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Bin collections

Waste and recycling collections have stopped in Wanstead and some parts of Ilford due to the hot weather. Collections will start earlier than usual tomorrow. Please leave your bins out by 5am.

Amber Heat Warning

Published: 11 September 2023 Thermometer on blue sky with sun shining

 

The UKHSA has extended the AMBER Heat Health Alert until 09.00 on 12 September.

For those who are sleeping rough in the borough cool spaces can be accessed at our Welcome Centre, 2-6 St Marys Road, Ilford IG1 1QX 

 

Please note during this period visitors will be able to:

 

  • Staying beyond the usual closing hours until 4pm.
  • Access shower facilities and drinking water during service hours.
  • Obtain medical support and advice if showing any adverse effects from the hot weather.