Posts Tagged ‘hackney council’
Rio Cinema board ‘baffled’ by rumours of commercial sell-off
Directors dismiss claims from the Save Our Rio campaign, which has launched a petition to oust them
Read MoreTheatre Exchange launches Hackney Social Radio for ‘young at heart’
Immediate Theatre aims to create ‘sense of community through airwaves’ for isolated people from tomorrow morning on Resonance FM
Read MoreHappy Man Tree campaign slams injunction against peaceful protest as ‘shameful’
Campaigners to present 22,000 signature petition to Hackney Mayor as council defends injunction as ‘last resort’
Read MoreHolborn Studios survives again as decision to approve demolition ruled ‘unlawful’
Iconic photography studio celebrates ruling that could have far-reaching consequences for lobbying of councillors
Read MoreLocal charity praised for ‘good leadership’ after removing sign featuring name of Sir John Cass
Slave trader’s name taken down from front of Sir John Cass Hall while Museum of the Home announces listening exercise on future of controversial Sir Robert Geffrye statue
Read MoreCouncil criticised for continuing to argue in court over tenant’s eviction amid lockdown
Community law centre brands Town Hall statements welcoming a ruling that disagreed with its own legal arguments ‘counterintuitive’, as London Renters Union calls for an apology
Read MoreCouncil apologises after single mum of disabled child left with no emergency water for days
Mum-of-three speaks out following seven-day ordeal as SEND campaigners call on Town Hall to learn from case
Read MoreDemands for greater support for renters as union collectives take shape across Hackney
Town Hall urges extension of eviction ban as Hackney Green Party and London Renters Union call for rents to be suspended and arrears cancelled
Read MoreHackney Council to re-open markets safely – though not by 1 June
Council economy boss stresses opening will only happen with ‘right market layouts and social distancing measures’ in place
Read MoreHappy Man Tree protesters vow to remain at its side to prevent felling
Berkeley Homes ‘strongly believes removing tree is correct decision’ as Hackney Mayor apologises for residents’ distress
Read MoreOld Baths awarded extra funding after ‘challenge’ from local young people
Scheme shows ‘it does make a difference when people speak up,’ says Deputy Mayor
Read MoreHackney Council launches survey to hear from local people on the impacts of coronavirus
Responses will be used to identify support needs and other measures to help the borough recover from the crisis
Read MoreTown Hall road safety roll-out continues with closure of Barnabas Road
Surge in motor vehicle traffic expected following government advice to avoid public transport unless absolutely necessary
Read MoreCoronavirus: Delivery of wrong tests to blame for delays at mobile centre in Dalston, says council
Accounting firm Deloitte blamed for mix-up as campaigners call for end to private companies’ involvement in testing effort
Read MoreEducation boss slams government’s lack of clarity on reopening schools
‘June 1st seems early given that schools don’t have the guidelines,’ says Deputy Mayor
Read MoreCoronavirus: Construction of luxury flats picketed by ShutTheSites protesters
Developers accused of ‘putting profit before people’ as protesters call for shutdown to protect workers and wider community
Read More‘After I fled, he emptied the joint account and left us with nothing’: Domestic abuse charity expresses concerns over impact of lockdown
Solace Women’s Aid fears victims are increasingly hesitant to seek support as financial and social pressures mount
Read MoreCouncil working to track Covid’s effect on vulnerable residents
Community safety chief Cllr Caroline Selman reveals project to chart wider social and economic impacts of the virus on locals
Read MorePolice review sparked by advice group chair’s resignation after Golders Green wedding
‘Isolated incident’ will not disrupt ‘important work’ of Hackney Independent Advisory Group to police, says spokesperson
Read MoreFaith groups to unite for online service on Hackney Day of Prayer
Event to be led jointly by Christian, Jewish, Muslim and non-religious faith leaders
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