Canning Town is made up of diverse and vibrant communities This was the case around Manor Road Quarter Canning Town has historically been home to workers for London’s historic docks It was characterised by low-density housing and limited green spaces Manor Road Quarter had been identified as an exciting opportunity for regeneration and placemaking Located directly opposite nearby underground and bus stations the new place is part of the exciting regeneration programme benefitting the whole of Canning Town Manor Road Quarter is designed to be responsive to the unique needs of the surrounding community but also curate a new neighbourhood which draws people to Newham We worked hard with our partners to maximise the affordability of homes which is a significant challenge in the capital The affordable homes will be available at London Affordable Rent Discounted Market Rents or for part ownership through Shared Ownership we completed 177 affordable homes and 178 homes for private sale Social Value is the golden thread through- out the delivery of Manor Road Quarter We created 437 new jobs through the wider supply chain many of which were secured by residents of Newham working with our delivery partners Morgan Sindall Construction 2,935 students benefitted from work experience placements and engagement with schools We used Social Value Portal to record data and calculate the social and local economic value which equated to £10.8m Manor Road Quarter is not only an opportunity to create a sustainable new place but a chance to influence the long- term sustainability of the established community These communities are some of the most deprived in Newham Manor Road Quarter is creating housing and employment opportunities and elevates the environment around existing homes and communities packed full of new opportunities for biodiversity and landscaping which safely capture storm water runoff and further enhance biodiversity We’ve aimed for a 64% reduction in carbon emissions compared to building regulations targets We’re also targeting Net Zero emissions in operation by procuring renewable energy to power the buildings Replacing an underused car park and commercial sheds the linear park will be bordered by new spaces for businesses and shops It will create a buzzing and active destination it’s become a place for the community to come together With new cycle lanes and a continuous network of green spaces We have always recognised that dynamic and inclusive communities are built around shared spaces and spend time are what will build that community around Manor Road Quarter We have enhanced the wellbeing of all residents with a new green link to connect with the Lower Lea Valley and unlock new opportunities to connect with nature It’s an asset for thousands of residents across East London the impact of Manor Road Quarter will be felt more widely than the new community it will create Not only will residents have access to affordable homes but new community spaces with links to nature this will help enable the new and established communities to thrive Other examples of initiatives delivered by the project team at Manor Road Quarter: -The project team converted the In- duction Room on the ground floor of the Manor Road site cabin into a Knowledge Quad This was used as a facility to deliver a range of accredited and non-accredited courses to upskill local residents -The Knowledge Quad was used for Hazard Activity training for 8 LDEUTC students on 18th studying the Built Environment -Three T-Level students on a 45-day industrial placements we on site throughout phase 1 -Delivered a CSCS card training to un- employed Newham residents 25 people completed and obtained a CSCS card Morgan Sindall Construction teamed up with our Supply Chain partners to host a Homeless Feed event at Manor Road -The Manor Road team partnered up with Muse and Inspire to support a workshop at Star Primary School “As Mayor of the vibrant London Borough of Newham I am 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London's Canning Town is emerging as one of the city’s most attractive residential hotspots Canning Town has been transformed in the past 15 years modern community offering great value without sacrificing the perks of urban life For those who desire proximity to Canary Wharf’s energy but are looking for more affordability Canning Town could well be top of the list Canning Town has been reshaped by major development projects most notably Ballymore’s London City Island and Goodluck Hope These two landmark schemes introduced over 2,500 new homes and unique amenities establishing Canning Town as a dynamic residential choice for domestic and international buyers alike modern aesthetic and lifestyle amenities that rival developments like Embassy Gardens in Nine Elms these projects have redefined what it means to live in east London While Canary Wharf remains a business and cultural hub Canning Town offers a more accessible price point 30% more affordable than Canary Wharf on a price-per-square-foot basis This affordability appeals to a range of buyers from first-time purchasers to young professionals Residents benefit from the same vibrant riverside environment as Canary Wharf making it an ideal alternative for people wanting to balance location Canning Town is exceptionally well-connected making it a prime choice for those commuting to central business districts With the Jubilee line and DLR (Docklands Light Railway) on its doorstep residents can reach key employment hubs like Liverpool Street and Bank in under 30 minutes—only about six minutes more than if they were traveling from Canary Wharf This outstanding connectivity positions Canning Town as a fantastic choice for professionals who want both convenience and savings Canning Town’s transformation is about more than just new buildings; it’s about the lifestyle that residents can now enjoy The area is brimming with stylish cafés including riverside parks that offer a refreshing urban escape Approximately 30% of Canning Town residents are under 40 a younger demographic than the London average and income levels among residents are rising reflecting the area’s growing appeal to young professionals Contact Sophie Illingworth Officers found a 17-year-old boy with stab injuries at a street close to Canning Town station News | London Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice Six people have been arrested after a teenager was left fighting for his life in a stabbing in Canning Town The Met Police were called to reports of an assault on Hallsville Road near Canning Town station on Saturday shortly after 8.30pm Officers found a 17-year-old boy with stab injuries at the scene The force added that he remains in hospital in a critical but stable condition Six people have been arrested in connection