Hackney 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
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Happy 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
Old Baths awarded extra funding after ‘challenge’ from local young people
Scheme shows ‘it does make a difference when people speak up,’ says Deputy Mayor
Hackney 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
Town 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
Coronavirus: 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
Education 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
Coronavirus: 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
‘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
Council 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
Police 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
Faith 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
‘Help is out there’: Town Hall publishes mental health support map for lockdown
Chart lays out range of services available across borough for anyone in need of support during pandemic
Town Hall to widen pavements in social distancing hotspots
Space to be reallocated to pedestrians in seven sites in Hackney in first steps of wider package of measures to ensure public safety
‘Pay it forward’: Residents urged to buy items in advance from struggling local businesses
Hospitality bosses welcome scheme bringing ‘valuable breathing room’ as local businesses feel pandemic’s impact
Quit smoking for Covid
Experts say smokers with Covid-19 are 14 times more likely to develop severe symptoms. Find out how to access support through Smokefree Hackney…