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- Community leaders, residents, and representatives of the Bangladesh High Commission gathered at Altab Ali Park in Whitechapel in the early hours of February 21 to observe United Nations' (UN) International Mother Language Day.
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- 23rd February 2026
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- The largest investment in council housing improvements in the history of Tower Hamlets has been approved.
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- 18th February 2026
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- More than £230,000 has been invested in upgrades at Mile End Park Leisure Centre, including the transformation of the multi-courts and upgrades to the stadium.
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- 17th February 2026
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- From today, drivers can pay for parking across the borough using their preferred app, including RingGo, PayByPhone, JustPark, and others, creating a simpler system for everyone.
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- 17th February 2026
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- Tower Hamlets Council has formally submitted its draft new Local Plan to the Secretary of State for independent examination (Monday 16 February).
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- 17th February 2026
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- Residents on the Royal Mint Garden Estate in Tower Hill enjoyed a fun day at the start of the school half-term break, in celebration of completed capital works to install a children's play area, outdoor gym facilities, new outdoor seating, and new landscaping.
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- 17th February 2026
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- The London Borough of Tower Hamlets is taking part in the London-wide Engine Off, Every Stop campaign, working alongside Camden and Hounslow councils to tackle air pollution caused by vehicle engine idling.
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- 11th February 2026
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- Columbia Road Flower Market has been named Best Market Attraction at the Great British Market Awards, marking its second year in a row winning a national title.
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- 10th February 2026
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- Young Tower Hamlets launch its first dedicated girls youth centre, its 20th youth centre.
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- 4th February 2026
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- Shine a spotlight on the extraordinary women who are helping to balance the scales for gender equity at the Tower Hamlets Women's Awards 2026.
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- 4th February 2026