs - is your job on the list?
Health workers get the worst deal, as the only sector with an average figure in excess of £500 a year. 

Sat, 29 May 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Aldi and Lidl announce the best bargains available this Bank Holiday weekend
We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in Aldi and Lidl this weekend.

Sat, 29 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Brits to enjoy warmer weather this weekend with 24C heatwave on the way
Experts predict that warmer weather is on the way, as temperatures are set to soar to 24C.

Sat, 29 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
NatWest issue urgent warning to all customers over cryptocurrency scam
The high street bank has said it has prevented millions of pounds from being sent to “crypto-criminals”.

Fri, 28 May 2021 14:53:18 +0100
How many people in east London have had Covid-19 vaccine
More than a quarter of people in Waltham Forest and a third of people in Redbridge have received two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine, figures reveal.

Fri, 28 May 2021 14:40:55 +0100
'Toxic Tesco towers' with more than 1,200 homes approved
Plans to build ‘toxic Tesco towers’ of more than 1,200 homes will go ahead but the delivery of a proposed new station entrance remains uncertain.

Fri, 28 May 2021 13:33:26 +0100
Man charged with murder following death of woman in Ilford
A man has been charged with murder following the death of a woman in Ilford.

Fri, 28 May 2021 12:09:03 +0100
Police appeal following Ilford rape and indecent exposure
A woman was raped and another flashed in Goodmayes in the space of little more than two weeks.

Fri, 28 May 2021 06:00:00 +0100
TfL introduces new pedestrian priority crossings
TfL has announced that pedestrians will be given priority at 18 road crossings in London as new upgrades are rolled out.

Fri, 28 May 2021 11:08:54 +0100
More than 100 cases of new Covid-19 'Thai variant' detected in the UK
Scientists will carry out laboratory tests to determine whether it reaches the threshold of being a variant of concern.

Fri, 28 May 2021 09:58:40 +0100
Boris Johnson warns Indian variant surge could delay June 21 lockdown plan
Cases of the variant have doubled in the last week sparking fresh concerns over stage four of Boris Johnson’s roadmap out of lockdown.

Fri, 28 May 2021 07:30:00 +0100
Brits have an ‘it won’t happen to me’ attitude to life – including Covid
More than one in 10 (13 per cent) have even ignored a symptom of an illness in the hope it would go away.

Fri, 28 May 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Aldi issue guidance to shoppers ahead of Bank Holiday weekend
The opening times of some stores may vary, so customers should check details on Aldi’s website before their trip.

Thu, 27 May 2021 17:17:43 +0100
No plans to replace beloved Walthamstow mural
There are no plans to replace a much-loved David Bowie mural washed off a Walthamstow bridge last year.

Thu, 27 May 2021 14:21:05 +0100
Report calls for rethink of permitted development rights
Local communities in London should be given more say over the future of high streets to prevent further decline, according to a new report.



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