On Thursday 7 May 2026, voters in England voted for 5,066 councillors across 136 local authorities and six directly elected mayors. The numbers behind the results suggest something that has been building for several election cycles is now visible on the council map: the long-standing rhythm of Conservative-versus-Labour local politics has broken up, and what comes next is unsettled. The headline numbers Labour lost control of 38 councils. Reform UK gained 14, including Havering. The Greens...

On Thursday, 26 March 2026, 25 community representatives and Bangladeshi parents, and 18 system leaders came together for ' Bright Start for Healthy Futures ', a dynamic event exploring how trust, collaboration and culturally rooted health communication can improve vaccination uptake and health outcomes in London's Bangladeshi community. Hosted by the London Bangladeshi Health Partnership (LBHP) and Bangla Housing Association (BHA), and supported by Voice4Change England (V4CE), RIVER EU and...

On 4th November, Redbridge Central Library was transformed into a vibrant celebration of health, heritage, and connection during the first ever Bangladeshi Health Mela in the borough. Hosted in collaboration with the London Bangladeshi Health Partnership, the Mela drew scores of residents, health professionals, and community leaders to address health inequalities and raise awareness about support available. From the start, the event set a warm, inclusive tone. Guests were greeted by the a...