The only way is two-way in Stoke Newington
The coordinator of the Hackney branch of the London Cycling Campaign explains why
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Street market trio get boost
A reviving Well Street Market is soon to be joined by two new ones on Chatsworth Road
Hackney Mayor speaks out over government’s Comprehensive Spending Review
Council may be forced to make ‘devastating decisions’ if the bulk of Whitehall funding cuts are made in the first year
ROA’s graffiti rabbit faces removal by Hackney Council
Renowned Belgian street artist’s work – painted on side of the Premises recording studio and cafe – is under threat
Hackney Council responds to Comprehensive Spending Review announcement
Mayor says frontline services are safe for this financial year as 25% budget cut looms
Campaigners win battle over Dalston CLR James Library name
Widespread outrage causes Town Hall bosses to think again
Hackney Council signals U-turn in CLR James library row
Following community outrage, Town Hall bosses agree to consult on the new name
Charities and community groups face cash squeeze
Council hopes to maintain the current level of voluntary sector funding for this financial year, whilst future plans will have to take account of the government’s spending review this month
Green Flags fly but trees still die, warns leading local arborist
The Council’s current approach of simply planting more and more trees in Hackney’s parks just isn’t working, says Tree Musketeer
ALMO bungle leaves pensioner without home
Squatters move in for a whole year after a property due for repair is left unsecured
By-election battle hots up
Following the death of Cllr Maureen Middleton, the Conservatives are keen retain the seat in New River ward
Street markets on the up
Council to take steps to remedy its ‘haphazard and uncoordinated’ approach
Tram shed campaigners fight on
Local residents object to decision to develop historic site, whilst businesses and their employees claim it will destroy livelihoods
The improper and disgraceful conduct of Hackney Council
Legal blogger Jack of Kent’s take on the recent legal threat to Hackney Citizen
Charity for the homeless faces eviction – with sleeping rough set to soar
Tough economic times mean more rough sleepers – and the problem will get worse, says Rhythms of Life
Hackney Citizen appeals for funds to fight legal battle against Council
Donations sought for lawyers’ bill