Bottle deposits

Bottle deposits to make a comeback

A bottle deposit scheme could reduce litter, increase recycling and create 4,000 jobs, the Campaign to Protect Rural England has told MPs. Bottle deposits used to be common in Britain 20 years ago but were phased out when plastic bottles and cans became cheap to make and discard. However, as the country runs out of landfill sites, the system could come back into fashion. Government studies found that returning drinks containers for 10p would increase recycling and reduce litter.

Havering over 50s

HAVERING OVER 50’s WEBSITE

Havering Over 50’s Forum have recently launched their new website which holds useful information for members and potential members atwww.havo50forum.org.  The Havering Over 50’s Forum is a non-political organisation that creates a platform for people aged 50 years and over, to have an effective voice within the community and the Council on matters that affect them.  The Forum holds monthly meetings at the Town Hall on the second Tuesday of each month, next meeting Tuesday 9th July 10.30am – 12.30pm.

Havering Music School

Musical open day

You can learn how to blow your own trumpet and other musical instruments at the free Havering Music School Open Day, tomorrow (Saturday 6 July), from 1pm to 4pm, at Havering Sixth Form College, Hornchurch.  There will also be live music from bands showcasing their skills along with stalls, and food and drink. Although entry to the event is free, it is by ticket only, available at the door or reserved in advance by emailingmusicschool@havering.gov.uk

Harold Hill Festival

Summer festival set to shine

Donkey rides, inflatables, and local music acts are among the entertainment on offer at the Harold Hill Summer Festival, tomorrow (Saturday 6 July) at Central Park, from 12pm to 5pm. The festival, which is run by volunteers, will also give local people the chance to find out more about the progress of the Council’s Harold Hill Ambitions programme, which aims to regenerate the area.

Repairs to pavements and roads

PAVEMENTS AND ROADS

The Council will be carrying out pavement repairs in the following roads in the current financial year; King Edward Road, Hearn Road, Alexandra Road, Eastern Road (outside Ring Road), Kingston Road, Errol Road, Gilbert Road, South Street (between Dymoke Road and Melton Gardens), Park Lane (outside shops and school). There will also be road surface repairs in King Edward Road, Eastern Road (outside Ring Road) and South Street (Dymoke Road to Melton Gardens). The Council has raised 27 works orders for footpaths and potholes in Carlton Road after we were contacted by a resident. The mini “crater” at the junction of Repton Avenue and Repton Gardens has been repaired. We have reported a hole in the pavement in North Street underpass and a pothole in Globe Road near the junction with Hillcrest Road. A pothole inBrentwood Road near the entry to Tolbut Court has been repaired.

 

Travellers and green belt

Travellers face green belt ban

The Mail reports that Eric Pickles, the Communities Secretary, will issue new advice to councils barring Travellers from settling on green belt land in a bid to prevent disputes such as the one at Dale Farm in Essex. Mr Pickles said that in future planning officials must give "particular scrutiny" when letting caravan sites blight England's beauty spots and concentrate them in other areas.

Town Centre news

ROMFORD MARKET

A new food court offering freshly cooked delicacies from around the world has been established in the Market. From mid to late-July events will be organised in Romford Market and throughout the town to promote independent retailers and market traders. For more information please see http://www.havering.gov.uk/romfordmarket or follow the Market on Twitter @LBofHavering.

VICTORIA ROAD

The organisation Transport for London will decide whether to fund environmental improvements in Victoria Road (inside the Ring Road) and in The Battis at a meeting in July.

PARK LANE

Havering Magistrates upheld the Council’s decision to refuse longer alcohol licensing hours at Hornchurch Food and Wine. Many thanks to all those residents who took the time to attend the Court and express concerns at this application.