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11 east London businesses have been fined for employing workers illegally including Gallows Corner MOT's

11 east London businesses have been fined for employing workers illegally including Gallows Corner MOT's

Revealed - all the latest east London businesses fined for having illegal workers

Heritage Day Nursery, in Dagenham, owed more than £2,000 to two workers

Heritage Day Nursery, in Dagenham, owed more than £2,000 to two workers

Dagenham nursery named on government list as failing to pay staff more than £2,000

Stock image of a permit parking sign

Stock image of a permit parking sign

Barking and Dagenham Council

Controlled parking zones to cover WHOLE of Barking and Dagenham under new proposals

A man has tragically died after falling from a balcony in Barking

A man has tragically died after falling from a balcony in Barking

London Ambulance Service

Man dies after major emergency response sparked by concerns on east London balcony

Major improvement works at Dagenham Heathway have been completed but more alterations are set to come

Major improvement works at Dagenham Heathway have been completed but more alterations are set to come

Barking and Dagenham Council

Cycle lanes and parking changes in Dagenham Heathway complete - but more work to come

LIVE as air ambulance attends east London assault

LIVE as air ambulance attends east London assault

RECAP as air ambulance attends east London assault

Police were called to reports of a fight in Dagenham last night

Police were called to reports of a fight in Dagenham last night

Teenager stabbed in east London as boy, 16, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

Dagenham Heathway may be redeveloped - here's everything we know about the proposal

Dagenham Heathway may be redeveloped - here's everything we know about the proposal

Barking and Dagenham Council

Everything we know about Heathway redevelopment including shopping centre demolition

Three gambling premises in Heathway, Dagenham

Three gambling premises in Heathway, Dagenham

Barking and Dagenham Council

'Everywhere you go in Barking you see gambling stores' - concern at number of bookies

Police are appealing for information

Police are appealing for information

Metropolitan Police

Man in hospital after 'assault involving group of youths' on busy high street

Police and forensic services after an assault in a pub on Heathway

Police and forensic services after an assault in a pub on Heathway

Metropolitan Police

Four men arrested after assault victim suffers cardiac arrest at pub

The latest step has been taken in the proposed demolition and redevelopment of Dagenham Heathway

The latest step has been taken in the proposed demolition and redevelopment of Dagenham Heathway

Barking and Dagenham Council

Next step taken in plans to demolish Dagenham shopping centre for 500 new homes

The District line was partially suspended in the wake of the emergency

The District line was partially suspended in the wake of the emergency

British Transport Police

Person taken to hospital after 'casualty on tracks' at District line station

News

'Industry-leading' holiday homes manufacturer enters administration

Cach is putting on his dancing shoes for the new series.

Cach is putting on his dancing shoes for the new series.

Who is Cach Mercer? The Love Islander taking on Strictly Come Dancing 2026

A new application for a premises licence for the retail sale of alcohol on Leven Road has been submitted

A new application for a premises licence for the retail sale of alcohol on Leven Road has been submitted

New premises licence application submitted for Zuzu

Ibis London Barking is one of seven hotels purchased by Starboard Hotels in partnership with LaSalle Investment Management

Ibis London Barking is one of seven hotels purchased by Starboard Hotels in partnership with LaSalle Investment Management

East London hotel joins major seven-property acquisition deal

Avoid doing these things when washing your car.

Avoid doing these things when washing your car.

Expert reveals 4 common car cleaning mistakes that could cost you over £3000

Harry Styles has announced more UK tour dates for 2027

Harry Styles has announced more UK tour dates for 2027

Harry Styles announces new 2027 UK tour dates for Together, Together tour

Chris is putting down the curlers and picking up his dancing shoes.

Chris is putting down the curlers and picking up his dancing shoes.

