https://www.newham.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:40:35 +0000 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:40:35 +0000 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1564/hire-don-t-buy-newham-to-launch-its-first-ever-community-lending-hub-network Three community organisations and Newham Libraries have secured funding to establish Newham’s first ever network of lending hub Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:45:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1563/under-the-stars-returns-to-newham-headlined-by-tinchy-stryder Demand is hotting up for tickets to Under the Stars: Live at the Docks, as the free festival returns to Silverworks Island on 4 July, with Tinchy Stryder topping the bill. Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:37:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1562/crisis-resilience-fund-to-support-residents Council welcomes funding to support Newham residents facing financial and housing crises Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:31:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1561/mayor-recommends-appointment-of-new-permanent-chief-executive- Mayor of Newham Forhad Hussain is pleased to recommend Maria G. Christofi for appointment as permanent Chief Executive.  Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:22:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1560/london-climate-action-week-in-newham Free events across Newham from 20–29 June exploring greener neighbourhoods, warmer homes, local nature and practical community action for a healthier, fairer future. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:25:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1559/residents-to-shape-little-ilford-s-future-through-landmark-20-million-investment Little Ilford has secured up to £20 million through the Government's Pride in Place programme, giving residents a leading role in shaping neighbourhood improvements over the next 10 years. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:40:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1558/share-your-views-on-dlr-extension-proposals Newham Council is urging local people to have their say on Transport for London (TfL) plans to extend the DLR from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead via Beckton Riverside. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:54:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1557/canning-town-takes-centre-stage-as-a-feature-neighbourhood-at-london-festival-of-architecture-2026 Canning Town is a feature neighbourhood at the London Festival of Architecture 2026 - a month-long programme of events from 6 - 27 June. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:03:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1555/people-powered-places-local-projects-announced-across-newham Over 130 community projects funded across Newham through People Powered Places Thu, 28 May 2026 15:54:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1554/mayor-of-newham-holds-first-annual-council-meeting Mayor of Newham Forhad Hussain has promised to “put power back in the hands of the people” at the first Annual Council Meeting where some of key positions were filled.  Fri, 22 May 2026 10:10:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1410/celebrating-eid-al-adha-in-newham Eid al-Adha follows the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage period, and is also known as the “Feast of Sacrifice". Thu, 21 May 2026 11:22:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1553/council-reinforces-its-commitment-to-pension-fund-management The Mayor of Newham has outlined the council’s pension fund management with a pledge to be open and transparent with the public markets investments.  Tue, 19 May 2026 22:31:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1552/newham-scoops-top-honours-for-affordable-homes-at-the-2026-riba-london-awards Newham wins top honours at the 2026 RIBA London Awards, with Plashet Road and Noele Gordon House recognised for sustainable, high-quality affordable housing benefiting local residents. Tue, 19 May 2026 12:48:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1551/mayor-hussain-unveils-his-first-cabinet Mayor Forhad Hussain has appointed a new cabinet focused on better services, affordable homes and giving residents a stronger voice, with four councillors leading key portfolios across Newham. Wed, 13 May 2026 16:37:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1550/young-newham-care-leaver-encourages-residents-to-transform-a-child-s-life-by-fostering A 25-year-old Newham man is calling on residents from the borough to consider fostering after having a “very positive experience”. Mon, 11 May 2026 08:54:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1549/labour-s-forhad-hussain-becomes-the-new-mayor-of-newham Newham has returned Labour's Forhad Hussain as the new Mayor to lead the borough for the next four years. Fri, 08 May 2026 13:14:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1548/newham-council-to-introduce-new-tool-to-aid-blind-and-partially-sighted-residents-to-vote The “McGonagle Reader” is being rolled out across the borough for the first time for the 7 May local elections for councillors and Mayor of Newham. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:05:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1547/stratford-dog-owner-banned-from-keeping-a-dog-for-five-years A Stratford dog owner has been ordered to complete 150 hours of unpaid work and banned from keeping a dog for five years for animal cruelty. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:19:00 +0100 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1546/newham-hosts-major-apprenticeship-fair-as-hundreds-explore-career-opportunities Newham’s annual Apprenticeship Fair brought together hundreds of job seekers with employers to mark National Apprenticeship Week 2026. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:50:00 +0000 https://www.newham.gov.uk/news/article/1545/newham-unveils-48-new-affordable-homes-at-burgoynes-depot-east-ham Newham has delivered 48 new genuinely affordable, energy‑efficient homes at Burgoyne’s Depot in East Ham, preserving heritage while supporting its goal of 1,000 new council homes by 2027. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:42:00 +0000