Statement by Mayor Rokhsana Fiaz OBE at the passing of Pope Francis, the Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Church.
Today Catholics around the world are in mourning as they begin the 9-day Novendiale following the passing of Pope Francis.

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Newham Council’s new Chief Executive, Abi Gbago starts role today
Abi Gbago starts her role as Newham Council’s new permanent Chief Executive today.
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Amber weather warning issued for London and South East
• Residents asked to stay alert for people who may be more vulnerable and need help to stay safe as temperatures top 30 degrees.
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Statement on London City Airport’s appeal to Inspectorate to overturn Newham’s planning decision
Mayor Rokshana Fiaz OBE's statement on appeal from London City Airport.
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Newham Trading Standards and Licensing Teams tackle illicit goods and unlicensed businesses
• Double days of action to target law breaking businesses
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Some justice at last for the two women raped by former Met Police Officer who worked at Forest Gate Police Station between 2003-2005
Statement by Rokhsana Fiaz OBE, Mayor of Newham
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Newham to Host Suicide Prevention Week in September
Newham to Host Suicide Prevention Week in September
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Opening of Wild Bee Garden creates a buzz at Greenway Pollinator Trail
Opening of Wild Bee Garden creates a buzz at Greenway Pollinator Trail
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Join Newham’s Celebration of Iranian Women
• Newham Council to support the Iranian WOMAN, LIFE, FREEDOM! movement with a ground-breaking artistic performance at Stratford Park
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Potentially life threatening business closed down
• Newham Licensing Team and Met Police tackle criminal business threatening residents
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Smashing It! Newham Sixth Formers Post Record Results
• Grades surge past pre-pandemic levels