Who is Chris Appleton? 'World-renowned' hairstylist taking on Strictly Come Dancing

Brits typically fall into one of six learning personalities

Personal Finance

A fifth of parents haven't put money aside to support their kids into adulthood

Brits are more likely to find style inspiration from strangers than celebrities

Actor Noel Clarke has been charged with sexual assault, voyeurism and exposure over alleged offences against five women between 2007 and 2016

Actor Noel Clarke has been charged with sexual assault, voyeurism and exposure over alleged offences against five women between 2007 and 2016

Doctor Who actor Noel Clarke charged with sex offences by Metropolitan Police

Shane Richie appeared via video link under his real name, Shane Roche, at Colchester Magistrates’ Court

Shane Richie appeared via video link under his real name, Shane Roche, at Colchester Magistrates’ Court

EastEnders star Shane Richie pleads not guilty in court and faces trial

Sport

The Daggers had to make do with a draw against Horsham (Image: Arfa/Griffiths Photographers)

Dagenham and Redbridge FC

Dagenham & Redbridge held by Horsham despite late chances

Dagenham 88 enjoyed the eighth race in the Elvis series hosted by Barking Roadrunners (Image: Dag88)

Dagenham 88 enjoyed the eighth race in the Elvis series hosted by Barking Roadrunners (Image: Dag88)

Barking Roadrunners

Barking Roadrunners and Dagenham 88 enjoy packed weekend of racing action

Club president David Wharf (right) presents a £3,000 cheque to Karen Cavanagh of the Stroke Association (Image: St Chad's)

Club president David Wharf (right) presents a £3,000 cheque to Karen Cavanagh of the Stroke Association (Image: St Chad's)

St Chad's Bowling Club

St Chad's bowlers celebrate titles and £3,000 charity fundraising success

Barking FC beat Ilford in a local derby on Saturday (Image: Terry Gilbert)

Barking FC beat Ilford in a local derby on Saturday (Image: Terry Gilbert)

Barking hit four past Ilford to bounce back from Heybridge Swifts setback

Nuno was all smiles after the Hammers made it back-to-back victories with Saturday's win over Derby County (Image: Steve Blowers)

Nuno was all smiles after the Hammers made it back-to-back victories with Saturday's win over Derby County (Image: Steve Blowers)

West Ham United FC

Hammers make it back-to-back victories with 3-0 win over Rams

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London News

Local rail operator c2c Railway’s Safeguarding and Security Manager, Kamaldeep (Kam) Wallis, will take on an extraordinary train pull challenge to raise vital funds for the Lady McAdden breast cancer charity

Powerlifter to pull 12 to 16-tonne steam train for breast cancer fundraiser

Band play emotional final set before indefinite hiatus

TfL encourages parents and guardians not to miss out on free or discounted travel for their children

TfL encourages parents and guardians not to miss out on free or discounted travel for their children

TfL warns London parents ahead of new school term

Innovative PELC model steering seven in 10 walk-in patients away from A&E queues

Innovative PELC model steering seven in 10 walk-in patients away from A&E queues

Majority of walk-in A&E patients diverted to more appropriate care

Sam and wife Emma with daughter Sophie

Sam and wife Emma with daughter Sophie

Woman joins fundraising walk after 26-year-old nephew suffers cardiac arrest

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London Calling

Ronnie Scott's first opened in 1959 in a basement in Gerrard Street Soho and moved to its current location in Frith Street in 1965.

The world famous London jazz club that started in a humble Soho cellar

I got a selfie with Moana at The Park Lane Hilton for a delicious Moana and Disney themed afternoon tea.

I got a selfie with Moana at The Park Lane Hilton for a delicious Moana and Disney themed afternoon tea.

We tried a Moana afternoon tea and the Disney themed cakes were welcome

I stayed at the Four Seasons Tower Bridge Heritage Suite and tried out the new Copper’s Cut restaurant - it was a delight

I stayed at the Four Seasons Tower Bridge Heritage Suite and tried out the new Copper’s Cut restaurant - it was a delight

Four Seasons Hotel

‘London’s serene and luxurious hotel, spa and steakhouse - I felt like royalty’

Fulham Pier Hotel was described as an ‘urban resort’ - and it definitely felt like it

Fulham Pier Hotel was described as an ‘urban resort’ - and it definitely felt like it

‘I stayed at London’s new urban resort hotel next door to a major football stadium’

The main bar at Upstairs at Ronnie's which opens to the public on February 6, 2026 at the world famous Ronnie Scott's Jazz club in Soho.

The main bar at Upstairs at Ronnie's which opens to the public on February 6, 2026 at the world famous Ronnie Scott's Jazz club in Soho.

