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- Community Safety · Hackney
Hoxton pub wins outdoor drinking rights after safety row
Howl At The Moon in Hoxton has secured partial approval from Hackney Council to allow outdoor drinking for up to 30 customers until 10pm. The decision follows objections from a local councillor and community group concerned about pavement safety and intimidation.
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Hackney Pub Licence Compromise After Safety Fears
Howl At The Moon pub in Hoxton has secured a revised licence allowing more outdoor patrons after residents raised concerns about pedestrian safety and intimidation. The compromise includes limits on numbers and mandatory quarterly meetings with locals.
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Hackney Community Space Denied Music Licence After Noise Complaints
Hackney Council has refused a licence for Gauchoworld Space to host music events after residents raised concerns about noise, public urination, and overcrowding. The venue's founder, Dean George, stated he has supported over 1,500 creatives.
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Courts · CamdenLabour Wins Holborn and St Pancras By-election, Greens Debate Campaign Strategy
Labour secured victory in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election with 45% of the vote. The Green Party, achieving a 33% share and a 22-point increase from the last general election, faced internal debate regarding their campaign strategy and the impact of a recent 'Zionism is racism' motion passed at their conference.
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Hackney landlord fined £30,000 for fire safety failures
Hackney Council has issued a £30,000 fine to a private landlord for neglecting fire safety concerns. This action signals the start of a new stringent policy targeting landlords who fail to maintain safe living conditions for tenants.
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Courts · HackneyHackney Greens challenged over pension fund divestment pledge
Hackney's Green administration faces scrutiny over its pledge to divest the council's pension fund from companies allegedly supporting genocide. Council officers have raised concerns that political priorities may override legal duties, while a former councillor demands clarity on specific divestments.
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Community Safety · HackneyHackney Council Scraps Social Care Cap, Bills Set to Triple for Some
Hackney Council has removed its £250 weekly cap on at-home care charges, a move expected to generate £150,000 annually. One disabled resident anticipates their monthly bill will rise from £1,000 to £3,000.
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Community Safety · HackneyHackney Council Investigates Soho House Shoreditch Over Food Safety Claims
Hackney Council has launched an investigation into a health and safety complaint at Shoreditch House, a branch of the exclusive Soho House private members' club. The probe follows claims by a former employee about the alleged mislabelling of out-of-date food.
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Courts · HackneyHackney man admits park arson
Isaac Shozi, 50, of Bodney Road, Hackney, has admitted to setting multiple fires in London Fields. The incidents occurred on August 15, the day after a national wildfire risk alert was issued. Shozi denied a more serious charge related to endangering life.
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Community Safety · HackneyHackney Greens vote down Labour bid to stop double moves for Woodberry Down tenants
Hackney Council's Green administration has voted against a Labour proposal aimed at preventing "double decanting" for residents on the Woodberry Down estate. Labour councillor Sarah Young argued that vulnerable residents would suffer from being moved twice, but the council stated the motion was unfeasible and risked finances.
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Courts · HackneyJudge calls Hackney chief executive's statement 'deeply disturbing'
A judge has described the witness statement of Hackney Council chief executive Dawn Carter-McDonald as 'deeply disturbing' and refused to remove her name from an injunction. The case concerns alleged failure to complete repairs to a leaseholder's flat by a court-ordered deadline.
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Transport Crime · HackneyHackney Floating Bus Stops Spark Safety Fears
Hackney Council's proposal for floating bus stops on Queensbridge Road has drawn sharp criticism from disabled campaigners who fear for the safety of visually-impaired and wheelchair users. A public consultation is now underway.
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Community Safety · HackneyTraders seek community asset status for Ridley Road Shopping Village
Traders at Hackney's Ridley Road Shopping Village have applied for community asset status to protect the building. Their landlord, Guy Ziser, refused lease renewals and ordered closure by March 31, citing police warnings about crime. The Metropolitan Police deny recommending closure.
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Transport Crime · HackneyHackney Council's floating bus stops face protest from disabled residents
Disabled residents and activists are protesting Hackney Council's updated plans for Queensbridge Road, which include floating bus stops. Concerns centre on the safety of visually-impaired and wheelchair users navigating fast-moving cycle lanes intersecting bus stop bypasses.
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Community Safety · HackneyWoodberry Down Disco offers free dance sessions
A new free community dance project, Woodberry Down Disco, has launched in Hackney, offering residents a low-pressure environment to connect with neighbours through music and movement. Supported by Hackney Council, the project aims for future ambitions including a resident-led dance company.
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Community Safety · HackneyHackney Council investigates security guard after protester pushed to ground
Hackney Council is investigating an incident where a security guard allegedly pushed a protester to the ground during a demonstration concerning overcrowded temporary accommodation. The protest at Hackney Town Hall involved members of Housing Action Southwark and Lambeth.
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Community Safety · HackneyHackney nursery ordered to vacate church premises by September 11
St Michael's Nurseries in Lower Clapton must leave its Church of St Jude premises by September 11, 2026, following a court order. The nursery, operating as a tenant at will since 2015, is seeking a new site with Hackney Council's support.
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Community Safety · HackneyWest Reservoir path opens, but fence sparks access row
The east bank path at Hackney's West Reservoir has opened, but a new fence restricting access to the beach and café area for non-swimmers has caused controversy. Critics argue the changes were not consulted on and represent a waste of public money.
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Community Safety · HackneyHackney Council pays £2,500 over disabled man's care delays
Hackney Council has paid £2,500 to a disabled man and his family after significant delays in moving him to supported living. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found the council's failures caused injustice and put the family at risk of breakdown.
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Courts · HackneyHackney Council ordered to pay £4,500 for autistic boy's lost education
Hackney Council has been ordered to pay £4,500 in compensation after delays meant an autistic boy missed months of education. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found the council failed to arrange alternative education within legal timeframes.
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