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Bethnal Green housing scheme wins prestigious national design award

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The Bancroft and Wickford Street development, delivered by the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, was selected by a panel of experts for its inclusive, sustainable, and community-focused design. The Housing Design Awards are supported by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, the Royal Institute of British Architects, and the Royal Town Planning Institute.
Date:
8th October 2025
Annual Christmas Card competition launches

Annual Christmas Card competition launches

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Is your child a budding artist? Make sure they enter the council's Christmas card competition to be in with a chance of appearing on the official festival cards from the council.
Date:
8th October 2025

Statement on attack at East Sussex Mosque

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Statement on attack on East Sussex Mosque
Date:
6th October 2025

Applications now open for financial support for further education

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Young people in Tower Hamlets can now apply for this year's Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) and University Bursary schemes, to support them with the costs of staying in education.
Date:
6th October 2025

Statement on attack on Manchester synagogue

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Statement on attack on Manchester synagogue
Date:
2nd October 2025
More than 50,000 participants enjoyed a wonderful Summer of Fun

More than 50,000 participants enjoyed a wonderful Summer of Fun

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More than 50,000 residents and visitors flocked to parks, youth, and children's centres, Idea Stores and libraries, sports venues and leisure centres, to enjoy hundreds of activities and events hosted by the council as part of this year's Summer of Fun programme.
Date:
2nd October 2025
Standing Firm in Power and Pride: Black History Month 2025

Standing Firm in Power and Pride: Black History Month 2025

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Tower Hamlets Council has commissioned a varied programme of events and activities throughout October to mark Black History Month.  Standing Firm in Power and Pride is the national theme for Black History Month 2025, and it is a powerful tribute to the resilience, strength, and unwavering commitment to progress that defines the Black community across the globe. The council is inviting people of all backgrounds to celebrate those individuals and communities in our borough.
Date:
2nd October 2025
Have your say on the 10-year vision for the borough

Have your say on the 10-year vision for the borough

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An ambitious and fairer borough where everyone has access to quality housing, healthcare and education are just some of the key priorities residents want to see by 2035.
Date:
1st October 2025
248 students celebrated at Tower Hamlets Education Awards 2025

248 students celebrated at Tower Hamlets Education Awards 2025

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248 students from across the borough were celebrated at the weekend at the Tower Hamlets Education Awards 2025. The event, which was held on Saturday 27 September at Mile End Stadium, acknowledged the dedication, talent and resilience of pupils in Tower Hamlets.
Date:
30th September 2025
Director of Corporate Property and Estates appointed

Director of Corporate Property and Estates appointed

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Tower Hamlets Council has appointed Sam Brown as its new Director of Corporate Property and Estates.
Date:
25th September 2025
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