Regeneration news
Council Leader writes to Secretary of State about Beam Park Station delay
Councillor Ray Morgon, Leader of Havering Council, wrote to the Rt Hon Mark Harper MP, Secretary of State for Transport in December 2022 to highlight concerns regarding the delays to Beam Park station
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Christmas cheer served up at thank-you lunch for volunteers
Havering Council and Wates Residential Joint venture laid on a free Christmas lunch to thank volunteers for their work over the past year.
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Cabinet endorse East Havering £5.3bn datacentre opportunity
Havering Council’s Cabinet has agreed to move forward with the £5.3bn East Havering project, which will bring Europe’s largest datacentre to the borough.
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Cabinet to consider £5.3bn investment opportunity for Havering
Plans for a new £5.3bn inward investment project for East Havering will be reviewed at next week’s Cabinet meeting (Wednesday 9 November 2022).
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Residents invited to next stage of Bridge Close regeneration events
Following an extensive and wide-ranging consultation on the proposals for Bridge Close Industrial Estate, residents are being invited to attend a series of exhibition events for updates on the plans.
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‘Topping out’ marked at new Hornchurch retirement village
A "topping-out" ceremony was held at the former Solar, Serena and Sunrise site in Hornchurch last week (Wednesday, 21 September 2022).
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Harold Hill’s new Family Welcome Centre given go-ahead
Planning consent has been granted for a new centre to provide emergency accommodation for vulnerable families in Havering.
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Right to return residents view new homes
Last week, joint venture partners Havering Council and Wates Residential welcomed residents back to the former Napier and New Plymouth site in Rainham.
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Havering 12 Estates regeneration celebrates four years
Havering Council and Wates Residential are celebrating four years since contracts were signed and work began to regenerate 12 council estates across the borough.
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Get involved in the biggest party of the year!
Havering Council are calling on residents to share their videos from the upcoming Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
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Plans underway to revitalise Havering’s town centres
Havering Council will be making upgrades to five of the borough’s town centres over the next four months, improving the look and feel of these public spaces for businesses, shoppers and residents.
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New shelter and social space for Melville Road Allotment
Melville Road Allotment in Rainham is getting a total upgrade of its outdoor shelter, thanks to a project being delivered by Havering Council and Wates Residential.
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Topping out ceremony held for first site in Havering 12 Estates regeneration
A traditional ‘topping out’ ceremony has been held at Napier and New Plymouth House, in Rainham.
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Transport minister indicates positive step forward on Beam Park Station
The Minister for Transport, Wendy Morton, has indicated a positive step forward in plans to build Beam Park Station after Councillor Damian White, the Leader of Havering Council, wrote to her.
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Council Leader lays ceremonial brick at landmark Hornchurch development
Councillor Damian White, Leader of Havering Council, has laid the ‘golden brick’ at a landmark Bellway development which has transformed a former hospital site in Hornchurch.
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Site visit to celebrate 12 Estates Regeneration progress
Councillor John Crowder, Cabinet Lead for Regeneration and Sir James Wates, Chairman of the Wates Group, visited Napier and New Plymouth House yesterday (24/2/2022).
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New kitchen and funding for Havering Association for People with Disabilities
The Havering Association for People with Disabilities (HAD) is celebrating the completion of a new kitchen, thanks to a total refurbishment by Havering Council and Wates Residential.
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Council withdraws Rainham and Beam Park CPO
Havering Council has decided to withdraw the Beam Park Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) having taken legal advice and following consultation with the Planning Inspectorate.
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Demolition of old tower blocks heralds progress at Waterloo Estate
Romford’s first tower blocks, are being demolished to make way for a new development at Waterloo and Queen Street to build 1,380 new homes for local people.
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Construction for new Hornchurch retirement village begins
Construction for a new retirement village in Hornchurch is officially underway. This kicked off with a ground breaking ceremony at the Solar, Serena and Sunrise Courts.
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Council Leader calls for agreement on new Beam Park Station
The Leader of Havering Council, Damian White, has called for the Department for Transport and the GLA to resolve their differences and build the planned station at Beam Park.
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Have your say on Farnham and Hilldene Estate regeneration
Residents and business owners in Harold Hill are being encouraged to share their views on proposed plans for Farnham and Hilldene shopping area.
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Councillors check out new homes progress
Today, Councillor Damian White, Leader of Havering Council and Councillor Michael Deon Burton, Councillor for South Hornchurch ward visited the development at Napier and New Plymouth House, Rainham.
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Proposal for new homes in Romford gets green light
Proposals for 1,380 new homes at Waterloo and Queen Street in the heart of Romford have been approved by Havering Council’s Strategic Planning Committee.
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New Harold Wood Station plaza opens
Harold Wood Station has had a complete overhaul of the look, feel, and safety of the station.
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Community hub revamp complete in time for new opening in June
Havering’s first community hub, in Harold Hill, will be opening for residents on 8 June.
