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On The Frontline: Foot Chases, Arrests And High Speed Pursuits, Havering Joint Task Force Are The Team Who Keep Our Borough Safe.
Last week, I joined officers from the Havering Joint Task Force on a ride-along that saw arrests, foot chases, and a high-speed pursuit — a firsthand look at the team working to keep our borough safe.
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Community Joins Forces to Launch Rise Park Wombles Litter-Picking Initiative
A new community-led litter-picking group, the Rise Park Wombles, launched its first clean-up on July 5th, attracting 15 volunteers. They aim to improve local cleanliness monthly, welcoming more participants to join their efforts.
Hornchurch’s Lucie Guirey Wins WBC World Muay Thai Gold in Italy
Fifteen-year-old Lucie Guirey won her third WBC Muay Thai World Games gold medal in Verona, Italy, defending her title in the -66.67kg under-16s category. She also earned the 10–17 Years Female Fighter of the Tournament award. Team UK was recognized as Team of the Tournament, highlighting their ex...
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Grass Fires Impact Havering And Dagenham Homes Once Again As Families Flee The Flames.
As the heat continues to rise, so does the fire risk across Havering and Dagenham. Two major grass fires yesterday sent families fleeing, threatened homes, and once again devastated local wildlife.
Eight Hectares Of Grassland Destroyed In Hornchurch As Firefighters Use Wildfire Beaters To Tackle The Blaze
Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters were called to a grass fire near Wingletye Lane in Hornchurch just before 9pm last night.
BREAKING: 60 Firefighters Tackling Large Grass Blaze In Hornchurch.
Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters have been called to a grass fire near Wingletye Lane in Hornchurch.
Major Grass Fire Breaks Out in Dagenham — 125 Firefighters on Scene
Twenty fire engines and around 125 firefighters have been deployed to tackle a significant grass fire that broke out this
BREAKING: Huge Fire In Beam Parklands.
A huge fire has broken out in Beam Parklands, Rainham and is currently being tackled by our fire fighters.
Of Course Women Officers Belong On Our Frontline: So Why Then Are Men Throwing Their Toys Out Of The Pram?
Welcome to 2025, where some deem it unacceptable that a female can be a frontline officer.
Havering Among the Heaviest Boroughs in London: A Staggering 68% Are Overweight. Why Are So Many Havering Residents Obese?
Havering has one of the highest rates of obesity in the capital—and it’s not getting better. Data paints a worrying picture:
Proposed New SEND School In Havering Prompts Concerns Over Loss Of Playing Field.
A proposed new school for children with special educational needs (SEND) in Havering has prompted concerns over the loss of a playing field, writes local democracy reporter Sebastian Mann.
Government Funding In Havering To Create Children’s Home Placements For Those With Complex Needs.
The Member of Parliament for Dagenham and Rainham-Margaret Mullane has received news from the Government that Havering and Barking and Dagenham are to be provided with funding to create children’s home placements for children with complex needs.
Harold Hill Shoplifter Caught Red-Handed By Police Officers Jailed For 14 Weeks
Quick work by police officers in Harold Hill has seen a shoplifter ‘banged up’ for 14 weeks after being caught redhanded with over £500 worth of goods.
“We Are Fed Up With The Uneven Foothpath.” Crow Lane Residents Anger Over Footpath Where Numerous Falls Have Taken Place.
Crow Lane residents are demanding urgent action over an uneven footpath that is believed to have seen numerous residents fall – including a shocking incident last week where a disabled woman in a wheelchair is believed to have toppled over.
Police Officers Desperately Tackle Crime Across Havering-But Just Whose Fault Is It That Our Streets Are Not As Safe As They Should Be?
Yes, compared to many other London boroughs we are safe, yet why do many of us not feel safe then? And to those who do believe we are safe-what about the endless list of mothers and fathers who have lost their children to knife crime on the streets of London? What say you?
Romford MP Pays Tribute To Lord Tebbit: “Norman Was A Towering Figure In British Politics And Also A Particular Supporter Of The Romford Conservative Association.”
“I am deeply saddened this week to learn of the passing of my friend and political mentor, Lord Tebbit. Norman was a man of immense courage, formidable conviction, and above all, had an unwavering patriotic belief in the greatness of our United Kingdom.
Proactive Work By Police Sees Man With CBO Banning Him From Entering Parts Of Romford Given 12 Week Custodial Sentence.
Crow Lane residents are demanding urgent action over an uneven footpath that is believed to have seen numerous residents fall – including a shocking incident last week where a disabled woman in a wheelchair is believed to have toppled over.
Councillor David Taylor: “Its Increasingly Clear That Authorities In Havering Are Totally Detached From The Reality Of Our Borough”.
Saying "Havering is safe" is both tone deaf and inappropriate.The public are angry because they don't feel heard and they don't feel represented.
Romford’s Shoplifting Crisis: Are Our High Streets Under Siege?
Shoplifting in Romford reached nearly 5,400 incidents recorded in the area last year alone, marking a sharp 23.3% rise. It now makes up nearly 10% of all crime locally.
South Hornchurch Officers Seize Large Quantities Of Counterfeit Vapes And Tobacco.
South Hornchurch and Beam Park Safer Neighbourhood officers yesterday, 9 July, removed large quantities of counterfeit vapes and tobacco from a shop in the area.