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Community Safety · Tower HamletsNeutron Tower fire: Residents still displaced a month on
A month after a fire ripped through Neutron Tower in Poplar, killing one man and displacing hundreds, many residents remain in temporary accommodation. They face ongoing costs for their empty homes while awaiting repairs and safety checks.
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Courts · Tower HamletsRoy Hallissey jailed for machete possession after court no-show
Roy Hallissey has pleaded guilty to multiple charges including possession of a bladed article and breaching a criminal behaviour order. He was arrested in Poplar market after failing to appear in court for offences including a stabbing. Sentencing is scheduled for October 7.
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Community Safety · Tower HamletsNeutron Tower fire: Residents face weeks in hotels
Over 50 residents of Neutron Tower in Poplar remain in temporary hotel accommodation following a fire on 12 September that claimed one life. Building manager First Port has indicated residents may need to stay in hotels for at least another eight days as investigations and repairs continue.
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Community Safety · Tower HamletsPoplar tower block fire damages flat, residents evacuated
A fire broke out on the 17th floor of a tower block on Blackwall Way in Poplar, east London. Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters attended the incident, which was brought under control by 06:40 BST. Around 50 residents evacuated the building.
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