Residents urged to safely dispose of dangerous waste after explosion injures refuse crew operative
‘Don’t be to blame, don’t start the flame - dispose of dangerous waste safely’ is the message Newham Council is issuing to their residents to ensure fires are prevented and lives are protected. Cllr Sarah Ruiz highlights the urgency of safely disposing of dangerous materials such as vapes, electrical items, batteries, gas canisters and bottles. Waste-related incidents are on the rise across the UK, with over 1,200 battery-related fires reported last year.
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Newham Launches Islamophobia Awareness Month ‘Seeds of Change’ Programme
• Newham announces the launch of Islamophobia Awareness Month with the theme "Seeds of Change" to combat prejudice and raise awareness. • The month-long programme includes exhibitions, workshops, and a culminating SHAAM Nasheed concert, all aimed at fostering understanding and unity within the community.
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Newham housing crisis leads to £70million of savings and income measures identified to bridge Council budget gap
• Budget gap of £175m predicted over three years, with £100m caused by temporary accommodation costs rising in Newham because of homelessness. • Mayor Rokhsana Fiaz and Cabinet working hard to protect vital services as part of building a fairer Newham budget challenge. • Series of public engagement events start so local residents and partners can find out more.
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Newham Leisure Centre’s sports hall upgraded, thanks to Newham Council’s investment
• Sports hall floor replaced with surface approved by Sport England • Facilities available to community grassroots and elite athletes • Up to 13,000 visitors use the sports hall each month
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Mayors Statement one year on from events on 7 October in Israel
Mayor Rokshana Fiaz Statement, one year on from the devastating events that unfolded on 7 October in Israel.
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Newham Council unites communities through interfaith visit.
• Cardinal Vincent Nichols and Chief Imam Sayed Ali Abbas Razawi visited Newham on Thursday,19 September 2024 to address social challenges and enhance community cohesion. • The visit highlighted projects on homelessness, refugee support, human trafficking, and aiding exploited women, with visits to key community sites.
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Newham and Word 4 Weapons hail success as almost 500 lethal weapons removed from the streets.
• Weapons including knives, a gun and knuckle dusters deposited safely in Stratford in just 12 months • Hopes high for similar results for three new amnesty bins in the borough
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£50,000 Lyle’s Local Fund launched to support a safe, prosperous and healthy Newham.
Tate & Lyle Sugars is delighted to announce that the Lyle’s Local Fund 2024 will be launched on 3 October 2024.
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New Homes to be created for single young people
• Cabinet approves decision to refurbish vacant building on Clova Road • It will be used to create eight bedrooms for young people in need of accommodation
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Our recipe to successfully quit smoking this Stoptober!
• New campaign sharing residents’ recipes to successfully quit smoking • Earn rewards of up to £50 by quitting smoking this Stoptober with BetterPoints • Residents offered free vape starter kits under the Swap to Stop Scheme
