Tower Hamlets Council
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Earlier this year, a fire broke out in our waste truck putting our Waste Services staff at risk. How do we avoid a fire like this taking place in our borough?
Watch our #DisposeSafe animation for the do's and dont's with Lithium-ion battery disposal: https://orlo.uk/i51GU
Watch our #DisposeSafe animation for the do's and dont's with Lithium-ion battery disposal: https://orlo.uk/i51GU
November 26, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Earlier this year, a fire broke out in our waste truck putting our Waste Services staff at risk. How do we avoid a fire like this taking place in our borough?
Watch our #DisposeSafe animation for the do's and dont's with Lithium-ion battery disposal: https://orlo.uk/i51GU
Watch our #DisposeSafe animation for the do's and dont's with Lithium-ion battery disposal: https://orlo.uk/i51GU
We’re tackling fly-posting on an international scale🪧
The council has secured its first overseas payment of Fixed Penalty Notices for illegal ads in Whitechapel. Due to cross-border collaboration, they were able to trace the company and secure payment.
Report fly-posting: https://orlo.uk/6VVYY
The council has secured its first overseas payment of Fixed Penalty Notices for illegal ads in Whitechapel. Due to cross-border collaboration, they were able to trace the company and secure payment.
Report fly-posting: https://orlo.uk/6VVYY
November 26, 2025 at 1:01 PM
We’re tackling fly-posting on an international scale🪧
The council has secured its first overseas payment of Fixed Penalty Notices for illegal ads in Whitechapel. Due to cross-border collaboration, they were able to trace the company and secure payment.
Report fly-posting: https://orlo.uk/6VVYY
The council has secured its first overseas payment of Fixed Penalty Notices for illegal ads in Whitechapel. Due to cross-border collaboration, they were able to trace the company and secure payment.
Report fly-posting: https://orlo.uk/6VVYY
Mayor Rahman had his flu jab, have you?
Flu can be serious. Protect yourself and the people you care about. ❤️
If you are over 65 you can get a free flu vaccine to stay protected. You can book now.
Find more information by visiting:
https://orlo.uk/zm3GJ
Flu can be serious. Protect yourself and the people you care about. ❤️
If you are over 65 you can get a free flu vaccine to stay protected. You can book now.
Find more information by visiting:
https://orlo.uk/zm3GJ
November 26, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Mayor Rahman had his flu jab, have you?
Flu can be serious. Protect yourself and the people you care about. ❤️
If you are over 65 you can get a free flu vaccine to stay protected. You can book now.
Find more information by visiting:
https://orlo.uk/zm3GJ
Flu can be serious. Protect yourself and the people you care about. ❤️
If you are over 65 you can get a free flu vaccine to stay protected. You can book now.
Find more information by visiting:
https://orlo.uk/zm3GJ
We’ve joined forces with Hackney and City of London for our #DontCrossTheLine campaign.
Together, we’re sending out a clear message that sexual harassment will not be tolerated in our boroughs and beyond.
https://orlo.uk/BgVUU
Together, we’re sending out a clear message that sexual harassment will not be tolerated in our boroughs and beyond.
https://orlo.uk/BgVUU
November 26, 2025 at 11:02 AM
We’ve joined forces with Hackney and City of London for our #DontCrossTheLine campaign.
Together, we’re sending out a clear message that sexual harassment will not be tolerated in our boroughs and beyond.
https://orlo.uk/BgVUU
Together, we’re sending out a clear message that sexual harassment will not be tolerated in our boroughs and beyond.
https://orlo.uk/BgVUU
🥶 Cold spots at home?
You could get up to £10,000 in free energy-saving upgrades - like cavity wall insulation.
If you own your home, have lived there 12+ months, and receive benefits like Universal Credit, you might be eligible.
📲 Apply now: https://orlo.uk/fJcfB
You could get up to £10,000 in free energy-saving upgrades - like cavity wall insulation.
If you own your home, have lived there 12+ months, and receive benefits like Universal Credit, you might be eligible.
📲 Apply now: https://orlo.uk/fJcfB
November 26, 2025 at 3:15 AM
🥶 Cold spots at home?
You could get up to £10,000 in free energy-saving upgrades - like cavity wall insulation.
If you own your home, have lived there 12+ months, and receive benefits like Universal Credit, you might be eligible.
📲 Apply now: https://orlo.uk/fJcfB
You could get up to £10,000 in free energy-saving upgrades - like cavity wall insulation.
If you own your home, have lived there 12+ months, and receive benefits like Universal Credit, you might be eligible.
