Lionel Messi visits Romford – but why?
Football’s international superstar Lionel Messi paid a visit to Romford this week - but was it for the famous market stall bargains, a night in South Street’s clubs, or a flutter at the race track?
Update: Residents’ Association leader declines coalition to avoid ‘decision-making paralysis’
A coalition has been ruled out of the question because the Residents’ Association (RA) did not want to seize power, according to the “saddened” Conservative leader.
Emerson Park: Ukip gains another seat as council leader re-elected
Ukip has made another gain in the Conservative safe ward Emerson Park but the Tory council leader managed to retain his seat.
Local Elections: Ukip wins all three seats in Gooshays
Ukip has won a full house in Gooshays - the ward where the party had its first councillor in Havering as well as in London.
