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Redbridge to Focus on Fly-Tipping and Green Spaces — While Parking Charges Review Looms

Sustainability

Jul 11, 2026

Redbridge to Focus on Fly-Tipping and Green Spaces — While Parking Charges Review Looms

The council's recycling rate sits at 30%, parking permits are the cheapest in London, and a new enforcement push on fly-tipping is being planned.

HMRC Proposes Mandatory Direct Debit for VAT and PAYE — Businesses Could Be Fined for Paying the Wrong Way

National

Jul 10, 2026

HMRC Proposes Mandatory Direct Debit for VAT and PAYE — Businesses Could Be Fined for Paying the Wrong Way

A consultation open until 16 August could lead to penalties for businesses that pay their tax bills in full and on time — but via bank transfer instead of Direct Debit.

Redbridge Schools Face £17m SEND Funding Gap — As Borough Plans to Cut Primary Places

Council

Jul 10, 2026

Redbridge Schools Face £17m SEND Funding Gap — As Borough Plans to Cut Primary Places

The council's schools budget is running a significant deficit driven by soaring demand for specialist support, while primary school rolls are shrinking.

Goodmayes Hospital Death of Unidentified Man Under Investigation After Inquest Opens

Health

Jul 9, 2026

Goodmayes Hospital Death of Unidentified Man Under Investigation After Inquest Opens

An inquest has opened into the death of an unidentified man who died at Goodmayes Hospital less than a day after being detained by British Transport Police at Purfleet railway station.

Gallows Corner: August Target Set — Residents Demand Compensation

TFL

Jul 9, 2026

Gallows Corner: August Target Set — Residents Demand Compensation

Essex and Suffolk Water says repairs should finish by end of August, with TfL resurfacing to follow — but a petition is demanding a partial council tax refund for every month of delay beyond the original September 2025 deadline.

Hainault Forest Conservation Workdays — Every Friday in July, 10am–2pm

Event

Jul 9, 2026

Hainault Forest Conservation Workdays — Every Friday in July, 10am–2pm

Volunteer-led sessions maintaining hedges, woodland and farm areas at one of East London's most accessible green spaces.

Woman Dies After Being Found Unresponsive at Winston Way and Ilford Lane Junction

Crime

Jul 9, 2026

Woman Dies After Being Found Unresponsive at Winston Way and Ilford Lane Junction

The A118 westbound was closed between Griggs Approach and Ilford Lane on Wednesday morning, diverting 16 bus routes.

Struggling to Open a Bank Account? Major Banks Must Now Make It Easier

National

Jul 8, 2026

Struggling to Open a Bank Account? Major Banks Must Now Make It Easier

The FCA found that people who qualify for a basic bank account were routinely being turned away or not told the accounts existed. Thirteen major banks have now committed to change

Ilford BID Sets Out Vision for Town's Future — With Major Events Planned for 2026

Business

Jul 7, 2026

Ilford BID Sets Out Vision for Town's Future — With Major Events Planned for 2026

More than 100 business leaders and civic figures gathered at the annual Ilford BID Working Dinner to reaffirm investment in the town centre.

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Redbridge to Focus on Fly-Tipping and Green Spaces — While Parking Charges Review Looms

HMRC Proposes Mandatory Direct Debit for VAT and PAYE — Businesses Could Be Fined for Paying the Wrong Way

Redbridge Schools Face £17m SEND Funding Gap — As Borough Plans to Cut Primary Places

Goodmayes Hospital Death of Unidentified Man Under Investigation After Inquest Opens

Gallows Corner: August Target Set — Residents Demand Compensation

Hainault Forest Conservation Workdays — Every Friday in July, 10am–2pm

Woman Dies After Being Found Unresponsive at Winston Way and Ilford Lane Junction

Struggling to Open a Bank Account? Major Banks Must Now Make It Easier

Ilford BID Sets Out Vision for Town's Future — With Major Events Planned for 2026

Ilford Weekly