📲 Apply now: https://orlo.uk/fJcfB
Tonight Tower Hamlets Town Hall and One Canada Square have been lit up in orange to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
We are proud to be joining landmarks from across the world in illuminating orange in solidarity.
We are proud to be joining landmarks from across the world in illuminating orange in solidarity.
November 25, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Tonight Tower Hamlets Town Hall and One Canada Square have been lit up in orange to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
We are proud to be joining landmarks from across the world in illuminating orange in solidarity.
We are proud to be joining landmarks from across the world in illuminating orange in solidarity.
The council supports the LGA Be a Councillor non-party political campaign to encourage more people to play an active role in their communities.
If you're standing or thinking of standing for election why not come along this Sat Nov 29 to find out more: https://orlo.uk/vdZEe
If you're standing or thinking of standing for election why not come along this Sat Nov 29 to find out more: https://orlo.uk/vdZEe
November 25, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The council supports the LGA Be a Councillor non-party political campaign to encourage more people to play an active role in their communities.
If you're standing or thinking of standing for election why not come along this Sat Nov 29 to find out more: https://orlo.uk/vdZEe
If you're standing or thinking of standing for election why not come along this Sat Nov 29 to find out more: https://orlo.uk/vdZEe
📣 Take part in a Public Review to reduce gender inequalities women face.
Join TH Women’s Commission on Tues 9 Dec at 5.30pm at the Town Hall & speak with decision makers about crime.🫶🏼
You can join in person or online.
Book your free place now https://orlo.uk/tL3SL
Join TH Women’s Commission on Tues 9 Dec at 5.30pm at the Town Hall & speak with decision makers about crime.🫶🏼
You can join in person or online.
Book your free place now https://orlo.uk/tL3SL
November 25, 2025 at 10:29 AM
📣 Take part in a Public Review to reduce gender inequalities women face.
Join TH Women’s Commission on Tues 9 Dec at 5.30pm at the Town Hall & speak with decision makers about crime.🫶🏼
You can join in person or online.
Book your free place now https://orlo.uk/tL3SL
Join TH Women’s Commission on Tues 9 Dec at 5.30pm at the Town Hall & speak with decision makers about crime.🫶🏼
You can join in person or online.
Book your free place now https://orlo.uk/tL3SL
Today is #WhiteRibbonDay & the start of #16DaysofActivism to end violence against women & girls.
We’re hosting 40+ events offering support, guidance & training.
Sign the pledge or join an event: https://orlo.uk/A17Nf
We’re hosting 40+ events offering support, guidance & training.
Sign the pledge or join an event: https://orlo.uk/A17Nf
November 25, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Today is #WhiteRibbonDay & the start of #16DaysofActivism to end violence against women & girls.
We’re hosting 40+ events offering support, guidance & training.
Sign the pledge or join an event: https://orlo.uk/A17Nf
We’re hosting 40+ events offering support, guidance & training.
Sign the pledge or join an event: https://orlo.uk/A17Nf
📣 Flu cases are rising.
Across north east London, GP practices, pharmacies, hospitals, and community hubs will be running extra clinics and outreach events so you can top up your protection.
Find out more about vaccinations:
https://orlo.uk/f8c8Y
Across north east London, GP practices, pharmacies, hospitals, and community hubs will be running extra clinics and outreach events so you can top up your protection.
Find out more about vaccinations:
https://orlo.uk/f8c8Y
November 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM
📣 Flu cases are rising.
Across north east London, GP practices, pharmacies, hospitals, and community hubs will be running extra clinics and outreach events so you can top up your protection.
Find out more about vaccinations:
https://orlo.uk/f8c8Y
Across north east London, GP practices, pharmacies, hospitals, and community hubs will be running extra clinics and outreach events so you can top up your protection.
Find out more about vaccinations:
https://orlo.uk/f8c8Y
Are you a small business looking for expert support to take you to the next step, or a resident with a dream and great idea to start your own business? You could benefit from a £400,000 pot and one of 4 new projects to make your ideas a business reality. https://orlo.uk/e2pV0
November 22, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Are you a small business looking for expert support to take you to the next step, or a resident with a dream and great idea to start your own business? You could benefit from a £400,000 pot and one of 4 new projects to make your ideas a business reality. https://orlo.uk/e2pV0
We're proud to be hosting the Voluntary & Community Sector Awards to pay tribute to their outstanding contribution in Tower Hamlets.
Nominate your volunteer of the year, young volunteer, voluntary group and lifetime achievement award by 14 December at: https://orlo.uk/3DEp8
Nominate your volunteer of the year, young volunteer, voluntary group and lifetime achievement award by 14 December at: https://orlo.uk/3DEp8
November 22, 2025 at 10:02 AM
We're proud to be hosting the Voluntary & Community Sector Awards to pay tribute to their outstanding contribution in Tower Hamlets.
