Four Newham Schools among first in the country to roll-out free breakfast clubs to support pupils and parents
Pupils will get a free breakfast while parents enjoy an extra 30 minutes of free childcare before school starts
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Newham Council awarded Borough of Sanctuary status
• Title recognises Council’s commitment to creating a culture of welcome for all seeking sanctuary. • Supports Newham’s history of welcoming people fleeing conflict and persecution.
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Exciting Opportunity to Lease Prime Spaces in Stratford’s Cultural Quarter: Unit 2, Gerry Raffles Square & the former Stratford East Picturehouse building
The London Borough of Newham (LBN) is offering a unique opportunity to lease both or one of two prime spaces in the heart of Stratford’s vibrant Cultural Quarter
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October half-term activities to help Newham families keep fit and healthy
• Range of free and paid-for sessions available, in partnership with GLL • Indoor and outdoor sessions available
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Newham Libraries to launch inaugural Festival of Stories: A celebration of community narratives.
• Newham Libraries launches its inaugural “Festival of Stories,” a 12-day celebration from 11 to 22 November 2024. • The festival will feature 50 free activities across multiple libraries, showcasing prominent speakers and authors such as Dame Zandra Rhodes, Paterson Joseph, Tom Percival and Vaseem Khan. • Newham’s Festival of Stories is supported by funding from Arts Council England and contributions from partner organisations.
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Newham representatives elected to UK Youth Parliament
More than 1,000 young people in Newham cast their votes last week electing Zara Achhodi and Isa Rafiq to represent them in the UK Youth Parliament.
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Mayor announces Cabinet appointments for step-change in Council’s housing services
Announcing Cabinet appointments, Mayor Rokhsana Fiaz OBE said:
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Newham Council praises emergency services for quick action at the Scott Housing fire in Plaistow this morning
Newham Council has praised emergency services for quick action following a fire which broke out in a 10th floor flat at Scott Housing in Plaistow this morning.
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Temporary Closure of Beckton District Park North for Essential Restoration Works
Beckton District Park North will be temporarily closed from 21 October for essential restoration and repair
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Newham’s Mayor and Cabinet agree steps to bridge £175 million forecast budget gap
Newham’s Mayor and Cabinet have approved a package of savings and income raising measures of just over £20m annually that will be implemented immediately
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Nominate your local hero for a 2024 Newham Civic Award
Do you know a local resident, entrepreneur, group, organisation, or company making an incredible impact in Newham? If so, it’s time to nominate them for a 2024 Newham Civic Award sponsored by Berkeley
