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Romford – The Havering Daily

Havering Elects Two New Youth Parliament Representatives

Havering has officially chosen two new Members of the UK Youth Parliament following a closely fought election at Havering Town

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Romford – The Havering Daily

The Fantastic Romford Film Festival Is Back And Celebrating A Decade of Independent Film in the Borough.

Founded in 2016, The Romford Film Festival is a labour of love, bringing unique stories to Romford. It is returning

Romford – The Havering Daily

Huge Van Rally Planned In Romford As Tradespeople Demand Tougher Action On Tool Theft.

Tradespeople and supporters are being encouraged to attend the van rally in solidarity and help send a clear message that

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Romford – The Havering Daily

“Environmental action welcome, but we resist any pro-developer agenda”, says Green Party’s Mark Whiley.

Green Party Chair, Mark Whiley, writes in the Havering Daily on recent elections, and the positioning statement and cabinet reveal

Romford – The Havering Daily

Another Havering Schoolboy Robbed At Knife Point As Furious Parents Say “Enough Is Enough”

Mothers across Havering say they are living in fear as more teenagers are reporting being robbed on their way home

Romford – The Havering Daily

Havering’s Political Shake-Up: Residents Associations Become Official Opposition After Election Losses.

The dust has now settled following Havering’s local elections, and the political landscape inside the Town Hall has dramatically changed

Romford – The Havering Daily

Residents Demand Action for Heath Drive Traffic Issues

Residents of Heath Drive express ongoing traffic and safety concerns due to the Gallows Corner project, describing their road as a "rat run". Despite complaints and escalating issues to authorities, residents feel unheard amid persistent disruptions.

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Essex couple build 'magical' railway in garden with tunnel and five engines

The Clacton couple sacrificed a new kitchen to build the Essex garden railway, boasting a tunnel, five engines and running across their driveway

Romford – The Havering Daily

Exclusive: Reform UK Announces New Leadership Team For Havering Council

The new Reform UK administration at Havering Council has officially announced its Cabinet and senior leadership team following the party’s

Romford – The Havering Daily

Kaleidoscope Brings Pride Back To Romford For Third Year Running

Pride in Romford is set to return this June as Kaleidoscope once again transforms The Mercury Shopping Centre into a

Romford Recorder | News

More than one in three adults have avoided asking for financial help

More than one in three adults have avoided asking for financial help due to fear of being judged – with many choosing to struggle in silence.

Romford Recorder | News

The everyday habits secretly adding £470 to Brits’ energy bills revealed

Brits could be wasting hundreds of pounds a year through simple household habits they barely think twice about – and experts say your “energy personality” could be to blame.

Romford Recorder | News

RECAP after lanes stopped in crash on M25 at QE2 bridge

All lanes on the M25 at the QE2 bridge have been stopped following a crash

Romford Recorder | News

Stalled lorry causes long delays and lane closures on M25 near Romford junction

A stalled truck has resulted in long delays and lane closures on the M25 anticlockwise this morning.

Romford – The Havering Daily

Romford Nightclub Jukebox Receives Life Saving Bleed Bag From The Ricky Hayden Memorial.

A powerful community event took place in Romford yesterday as anti-knife crime campaigner and bereaved mum Sue Hedges donated a

Romford – The Havering Daily

Havering’s Shoplifting Crisis: 2,200 Offences Recorded In A Year As Police Crack Down On Repeat Thieves.

Shoplifting across Havering remains at worrying levels, with more than 2,200 offences recorded in the borough over the latest 12-month

Romford Recorder | News

Brentwood headteacher with 'relentless focus on culture' nominated for national award

Headteacher at Brentwood School, Michael Bond, has been nominated for a Tes Award 2026 - dubbed the 'education Oscars'.

Romford Recorder | News

Plans revealed for 'complete reconfiguration' of Queen's Hospital A&E

Plans have been submitted for the "complete reconfiguration" of Queen's Hospital A&E in Romford, including a new entrance and refurbishment works.

Romford Recorder | News

Drunk Hornchurch mum who assaulted cabin crew on flight is given travel ban

Hornchurch mum Zoe Alexander was sentenced for being drunk on a Tui flight from Manchester Airport.

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'Significant moment' for Brentwood secondary school after Ofsted findings

Brentwood County High School has been praised by Ofsted inspectors for its inclusive environment and strong support for pupils.