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- Tower Hamlets Council selected as the only London council for national Government initiative Young Futures Hubs.
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- 11th December 2025
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- Winners of this year's keenly contested Tower Hamlets in Bloom competition were honoured at a prestigious awards ceremony which took place at the Art Pavilion in Mile End Park on 10 December.
- Date:
- 11th December 2025
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- ollowing investment in new facilities, targeted community engagement, and pilot projects designed to make recycling easier and more accessible for residents, the council is pleased to have recorded a significant improvement in its recycling rate.
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- 10th December 2025
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- A statement from the Council on the recent EY auditors report.
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- 8th December 2025
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- Tower Hamlets has been praised for its 'strong financial management', 'high quality services' and 'commitment to continuous improvement' in delivering recommendations made by an LGA Corporate Peer Challenge two years ago.
- Date:
- 4th December 2025
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- In response to misinformation circulating in the public domain relating to one of the Council's care providers, Apasen, the Council wanted to make clear its position.
- Date:
- 3rd December 2025
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- 35 young people were celebrated at the Youth Leaders and Youth Volunteers Award ceremony on Thursday 27 November. The event recognised the achievements of young people who undertook the Voices of Youth Creating Empowerment (VOYCE) 12-week programme, and other influential young volunteers that have helped throughout the year.
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- 3rd December 2025
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- An independent Annual Residents Survey shows community cohesion in Tower Hamlets remains strong.
- Date:
- 2nd December 2025
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- Tower Hamlets Council has launched a landmark draft Housing Strategy 2025–2035, setting out a bold, evidence-led roadmap to address one of London's most acute housing crises.
- Date:
- 2nd December 2025
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- Discover unique Christmas gifts under £20 from independent shops in Tower Hamlets. Watch our videos, meet the makers, and support local businesses that keep our high streets thriving.
- Date:
- 1st December 2025