Legendary jazz club Ronnie Scott's reveals opening line-up for glamorous new venue

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Cach is putting on his dancing shoes for the new series.

Cach is putting on his dancing shoes for the new series.

Who is Cach Mercer? The Love Islander taking on Strictly Come Dancing 2026

All the festive feels...Riviera Travel's Magical Paris and Festive Seine River cruise is not to be missed

All the festive feels...Riviera Travel's Magical Paris and Festive Seine River cruise is not to be missed

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Save up to £330pp on Magical Paris and Festive Seine River cruise

Harry Styles has announced more UK tour dates for 2027

Harry Styles has announced more UK tour dates for 2027

Harry Styles announces new 2027 UK tour dates for Together, Together tour

Chris is putting down the curlers and picking up his dancing shoes.

Chris is putting down the curlers and picking up his dancing shoes.

Who is Chris Appleton? 'World-renowned' hairstylist taking on Strictly Come Dancing

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National Sport

Lewis Hall has signed a new deal at Newcastle (Richard Sellers/PA)

Lewis Hall has signed a new deal at Newcastle (Richard Sellers/PA)

Lewis Hall signs new long-term deal at Newcastle

Elena Rybakina, left, beat Coco Gauff in three sets (Frank Franklin II/AP)

Elena Rybakina, left, beat Coco Gauff in three sets (Frank Franklin II/AP)

Elena Rybakina ends Coco Gauff’s US Open bid to set up Aryna Sabalenka final

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy throws a touchdown pass against the Los Angeles Rams (Doug Benc/AP)

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy throws a touchdown pass against the Los Angeles Rams (Doug Benc/AP)

San Francisco 49ers demolish Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in Melbourne

Aryna Sabalenka is back in the final (Yuki Iwamura/AP)

Aryna Sabalenka is back in the final (Yuki Iwamura/AP)

Aryna Sabalenka powers into fourth successive US Open final

Michael Carrick knows tougher tests lie ahead (Nick Potts/PA)

Michael Carrick knows tougher tests lie ahead (Nick Potts/PA)

Man Utd want to keep pushing – Michael Carrick knows tougher tests lie ahead

Jack Wilshere was sent off in the first half (Joe Giddens/PA)

Jack Wilshere was sent off in the first half (Joe Giddens/PA)

Luton angered by referee decisions as Jack Wilshere sees red in Stevenage defeat

Luton manager Jack Wilshere had to watch from the dressing room (Joe Giddens/PA)

Luton manager Jack Wilshere had to watch from the dressing room (Joe Giddens/PA)

Jack Wilshere sees red as Luton fall to Stevenage defeat

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National News

Amazon ultimately hopes to expand its drone delivery service throughout the UK (Annabel Lee-Ellis/PA)

Amazon ultimately hopes to expand its drone delivery service throughout the UK (Annabel Lee-Ellis/PA)

Amazon ‘on precipice’ of expanding drone deliveries after limited UK launch

America and the wider world is marking 25 years since the September 11 atrocity (AP)

America and the wider world is marking 25 years since the September 11 atrocity (AP)

US marks 25 years since 9/11 atrocity: ‘Moments that divide time’

The collection’s owner said he wants to sell some of the toys to free up space in his house for more models (Cheffins/PA)

The collection’s owner said he wants to sell some of the toys to free up space in his house for more models (Cheffins/PA)

Collector selling hundreds of John Deere tractor toys to ‘make space’ for more

The accident took place in Susch in the canton of Grisons (Keystone via AP)

The accident took place in Susch in the canton of Grisons (Keystone via AP)

Five dead, 40 injured in tour bus crash in eastern Switzerland

Vanessa Lawrence was on the 91st floor of the North Tower (Boudicon One, File)

Vanessa Lawrence was on the 91st floor of the North Tower (Boudicon One, File)

Artist tells of escaping from North Tower during 9/11 attacks

UK economy unexpectedly grows in July (Jordan Pettitt/PA)

UK economy unexpectedly grows in July (Jordan Pettitt/PA)

UK economy unexpectedly grew by 0.4% in July

Wetter than average conditions are expected (Yui Mok/PA)

Wetter than average conditions are expected (Yui Mok/PA)

Autumn more likely to be wetter than average bringing increased risk of floods

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