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Tomorrow marks the ninth anniversary of the fire at Grenfell Tower in North Kensington. To show our solidarity with the Grenfell community, we're lighting up the Town Hall in green tonight and tomorrow.
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Join us today to show your pride in the local community. See you there!
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🏆 Congratulations to our Public Health team who won a Bronze award at this week's LGC awards! It was awarded to the Communities Keeping Well programme which works with communities to prevent Type 2 Diabetes, coronary heart disease and lung disease. orlo.uk/8NwR4
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Tower Hamlets in Bloom 2026 is now open for entries, celebrating the green fingered talent across our borough 🌸 🌿 Judges will be out this summer visiting gardens, balconies and growing spaces at their brightest Enter by 22 June👉🏼 orlo.uk/oGVVk
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Support local business owners, enjoy great food, and bring the family!
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🚨 NEWS: We’ve selected Guildmore Group to deliver the next phase of the St George’s Leisure Centre redevelopment The scheme will bring a new state-of-the-art leisure centre, 30 council homes, and upgraded public spaces. Demolition starts Autumn 2026 orlo.uk/BWQok
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The Carers Centre Tower Hamlets supports carers with expert information, advice and support. Hear about the positive impact it has had for residents. #CarersWeek orlo.uk/rMRzI

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Support makes stopping smoking easier. Your quit team could include: ✔ a GP ✔ a stop smoking advisor ✔ a mental health professional ✔ a trusted friend ✔ the Smoke Free app Visit the Stop Smoking London website to find support to quit orlo.uk/7wmHH
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This #CarersWeek we're highlighting the dedication, compassion and resilience of carers everywhere. Carers provide essential support to those who need it most, often balancing work, family life, and their own wellbeing. Join us in saying thank you to carers everywhere! 💙
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Tower Hamlets residents with household incomes up to £50,350 and a child starting primary or secondary school in September can apply for £50 (primary) or £150 (secondary) grants towards the cost of clothes and uniforms. Visit: orlo.uk/0JYIj and apply by 30 September.
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Mohammed Ishaq, 15, has been located safe and well. Thanks to all who supported and shared messages.
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🚫 3 rogue landlords banned We’ve successfully prosecuted R&G Agent Ltd and its directors after serious housing offences in Poplar They’re now banned for 3 years from letting or managing properties in England We will not tolerate unsafe housing Read more orlo.uk/k4oyi
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Our Small Grants Programme is now open for applications - deadline 21 June. This fund supports small local organisations and communuity groups to deliver projects that strengthen our communities, promote inclusion and address local needs. Find out more: orlo.uk/xbHq4
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Executive Mayor Lutfur Rahman convened a productive away day with Council Directors and Cabinet Members about delivering his manifesto commitments and building on the Council's work to improve the lives of people across Tower Hamlets.
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Held last week at Canary Wharf, in the heart of the borough’s business district, the roundtable discussions focused on maintaining high-quality public services, driving forward further improvements
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and ensuring the Council remains responsive to the needs and concerns of local residents.
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To mark Clean Air Day 2026 join us on Thursday 18 June for a free community exhibition exploring how air pollution affects our health, communities & daily lives through art, storytelling & science More information and tickets - orlo.uk/a5qyy
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Can you help us find Mohammed Ishaq, 15, from Bromley-by-Bow? We are using Council CCTV to help police with their investigation and providing support to the family.
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It's #CarersWeek! 🧡 Cllr Sabina Akhtar and Cllr Maium Talukdar, Deputy Mayor, joined the Carers Centre Tower Hamlets at the Town Hall to highlight the free support services available. Carers can get expert information, advice and support. 👉 orlo.uk/8pGpB
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A large fire in Bermondsey is causing significant smoke in the area, which may reach Tower Hamlets in the wind. Residents are advised to keep windows and doors shut this evening and through the night. orlo.uk/ujZSs

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Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighters are tackling a fire at a recycling centre on Landmann Way in Bermondsey.

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The fire in #Bermondsey is affecting a recycling centre. Due to the significant amount of smoke in the area, local residents are advised to keep their windows and doors closed. Updates here - london-fire.gov.uk/incidents…
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