Sistah Space, a specialist service for women of African and Caribbean heritage, has been asked to move back to a former home it claims is unsafe following a months-long dispute with the Town Hall
The borough leader speaks to the Citizen about the council’s work over the past few months and the challenges and issues it faces today
The decision over the gardens, named after slave trader John Cass, is just the first in a sweeping rethink of place names across the borough, announced by the council in the wake of global anti-racism protests
Mayor speaks of his anger at the lack of closure for the family, who continue to question the police watchdog’s ruling that Charles’ death was ‘accidental’
New local plan makes mention of model developed in Paris, in which residents have quick access to goods, services and leisure facilities
Sistah Space, the only organisation in London serving African and Caribbean women, is fighting a move back to its former home after deeming it ‘unsafe’
Mayor asks residents and businesses to ‘play their part’ amid concerns over potential antisocial behaviour
If granted by court, injunction would prohibit consumption of alcohol and laughing gas, damage to wildlife, loud music, littering and more
Lifting of the flag, with extra colours to represent queer people of colour and trans people, marks start of Pride Week
Depiction of Ebenezer Scrooge on GMB-branded sign prompted a complaint from a member of the public
Mayor and cabinet members accuse government of ‘plunging families into unexpected financial crisis’ through the policy
London Mayor and borough leader speak of their shock as police federation says officers ‘are not society’s punching bags’
Hackney Chinese Community Services highlights report that shows dramatic increase in racial abuse during the pandemic
Over 400 listen to local politicians and community leaders demanding global change
Town Hall urges people to ‘take responsibility’ after issuing 70 fines in London Fields alone last weekend
Clapton and Homerton Urban Growers Organisation asks council for same amount of funding given to tree planting
