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New children's library opens at Idea Store Canary Wharf

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Young children who attended a story time session were amongst the first visitors to celebrate the creation of a new children's library at Idea Store Canary Wharf. Tower Hamlets Council and Canary Wharf Group are working in partnership, spending £1.4m on improving and increasing the learning offer for residents, at Idea Store Canary Wharf.
Date:
5th September 2025
Landmark regeneration scheme for London's riverfront approved

Landmark regeneration scheme for London's riverfront approved

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Plans for a major regeneration scheme which will see creation of a new neighbourhood on the north bank of the River Thames, were approved at Tower Hamlets Council meeting
Date:
5th September 2025

Young traders shine at national market competition finals for the first time

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Young entrepreneurs from Tower Hamlets have truly excelled in this year's Young Traders Market campaign, a national initiative run by the National Market Traders Federation (NMTF) to support 16–30-year-olds in launching and testing their products.
Date:
4th September 2025
£1m a year boost for School Clothing Grants

£1m a year boost for School Clothing Grants

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Tower Hamlets is leading the way by providing school clothing grants for new school starters, from families with household incomes of up to £50,350.
Date:
3rd September 2025
Shared Lives scheme rated Good by Care Quality Commission

Shared Lives scheme rated Good by Care Quality Commission

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Tower Hamlets Council's Shared Lives service has been rated 'Good' following its first inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Shared Lives matches adults with a learning disability with carefully approved carers, who welcome them into their homes and family life. This approach helps people live more independently, form lasting relationships, and remain connected to their communities.
Date:
27th August 2025
Thousands of students across Tower Hamlets celebrate their GCSE results

Thousands of students across Tower Hamlets celebrate their GCSE results

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The future is bright for nearly 3,000 pupils received their GCSE results in secondary schools across Tower Hamlets yesterday.
Date:
22nd August 2025

Partnership inspection finds children and young people with SEND are valued in Tower Hamlets

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The latest Ofsted and CQC inspection of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services in Tower Hamlets has praised the range and quality of support for children and their families.
Date:
21st August 2025
Be Well celebrates first year with community giveaway and continued investment

Be Well celebrates first year with community giveaway and continued investment

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Be Well celebrates first year with community giveaway and continued investment
Date:
21st August 2025
Statement on flags outside Britannia Hotel

Statement on flags outside Britannia Hotel

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A statement from the council
Date:
19th August 2025
Over 1,000 residents take part in Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week 2025

Over 1,000 residents take part in Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week 2025

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Residents across the borough came together from 30 June to 6 July to mark Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Awareness Week 2025, with a packed schedule of events aimed at promoting safety, awareness, and reporting paths.
Date:
19th August 2025
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