East London and West Essex Guardian

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 15:41:00 +0000
Stop pitting the young against the old over pensions
Paul Donovan argues that cutting pension support is not the answer and says politicians should stop pitting young against old.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 08:39:04 +0000
Vodafone axed another 3,000 jobs amid cost-cutting overhaul
Vodafone says it cut 3,000 roles across its UK and European division, but has not disclosed how many were lost in the UK.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 18:42:33 +0000
East London man involved in £13.8m cannabis smuggling plot from Thailand
A man has been jailed for his role in a multi-million pound cannabis smuggling plot.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 16:44:25 +0000
Christmas adventure at Walthamstow Wetlands lets children help save Christmas
Winter at the Wetlands brings Christmas magic, wildlife discovery and Santa to Walthamstow Wetlands from December 5 to 23, supporting London Wildlife Trust.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 15:52:29 +0000
Waltham Forest planning applications include 155 solar panels and new flats
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Waltham Forest Council this week.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 14:30:00 +0000
Russell Brand sentenced to more than 10 years for rape and sexual assaults
Former comedian and actor Russell Brand has been sentenced to more than ten years years after being found guilty of rape and sexual assault.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 13:54:06 +0000
EastEnders confirms death of popular character 4 years after disappearance
EastEnders has confirmed the death of long-missing character Mick Carter, who was last seen in a dramatic Christmas Day episode in 2022.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:40:17 +0000
Construction firm for 'UK's most recognised buildings' to be liquidated
Facade Group, which says it worked on The Shard and Fulham FC's stadium, has been ordered to be wound up by the High Court.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 10:45:46 +0000
Maya Jama quits role as Love Island host after three years and nine series
Maya Jama steps down as ITV Love Island host after three years and nine series; ITV is yet to announce her replacement.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 09:19:42 +0000
Popular high street retailer returns to UK 14 years after chain's collapse
Comet returns 14 years after collapse as an online electrical marketplace, offering more than one million products from 2,500 sellers under Cas Paton.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 08:40:52 +0000
Family, sport and food unite generations while politics and social media divide them
The most common things that unite different generations are family, sport and food - while politics and social media are the most divisive.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 07:12:43 +0000
Russell Brand to be sentenced today for rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand will be sentenced on November 9 after being convicted of rape and sexual assault at Southwark Crown Court. He faces a lengthy prison term.

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 06:36:51 +0000
Met Office issues warning to drivers as heavy fog covers much of the UK
UK drivers warned as thick fog cuts visibility to 50 metres, with a Met Office yellow warning placed across much of the UK.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Helping young people take their first steps from classroom to career
Iain Duncan Smith looks at helping young people gain the skills, advice and confidence they need to move from education into work.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000
The east London school which is the 'most in-demand' state secondary in the country
Seven Kings School in Ilford is the most "in-demand" secondary school in England for Year 7 places 2026/27, according to analysis of Department for Education data.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Two remarkable photos tell the story of London Underground’s deepest Tube station
London’s deepest Tube station at 58.5 metres below street level is Hampstead on the Northern line which opened on June 22, 1907 and boasts 320 steps.

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 15:47:59 +0000
UK theme park evacuated after emergency services called to the site
Chessington World of Adventures has been evacuated today after emergency services were called to the site today (Sunday, November 8).

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 07:29:43 +0000
Investigations ongoing as Briton among 6 killed in Poland mass shooting
One British citizen was among six killed in a Krakow shooting on November 7. Police say the suspected far-right-inspired gunman remains in hospital.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 09:08:00 +0000
Students turn classroom creativity into T-shirts to support good causes
Big Creative Education students have turned their design and digital skills into a live T-shirt project raising money and awareness for charitable causes.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 07:05:00 +0000
Remembering a devoted Verderer as Epping Forest prepares to mark 150 years
Caroline Haines pays tribute to Verderer William Kennedy and looks ahead to Epping Forest’s 150th anniversary celebrations and volunteering opportunities.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Tea, small talk and the rather costly art of Britishness
Comedian Steve Allen takes a wry look at Britishness as a council spends £52,744 on activities including lessons in tea traditions and small talk.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 21:04:15 +0000
Coronation Street star forced to pull out of Channel 4 show at the last minute
Will Mellor has been forced to pull out of appearing on Channel 4's Sunday Brunch tomorrow (Sunday, November 8).

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 18:44:19 +0000
Strictly Come Dancing star signs up for BBC game show as full line-up revealed
A Strictly Come Dancing star has signed up to join Michael McIntyre's popular game show, The Wheel.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 11:42:21 +0000
Zoe Ball says cyclist punched her car window during 'violent' incident
Zoe Ball says a cyclist punched her car window during a “violent” London road incident, as the Greatest Hits Radio presenter calls for calm on the roads.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 08:21:39 +0000
Stephen Fry ‘not looking where he was going’ before horror stage fall, companies say
Sir Stephen Fry sues CogX Festival firms for up to £100,000 after falling from a stage in September 2023, as lawyers dispute liability.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 06:49:06 +0000
EastEnders favourite expecting first child as fiancée shares baby news
EastEnders star Danny Hatchard and fiancée Kerry Scouler are expecting their first child, a baby girl due in January 2027, following their engagement.

