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38 stories from and about Hackney, mostly council & politics, crime & safety, local news. The most recent ran on 12 September 2026. Page 1 of 2.
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Local News · HackneyWest Reservoir east‑bank path opens, residents object to new fence
Hackney Council opened the east‑bank path around the West Reservoir on 9 September after summer works. A solid fence and turnstile restrict the café view and beach to paying swimmers, sparking complaints from residents, a Green councillor and the New River Renewal Campaign.
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Council & Politics · HackneyHackney Council funds seven Repair Cafés
Hackney Council has awarded £1,500 grants to seven community groups to establish Repair Cafés across the borough. These initiatives, running from September to December 2026, aim to reduce waste by offering free repairs for household items and foster community resilience through skill-sharing.
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Council & Politics · HackneyHackney Council pays £4,500 for missed education for autistic boy
Hackney Council has paid £4,500 in compensation to the family of an autistic boy due to significant delays and errors in providing him with alternative education. The boy, identified as Y, had missed a substantial period of schooling following his diagnosis.
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Property & Planning · HackneyHackney Council appoints Wates to finish Britannia housing scheme after cost surge
Hackney Council has named Wates Group Ltd as the new builder for the stalled Britannia regeneration, increasing the projected cost to over £197 million. The council used delegated powers to approve the contractor change without cabinet approval and refused a Freedom of Information request for related legal documents.
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Lifestyle & Food · HackneySonora Taquería in Stoke Newington closes on 31 October 2026
Sonora Taquería, a popular Mexican restaurant in Hackney’s Stoke Newington, will close on 31 October 2026. Owners Michelle Salazar de la Rocha and Sam Napier cited personal hardships and a desire to move on. The venue opened in 2023 after a successful street‑food stint.
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Property & Planning · HackneyHackney tenants still await £263,555 court order from billionaire landlord
A London court ordered property developer John Christodoulou to repay £263,555.69 to 47 Hackney tenants, but the money has not been paid after 18 months. Officials are debating how to use the Mayor’s rogue‑landlord database and whether a banning order can be imposed.
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Crime & Safety · HackneyMan stabbed on Well Street, Hackney; road closed
A man was taken to a major trauma centre after being stabbed on Well Street in Hackney on 26 August 2026. The incident led to the closure of the road and diversions for several bus routes.
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Council & Politics · HackneyHackney Council to face new legal duty on tenant home cooling
Hackney Council will soon have a legal obligation to ensure its tenants' homes are kept cool, as part of an extension to Awaab's Law. The new regulations, expected by the end of 2026, aim to address the growing risk of overheating in London properties.
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Local News · Hackney12-year-old boy dies after drowning in River Lea at Hackney Marshes
A 12-year-old boy drowned in the River Lea near Hackney Marshes on 15 August 2026. Emergency services conducted a search lasting over six hours before recovering his body. Hackney Council and the Metropolitan Police are investigating the incident, which occurred during a heat-health alert.
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Crime & Safety · HackneyIsaac Shozi charged with arson after ten London Fields fires
A 50-year-old Hackney resident has been charged with arson after London Fire Brigade extinguished around ten fires in London Fields on 16 August 2026. No injuries were reported, but police warn of heightened wildfire risk amid record temperatures.
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Council & Politics · HackneyHackney Council demands childcare review as nursery closes and fees rise
Hackney Council is urging the government to end the childcare postcode lottery after a private nursery closed and fee increases sparked backlash. Residents have until 11 October to submit evidence, while campaigners say the problems are already clear. The council’s 2024 attempt to close two children’s centres was blocked in court.
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Local News · HackneyHackney sixth-formers secure Oxbridge places and record grades in 2026 results
Hackney sixth-formers collected A-level, T-level and BTEC results on 13 August 2026, with three Mossbourne students securing Oxbridge places. Schools including Excelsior Academy and Cardinal Pole reported provisional grades above England averages, though figures remain unverified until later this summer.
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Local News · HackneyEast London NHS Trust downgraded over Hackney mental health safety risks
The Care Quality Commission has downgraded East London NHS Foundation Trust’s emergency mental health support in Hackney and the City of London after finding breaches in safety, staff supervision and patient detention times. The trust must now submit an action plan to address the failures.
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Transport & TfL · HackneyTfL bus route changes threaten direct links for 149 passengers
Transport for London plans to reroute the 149 bus between London Bridge and Edmonton Green, removing direct stops in Stamford Hill. Hackney councillors and residents oppose the changes, warning of overcrowding and longer journeys. The public can respond until 20 September.
