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LIVE updates as 'all traffic stopped' after TWO crashes at same junction on M25

A multi-vehicle crash on the M25 means traffic is being held with long delays. Live updates here.

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“Romford MP Takes Nigel Farage to Meet Chagossians and Condemns Government Betrayal”

Romford's Reform Member of Parliament Andrew Rosindell MP this week took Reform MPs and its leader Nigel Farage to meet the Chagossian people here in the UK, highlighting the ongoing struggle for self-determination and shining a spotlight on the government’s handling of the British Overseas Territ...

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LIVE updates as London Overground line suspended for hours by signal failure

A London Overground line is predicted to be suspended for hours after a signal failure. Live updates here.

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Recap - Who is Jason Moore, and why do people believe he's innocent of murder?

Jason Moore was sentenced in 2013 to life in prison for the murder of Robert Darby - but was his conviction a miscarriage of justice?

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Anger as 'innocent man' may have spent months behind bars due to Met delays

'Innocent man' Jason Moore - convicted in 2013 of an East End murder - may have spent four extra months in prison due to Met Police delays.

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London bin crowned as best in the world by son and dad on 'rubbish' mission

A rubbish bin enthusiast is on the hunt to find the best in the world.

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Man rushed to hospital after medical incident in Upminster

A man has been rushed to hospital after falling unwell in Upminster.

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Havering Council hits back at 'false' claims that Harold Hill property is being used as 'migrant centre'

The property is set to be used as a bail hostel, not a 'migrant centre' as online claims suggest

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Hunt for pair after 'knife handle flashed during attempted robbery' in Shenfield

Officers investigating an alleged attempted robbery in Shenfield have shared CCTV images of two men they wish to speak to.

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House of Lords backs calls to ban social media for under 16s

A ban on social media for under-16s has been backed by the House of Lords following growing calls from campaigners including actor Hugh Grant.

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Enforcement action taken against Hornchurch car wash 'operating without permission'

A car wash in Hornchurch that is alleged to be operating without the necessary planning permission has been ordered to stop.

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Martin Lewis issues alert to 14 million Brits who could save hundreds

Martin Lewis has issued urgent advice everyone should follow to reduce their annual bills.

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Amazon Fire TV device to stop working within weeks with support for product ending

Amazon has confirmed it will be discontinuing support for its Fire TV Blaster, with devices to stop working over the coming weeks.

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Stalled truck causes A13 travel chaos with long delays as three lanes closed

A stalled truck has resulted in long delays after three lanes have been closed to traffic on the A13 this morning.

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Foundations for next Gallows Corner flyover segment laid as progress pictured

The latest progress at Gallows Corner has been pictured in new drone photos.

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Havering Council cuts its own energy bill by almost £950,000

Havering Council slashes energy costs by £950,000 for 2024/25 through solar panels, LED upgrades, and sustainability, supporting net zero and residents.

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Households struggling with heating bills urged to ask for help

Households needing help with heating are being urged to come forward as Havering Council offers support, energy advice, and food pantries as temperatures plunge.

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The key London Underground closures to be aware of this weekend

Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (January 23 to 25) and don't be caught out.

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Woman dies and six in hospital after double stabbing, crash and large fire in London

Two men and four children are in hospital and a woman has died after a double stabbing, a large fire and a crash across London in two days.

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Havering Council prepares for more winter weather in the coming weeks

Havering Council deploys gritters and offers support as cold weather hits, giving advice on when main roads are gritted, emergency help, energy advice and warm spaces.