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This week’s Leader’s update from @KamRai7 covers England’s World Cup match, Armed Forces Day, and Monday’s Srebrenica commemoration at Redbridge Town Hall. 👇 Link in comments to read the full update
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Join us to remember the victims of the Srebrenica genocide and stand in solidarity with survivors and families. 6 July, 12pm Steps of Redbridge Town Hall The ceremony will include reflections, a personal testimony and the Srebrenica Prayer. #SrebrenicaMemorialDay #NeverAgain
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Couchmore Avenue in Clayhall has had a glow up and looking pretty smooth – literally. With works now fully completed, it’s the most recent road to benefit from our ongoing resurfacing programme and commitment to improving journeys across the borough. Watch this space for more!
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Join us as we honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the British Armed Forces. 📅 Thursday 2 July 📍 Redbridge Town Hall Come along to this special civic event and flag‑raising ceremony, delivered in partnership with the London Borough of Redbridge We’ll be joined by council representatives, veterans, serving personnel, including the 37 Signal Regiment  and local cadets as we pay tribute to those who serve and have served our country. Following the weather‑related postponement of our Armed Forces event, we hope you can all attend on the new date: Thursday 2 July. Find out more and join us on the day: visionrcl.org.uk/events/arme… #Armedforcesday #Redbridge #Armedforces #Ilford #Redbridgetownhall
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In this week’s Leader’s Update Cllr @KamRai7 commemorates Zara Aleena, as today marks four years since her horrific murder. A silent vigil will take place in Valentines Park tomorrow, 1.30pm. Those attending are encouraged to wear white. 👇Link in comments to read the full update
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🔊Please note that the Armed Forces Day event planned for tomorrow (Friday 26 June) has been postponed due to the extreme heat. We are working to reschedule and will update in due course. 👇
🚨☀️ Due to the Red Heat-Health Alert, the Armed Forces Day event due to take place on Friday 26 June has been postponed to help protect all attendees, including those in ceremonial uniform 🎖️ and school children 🎒. 📅 We are working to reschedule the event for the week commencing 29 June and will share further details as soon as possible. 🙏 Thank you for your understanding and support. 💙 @RedbridgeLive
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With a @metoffice extreme heat warning in place from Monday, we're asking Londoners to take extra care. 💧 Stay hydrated ☀️Wear sunscreen ✅ Find shade 💊 Carry your medication / inhaler 💚 Check on elderly relatives / neighbours Use 111 for urgent medical advice.
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☀️#HotWeather is forecast in England and Wales until at least Saturday 27 June 🌡️ Amber weather warnings have been issued for extreme heat until Thursday 25 June. You are strongly advised to check before you travel and allow more time for your journey ‼️ Red weather warnings are in place on Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th June, if you are travelling to, from or within the red warning zone please only travel if absolutely necessary 🥤Please also carry water with you - you can find water refill stations at all Network Rail managed stations and some other larger stations 📢 The visual disruption map video has been updated #DisruptionVideos ℹ️ Full video can be found here nationalrail.co.uk/service-d…
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Travel advice for Tuesday 23 June, Wednesday 24 June and Thursday 25 June ⚠️ Very high temperatures may cause disruption to some Tube and rail services, particularly the London Overground and Elizabeth line. If you need to travel: - Carry water 💧 - Allow extra time ⏰ - Travel at quieter times where possible 🚶 Buses are expected to run as normal. Check the latest service updates, Journey Planner and TfL Go before travelling: tfl.gov.uk/tube-dlr-overgrou…
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Severe weather update☀️ To keep collections running safely, bin collections will start earlier due to hot weather. This week, please place your bins at your boundary by 5am on collection day. We really appreciate your cooperation and thank you for your support.
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📢 In this week’s Leader’s Update, @KamRai7 reflects on the Memorial Heights fire, marks Carers’ Week and Pride Month, and shares news of his appointment as Deputy Chair of London Councils. 👇 Link in comments to read the full update and sign up to our weekly e‑news.
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An amber heat health alert is in place in London until Tuesday 23 June ⚠️ Keep cool and stay hydrated - and please check in on anyone who may find it difficult to manage in the heat. nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-he…
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Leader @KamRai7 has shared an update on the fire at Memorial Heights, Newbury Park. The situation is now under control and emergency services remain on site. Residents have been supported, with temporary accommodation arranged where needed.
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🚨Update Damage to the building and columns so evacuation required, we have stood up a rest centre, including transport, and housing services will support residents. A Dangerous Structure Engineer has been deployed for an assessment. Thank you @LondonFire @MPSRedbridge
Fire tonight on Monarch Way Newbury Park, please avoid the area. The block has been evacuated as the basement fire is being tackled. No injuries reported. Redbridge emergency response are in contact with the police and fire service and an officer is on way to provide support.
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Fire Update on Memorial Heights 🚨 If you are affected and need support please contact me on Sunny.brar@redbridge.gov.uk
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📢 In this week’s Leader’s Update, @KamRai7 reflects on the World Cup buzz across Redbridge, Antiques Roadshow filming in Valentines Park, and key fair‑funding talks in Parliament. 👇 Link in comments to read the full update and sign up to our weekly e‑news.
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