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It’s been another busy week in Newham.
On Wednesday, I was delighted to attend the first meeting of the Little Ilford Pride in Place Board at the Jack Cornwell Community Centre. With £20 million of government investment over the next decade, this programme gives us a huge opportunity to deliver lasting benefits for local people.
Joining Stephen Timms MP, local ward councillors and community representatives, I was struck by the energy and enthusiasm in the room. Under the leadership of Chair Mubeen Hussain, residents now have a real opportunity to help shape the future of their neighbourhood.
I want to see more of this in Newham – residents sharing their thoughts and shaping our borough.
That's why I'd encourage everyone to take part in our Parking and Kerbside Strategy consultation. More than 1,000 residents have already shared their views, and I want to hear from as many people as possible before the consultation closes. You can find out more below.
This week, I also had the opportunity to speak with Jim Davis as part of BBC London's Meet the Leader series. It was a chance to discuss my vision for our borough and answer questions directly from residents. If you'd like to listen, you can find the interview on the BBC website.
Finally, National Hate Crime Awareness Week begins on 10 October. Throughout the week, our Community Safety and Enforcement teams will be out across the borough raising awareness of hate crime, how to recognise it and how to report it.
Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and welcome in Newham. If you experience or witness hate crime, please remember that you are not alone. Support is available, and we will always stand with those affected by hate and discrimination.
Forhad
Mayor of Newham Forhad Hussain |
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What's new in Newham this week |
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Join the Parking and Kerbside Conversation
The conversation is also happening offline! If you have questions about the parking and kerbside survey or want to chat through it, you can attend a drop-in session and speak directly with the team in a library near you.
See the full schedule for October and complete the survey > |
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National Hate Crime Awareness Week
Ahead of National Hate Crime Awareness Week (10 - 17 October), we want you to know there is plenty of support available in our borough. You are not alone. You can be the voice that helps build a stronger, more united and inclusive community. Hate has no place in Newham, and together, we can work to eliminate it.
During the week, our Community Safety and Enforcement teams will be out and about across the borough raising awareness of hate crime and the support available. We’d love to meet and hear from residents, so come along and have a chat with us if you see us in your local community.
Report a hate crime, get support and find details of community events >
Book free Active Bystander Training > |
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Enter the Newham Schools Challenge and win rewards for all!
We have partnered with BetterPoints to use their free app to run a Schools Challenge for selected infant and primary schools as part of the BetterPoints Newham programme.
If your child attends one of them, you’re invited to take part, going up against other local schools for a chance to win prizes, for those who attend. Users can win BetterPoints each week and earn BetterPoints daily for travelling actively to school.
The school that bags the top prize will scoop £500 in school resources, the runner-up will get £250 worth of supplies, while the third placed spot will be handed materials covering £150.
Meanwhile, the schools with the most sign-ups will win a tennis taster day, thanks to the National Tennis Association, and the runners-up will win a Rocket Padel taster session (to give to up to 25 pupils), thanks to Rocket Padel Beckton. The challenge runs until Friday 18 December.
Find out how to sign up here > |
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Where the wildflowers grow....
As the nights grow longer and we head into Autumn you may notice our dedicated park team cutting back the wildflower meadows in our green spaces. Don't be alarmed!
This is planned seasonal management and is an important part of maintaining our healthy and beautiful wildflower meadows for years to come. The meadow areas are deliberately allowed to grow and flower during spring and summer, providing valuable food and habitat for bees, butterflies and other wildlife.
Once flowering has finished, we cut the meadow and remove the cuttings to stop vigorous grasses from taking over - which gives wildflowers the best chance to grow again next year. |
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Don't delay: report damp and mould now
With wetter, colder weather on the way, damp, mould and condensation can affect your health and wellbeing.
If you are a Newham Council tenant and think you have a problem in your home, please tell us as soon as possible so we can investigate and take action.
They will review every report and arrange follow-up action. Urgent cases are assessed within 24 hours.
Report it online or call our team on 0203 373 5500
We have updated the damp, mould and condensation guidance on our website > |
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Weekly food waste recycling is coming to Newham We are rolling our weekly food waste recycling collections from this this Autumn.
The service is being launched over the next few weeks for street-level homes before expanding to include flats and flats above shops from Spring 2027. As soon as your Food Waste Recycling Kit arrives, you can start recycling straight away by using your kitchen caddy, outdoor caddy and liners. Check out our website to find out more about your food waste recycling service > |
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What's on in Newham this week |
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Join us to celebrate Black History Month 2026
Celebrate Black History Month with community-led events taking place in Newham this October.
From poetry, creative writing and author talks to film screenings, the programme offers opportunities to explore Black histories, cultures and creativity.
Explore the programme and book your place today > |
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Bring the family and learn to repair your clothes for free
Give your clothes a new lease of life at a free intergenerational clothing repair workshop this October.
Whether you bring your daughter, cousin, grandad or brother, everyone will learn practical skills to repair and look after your clothes, so they can be worn and treasured for longer.
The session is a chance for different generations to come together, share skills and learn simple ways to make clothes last – helping you save money and reduce waste at the same time. The event is free for Newham residents.
Where: Custom Made, 25 Freemasons Road E16 3AR
When: Saturday 24 October from 11am to 3pm.
Places are limited and booking is essential, so book your free place > |
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Borrow more, buy less at the Abbey Hub Borrow Bank
Newham’s first Lending Hub is now open, helping residents save money, reduce waste and borrow useful items instead of buying them.
The Abbey Hub Borrow Bank offers more than 100 items, including DIY and decorating tools, gardening equipment, household appliances and other useful kit that can be expensive to buy and only used occasionally.
The Hub is the first of three planned across Newham, creating a borough-wide lending network over the coming months. Residents can explore the Abbey Hub Borrow Bank inventory online to see what’s available to borrow.
Where: Glyn Hopkin Abbey Hub, 6 Gay Road, Stratford, E15 2RN
When: Tuesdays 10am to 2pm and Saturdays 12pm to 2pm
Explore what’s available to borrow >
Have something to donate? Email marie@theaaazone.com |
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Get involved and have your say |
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Take part in our Annual Canvass 2026
Over the coming weeks, households may receive either an email or a paper form as part of the Annual Canvass. The purpose of the canvass is to ensure that the information held on the Electoral Register is accurate and up to date.
Residents are encouraged to review their household details and notify us of any changes. Updates can be made quickly and securely online via
Alternatively, residents can amend the paper form and return it using the prepaid envelope provided.
Keeping your details up to date helps ensure that everyone who is eligible to vote can participate in future elections.
Updates can be made quickly and securely online via > |
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Stay up to date with police in your area
The Metropolitan Police has its own free messaging platform that allows local people to stay up to date about community safety issues affecting their local area.
The Met Engage allows people to receive alerts about crimes, incidents and appeals, news from local police teams, warnings about scams and frauds and information about community events.
Find out more about Met Engage >
Sign up to Met Engage and stay informed > |
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Join our WhatsApp channel |
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We are now on WhatsApp!
Did you know we are now on Whatsapp? Stay connected with the latest news, updates and community information.
Join our new WhatsApp channel for local updates, service alerts and community news.
Follow and never miss an update 👇
Join our WhatsApp channel > |
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From helping residents maximise their income and kickstarting career journeys to supporting local businesses and start-ups, find out how Our Newham can help give you the boost you need at: www.newham.gov.uk/ournewham or come and visit us at 112-118 The Grove, E15 1NS
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