I’m grateful to National Trading Standards Scams Team and our barristers for their support and excellent work in prosecuting rogue letting agents who targeted newcomers. Sending a clear message to rogue agents, we will protect our residents and ensure laws are followed. ➡️ towerhamlets.gov.uk/News_events/20…

I'm delighted with the launch of our two new youth centres in Tower Hamlets this week, located in Bigland Green (Shadwell) and Christian Street (Whitechapel). It represents just part of the £13.7 million invested in youth provisions ever year. ➡️ towerhamlets.gov.uk/News_events/20…

I'm proud to have made Tower Hamlets Council the first in the country to introduce free school meals for all pupils aged 4-16. This #NationalSchoolMealsWeek I'm calling on the national government to fund universal free school meals everywhere so no child goes hungry at school.

Thanks to everyone who took part in our #IslamophobiaAwarenessMonth Conference. Tower Hamlets has a proud history of standing up to racism, from Cable Street to recently stopping the far-right marching through our streets. We will never allow our community to be divided by hate.

Today is #WhiteRibbonDay, shining a light on the appalling fact that 1 in 12 women are victims of gender-based violence each year. We are determined to tackle the scourge of violence against women and girls and recently published details of this vital work with our partners.

Thrilled to share Tower Hamlets Council children’s services have been Graded Outstanding by Ofsted! A testament to our staff, young people, and Lutfur Rahman’s historic investments. Thank you to all our partners! #OfstedOutstanding 👉 files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/502660…

🚨ANNOUNCEMENT: Tower Hamlets named by the The Times as one of the best places to live in the UK & the best place in East London. I'm proud of our investment in the borough and our excellent services, and that we have made history with groundbreaking support for our community.

More than 1,200 knives have been taken off the streets of Tower Hamlets since April 2024. Thanks to the six knife amnesty bins installed by @Word4Weapons, residents can dispose of their knives and weapons anonymously and safely.

Tackling the scourge of domestic violence is a top priority for Lutfur Rahman and me, which is why we have increased funding for support services. We have not cut funding and will work with Solace Women's Aid United Voices of the World to find a resolution.

Why single out Bengali when there are signs in Cantonese, Hindi, Punjabi, Arabic, French, German, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic and more? Bengali is the second most spoken language in London after English. Having Bengali and English signs in Whitechapel station pays tribute to the

Today we launched our new Anti Crime Task Force We have already invested over £4m in enforcement resources since 2022, with another £4m to be invested by 2026. It includes: 📝 Recruiting 40 more THEOs 🚓 26 council funded police officers 🐕 A dog patrol service 📹 Upgraded CCTV

🚨ANNOUNCEMENT: I've launched the Mayor's Anti-Crime Taskforce in Tower Hamlets, with more investment in community safety than any other local authority in London. We’re leading the way in showing how councils can invest to make our communities safer and fill the void created by

Earlier this week, I made my debut on ITV News, talking about our investment in community safety. No other borough has spent as much to make residents feel safer. I am confident this long term investment will pay off!

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Last week, Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan visited The Royal London Hospital Barts Health 🏥 Since 2022, the London-wide violence reduction unit has supported over 3,100 young people. Read more 👉 orlo.uk/Us3bX

Looking for a fulfilling and dynamic career where you can make a real difference in your community? Become a Tower Hamlets Enforcement Officer (THEO). Applications are open until Sunday 30 March. Find out more: orlo.uk/KyiAY

Tower Hamlets Police in partnership with Tower Hamlets Council have obtained Permanent Closure Orders on 3 known Cannabis Cafes as part of Op Apatite. They seized drugs totalling £9000, weapons & cash. We are targeting venues, owners & landlords who allow this illegal trade to happen.

Yesterday we hosted a joint event with Tower Hamlets Police, to update residents and businesses on how we’re tackling crime and anti-social behaviour in and around Altab Ali Park. Read the results of the project so far: orlo.uk/sTKH7

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On Friday (04/04) we were in Altab Ali Park working in partnership with @towerhamletsnow THEOs, engaging with the community as part of our joint project, Clear, Hold, Build. For more info 👇: towerhamlets.gov.uk/lgnl/community…