
Havering residents to have their say on a new strategy to reduce smoking.
Havering Council is aiming to reduce the harm caused by tobacco and vaping in the borough over the next five years and is asking residents for their views. The consultation closes on Monday 31 March 2025.

Call for more life-saving O negative blood donations.
Representatives of London’s key emergency services have come together to urge Londoners to keep coming forward to donate blood, especially those with the universal type, O negative, used in emergency situations.

Three libraries up for closure due to financial crisis.
Harold Wood, South Hornchurch and Gidea Park libraries, will go before the Council’s Cabinet and face closure.

New AI initiative aims to support people to stay healthy in north east London
A new NHS initiative that harnesses AI technology to better support those living with long-term health conditions.

GP appointments available in north east London throughout the festive period
Doctors in north east London are reminding people that choosing the right place for medical help over the Christmas holidays can help them get the treatment they need faster.
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