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Exciting upgrades coming to Hackney Downs Courts and Outdoor Facilities

Hackney Council secures £105,000 to refurbish Hackney Downs basketball courts and launches a borough-wide MUGA Charter.

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Hackney hosts launch for Office of the Windrush Commissioner

Hackney Council hosted the launch of the Office of the Windrush Commissioner, which aims to deliver justice to those affected by the Windrush Scandal.

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Hackney is London's number one borough for Green Flag Parks!

Hackney has been named the London borough with the most Green Flag Awards, after receiving 33 of the prestigious awards — the international benchmark for well-managed, accessible, and biodiverse public spaces.

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Hackney Council to accelerate improvements to its Housing Service

Plan to help enhance the service tenants receive from the Council's Housing Service 

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A big upgrade is underway at open water swimming "hidden gem"

Work on the  transformation of Hackney’s iconic West Reservoir Centre in Woodberry Down has started.

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Free summer guide for young people in Hackney returns

Young Hackney's Summer Activities Guide returns this summer, with free activities for young people throughout July & August. 

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Hackney to set bold new targets to tackle air pollution

Residents and businesses are being invited to share their views on a new plan that would put Hackney at the forefront of UK efforts to improve air quality. 

Deputy Mayor of Hackney, Anntoinette Bramble, during a visit to Cardinal Pole Catholic School, 2023 (credit Gary Manhine)

Happy, healthy and heard: Our vision for Hackney’s children and young people

Cllr Anntoinette Bramble, Deputy Mayor of Hackney, reflects on the achievements and challenges of recent years, as the Council sets up its education priorities for the next three years

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Share your views on the future of education in Hackney

A consultation is now open on Hackney’s draft Education Strategic Plan for 2025-2028.

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Hackney Central Library set for major revamp

Big improvements are coming soon to Hackney Central Library, shaped with the local community.

Hackney Council and Department for Education representatives at the opening of the Hackney Care Leavers Hub in June 2025. From left to right: Mark Ridell MBE, National Adviser for Care Leavers, Diane Benjamin, Director of Children’s Social Care, Jahnine Davis, National Kinship Care Ambassador, Janet

A new space for Hackney care leavers

Hackney's new Care Leavers Hub opened in June.

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Hackney recognises the contribution of His Majesty’s Forces on Armed Forces Day

Hackney paid tribute to the brave service people in the British Armed Forces with a ceremony on Armed Forces Day.