Congratulations to Jill Mills and Sam Betts, a parent and teacher who have won awards for their projects to encourage more pupils to walk or bike to school. Their hard work was recognised at a ceremony organised by Sustrans, a charity which makes it easier for people to walk and cycle.
The projects were funded by our Air Quality Fund, which supports schools and community groups to improve air quality in Tower Hamlets.
We want to encourage even more parents, schools and community groups to help us to raise awareness as we work to build a cleaner, more sustainable borough.
Mayflower Primary School has achieved the top SATs results, coming out on top of all 15,000 state and independent primary schools in England.
A big thank you to all those who have registered to vote in the general election on Thursday 12 December.
Remember that you can view the full election timetable and see who is standing to be the borough’s next two MPs, alongside other important information on our website.
We’re on the hunt for volunteer planters to come along to our community tree planting event in Mile End Park this Saturday 30 November from 10am - 1pm. British woodland tree species will be planted on Haverfield Green as part of the Woodland Trusts Big Climate Fightback.
No previous tree-planting experience required and all equipment will be provided – just bring yourself and a heap of enthusiasm.
The council’s CCTV team was all smiles after being recognised at the borough commander’s commendation ceremony on Friday 22 November.
Using its skill and knowledge, the team help to identify and prevent crime in the borough to keep the public safe. The CCTV team was commended for its exceptional dedication, commitment and professionalism.
A massive thank you to the people behind the camera for keeping our community safe.
We have launched a new gambling policy which promises to protect the borough’s most vulnerable residents from being exploited by big bookies.
The three-year policy will prevent gambling shops from opening near schools or in deprived neighbourhoods and help to make sure that gaming products are not aimed at young people. Last year, the Gambling Commission revealed it had fined gaming companies nearly £20 million for failing to protect the UK's 460,000 problem gamblers.
The revised policy will come into effect from 14 December 2019.
Safer travel in Wapping
We want to hear your thoughts on proposals that will make it safer and easier to walk or wheel in Wapping.
The potential changes include a pocket park, a pedestrian crossing and wider pavements and dropped kerbs to make it easier to get around the area.
You have until Monday 16 December to share your thoughts on the plans.
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It’s not too late to shape our budget
This year we are spending £342.6 million on public services. We’ve worked hard to make £190 million in savings since 2010, but we still have to save an extra £39 million by 2023.
We’re currently consulting on our budget for next year, so tell us about the things that matter to you and your community by next Thursday 5 December online.
You can also join us for our Ask the Mayor Budget Special on Thursday 16 January, 7pm - 9pm at Spotlight, 30 Hay Currie St, E14 6GN.
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Help us keep our cohesive community
We’re proud to have one of the UK’s most culturally diverse areas with a history of welcoming people from all backgrounds. Give us your views by Sunday 8 December on ‘Our Tower Hamlets’ draft cohesion plan and help us ensure that the borough stays a place that welcomes all.
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Exhibition: ‘A’ Team Arts 40th Anniversary
Young people from all over Tower Hamlets have created stunning artworks which explore environmental issues using single-use plastics and up-cycled materials. The dream garden installation can be viewed in the Brady Art Centre garden as well as in the exhibition space and café throughout December and January. Make sure you get all of the details in your diary!
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Healthy Tower Hamlets
Have your say on how we can work together to make Tower Hamlets a healthier place to live, work and play. Join us for a cuppa and a chat at one of our Idea Stores between 9am - 4pm on the following dates:
Idea Store Bow: Tuesday 10 December
Idea Store Watney Market: Wednesday 11 December
Idea Store Chrisp Street: Friday 13 December
Idea Store Whitechapel: Saturday 14 December
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See democracy in action
You are invited to come along to see how council decisions are made by local councillors and the mayor.
Check out the calendar of this month’s town hall meetings, including Cabinet on Wednesday 18 December.
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