Tower Hamlets Council

Do you live or work in Bethnal Green? We want to improve public spaces and make it easier to get around. Join us at a workshop tomorrow, 6.30–9pm, at Professional Development Centre, 229 Bethnal Green Road, E2 6AB, to discuss ideas and design proposals. http://socsi.in/RTsVP

Hear latest plans from councils who are taking action on tackling climate change as part of #LDNClimateAction week on Monday (6pm-8pm) at #Whitechapel Tower Hamlets Idea Stores Speakers: @TowerHamletsNow @RNBlake @maspatel01 @HackneyEnergy @Bromley_By_Bow Register here: http://socsi.in/rKose

Tower Hamlets is reviewing its Gambling Policy and seeking your views. If you have an interest in gambling, you can take part in the consultation until midnight on Thursday 27 June 2019:

Yesterday we welcomed almost 100 businesses to the Tower Hamlets Business Summit. It was fantastic to see so many people eagerly joining the conversation about how we can make our borough an even better place to live, work and do business. You can read more here > http://socsi.in/BnBbu

Are you a small not-for-profit organisation helping local people into work? We’ve joined London Councils and European Social Fund to offer grants of up to £20,000.
The deadline is 12pm on 5 July. Find out more inc Town Hall workshop next Monday July 1: http://socsi.in/74Vdh

This morning John Biggs and @mayorofhackney joined staff and councillors from both councils, as well as community representatives to unveil this special rainbow crossing to celebrate Pride.
The crossing at the Hackney Road junction with Queensbridge Road, spans the borders of Tower Hamlets and Hackney Council and is a colourful and powerful symbol of pride, celebration and solidarity with our LGBT+ friends and neighbours.
Coming Together to recreate the famous Beatles Abbey Road crossing photo are (left to right) Cllr Carole Williams from Hackney Council, Philip Glanville, Mayor of Hackney, John Biggs, Mayor of Tower Hamlets and Cllr Kevin Brady from Tower Hamlets Council.

What issues matter to you? Our Overview & Scrutiny Committee examines council services & holds decisions to account. The next meeting is today at 6.30pm. Residents can now also suggest future topics to be looked into. Visit http://socsi.in/kqEfv and hear more from Cllr King.

MIDDAY TODAY APPLICATION DEADLINE ALERT!
We're proud to be investing £180,000 a year to support our local voluntary & community groups with a new small grants programme.
If you're working on an application, please ensure it's returned by 12pm today.... http://socsi.in/ZOhwJ
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Are you a small not-for-profit organisation helping local people into work? We’ve joined London Councils and European Social Fund to offer grants of up to £20k. Deadline is 12pm on 5 July. Find out more inc Town Hall workshops tomorrow (June 24) & July 1: http://socsi.in/UEuQV

Come to The Great Get Together picnic @VickyParkLondon tomorrow, 12–3pm. Inspired by Jo Cox (1974 – 2016), the event celebrates all that unites us as communities. Listen to music on the bandstand and learn about sporting and community groups that use the park. @VickyParkFriend

Today is #WindrushDay and we'd like to thank, honour and recognise the incredible contribution the Windrush generation has made on our borough and beyond. See more below.

We are holding a Youth Market for traders aged 17-25 in Roman Road Square on Saturday 20 July.
Run your own stall and the best business ideas can earn a chance to qualify for a national competition and cash prizes.
E-mail antony.hearmon@towerhamlets.gov.uk for more details

MIDDAY MONDAY 24 JUNE DEADLINE ALERT!
We're proud to be investing £180,000 a year to support our local voluntary & community groups with a new small grants programme. Check out this great opportunity & make sure that any bids are in by 12pm on Monday. http://socsi.in/9a4dL

We’re really excited about #LiveableStreets – a four-year programme aiming to improve the look and feel of public spaces in our neighbourhoods and make it easier to get around by foot, bike and public transport. 👟🚲🚌
Check out these photos from the official launch event and read about it at: https://bit.ly/2x3Cr0j #LoveYourNeighbourhood 💚

The consultation on the proposal to close Raine's Foundation school is live. You can register your views until July 24. http://socsi.in/dzI5j

Are you a small not-for-profit organisation helping local people into work? We’ve joined London Councils & European Social Fund to offer grants of up to £20k. Deadline is 12pm on 5 July. Find out more inc Town Hall workshops next Monday June 24 & July 1: http://socsi.in/RsoUt

Today is #MakeMusicDayUK! We're proud to support Tower Hamlets Arts and Music Education Service who offer opportunities for young people to learn and play music.
THAMES provides free instrument hire and tuition as well as support for schools. For more information, visit http://socsi.in/1rnjU