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Neighbour complaint could block pizza takeaway’s late-night licence bid
The business in Little Ilford wants to continue serving its "piping hot pizzas" until 4am but must first convince councillors on a Newham committee
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Sweet deal as council grants permission for seven extra flats
The plans will see two additional storeys added to block next to former Trebor Sweets factory in Forest Gate
Scott Mills sacked by BBC Radio 2 over a 'personal conduct' allegation
BBC Radio 2 presenter Scott Mills has been sacked by the broadcaster due to an allegation surrounding personal conduct
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How to stop a dog biting a postman? Royal Mail urges Brits to use vital 4-word sign
Royal Mail shares how Brits can stop a dog biting a postman or postwoman, including four-word warning sign after 2,000 attacks
Four rushed to hospital after crash in Chadwell Heath
Four people have been rushed to hospital after a crash in Chadwell Heath.
The lost London Tube station that has starred in movies and which you can still visit
There's still one of London Underground's abandoned Tube stations that you can visit and take a tour of.
New London-wide scheme set to save families money on school uniforms
A new London‑wide School Uniform Reuse Network has been launched to help families access affordable second‑hand uniforms and reduce clothing waste.
The new London health centre set to bring 6,000 more appointments
Centre Manor Park in Newham will receive Government funding to expand its neighbourhood health services, creating 6,000 more appointments.
World-first tuberculosis survivors' clinic opens in east London
Barts Health NHS Trust clinic is leading the way in TB care with world-first clinic for survivors.
Six in 10 smartphone owners want less screen time and more time appreciating life
Six in 10 smartphone owners want to spend less time looking down at their devices - and more time appreciating what’s around them.
Financial changes this spring could save households over £800 a year
Financial changes this spring could save households more than £800 a year - as Brits celebrate the ‘bills boss’ of their home.
Worn tyres can be even more dangerous than using a mobile phone behind the wheel
Worn tyres can be even more dangerous than using a mobile phone behind the wheel, according to academic research.
The bizarre skincare hacks Brits swear by include teabags, egg and baking soda
The bizarre skincare hacks Brits swear by include placing teabags on puffy eyes, using egg yolk to treat rough skin and even applying baking soda as an exfoliant.
NCP closing 22 car parks across the UK in just a few hours - see the full list
National Car Parks (NCP) is set to close 22 of its car parks in England and Wales for good on Friday (March 27) - see the full list.
LOCALiQ UK wins national hospitality marketing award for The Cut & Craft campaign
Digital marketing agency LOCALiQ UK has been named Hospitality Campaign of the Year winner at the UK Paid Media Awards 2026 for its work with premium independent steak restaurant group The Cut & Craft.
When Japanese Knotweed typically flowers in the UK and what to do if you find any
Japanese Knotweed is the most common of four invasive knotweed plant species in the UK. Here is when it flowers in the UK and what to do with it.
Premium UK chocolate brand found in Pret a Manager and Harrods enters administration
Premium UK chocolate company brand Marasu’s Petit Fours is at risk of closing after entering administration.
London schools to expand nurseries to help reduce cost of childcare
34 London schools will get funding to open or grow nurseries as part of a £45m national rollout, cutting childcare costs and easing the strain on working parents.
Martin Lewis backs new rules that will make cancelling subscriptions easier
Cancelling broadband and subscriptions could soon be simpler under new rules supported by Martin Lewis.
Opposition leader claims he was ‘silenced’ over questions on council payout to mayor
Newham Council previously agreed to pay outgoing Labour mayor Rokhsana Fiaz tens of thousands of pounds to settle a bullying complaint