October 2008 News
Below are our news headlines for this month. You will find the full stories on the pages on the left or you will be able to link to other pages on our website to find out more.
Green Matters
Saving the planet sounds like a tall order, but even the smallest of changes could make a big difference, according to the Energy Saving Trust. More
Transport News
A new road safety DVD has been launched to help reduce the high rate of young African-Caribbean pedestrians involved in road traffic accidents. More
Education News
A unique initiative to encourage more local students to consider going to Oxford university has been launched at a Clapton sixth form. More
Health News
A cycle ride of a lifetime raised £15,000 for charity Headway North London, which supports brain injury survivors. More
Energy Efficiency Week
20-24 October 2008 is Energy Efficiency Week and everyone is being encouraged to do their bit to help reduce carbon dioxide emissions – one of the main greenhouse gases thought to contribute to climate change. More
Single case of inhalation anthrax
A Hackney resident is being treated in hospital for an extremely rare case of inhalation anthrax. More
Page updated: 3 Nov 2008