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Plaistow kebab shop allowed to open until 5am despite objections
Newham councillors said Kebabish's plans to stop people gathering outside were "sufficient to allay any fears"
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Merger of two Forest Gate schools agreed by Newham Council
Proposals backed agreed by the council's cabinet involve closing Odessa Infant School and enlarging St James' Junior School into a primary
‘Save Newham Libraries’ campaign warns threat of council cuts still remain
Petition signed by thousands of concerned residents also handed to Newham Council
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Austerity ‘not over’ for Newham residents, warns councillor
A Labour councillor criticised his own party's local finance boss for claiming the council was "moving from austerity to stability"
Fresh hope over future of Newham libraries after ‘reversal’ of spending cut
Senior Labour councillor responsible for libraries says service will be "even better" than before once review is completed
Nationwide gives £175 free cash to 40,000 customers and offer is 'still running'
More than 40,000 customers have been paid Nationwide’s £175 switch bonus in the last three months, making it one of the best bank switch offers for 2026
MPs urged to review HMRC Personal Allowance tax threshold for pensioners
MPs have been urged to re-examine plans to double the personal tax allowance for pensioners after more than 104,000 signed an official petition
LIVE updates as Elizabeth line hit by SEVERE delays in morning rush hour
The Elizabeth line is facing serious delays as commuters travel to work this morning. Live updates here.
UK delivery company closes down after 14 years affecting Evri customers
Delivery company Parcel & Post ceased trading on January 26, which is now having an impact on Evri customers - see why.
Kylie Minogue launches 'special' new Barbie doll but it will set you back £70
Kylie Minogue has created another Barbie doll with Mattel, which sports her standout red outfit from the Padam Padam music video.
Date set for $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC by President Trump
A 10 billion dollar defamation lawsuit brought against the BBC by US President Donald Trump will go to trial in 2027, a Florida judge has ordered.
Councillors back plans for wild Westfield
Wild West-inspired Phanton Peak, currently based at Canada Water, will be moving to the Stratford shopping centre
London Underground closures and changes you need to be aware of this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 13 to February 15) and don't be caught out.
Plans for 21-storey hotel in Stratford approved
Residents living in an existing tower complained the new hotel would block their daylight
A13 blocked for over an hour due to 'police incident'
The A13 was blocked near Barking both ways due to a police incident between the A406 North Circular by Beckton Roundabout and River Road today (February 11). Follow our blog for updates.
'Heartbeat' of The Pogues and drummer Andrew Ranken has died aged 72, band confirms
'Heartbeat' of the The Pogues and drummer Andrew Ranken has died at the age of 72, the band has confirmed in a statement
Art Attack legend Neil Buchanan has created his first piece of ‘Big Art’ in 18 years
Art Attack legend Neil Buchanan has created his first piece of ‘Big Art’ in 18 years – filled with nostalgia.
Revealed - east London boroughs ranked from best to worst to live in
East London boroughs have been ranked from the best to worst to live in 2026 by Garrington Property Finders.
Newham named one of the worst boroughs to live in Greater London
Newham has been named one of the worst boroughs to live in Greater London in a study by Garrington Property Finders.
Why we need our libraries
Shofa Miah talks to residents concerned about big cuts proposed to the borough's library budget