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Description: From aspiring entrepreneurs with a new idea, to established business owners looking to grow, Tower Hamlets Council is helping local people take the next step in their business journey.
Date:: 25th September 2026

Description: The Council has expanded its funding for school clothing grants to support more families dealing with ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
Date:: 25th September 2026

Description: More than 40,000 people visited Brick Lane on Sunday 20 September as the Brick Lane Curry Festival returned with its biggest event yet.Residents and visitors enjoyed a day of food, music, culture and community celebrations in the heart of Banglatown. The festival built on its successful return in 2025 after a nine-year break, attracting larger crowds and increased support from local businesses.
Date:: 22nd September 2026

Description: The Mayor's Cricket Cup tournament returned in August and September, with trophies presented in six categories.
Date:: 22nd September 2026

Description: Young people in Tower Hamlets can now apply for the council's Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) and University Bursary schemes for the 2027/28 academic year, helping them meet the costs of staying in education. Tower Hamlets Council is the only local authority in the country to have restored the EMA, and one of only a handful providing university grants.
Date:: 21st September 2026

Description: Partners, came together to celebrate the successful Hackney Wick and Lower Lea Valley Creative Enterprise Zone, recognising its achievements in supporting creative businesses, affordable workspace and local economic growth.
Date:: 17th September 2026

Description: The latest OurBike bike has arrived at St Paul Old Ford in Bow, joining existing locations at Oxford House in Bethnal Green and Poplar Union in Poplar.
Date:: 16th September 2026

Description: More than 200 students from 24 schools and colleges across the borough were celebrated on Saturday 12 September at the Tower Hamlets Education Awards 2026. The annual celebration, now in its third year since it was reintroduced in 2024, brought together around 900 guests including students, families, teachers, school leaders and community representatives. The awards recognised the achievement, character and contribution of young people who have demonstrated excellence both inside and outside the classroom.
Date:: 15th September 2026

Description: Charities, schools and community groups delivered thousands of hours of free holiday activities and healthy meals for young people during the summer holidays.
Date:: 15th September 2026

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