Hackney Council

📲 We’ve launched our WhatsApp channel! Get notifications about family-friendly activities 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, cultural events 🎭, important updates 📢, and more. Quick and easy to join – just follow the link: orlo.uk/FKJ4T

Under 25? This weekend, sign up for the free condom scheme for young people and collect free condoms and lube from local venues in Hackney and City of London #LetsTalk orlo.uk/zo0Fh

Join us on Saturday August 2, in the North Marshes pollinator gardens, Hackney, for a relaxed session of weeding and learning about native plants. It’s a good chance to spend time in nature and support local wildlife. No experience needed! Register here: orlo.uk/AFd4p

The decision to close some schools due to a rapid fall in primary pupils has been incredibly tough. So we have a duty to ensure the buildings aren’t left empty or sold off, but stay as important public assets for Hackney. Find out how we're doing it 👇 orlo.uk/7lP5m

📢 Have your say on proposed changes to adult social care charges in Hackney. We’re consulting on how care charges are applied to make the system fairer and more consistent. 🗓️ Consultation will be open until 5 October. 🔗 Visit: orlo.uk/cPLlq to have your say.

❗Rectory Road in Stoke Newington is closed southbound between Brooke Road and Evering Road due to a collision. Diversions are in place - please avoid the area if possible.

We want to hear your views on our new draft Air Quality Action Plan, which sets out the steps we’ll take over the next five years to improve air quality in Hackney Read the draft plan and share your views: orlo.uk/VHXz7

Yesterday we celebrated adult learners in Hackney 🎉 We heard inspiring stories from people who have overcome challenges to succeed. Our new prospectus is out now — with courses from English & maths to digital skills. 📚 Find out more and register: orlo.uk/RyrjE

Don't miss out on our Community Energy Fund - it opens soon! In the past, organisations have benefited from solar panels, heat pumps and more to make their building more efficient and reduce costs 💰 Express your interest now before the fund goes live orlo.uk/f3ap2

Summer’s a great time to get outside, but ticks love the outdoors too. 🌳☀️ If you're walking through grassy or wooded areas, take a look at our guidance to help you stay safe and #BeTickAware 👇 orlo.uk/Lv6Sk

Get your bike safety checked for free 🔧 We have Dr Bike pop-ups across the borough every week where you can have your bike checked over by an experienced mechanic Today’s pop-up 👇 ⏰ 3.30-6.30pm 📍 Britannia Leisure Centre Future events: orlo.uk/19rqu

Have your say on @TfL's plans to improve road safety in Shoreditch They’re aimed at improving the Shoreditch High Street junction with Great Eastern Street, making it easier and safer for people to walk and cycle Find out more: orlo.uk/OvO1w

Before you head off on your holiday this summer, take a moment to consider how to stay safe while travelling. Find country-specific advice and vaccine info at: travelhealthpro.org.uk

We’ve secured £105k from @LondonMarathon Foundation to transform Hackney Downs basketball court, MUGA & gym! This summer, it’s game on. Read more here: orlo.uk/6ym0u

🤩 ⛱ Our summer holiday programmes are out NOW! Discover what's on across our youth hubs and adventure playground this summer break from 21 July - 22 August. View the programmes here: younghackney.org/latest/

🚨 NINJA SWORD AMNESTY On Monday 21 Jul a van will be parked outside Tesco, 55 Morning Lane for people to surrender any knives - no q's asked. The surrender van, facilitated by FazAmnesty, is part of the ongoing efforts to reduce knife crime. From 9am-12:30pm @ukhomeoffice

❗REMINDER: There has been a change in law and postal votes now have an expiry date: 31 January 2026. If you vote by post, please re-apply ➡️ orlo.uk/dU6Q9 If you have recently made a postal vote application on or after 4 February 2025, you do not need to reapply.