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Demolition starts at Waterloo and Queen Street, Romford
Demolition work has started at Waterloo and Queen Street Romford, as part of Havering Council’s ‘12 Estates’ regeneration programme with Joint Venture partner, Wates Residential.
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New homes on track despite Covid 19 pandemic
Havering Council’s Deputy Leader paid a visit on Monday to the Napier and New Plymouth House development to check progress - six months after construction began.
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Havering businesses benefit with new contracts for borough’s biggest regeneration project
Four local businesses have been awarded contracts by joint venture partners, Havering Council and Wates Residential, as part of the borough’s biggest regeneration project.
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Construction phase begins on London’s £1.5bn regeneration project
The construction phase on the first site of one of the biggest regeneration projects in London has begun.
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Council Leader disappointed by new Crossrail delays
The Leader of Havering Council has raised his concerns about further delays to the Crossrail project (known as the Elizabeth Line).
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Havering Council steps in to safeguard Bridge Close regeneration
Last night, Havering Council’s Cabinet agreed to buy out the interest of its joint venture private sector partner, First Base Bridge Close Regeneration LLP.
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Council adds more social housing to new Rainham development
Havering Council has announced more social housing for the Napier and New Plymouth regeneration development in Rainham.
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Havering residents urged to sign up to free online construction training programme
Havering Council and Wates Residential are encouraging local residents to sign up to a free, three-week construction training course.
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Plans approved for retirement village as part of £1bn regeneration project
Major step forward for Havering Council and Wates Residential’s 12 estates regeneration project.
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Rainham and Beam Park: have your say as public consultation opens
Local residents and businesses have an opportunity to share their views on the plans to transform the first three of the nine development sites in Rainham earmarked for regeneration.
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Waterloo Estate regeneration - Supporting Romford’s recovery post Covid 19
Plans have been submitted to the Planning Authority for the Waterloo Estate in Romford.
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Demolition completes on first site in Havering’s 12 Estates Regeneration
Demolition work has finished on Napier and New Plymouth House, the first site in phase one of Havering Council’s 12 Estates regeneration programme with Wates Residential.
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Havering Council’s Local Land Charges team nominated for prestigious industry awards
Havering Council boasts several prestigious nominations as finalists in the Land Data Local Land Charges Awards 2020.
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Harold Hill residents encouraged to share views on regeneration project
Residents in Harold Hill have shared their views on proposed plans for the Chippenham Road Estate.
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Council commits new money to boost high street trade as funding changes means parking charges are relaxed
Havering Council has announced “significant investment worth millions” to help the borough’s businesses tackle the challenges of changing shopping habits and online competition.
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Regeneration project helps residents back into work
Havering Volunteer Centre’s Stepping Stones Lunch and Learn programme has celebrated a hugely successful year, with over half of its attendees now in full-time employment.
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More local businesses set to benefit from borough’s biggest regeneration project
Havering Council and Wates Residential call for local businesses to be part of their ambitious programme to deliver 3,500 high-quality homes for local people over the next 12 to 15 years.
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Havering Works helps over 400 residents in successful first year
Havering Works, the employment and skills service run by Havering Council, has celebrated its first year, assisting more than 400 residents to overcome barriers to employment.
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Council tenants donate furniture to help residents in need
Havering Council has teamed up with local charity, Here to Help Havering, to provide furniture, donated by former residents of Waterloo Estate, to those in need within the community.
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Building future careers through Havering regeneration scheme
Bespoke Building Futures programme delivered by joint venture partners Havering Council and Wates Residential.
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Bringing festive cheer to our most vulnerable residents
Christmas is a time for families to come together and celebrate, but it is important to remember those who are less fortunate.
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Proposed plans for new modern retirement village submitted
Proposed plans for a new modern retirement village in South Hornchurch, Havering, were submitted on Tuesday, which focus on improving residents’ wellbeing and creating new green spaces.
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Sapphire Ice & Leisure named Civic Building of the Year
Romford's Sapphire Ice & Leisure has been named the UK's best new civic building at a national awards event recognising the country's public projects.
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Havering partnership shortlisted for a national housing award
Joint venture partnership between Havering Council and Wates Residential up for Collaborators Award at the EG Awards 2019
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First plans approved for Havering’s biggest regeneration project
The first plans for Havering’s biggest regeneration project have been agreed, marking a significant step forward for the Council’s flagship home building programme.
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Heart and Soul is open for business
Heart and Soul, the new venue at 80-84 Market Place, Romford, has officially opened for business, after being taken over by new operator, KingsHeart.
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Havering cracks the code to supporting young women in tech
Over 100 female students from seven local schools took part in the Havering Young Entrepreneurs Programme to help develop their digital and entrepreneurial skills.
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Havering communities cash in on new developers charge
Havering communities are set to benefit from a new charge for developers who are building new homes and large retail projects within the borough.
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Free business course sees success for local entrepreneurs
Dozens of budding entrepreneurs from Havering and East London have successfully set up new businesses and kick-started their careers after completing a free business training course.
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Demolition begins to make way for new modern retirement village
Demolition has begun on the former Solar, Serena and Sunrise Courts site, in South Hornchurch, which is set to become a modern retirement village.
