Lutfur Rahman wins third term as mayor and Labour just beats the Green Party https://t.co/kfVJK9Z99J
He will continue to face scrutiny from Best Value envoys, whom the government recently gave extra powers to take over some council functions & undertake deep-dive investigations.
Amazing day yesterday for the #LondonMarathon, what an amazing atmosphere throughout our city!
Great work from runners, volunteers, clear up crew and everyone involved.
#OnThisDay 150 years ago, the East London Railway extended from Wapping to join the GER and Shadwell, Whitechapel, and Shoreditch stations opened. The latter (pictured, Ian Baker) became the passenger terminus upon electrification in 1913, then closed 2006 https://t.co/m8DQp5LRCR
And now a stroll through Watney Market. I call it Shadwell market in my video this evening, but it’s Watney. On my walk home and I thought you may like to walk with me.
Go East Vintage flea market to take over the historic power station in Wapping on 7th & 8th March – it’s the first time the building will open to the public in 13 years
https://t.co/BoiYV4V0K7
Let's go!
Police are investigating a former Tower Hamlets Council staff member over alleged fraud and money laundering following an internal audit. #towerhamlets
Two weeks to go to the best FREE book festival in town. Have you booked your seats? Don’t miss out https://t.co/Nh9klkPD4V Organised and run by @ideastores staff, it’s our highlight of the year- make it yours. Please share this.