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Remove Plastic from Your Fruit and Vegetables: Here’s Why It Matters for Your Health.
Eating more fruit and vegetables is one of the simplest ways to boost your health and wellbeing. But as we head to the supermarket, one thing becomes immediately clear: the majority of our produce is wrapped in heavy plastic. From organic apples to sweet long peppers, our fruit and vegetables sit on...
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Labour’s New Family Hub Funding A Boost For Havering.
Havering Council’s Cabinet announced on Wednesday 14 January that the St Kilda’s Children’s Centre in Eastern Road, Romford, would be the chief beneficiary of the Labour Government’s new Family Hub funding, with satellite projects coming to Harold Hill.
Havering Knife Bin Sees 271 Weapons Surrendered in Six Months.
Havering’s first ever ninja knife bin has already seen 271 knives and bladed items taken off the borough’s streets in its first six months
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Uncertainty Remains Around The Future Of Beam Park Station.
The Greater London Assembly Member for Havering and Redbridge- Keith Prince has once again raised serious concerns over the future of the long promised Beam Park Station after quizzing the Mayor of London at City Hall.
Recorded Crime Across Havering Has Fallen By Nearly 7%.
As we begin a new year, I want to speak directly to Havering residents to reflect on recent months and share important advice for the year ahead.
After Mr Rosindell’s Political Shift, What Now for Romford?.
In 2001 Andrew Rosindell became the Conservative Member of Parliament for Romford, winning a seat that had previously been Labour and reshaping the town’s political identity. Having already made his mark as a tireless Conservative councillor for Collier Row, Mr Rosindell was by far one of the hard...
‘It Is Clear To Me That Reform Is Now The Only Political Movement That Is Genuinely Willing To Fight For The Best Interests Of The UK’.
The Member of Parliament for Romford Andrew Rosindell MP- yesterday evening released a statement after becoming the seventh MP to
Exclusive: Andrew Rosindell MP Says Conservatives ‘Have Failed Romford And the Country’ As He Joins Reform.
Romford’s MP Andrew Rosindell has left the Conservative Party and defected to Reform, becoming the seventh Member of Parliament to do so. The decision marks a major political shift for Romford and brings to an end Mr Rosindell’s 45 year association with the Conservatives.
LATEST: Man in His 50s Arrested In Harold Hill After Claiming To Possess Explosives.
A man in his 50s was arrested on Thursday, 15 January in Redcar Road, Harold Hill, after claiming to be
Scope Out-Bringing Queer Creativity and Pride to Romford.
Kaleidoscope is currently the only dedicated LGBTQ+ space in Havering, providing monthly community meetups for locals aged 17-24, since it was established in 2022. The success of Kaleidoscope has now led to a new 5-month project aimed at providing a social and creative space for those aged 25+, fund...
“Despite Our Best Efforts The Council Remains In A Very Challenging Financial Position”-Havering’s Leader of the Council.
Councillor Ray Morgon shares his monthly column in the Havering Daily. Today, he talks about the difficulties Havering faces financially.
“The public Use of Glyphosate Represents An Urgent Health Crisis” : Havering Campaigners Demand Glyphosate Playground Ban.
A study launched this week by Pesticide Action Network UK (PAN UK) has found residues of the weedkiller glyphosate and its toxic breakdown product AMPA in English playgrounds raising serious concerns about children’s exposure to potentially harmful chemicals in public spaces.
Special Sport Report – FA Cup 3rd Round
In this week's football summary, Arsenal leads the Premier League, while the FA Cup saw Macclesfield's stunning win over Crystal Palace. Significant transfers and managerial changes occurred, and Newcastle defeated Bournemouth in a thrilling penalty shoot-out. Upcoming fixtures promise excitement.
Video: Armed Police In Harold Hill After Reports of Bomb Threats And Explosives: Man Arrested.
A man was arrested in Harold Hill yesterday following reports of what is believed to have been threats involving explosives.
How Social Media and Poor Communication Are Both Failing Police Officers.
Policing is one of the toughest professions in our society, and in today’s world, officers face scrutiny like never before. Social media has become the primary lens through which the public judges police actions. But too often, short clips uploaded online show only a fraction of an incident, missi...
Labour Councils Pledge to Protect Freedom Pass After Huge Backlash Across Havering
Labour councils across London have committed to defending the Freedom Pass in full after strong opposition to proposals that could
25 Million Took on Veganuary But Are We Getting Veganism Wrong? Debunking the Myths On Veganism.
New data shows that the “Veganuary” movement, which challenges people to eat only plant-based food throughout January, reached a record 25.8 million participants worldwide in 2025, a huge increase on previous years.
Council Survey Reveals Majority Believe Crime Is Getting Worse in Havering.
A new community safety survey has revealed growing concern among Havering residents, with nearly half saying they feel unsafe in their own neighbourhoods and the majority believing crime is getting worse across the borough.
Crackdown in Romford As Over 500 Arrests Made by Town Centre Police in 2025
Officers from the Havering Police's Romford Town Centre Team have worked very hard throughout 2025 showing their professionalism, commitment to commuters, visitors, businesses and residents of Romford Town Centre. The teams have shown that they clearly make a difference to the safety of Romford.
Has A Solution to The Launders Lane Fires Been Found? Margaret Mullane MP Backs Decision To Help Create Respite For Rainham Residents.
The Member of Parliament for Dagenham and Rainham, Margaret Mullane, MP, has strongly backed the decision to press ahead with a system to significantly reduce the risk of underground fires at Arnolds Field Launders Lane.