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Leyton man who used 3D printer to make sub-machine gun jailed 15 years

Adamski, who was also found in possession of various items relating to extreme right-wing ideology, had tried to print a crucial part needed for a semi-automatic rifle

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Council seizes 21 illegal e-bikes and mopeds in parking crackdown

A total of 17 penalty charge notices (PCN) were handed out and 19 traffic offence reports were written up across the weekend of Saturday, 17th January

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Council and government clash over state of borough’s roads

The council is demanding that the DfT revise their 'red' scoring, a move that would require ministerial approval

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Low breast cancer screening rates across London causing concern

The capital's 62.8% uptake in 2024 is significantly below the NHS’s “acceptable level” of 70%

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Traffic congestion worsened by LTNs and bus lanes in some parts of London, TfL admits

TfL streets boss still insists "nearly all" low-traffic neighbourhoods "have been huge successes"

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Only 5,547 housing starts last year in London – against 88,000 target

"Ordinary Londoners suffering the most" from failure to build enough new homes

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Royal Mail opens ‘eco-friendly’ delivery office in Leyton

The office, located on the Orient Industrial Park, replaces the previous Leyton High Road site with what is deemed a "more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient operation

Waltham Forest Echo

New renting rules ‘must be enforced’ by London borough councils

From May laws the new Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) will come into force, ending Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions and fixed-term contracts

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Mayor’s council tax precept set to rise by £20 to fund new spending

The extra money will be used to help the Met Police tackle phone theft and cover a deficit at Transport for London

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Council hikes rent for tenants by almost 5%

Residents living in council-owned homes will pay 4.8% more rent from 8th April

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I tried 6 cheap winter warmers - these actually work without touching the thermostat

From electric blankets to heated throws, battery-powered scarves to a car seat warmer powered by my cigarette lighter, these gadgets keep me warm through winter.

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Discontinued Pepsi Max flavour returns to UK after 30 years and it's 'new favourite'

A Pepsi Max flavour discontinued in the UK 30 years ago has been spotted in Home Bargains, and shoppers have labelled it their "new favourite".

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LIVE updates as 'all traffic stopped' after TWO crashes at same junction on M25

A multi-vehicle crash on the M25 means traffic is being held with long delays. Live updates here.

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LIVE updates as London Overground line suspended for hours by signal failure

A London Overground line is predicted to be suspended for hours after a signal failure. Live updates here.

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Inside the ‘fabulous’ hidden gem restaurant tucked away in a historic building

Discover the fabulous hidden gem restaurant tucked away in a Grade II listed building in London, Sessions Arts Club.

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London bin crowned as best in the world by son and dad on 'rubbish' mission

A rubbish bin enthusiast is on the hunt to find the best in the world.

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New exhibition opening this weekend brings together everyday objects and stories

Ley Lines exhibition at SPACE Ilford showcases Redbridge residents’ stories using digital art, 3D scanning and AI, exploring memory, identity and technology.

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Leyton depot bus drivers confirm four strike dates in February

Unite union members at the Lea Interchange Bus Garage in Leyton are set to strike on 6th, 7th, 20th and 21st February over alleged 'bullying' and 'union busting' by Stagecoach

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New £7.253m savings plan and council tax undecided in Redbridge

Redbridge Council proposes £7.25m budget savings for 2026/27 amid government funding boost and ongoing budget gap. Council tax decision due March.

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Waltham Forest extends leases on temporary homes in bid to save money

Having agreed to extend their leases from between three and five years to ten years and one day, Waltham Forest says it will now be eligible for a 100% subsidy on costs