Nominate your volunteer of the year, young volunteer, voluntary group and lifetime achievement award by 14 December at: https://orlo.uk/3DEp8
Nominate your volunteer of the year, young volunteer, voluntary group and lifetime achievement award by 14 December at: https://orlo.uk/3DEp8
With the colder weather well and truly here, take a look at our warm hub locations and opening hours at our Idea Stores & libraries, where you can drop in to keep warm, meet others, and enjoy a drink and refreshments. With staff who can direct you to advice and support if needed.
November 21, 2025 at 5:30 PM
With the colder weather well and truly here, take a look at our warm hub locations and opening hours at our Idea Stores & libraries, where you can drop in to keep warm, meet others, and enjoy a drink and refreshments. With staff who can direct you to advice and support if needed.
The council supports the LGA Be a Councillor non-party political campaign to encourage more people to play an active role in their communities.
If you're standing or thinking of standing for election why not come along on November 29 to find out more: https://orlo.uk/DDeQp
If you're standing or thinking of standing for election why not come along on November 29 to find out more: https://orlo.uk/DDeQp
November 21, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The council supports the LGA Be a Councillor non-party political campaign to encourage more people to play an active role in their communities.
If you're standing or thinking of standing for election why not come along on November 29 to find out more: https://orlo.uk/DDeQp
If you're standing or thinking of standing for election why not come along on November 29 to find out more: https://orlo.uk/DDeQp
Our THEOs teamed up with Trees for Cities and planted their own THEO tree outside Padstow House 🌱
Officers got stuck in digging and getting muddy to support this fantastic campaign to make our borough a little greener 🌳
Officers got stuck in digging and getting muddy to support this fantastic campaign to make our borough a little greener 🌳
November 21, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Our THEOs teamed up with Trees for Cities and planted their own THEO tree outside Padstow House 🌱
Officers got stuck in digging and getting muddy to support this fantastic campaign to make our borough a little greener 🌳
Officers got stuck in digging and getting muddy to support this fantastic campaign to make our borough a little greener 🌳
We’re hosting a free Town Hall Business Rates workshop on Monday 24 November (10am-1pm) to help demystify many aspects of business rates; covering all you need to know to understand and manage your business rates effectively.
Book your place at https://orlo.uk/v8POi
Book your place at https://orlo.uk/v8POi
November 21, 2025 at 11:03 AM
We’re hosting a free Town Hall Business Rates workshop on Monday 24 November (10am-1pm) to help demystify many aspects of business rates; covering all you need to know to understand and manage your business rates effectively.
Book your place at https://orlo.uk/v8POi
Book your place at https://orlo.uk/v8POi
The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol has been activated🚨‼️
This protects people who are sleeping rough from extreme weather, giving them access to emergency short-term accommodation.
Alert streelink now👉https://orlo.uk/AboiG
This protects people who are sleeping rough from extreme weather, giving them access to emergency short-term accommodation.
Alert streelink now👉https://orlo.uk/AboiG
November 21, 2025 at 10:36 AM
The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol has been activated🚨‼️
This protects people who are sleeping rough from extreme weather, giving them access to emergency short-term accommodation.
Alert streelink now👉https://orlo.uk/AboiG
This protects people who are sleeping rough from extreme weather, giving them access to emergency short-term accommodation.
Alert streelink now👉https://orlo.uk/AboiG
Today at the town hall we have raised the flag to mark Transgender Day of Remembrance.
November 20, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Today at the town hall we have raised the flag to mark Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Last week, during National School Meals Week, we visited Harry Gosling Primary to do a school menu tasting with parents🥕🍝🍎
Events like this allow parents to provide feedback on the meals served at school, meet the catering staff, and connect with other parents.
Events like this allow parents to provide feedback on the meals served at school, meet the catering staff, and connect with other parents.
November 20, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Last week, during National School Meals Week, we visited Harry Gosling Primary to do a school menu tasting with parents🥕🍝🍎
Events like this allow parents to provide feedback on the meals served at school, meet the catering staff, and connect with other parents.
Events like this allow parents to provide feedback on the meals served at school, meet the catering staff, and connect with other parents.
