The Housing Engagement team has kicked off December with a busy first week of community-focused activities designed to bring residents together and support those who
Residents are invited to pick up a free Energy Saving Helper Kit this December, as part of Havering Council’s ongoing work to support households with rising energy costs.
Transport For London have confirmed a further delay to Gallows Corner. The junction is now expected to re-opening by Spring 2026. Until then, the junction is closed to all vehicle traffic except emergency services, black cabs, and Transport for London buses, while works continue.
Travel advice remains – Avoid travelling through Gallows Corner, use the diversions and expect noticeable delays during peak hours locally.
Stay well this winter with the support of the Winter Wellness Scheme.
The Winter Wellness Scheme is a community-focused initiative by Havering Council, in partnership with the NHS and local organizations, to support residents in maintaining good health and wellbeing during the winter months.
Havering Council has formally identified Arnold’s Field, Launders Lane, Rainham as “contaminated land” under Part 2A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 following extensive investigations, this action paves the way for remediation.
Havering Council is proud to be part of a pilot programme that will allow more residents to access medication that reduces the risk of getting HIV. Many people don’t know that PrEP exists, don’t consider themselves at risk, or aren’t aware that NHS services like PrEP are free.
Transport For London have announced their decision to proceed to introduce new Superloop route SL12 operating as a limited-stop service, to be introduced during 2026. The SL12 will run every 12 minutes during Monday to Saturday daytimes and every 15 minutes during Sundays, evenings and early mornings.
The launch date will be communicated nearer to the time, supported with comprehensive customer information. TfL received over 800 responses to the consultation.
Havering Council has launched a new suicide prevention campaign aimed at breaking the silence around suicide and encouraging people to seek available support.
It follows last years’ suicide prevention consultation in Havering, where residents highlighted the urgent need to reduce stigma surrounding suicide.
Gallows Corner works are to be delayed, and will not finish on it’s forecast September, although no clear end-date has been given from Transport For London or Essex & Suffolk Water as to what has caused the delay.
Havering Council is asking TfL to offset any additional costs incurred by the borough due to such delays.
People living in East London can access a new Mental Health Crisis support line by calling NHS 111 and selecting option 2, to get through to a local service and support.
