News releases
22
May
2020
|
19:42
Europe/London
The Government announced today that Hackney will be among four London boroughs supporting them in a localised track and trace system to combat the coronavirus outbreak.
This will see Hackney, Camden, Barnet and Newham Councils deploying their …
22
May
2020
|
16:34
Europe/London
This year’s Hackney Carnival parade may be on hold due to the pressures of Covid-19, but that hasn’t stopped the borough’s loyal carnival collectives coming together to create a virtual version of the infamous festivities called Hackney Carnival At …
22
May
2020
|
16:13
Europe/London
Three more streets in Hackney are set to close to through-traffic to support people to walk and cycle more and improve opportunities for social distancing as public transport use decreases.
Ashenden Road in Homerton, Gore Road by Victoria Park …
21
May
2020
|
17:50
Europe/London
Hackney Council has called on the Government to deliver meaningful change for rough sleepers, as a task force is established to look at the next steps in providing support and accommodation for the thousands of rough sleepers currently housed in …
News blog
21
May
2020
|
17:27
Europe/London
The Mayor of Hackney, Philip Glanville, explains why the unfortunate removal of a tree at Woodberry Down is necessary.
11
May
2020
|
18:05
Europe/London
Like many Hackney residents, I tuned into the Prime Minister’s statement last night hoping for some clarity and a clearer sense of the Government’s plans for the coming weeks and months.
Unfortunately, Mr Johnson’s speech prompted more questions …
08
May
2020
|
09:57
Europe/London
VE Day is an important date for so many of us in Hackney, and this year we were planning to mark the 75th anniversary with a series of special celebrations at Hackney Town Hall and across the borough
For obvious reasons, we’re no longer able to …
29
April
2020
|
15:01
Europe/London
During the coronavirus pandemic, in order to help the NHS, and keep people safe it is vital that everyone follows the government's advice on self-isolation and social distancing.
Staying at home does come with it’s own challenges, it is …