News & Events: October to December 2007
Mayor celebrates launch of London Overground
Mayor Jules Pipe welcomed the transfer of the North London Line to Transport for London, bringing with it Oyster Card usage and fully staffed stations, as the first steps of a £1.4billion investment programme, which will also give Hackney its first Tube-style link via the extension of the East London Line (ELL). More information
Jules Pipe marks Local Democracy Week with Hackney's young people
Hackney's Mayor, Jules Pipe, paid a visit to London Fields Lido to witness the Guinness World Record attempt for the largest mass participation synchronised swimming routine ever. More information
Mayor welcomes further improvements to Revenues and Benefits services
Following the visit from Government Minister James Plaskitt last year to congratulate Hackney's Revenues and Benefits on their improved performance, 2007 has seen further improvements - and more national recognition. More information
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