Waste service strike

The waste service strike is now over and we have restarted service from 27 September 2023.

Over the next few weeks, our waste service team and private waste contractors will catch up on missed collections and street cleaning as quickly as possible.

We thank everyone for their patience and apologise for the inconvenience

Find out more

Charging your e-bike and e-scooter safely

The battery in your e-bike or e-scooter could be putting you and others at risk

On average, the London Fire Brigade attended 9 e-bike and e-scooter fires a month last year. In 2023, this number is rising.

In Tower Hamlets there has been one e-bike or e-scooter related fire every month.

London Fire Brigade’s charging advice

Prevent fires and protect lives, keep yourself and others safe by following the London Fire Brigade’s advice:

  • Never charge while you are asleep or not around
  • Unplug your charger once it’s finished charging
  • Always use the correct charger for your batteries and buy any replacements from a reputable seller
  • Never block your fire escape route with e-bikes or e-scooters
  • In the event of a fire, call 999, never try to fight the fire yourself

Find out how you can keep others and yourself safe with more tips from London Fire Brigade.

 

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