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Council finds new operator for 80-84 Market Place
Havering Council has found a new operator to take on the management of the former Retailery – 80-84 Market Place.
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Station upgrade breathes new life into Gidea Park
Work has now completed on the £1 million regeneration of the areas surrounding Gidea Park Station.
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Local NHS Clinical Commissioning Group moves to Romford
Havering Council has welcomed Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge Clinical Commissioning Group (BHR CCGs) to its new headquarters in North House, Romford.
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Havering Council buys M&S retail unit
Havering Council has confirmed the purchase of the retail unit, which is home to Marks & Spencer, in South Street, Romford.
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Demolition begins on £1 billion London regeneration project
Demolition has begun on one of London’s biggest housing regeneration projects, marking a significant step forward for the £1 billion scheme.
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Community litter pick leads to a Cleaner Havering
Havering Council and Wates Residential have taken part in a community litter pick to help make the borough a cleaner and tidier place to live.
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PopUp Business School success as Havering residents graduate
A free training course that provides participants with the support and tools to start a business has proved a success in Havering after more than 80 residents took part.
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Investors and developers flock to Havering
‘We are open for business’ was the overriding message from Havering’s Leader to more than 120 investors and developers at an event in Romford.
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First plans submitted for borough’s biggest regeneration project
The first plans for the borough’s biggest regeneration project were submitted today (Monday 13 May 2019), marking a significant step forward for the scheme.
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Public consultation for Bridge Close, Romford
Residents are invited to the next stage of public consultation for Bridge Close in Romford
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Romford Masterplan exhibition - The emerging ideas
Since launching the public consultation of the Romford Masterplan in January this year, our first exhibition provided an opportunity to see an overview of feedback received to date.
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Get involved in Havering's free Pop-Up Business School
Havering Council are urging residents to sign up to a life-changing two-week training course that provides participants with the support and tools to start a business.
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Your Romford - have your say on town’s future
Havering Council is continuing the conversation with residents and businesses to get their thoughts on how to improve Romford Town Centre and surrounding area.
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Havering businesses attend third Meet the Buyer event
The third Meet the Buyer event took place this morning and was an opportunity for businesses to discuss potential future work on three sites earmarked for regeneration.
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Businesses awarded demolition contract for Havering's biggest housing project
Two local businesses have been awarded demolition contracts by joint venture partners, Havering Council and Wates Residential as part of the borough’s biggest regeneration project.
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Havering businesses urged to get involved
Havering Council and Wates Residential are calling for Havering businesses to be part of their ground-breaking programme to deliver 3,000 high quality homes for local people over the next 12 to 15 years
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Your Romford, your say: join the conversation
Havering Council is asking residents and businesses for their thoughts on how to improve Romford Town Centre and surrounding area.
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£1.6m funding secured to support business and employment in Rainham.
Havering Council working with partners, has successfully secured £1.6m through the Greater London Authority Good Growth Fund (GGF).
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£800k digital boost for Rainham
As part of the Local London Partnership, Havering has secured £800k through the London Authority’s Strategic Investment Pot, to be used to improve digital connectivity in the Rainham area.
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80 Christmas lunches for Havering homeless and volunteers
Dozens of homeless people and volunteers in Havering have been served special three-course Christmas meals thanks to volunteers from the borough’s biggest regeneration project and The Salvation Army.
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Pupils use Minecraft to help design future homes
Primary school pupils road-test and improve estate design with the best ideas to be considered by Wates Residential and Havering Council for £1bn scheme.
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Second public consultation launched for Bridge Close Romford
Following an initial round of consultation in September, residents and businesses have a further opportunity to share their views on plans to transform Bridge Close, an area of Romford town centre.
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£1bn housing project gives Havering youngsters career kick-start
Eleven young adults in Havering have had a career kick-start as the first training opportunities were launched by the biggest regeneration project in the borough.
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Residents have say on borough's biggest regeneration project
Residents in Havering are being invited to have their say on prospective ideas and designs for the biggest housing regeneration project in the borough.
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Have your say on plans for Bridge Close Romford
Local residents and businesses are being invited to have their say about plans to transform an area of Romford within the ring-road.
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Heathrow team touch-down in Havering
Havering is bidding to be one of the Heathrow Logistics Hubs by highlighting Rainham’s unrivalled connectivity to Heathrow by rail, road, river and air.
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Havering Council’s Cabinet agree plans for major regeneration in the heart of Romford town centre
Havering Council Cabinet Members agreed proposals to transform the Bridge Close site in the centre of Romford.
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Gidea Park Station Improvements
Havering Council, in partnership with Transport for London and Crossrail, is making improvements near to Gidea Park Station.
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A new vision for Havering Council has been ratified by full council this evening
The Council’s new vision, ‘Havering – making a Greater London’, is about “embracing the best of what Havering has to offer, and how we as a borough can play an active role in the success of the whole of London," said Andrew Blake-Herbert, Chief Executive of Havering Council.