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000
I tried baking viral dot cakes and they came out better than a store-bought one
Dot cakes have taken over the internet so I tried baking them to see if they are better than just buying a store-bought option.

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:48:35 +0000
Newsquest awarded £125,000 to launch London local news pilot
Newsquest wins £125,000 Local News Fund grant for London Local News Lab, using AI to support reporting and launch hyperlocal coverage in Hammersmith and Fulham.

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 13:56:51 +0000
How 1980s grandparents’ garish home décor became kitsch again
Nostalgic look at 1980s grandparents’ home décor, from garish carpets and ornament cabinets to Chinese fishermen, tearful prints and kitsch furnishings.

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 14:05:55 +0000
Unclean toilets could be costing UK hospitality half a billion pounds a year
The UK hospitality industry could be missing out on half a billion pounds - because of unclean or unsuitable toilet facilities, according to a report. 

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 14:03:32 +0000
Brits spend nearly four days a year on their phone doing ‘life admin’ jobs for others
Brits spend nearly four days a year on their phone doing ‘life admin’ jobs - for other people.

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 10:09:20 +0000
Parents say their children's imaginations are being held back by screen time
Three quarters of parents say their children's imaginations are being held back by screen time, homework and packed schedules.

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 10:07:04 +0000
Brits biggest house-share 'icks' revealed including kitchen horrors
The biggest house-share 'icks' are never cleaning up after cooking, a dirty bathroom, and leaving dishes in the sink for days, according to research. 

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:32:21 +0000
Seven in 10 Brits fear impact autumn budget could have on household finances
Seven in 10 Brits fear the autumn budget could put further pressure on their household finances, according to research. 

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:45:41 +0000
Rivals star says role is a 'dream' that has 'completely changed' her life
Emily Atack has revealed her role in Rivals has "completely changed" her life and helped her get back into acting.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:04:00 +0000
Blueberry and Blackberry are the purr-fect pair looking for their forever home
Meet Blueberry and Blackberry, two adorable bonded kittens looking for a loving forever home together.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:00:00 +0000
EastEnders star says it 'feels like home' as they return to BBC soap after 4 years
Charlie Brooks first appeared as Janine Butcher in 1999 and returned to the BBC soap on Thursday (November 5) after a four-year absence.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:46:11 +0000
Two UK airports received threats as bomb alerts divert flights across Europe
Heathrow and Birmingham airport threats were assessed as not credible as bomb alerts diverted flights across Europe.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:37:20 +0000
Six in 10 adults have swapped nights out for evenings at home cooking
Six in 10 adults have swapped nights out in bars and clubs for evenings at home cooking.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:31:16 +0000
World's oldest model village secures 100th anniversary funding through itsu
The world's oldest model village has secured extra funding ahead of its 100th anniversary - by advertising a food brand.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:28:28 +0000
Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety' survey finds
Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety' - with almost half refusing to wash certain clothes for fear of ruining them.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:24:24 +0000
Russell Brand found guilty of charges of rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand has been found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault after a court trial

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:00:51 +0000
Common product found in pubs, cafes and restaurants could soon be banned in the UK
The UK Government is considering a ban on single-use plastic ketchup and mayonnaise sachets, following new EU rules.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:25:50 +0000
UK flight among planes diverted following more bomb threats across Europe
The latest incidents come two days after seven flights across Europe were searched or diverted following suspected bomb threats.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:02:22 +0000
Little-known HMRC tax break could hand couples £1,260 – check if you qualify
Married couples and civil partners could claim up to £1,260 through Marriage Allowance. Find out who qualifies and the April 2027 deadline.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 09:57:15 +0000
E-bike riders to face crackdown over ‘wild west’ and pavement blocking parking
Heidi Alexander launches consultation on national shared e-bike standards, giving councils powers to tackle pavement parking, antisocial riding and clutter.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Elton John releases surprise new version of iconic Christmas hit song
Elton John and CMAT reimagine festive classic Step Into Christmas as this year’s Amazon Music Original, available to stream exclusively from Thursday.

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 06:46:29 +0000
Prince William's estate apologises to tenants amid proposed sale of 3,000 acres
Prince William’s senior estate official has reportedly apologised to tenants affected by the potential sale of 3,000 acres of Duchy of Cornwall land.

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 08:53:46 +0000
Wetherspoon set to open up to 25 more pubs as sales jump higher
JD Wetherspoon expects up to 25 further pub openings this financial year after sales rose 8.2 per cent over 14 weeks.

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:10:57 +0000
Expert warns homeowners this Bonfire Night mistake could lead to £50,000 fine
If you are having a bonfire at home, it is important to comply to government guidelines otherwise you could be handed a £50,000 fine.

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