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Rethink on plans to demolish Stratford tower block
The council is considering whether it can instead be used for homelessness accommodation
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Royal Mail warns of delivery delays across UK - full list of 44 postcodes affected
Royal Mail has warned of delivery delays in 44 postcodes across the UK - see the full list of areas affected.
Police end searches at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s former home Royal Lodge
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested last Thursday (February 19) on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
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'Outdated wait for harm policy means someone will die before roads are made safe'
Beckenham and Penge MP Liam Conlon reports ongoing worries about speeding, dangerous driving and inaction from Bromley Council.
Enfield drug dealer jailed after cocaine spills in front of police in Stratford
A drug dealer who lashed out and claimed he was innocent has been jailed after a stash of cocaine spilt onto the floor in front of officers in Stratford.
Fiona Phillips’ husband says Alzheimer's means she's 'slipping away' each day
Retired journalist Fiona Phillips' husband, Martin Frizell, said she no longer likes to discuss her Alzheimer's diagnosis
Comedian Russell Brand pleads not guilty to two further sex offences including rape
Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to two further sexual offences, including rape, after appearing at Southwark Crown Court this morning (February 24).
Lord Peter Mandelson released on bail by Met Police after misconduct arrest
Lord Mandelson has been accused of passing sensitive information to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein during his time as business secretary.
Electrifying plans for new homes in Plaistow
A developer wants to demolish an electricity substation and build nine flats in its place
Peter Mandelson arrested by Met Police on suspicion of misconduct in public office
Former Labour Party politician Peter Mandelson has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
The lost Tube station that became a Chinese restaurant
Marlborough Road was one of the earliest stations on the Tube network but closed in 1939 and for many decades its ticket hall operated as a restaurant
Government to consider removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from line of succession
The government will consider a law to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession, it is understood.
Closed Canning Town library to be reopened and transformed with £2.7m funding
Canning Town Old Library in Newham is set to become the Newham Heritage Centre after a £2.7m National Lottery grant, showcasing local history and culture.
FREE travel on Silvertown Tunnel buses to be extended for seven more weeks
Free travel on Silvertown Tunnel bus routes SL4, 108, and 129 has been extended by seven weeks.
Hospice pays tribute to Margaret - 'The Boss' who leaves a legacy of love
Saint Francis Hospice pays tribute to Margaret Fitzpatrick, beloved volunteer and staff member who served there over 36 years.
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"
Britain’s State Pension Age 'ticking time bomb' as healthy life expectancy falls
Experts warn of a pension ticking time bomb as healthy life expectancy drops while the UK state pension age increases to 67.
All the UK police forces investigating Epstein-related accusations
Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office at his home on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk yesterday (February 19).
What happens next as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is released from police custody
The former prince was held by police on Thursday morning (February 19) and was in custody for around 11 hours.
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