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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · 2d

This week, the Renters’ Rights Bill became law. That means:
- ✅ End to no-fault evictions
- ✅ No more bidding wars to secure a tenancy
- ✅ Maximum of 1 month’s rent upfront
- ✅ Rolling monthly tenancies
- ✅ Fair rules for pets

👉Read more: www.mirror.co.uk/money/6-majo...

Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · 3d

🏠 Big news for renters in #Newham: the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 passed on Monday!

❌ Ends “no-fault” evictions
💷 Limits rent rises to once a year
🛠 Stronger repair rules
⚖️ New Ombudsman for disputes

Fairer, safer homes for Newham residents.

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Will Norman @willnorman.co.uk · 5d

This week construction started on the next phase of Newham's
Royal Dock Corridor - in partnership with the GLA.

🚲Protected bike lanes
🚗Safer speeds
☔️🌿Planting & SuDS
🚶Safer crossings & pedestrian connectivity

👏 @plaistovian.bsky.social & team

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Newham Cyclists @newhamcyclists.uk · 6d

Work begins on phase 6 of #RoyalDocksCorridor, a Brucie bonus that will finally connect City Hall & housing in the area to the Cycleway network, and fix the awful wait times for people crossing to the DLR. 🎉 @rokhsanafiaz.bsky.social @plaistovian.bsky.social www.newham.gov.uk/transport-st...

Map of Western Gateway and Tidal Basin Road with two-way cycle tracks on both sides as far as City Hall, carriageway reduced to 1 lane in each direction, traffic lights removed, and priority pedestrian and cycle zebra crossings to allow people to cross the street.

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · 16d

A wonderful autumn day to be out on the #doorstep in Plaistow West and Canning Town East this morning. Warm responses from residents towards @newham_labour! 🌹

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Emma Pearson @emmapearson.bsky.social · 19d

Cars account for just 4.3% of journeys in Paris. So motorists may be 'living in fear' (although that sounds unlikely) but the vast majority of Parisians, far from seeing red, are pretty happy with expanded space for pedestrians, cyclists and public transport users

The Times & Sunday Times @thetimes.com · 19d

Paris sees red as mayor drives cars off the road

Motorists in the French capital live in fear of the tow truck and sky-high parking fines

Paris sees red as mayor drives cars off the road

www.thetimes.com

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Simon Opher @simonforstroud.bsky.social · Oct 1

🌍 Big climate wins announced at conference yesterday:

✅ Full ban on fracking
✅ Expansion of Solar panels for schools & hospitals
✅ Clean energy jobs plan – doubling jobs to 860k by 2030

Tackling the climate crisis isn’t optional – it’s essential for our economy, our food security, and our future.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · Oct 1

NEW: London has achieved the historic milestone of meeting the legal limits for nitrogen dioxide for the first time in 2024 - 184 years earlier than experts predicted.

Blue sky with clouds and text reading “Mayor of London. Great news. London has met legal air quality limits 184 years earlier than predicted.”

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Oct 1

The gains also have wider public health and social justice implications. Communities in more deprived areas, who have long borne the brunt of poor air quality, are now among those experiencing the greatest improvements.

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Oct 1

The results show that the policy is having a marked effect: transport emissions are falling, vehicle fleets are becoming cleaner, and the air quality benefits are being felt even in outer boroughs.

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Oct 1

Policies originally expected to take many decades to deliver change are instead achieving dramatic improvements within only a few years. Experts argue that London may now reach its legally required pollution targets decades ahead of schedule.

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Oct 1

For decades, London has struggled with dirty air, particularly from road traffic and domestic burning. Much of the public discussion around pollution has focused on nitrogen oxides (NOₓ) and fine particulates (PM₂.₅), which are linked to respiratory diseases, heart problems, and premature death.

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Oct 1

This achievement marks a turning point in the capital’s environmental and public health policy, with significant reductions recorded in nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), fine particulates (PM₂.₅), and other vehicle-related emissions.

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Oct 1

London has reached a watershed moment in its long-running battle with air pollution: for the first time in decades, evidence suggests that all Londoners are now breathing cleaner air, thanks largely to the expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ).

www.mylondon.news/news/south-l...

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Oct 1

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · Oct 1

NEW: London has achieved the historic milestone of meeting the legal limits for nitrogen dioxide for the first time in 2024 - 184 years earlier than experts predicted.

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Sep 20

Plus remote controlled bobcat!

Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Sep 20

Looking forward to seeing how the Royal Docks Corridor will continue to shape opportunity and connectivity in Newham.

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Sep 20

Delighted to have attended Newham Council’s Royal Docks Corridor celebration.

The event was a great example of how infrastructure projects can bring communities together—full of interactive activities, energy, and even some digger-tastic fun! 🚜

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Sep 20

A huge thank you to everyone involved in bringing this vision to life. The Royal Docks Corridor is now open – and ready to be enjoyed by everyone.

Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Sep 20

The feedback already speaks volumes – from residents describing the changes as transformational to recognition from cycling networks as one of the best new routes in London.

With Phase 6 at Western Gateway due to start in 2026, this is just the beginning of the journey.

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Sep 20

This project is a real example of what can be achieved through long-term ambition, strong partnerships, and listening to the community. Funded through contributions from development and major support from the GLA, it has turned a £60m concept into a £35m delivered scheme.

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Sep 20

What was once a corridor dominated by heavy vehicle traffic has been transformed into a welcoming, climate-resilient public space, with:
🚶 Safer crossings and pedestrian-friendly routes
🚴 A high-quality segregated cycleway
🌳 Tens of thousands of new trees, planting and SUDS

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Cllr John Morris @plaistovian.bsky.social · Sep 20

Yesterday, I had the privilege of attending and speaking at the official opening of the Royal Docks Corridor – a milestone moment for Newham, London, and everyone who walks, wheels, cycles, or simply enjoys safer, greener streets.

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Brent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · Aug 25

Pedestrianizing a main street spine in central Reykjavík was controversial with businesses when it was first done, so they made it a summer pilot. They kept it that way, a pilot, for over a decade, and then went ahead and made it year-round and permanent. No big deal. No controversy. People like it.

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Montréal @mtl.org · Aug 23

The city of Montréal has just announced that Ste Catherine Street will become permanently pedestrianized next year, as part of a beautification project of the Village including leafy trees, softer walkways and comfy installations. We’re jumping for joy! 🤩

📷 @evablue.bsky.social

#montreal

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