Not everything can go in a bulky waste collection. Some items can’t be collected in bulky waste – like DIY waste, chemicals or American-style fridge freezers. Don’t forget check the list before booking visit: orlo.uk/3gMzl #LetsLoveNewham

It’s almost time for our clothing swap - will we see you there? #clothingswap

Tonight at #Newham's Full Council meeting. I spoke up for the people of #CustomHouse who want housing, jobs and skills. Our Growth Plan should involve residents; esp. those in the south of the borough who do not always feel consulted about what is right for them and their area.

Thank you to John Morris & Rokhsana Fiaz OBE for inviting me to speak to Newham London 💙 tonight. So much great work happening across the borough - genuinely transformative. And so much more to do!

On #WorldHomelessDay, I’m proud that this Government is taking real action to tackle homelessness - with £84 million in extra funding for councils across the country, including £880,266 for Newham. 🏠❤️ gov.uk/government/new….

Today was my resident surgery in #CustomHouse Library. Good to speak with our friendly PCSO, who gave a brilliant safety talk to children. Two housing cases to escalate for further action. An array of gold books for #BlackHistoryMonth on display 📚. #Newham

Josie Woods got her break aged 16. A dancer & choreographer she toured the UK music halls and appeared at the Palladium In 1997 her work was featured in the BBC documentary Black Britain. She’s named on 2021’s black tube map Read more tinyurl.com/4bymxtkh #BlackHistoryMonth

Nominate an exceptional individual, entrepreneur, group or organisation for a 2025 Newham Civic Award, in association with Berkeley Group Choose from 10 award categories across creativity, wellness, volunteering, community wealth and more: orlo.uk/X3jWu

Two events to share this week: ♻️Eco7's group meeting on the 16th Oct 🥘And an All4Free giveaway on the 26th. All welcome!

🧠🎨 Older Wellbeing Group Last week they explored trust and drew their own “safe place”—opening up great conversations about coping, friendships and feeling secure. 👧🧑 Who it’s for: Young people who’d benefit from a supportive space to build confidence, communication and

London is proud to host Japan's Grand Sumo Tournament this week - it's fantastic to see the the teams using our cycling infrastructure to get around.

Cllr John C Whitworth joined our enforcement team on patrol in Stratford, uncovering evidence of fly-tipping and tracing the waste back to those responsible. Offenders face fines of up to £480 or prosecution. Report fly tippers: my.newham.gov.uk/Report-It/Repo… #LetsLoveNewham

Keep Britain Tidy do great work campaigning against litter in the UK. Their campaign to reduce litter from cigarettes butts - the country’s most littered item - has reduced cigarette litter by 17%. If you smoke make sure you bin your butt! 🚬🚯

Join our Fostering Information Sessions by signing up today: orlo.uk/2UzU9 Find out what fostering is really like, meet our friendly team and learn how we'll support you every step of the way.

Cllr John C Whitworth joined our enforcement team in Stratford, tackling fly-tipping head-on. From July 2024 to June 2025, we issued 1,072 fines to those caught dumping illegally. Offenders face fines of up to £480 or prosecution. Report: orlo.uk/qz858 #LetsLoveNewham

A week of many hats this one! The highlights - 📚Taking part in the Odessa-St James amalgamation consultation 🌍 Speaking about COP30 at the CAFOD APPG 🏫 And visiting Parliament to speak to our fab MP Uma, with the best Labour members in the business 🌹

New name, same wild adventures 🌿 — Into The Wild (formerly Garden Rangers) 🌿 For ages 5–11, every Saturday 10am–12pm at Terence Brown Arc, Hermit Road Park, E16 4JT. Activities include bug hunts, sowing & growing, bird watching, nature crafts, shelter building, fire safety,

Happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas from Mayor Rokhsana Fiaz OBE OBE, Cllrs and everyone at Newham Council.

Here's a version of the English nursery rhyme, "The Grand Old Duke of York" 🎶 about the man who says he isn't going to call himself it anymore ... though whether he should be taken at his word ... 🤔

🎄 Orders now open: Community Christmas Trees 2025! Established by our founder Kevin Jenkins OBE (2011), the enterprise continues in his memory — and every tree sold helps us support local children and young people. 💛 Why choose us? 🌲 Sustainably sourced • ✂️ Freshly cut •