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'We're last residents on ghost town London estate - vandals are wrecking it and we're stuck here'
Those who still live in the original low-rise flats on the estate say their homes have deteriorated but they feel no closer to moving out
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Tommy Robinson to be released from prison after showing 'change in attitude'
Tommy Robinson is due to be released from prison in days after his sentence for the civil offence of contempt of court was reduced.
Two people hospitalised as Ilford church destroyed by huge fire
Part of the roof and an outbuilding were ruined by the blaze
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Tube line suspended and two others face SEVERE delays
Three tube lines are facing heavy disruption, with one suspended completely. Live updates here.
UK facing youth unemployment crisis as young people not prepared for work
UK charity, Education & Employers, is calling for urgent action to avert a ‘lost generation’ youth unemployment crisis that is now taking hold in the UK
Third man arrested after arson attacks on properties linked to Keir Starmer
A third man has been arrested on suspicion of arson over attacks on two properties and a car linked to Sir Keir Starmer.
Sisters go to Buckingham Palace for tea with the King
Barking and Dagenham College tutor Kiran Bhangal accompanied her sister - has recognised for her community work - to meet the King.
James Corden 'considering' running for Mayor of London to replace Sir Sadiq Khan
Gavin and Stacey star, James Corden, is reportedly 'open' to running for Mayor of London after talks at the BAFTA television awards.
Royal Mail text scam that is 'terrifyingly believable' could access your bank account
People are being warned about a Royal Mail scam text message that could give criminals access to bank accounts in minutes.
Uber Boats by Thames Clippers secures £59m for expansion plans
Uber Boats by Thames Clippers has secured £59 million for future expansion.
The dozen homes and buildings set for change in Barking and Dagenham
This week’s planning submissions in Barking and Dagenham include new flats, loft conversions, accessibility improvements, telecom upgrades and a children's care home proposal.
The weather forecast in London for this week with mix of warm days and heavy rain
London’s weather for the week of May 19–25 includes warm days up to 23°C, followed by scattered showers midweek and a cooler weekend.
Met police officer charged with ‘number of’ sexual offences
A Metropolitan Police officer has been charged with a number of sexual offences.
Meet the 'next gen game changer' who set up dance group in response to gang violence
Elvire Mavusi Matu from Barking and Dagenham has been named one of the UK’s ‘next generation game changers’ by the National Lottery.
A brief history of the Bakerloo line in four fascinating maps
Here's a brief history of the Bakerloo line in four fascinating maps.
The history of London's easternmost station more than a century after it opened
The Recorder is looking back at the history of Upminster station as part of our series marking the 200th anniversary of modern passenger railway in 2025.
East London's most loved celebrities according to the public
Data gathered by YouGov shows the most popular celebrities who were born or raised in east London.
Ex-Little Mix star Jesy Nelson gives birth to identical twins and reveals names
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson has given birth to identical twins nearly two months prematurely and has revealed their names.
Sir Elton John slams UK Government calling them 'absolute losers' - find out why
Sir Elton John has said he feels “incredibly betrayed” by the Government after calls for greater copyright protections against AI were rejected.
Counter-terror officers arrest another over fires at Keir Starmer's properties
Sir Keir is understood to still own the home, but lives at the Prime Minister’s official residence in Downing Street.