Tower Hamlets Council

Becoming a new parent can be challenging. If you are feeling worried or overwhelmed, there is help available. Speak to your midwife, health visitor or GP for advice or call 111 and select the Mental Health option to get local crisis support 24/7. #maternalmentalhealthweek

This week is #DyingMattersAwarenessWeek. Tower Hamlets libraries and the Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park are offering four days of free events for the community, to encourage and support people to talk about end-of-life matters. Book your free tickets > orlo.uk/6l4lQ

Tower Hamlets libraries and the Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park are offering 4 days of free events for the community during Dying Matters Awareness Week to support people to talk about end-of-life matters. Find out more > orlo.uk/1YiCi #DMAW26 #TalkingAboutDyingMatters

The dance floor came alive on Wednesday, at our popular St George's Day tea dance at the Art Pavilion in Mile End Park.

Come along to an informal session to take part in an open Q&A discussion in a relaxed setting. All parents and carers are welcome to Kobi Nazrul Primary School on Wednesday 6 May 2026 from 9.00am - 10am. To book catch up clinics: orlo.uk/nNONa

🏡 Do you rent in Tower Hamlets? 🏙️ The Renters Rights Act comes into effect today, bringing important changes for both tenants and landlords. Find out what’s changing and how it may affect you 👉 Visit our website: orlo.uk/U8H4J

Statement from Executive Mayor, Lutfur Rahman, and Chair of No Place for Hate, Sufia Alam, on the terrorist incident in Golders Green: orlo.uk/cUdSf

Recycling rates in Tower Hamlets are going up, and that’s down to the efforts people are making day to day. More residents are separating their waste, rinsing their food containers, and using the right bins which is leading to real progress.

Money worries? We can help ✅ Our Financial Inclusion Team offers free advice on rent, benefits, debt and budgeting. 📍 Wednesdays, 10am–2pm at The Hub 📞 020 7364 5015 You’re not alone, we’re here to help 🤲

We need your views to help shape local services! It's the last week to feedback on pharmacies. Take our short survey to provide your views on services, prescriptions or the type of public health advice provided. orlo.uk/4Vsp6

@nejafeja Hi Julia, thank you for your message this has been sent over to the street cleaning team.

@TowerHamletsNow E1W , the whole borough looks like this. Do you mind sending the cleaners out?

Measles cases are rising in Bangladesh, mainly affecting young children. If you are planning to travel, please ensure your children’s vaccinations are up to date. If you or your child has missed one or both MMR doses, contact your GP practice. orlo.uk/rd60o

For England, Scotland and Wales – if you won’t be able to make it to the polling station to vote, apply for a proxy vote by 5pm today. A proxy vote is where you ask someone you trust to vote on your behalf.🤝 Head to our website for more info: electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-ele…

Today is your last chance to apply for free voter ID or a proxy vote for the elections on Thursday 7 May. ❗If you’re in England - check your ID is accepted and apply for voter ID by 5pm today if you need it. You won’t be able to vote at a polling station without showing ID.

Confused about electoral fraud? We've teamed up with @ElectoralCommUK to help you spot the red flags that you might see or hear about, and to help you speak up with information to stop it, 100% anonymously - because #YourVoteMatters. bit.ly/YourVoteIsYour…

In England you need to show accepted ID to vote at a polling station. If you don’t have ID, apply for free voter ID now: electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-ele… ❗ The deadline to apply is 5pm tomorrow, Tuesday 28 April. You do NOT need ID to vote in the Senedd or Scottish Parliament election.

📢 Council tenants & leaseholders, our Resident Training Programme 2026 in now open! Sessions run from May to October, take place at local venues, and some courses are accredited 📚 Spaces are limited, so sign up early to avoid missing out 👉 orlo.uk/Rjz43

As it's #WorldImmunisationWeek, it's an ideal time to check your child's vaccinations to see if they're up to date. View the full schedule: orlo.uk/Sy7kq

Your future shouldn’t be limited by finances 💡 📚 Funding is available for Tower Hamlets residents who want to pursue further or higher education, postgraduate study, or vocational courses. Find out if you're eligible today 👉 orlo.uk/p8NQS

You can still vote if you're not here for election day on 7 May. 🗳️ Apply for a proxy vote. This is where you ask someone you trust to vote on your behalf. ❗ The deadline to apply is 5pm next Tuesday 28 April. Find out more and apply: electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-ele…