Havering Council have announced that the Gardens of Remembrance and some of the memorials and ashes burial areas at South Essex Crematorium have now reopened to visitors from 9am to 7pm daily, although some areas still remain closed (please check before attending). This follows the announcement earlier in the week... read more →

In order to gain a greater understanding of the impact the coronavirus outbreak is having on businesses in the borough, Havering Council have launched an online Business Impact Survey. The survey is intended to assist them understand the best way that they can help businesses, both during and after this... read more →

(Breaking news - 6pm Wednesday 22 April) It has just been confirmed to local Residents' Association councillors that Havering Council will be resuming green bin waste collections from Monday 27 April. The collection dates will be as per the published collection calendar. The Council have also said that they will... read more →

Havering Council have announced that Upminster Cemetery has been re-opened to visitors from 9am to 7pm on every day. However, the grounds of South Essex Crematorium remain closed at present due to operational reasons. For visitors, the South Chapel car park is currently closed and the East Chapel car park... read more →

The Government has launched a business support tool to help businesses and self-employed people find the financial support options available to them during the coronavirus crisis. The tool has a simple online questionnaire, which can be accessed via the Government website.

Haven House Children’s Hospice, based in Woodford Green, is currently supporting 30 sick children and their families who live in Havering and is working closely hand-in-hand with the NHS to ensure that sick children and those approaching end of life but without COVID-19 can be safely brought out of hospital,... read more →

Many people are not aware that you can call the police using the 999 system, even if you are not able to speak to them for reasons such as a domestic abuse situation. However, this will only work if you dial 55 at the correct time, to confirm a genuine... read more →

Last weekend (10-11 April 2020) Havering Council delivered copies of their 'Good to Know' booklet to all households in the borough. The booklet contains useful information and contact numbers, for use during the current coronavirus pandemic. If anyone has not received a copy of the booklet, you can request a... read more →

During this difficult time, there is the potential for a negative effect on peoples well-being, especially those who are isolated, vulnerable and bereaved. Havering Mind is launching their #WeAreNotAlone online campaign and inviting everyone to join in on social media, to let people know that they are not alone, that... read more →

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust have launched a ‘Thinking of you’ service to allow people to send letters and images to relatives and friends currently staying in their hospitals. These letters and images will be printed and delivered to patients by their PALS team every day from Monday... read more →

Proud to Care London is a job site aimed specifically at recruiting people into jobs in the care sector. Now more than ever, they are looking for people who are able to do crucial jobs in care, to help London tackle Covid-19 and provide much needed care and support to... read more →

London Councils operate a subsidised service for use with 'Black cab' taxis called Taxicard. To give better support during the current coronavirus outbreak they have extended the scheme to include booking drivers to pick up and deliver essential supplies. The scheme has also been extended to allow friends and family... read more →