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Council & Politics · HackneyHackney Council to end 58-year twinning with Haifa after review vote
Hackney Council has voted to review all twinning agreements, with Haifa set to lose its 58-year partnership. Mayor Zoë Garbett argues the link undermines anti-racist commitments, while critics call the move contradictory and accuse the council of predetermining the outcome.
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Council & Politics · HackneyMossbourne Victoria Park Academy found to use shouting as routine practice
A December 2025 review of Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy in Hackney found shouting at pupils was a routine practice, not an exception. The report, led by Sir Alan Wood, described it as a cultural issue, with evidence spanning 15 years. Staff surveys and testimony revealed pressure to adopt harsh methods, including public reprimands.
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Crime & Safety · HackneyPolice seek owner after dog attacks woman outside Homerton Overground Station
A woman was attacked by a grey Great Dane-type dog near Homerton Overground Station at 7 pm on 28 July. Police are searching for the owner, described as a white woman aged 30-40, and have asked for public assistance in identifying her.
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Property & Planning · HackneyBoxpark Shoreditch retains licence after noise review by Hackney Council
Hackney Council’s licensing sub-committee ruled on 28 July that Boxpark in Shoreditch can continue playing live music at night, despite complaints from ten residents. The decision requires the venue to hold quarterly community meetings and operate a 24/7 noise helpline, but stops short of revoking its licence.
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Crime & Safety · HackneyFire destroys Hackney Road rooftop terrace, cause still unclear
A fire on Hackney Road in Hackney destroyed a rooftop terrace and half the roof of a building on 3 August 2026. London Fire Brigade attended the scene at 7:53am, bringing the fire under control by 8:47am. No injuries were reported, but the cause remains undetermined.
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Crime & Safety · HackneyFire on Hackney Road displaces residents and closes road between Shoreditch and Cremer Street
A fire at a shop with flats above on Hackney Road, Hackney, on 3 August 2026 forced evacuations and closed the road between Shoreditch High Street and Cremer Street. Forty firefighters attended, and no injuries were reported.
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Borough-wide and national stories that name Hackney or bear directly on it.
- Crime & Safety · London
Three men sentenced to life for Gregory Volquez murder on Tiverton Road
On 4 September 2026, three men received life sentences for the killing of Gregory Catillo Volquez on Tiverton Road, Haringey. The court set minimum terms of 22‑23 years, concluding a Metropolitan Police investigation that traced the attackers from Hackney to Spain.
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Council & Politics · LewishamLewisham Mayor Liam Shrivastava marks 100 days in office
Liam Shrivastava, Lewisham's first directly-elected Green Mayor, has passed his 100-day milestone. His administration has initiated a review into cooperation with immigration enforcement and reported clearing over 11,000 fly-tipping sites since May 2026.
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Met Police E-bike Fleet Grows to 25 to Tackle Street Crime
The Metropolitan Police has increased its fleet of crime-fighting electric bikes from five to 25. This expansion is part of an initiative to combat street crime and phone theft across London, with the new bikes enabling officers to navigate traffic and pursue offenders more effectively. The move comes as neighbourhood crime has seen a significant decrease.
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Council & Politics · LondonBarnet among London boroughs facing burial space shortage by 2040
Barnet Council is one of nine London boroughs already using cemeteries outside its boundaries due to limited space, a City Hall audit reveals. With 17 councils predicted to run out of burial capacity by 2040, residents may face longer journeys to visit graves or delays in local burials.
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Council & Politics · London£500,000 al fresco plan expands to 13 London boroughs including Brent
Thirteen London boroughs, including Brent, have received a share of £500,000 to expand al fresco dining and street events this summer. Deputy Mayor for Business Howard Dawber said demand from councils exceeded the funding, while footfall rose by up to 85% in some areas last year.
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Council & Politics · IslingtonIslington waste fires cost £1m as battery disposal rules stall in Lords
Islington’s Hornsey Street Waste Transfer Station suffered its fourth fire in 14 months on 28 July 2026, causing at least £1 million in damage. Officials say improper disposal of rechargeable batteries is driving the blazes, while the Lithium-ion Battery Safety Bill remains stuck in Parliament.
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Lifestyle & Food · LondonTime Out Lists Spotlight London’s Halal and Barbecue Dining Scenes
Time Out London’s latest restaurant lists name 21 halal and barbecue venues spanning 12 boroughs, revealing how local communities shape the capital’s food identity. The selections include Michelin-starred Mayfair spots alongside Walthamstow family-run eateries.
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