A Season of Bangla Drama is back, with theatre, music, walks, talks, exhibitions & more, based on the theme of kindness
In times of uncertainty, we can all benefit from simple acts of kindness
As ever, there's something for everyone. See the exciting programme & come along: https://orlo.uk/MAW7U
In times of uncertainty, we can all benefit from simple acts of kindness
As ever, there's something for everyone. See the exciting programme & come along: https://orlo.uk/MAW7U
November 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM
A Season of Bangla Drama is back, with theatre, music, walks, talks, exhibitions & more, based on the theme of kindness
In times of uncertainty, we can all benefit from simple acts of kindness
As ever, there's something for everyone. See the exciting programme & come along: https://orlo.uk/MAW7U
In times of uncertainty, we can all benefit from simple acts of kindness
As ever, there's something for everyone. See the exciting programme & come along: https://orlo.uk/MAW7U
Our #DisposeSafe campaign aims to tackle lithium-ion battery fires in waste trucks across Tower Hamlets
➡️ Do not put batteries, vapes or electricals in household bins
➡️ Recycle them safely at supermarkets or recycling centres
For more information visit https://orlo.uk/F05fV
➡️ Do not put batteries, vapes or electricals in household bins
➡️ Recycle them safely at supermarkets or recycling centres
For more information visit https://orlo.uk/F05fV
November 19, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Our #DisposeSafe campaign aims to tackle lithium-ion battery fires in waste trucks across Tower Hamlets
➡️ Do not put batteries, vapes or electricals in household bins
➡️ Recycle them safely at supermarkets or recycling centres
For more information visit https://orlo.uk/F05fV
➡️ Do not put batteries, vapes or electricals in household bins
➡️ Recycle them safely at supermarkets or recycling centres
For more information visit https://orlo.uk/F05fV
Join us this #SeasonofBanglaDrama for A Jute Lascar Story which unpacks tales of migration, survival and loss. A journey of a jute farmer who becomes a lascar. His life at sea spans continents, hardship, lost dreams & resistance
🗓️ 22 November
⏰ 7pm
Book now👉🏾https://orlo.uk/9NV84
🗓️ 22 November
⏰ 7pm
Book now👉🏾https://orlo.uk/9NV84
November 19, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Join us this #SeasonofBanglaDrama for A Jute Lascar Story which unpacks tales of migration, survival and loss. A journey of a jute farmer who becomes a lascar. His life at sea spans continents, hardship, lost dreams & resistance
🗓️ 22 November
⏰ 7pm
Book now👉🏾https://orlo.uk/9NV84
🗓️ 22 November
⏰ 7pm
Book now👉🏾https://orlo.uk/9NV84
🚨The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol has been activated‼️
Report rough sleepers by clicking the link below and drop a pin in the location and give a description of the person. This will send an alert so they can be helped📍
👉 https://orlo.uk/6o7eg
Report rough sleepers by clicking the link below and drop a pin in the location and give a description of the person. This will send an alert so they can be helped📍
👉 https://orlo.uk/6o7eg
November 19, 2025 at 11:07 AM
🚨The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol has been activated‼️
Report rough sleepers by clicking the link below and drop a pin in the location and give a description of the person. This will send an alert so they can be helped📍
👉 https://orlo.uk/6o7eg
Report rough sleepers by clicking the link below and drop a pin in the location and give a description of the person. This will send an alert so they can be helped📍
👉 https://orlo.uk/6o7eg
We officially launched the Tower Hamlets Drugs Squad after a successful pilot scheme.
Combining referrals and support with targeted enforcement, the team can respond effectively to individuals involved in drug-related offences and ASB.
Read more: https://orlo.uk/aiCAS
Combining referrals and support with targeted enforcement, the team can respond effectively to individuals involved in drug-related offences and ASB.
Read more: https://orlo.uk/aiCAS
November 19, 2025 at 10:46 AM
We officially launched the Tower Hamlets Drugs Squad after a successful pilot scheme.
Combining referrals and support with targeted enforcement, the team can respond effectively to individuals involved in drug-related offences and ASB.
Read more: https://orlo.uk/aiCAS
Combining referrals and support with targeted enforcement, the team can respond effectively to individuals involved in drug-related offences and ASB.
Read more: https://orlo.uk/aiCAS
We’re hosting a free Town Hall Business Rates workshop on Monday 24 November (10am-1pm) to help demystify many aspects of business rates; covering all you need to know to understand and manage your business rates effectively.
Book your place at https://orlo.uk/y0mYU
Book your place at https://orlo.uk/y0mYU
November 18, 2025 at 2:01 PM
We’re hosting a free Town Hall Business Rates workshop on Monday 24 November (10am-1pm) to help demystify many aspects of business rates; covering all you need to know to understand and manage your business rates effectively.
Book your place at https://orlo.uk/y0mYU
Book your place at https://orlo.uk/y0mYU