with the investigation The Met added that crime scenes are in place and officers remain in the area A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We were called at 8.33pm on Saturday 1 March to reports of a stabbing on Silvertown Way “We sent a number of resources to the scene an incident response officer and a paramedic from our tactical response unit We also dispatched a trauma team in a car from London’s Air Ambulance “Our first paramedic arrived in three minutes We treated a patient at the scene and took them to a major trauma centre.” A Met spokesperson added: “Detectives are investigating following a stabbing in Newham “Police were called at about 20:35hrs on Saturday 1 March to reports of an assault on Hallsville Road “Officers attended and found a 17-year-old male with stab injuries “He was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service He remains in a critical but stable condition “Six people have been arrested in connection with the investigation “Crime scenes are in place and officers remain in the area “Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting CAD 6234/01Mar.” Prince Louis steals the show at VE Day parade as he keeps dad William looking sharp and mimics brother George Prince Louis steals show with sweet antics at VE parade VE Day 2025 fashion: best looks from the day VE Day 2025 fashion: Princess of Wales to Lady Victoria Starmer UK tourists face major travel shake-up as Dubai airport set to close Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in major blow for Putin ahead of Victory Day celebrations Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in blow for Putin Royals watch historic flypast as huge crowds turns out for VE Day 80th anniversary Royals watch historic Red Arrows flypast for VE Day 80th anniversary On Monday 5th of May the Call Centre will deal with emergencies only self-serve & emergency out of hours call support will be unaffected Newham Council has reached an important milestone in its project to transform Canning Town Old Library into a heritage centre that celebrates Newham’s history and stories Building work has now begun on the Grade II listed Canning Town Old Library when library services relocated to the nearby Rathbone Market. Social Justice and Culture said: “The start of the building work at Canning Town Old Library marks the beginning of an exciting new era of cultural opportunity for this borough and its residents “The Old Library has always been a cherished and important building in Newham but now its future as a heritage centre will cement Newham’s ambition to put culture “We want residents to really engage with us to help shape this fabulous new resource including helping us find its new name.” Led by award-winning architects Haworth Tompkins the completed heritage centre will feature a display space and a learning space for all – bringing this much-loved Victorian building back into community use Support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund will also enable a dynamic programme of activities and new cultural partnerships with creative organisations across the borough This investment will provide greater access to Newham’s archives and museum collection with important cataloguing and conservation work planned over the next year The project is being supported by cultural partners such as V&A East all of whom will collaborate with Newham Council on events The centre is set to open in 2026, and there are many ways for people living, working, and studying in Newham to get involved, including helping to choose a name for the centre. 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Designed and powered by Jadu Despite the assumption that secularity is on the rise many young people are ‘finding truth in the church’ welcomed a staggering 5,000 people across 20 masses in Holy Week Church attendance across all Christian denominations has been in decline across England and Wales with the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics describing both as “minority Christian countries” But that national reality has been inverted in Canning Town where St Margaret’s first opened its doors in 1866 averaging more than 800 worshippers a week regularly livestreams services to those who cannot find a seat “The narrative has always been that nobody goes to church,” Armitage says “It’s a narrative that needs to be adjusted Recent polling by the Bible Society and YouGov points to a quiet resurgence in church attendance across the UK particularly among young people in Roman Catholic communities The figures go against the long-held assumption that secularity is on the rise I’ve had three people phone up to say they want to be Catholics Completely out of the blue,” Armitage says adding that the pattern is not unique to their church Others have continued pouring into the church following the news of Pope Francis’s death Father John Armitage at St Margaret & All Saints Church Photograph: Martin Godwin/The GuardianGeorgia Clarke the director of youth ministry at St Elizabeth of Portugal RC Church in Richmond said her parish had four adult converts this Easter alone: two former Protestants Her youth ministry began in 2020 with six teenagers Now more than 100 young people attend regularly Clarke suggests this is down to the fact her parish was inspired by Pope Francis to move away from a traditional classroom-style model towards a more relational approach to teaching the faith She says people often jokingly describe confirmation as the “exit sacrament” where those young people are not seen until they get married about 80–90% of teens stay connected to the church after confirmation through weekly meet-ups where discussions range from climate anxiety to getting into university She adds that it is not just young people – overall mass attendance at Easter jumped from 560 in 2023 to 760 this year “We had people pouring out of the church in every single side chapel you can imagine The chairs were being run up and down the stairs to seat more people I’ve honestly never seen anything like it.” the Evangelisation coordinator for the Diocese of Westminster says her parish in Forest Gate had 1,000 people from Saturday night to Sunday night or something has drawn them back again,” she says “People are coming with whatever their question is … What will take it over the line for many people is how God breaks into their life.” Many cautioned that this increase is likely to be small and concentrated in England’s urban centres where waves of immigration from Catholic-majority countries such as the Philippines Poland and many countries in Latin America have had a noticeable effect on parish congregations But they were keen to point out that it is not just demographic changes Several church members also spoke of a notable number of Britons and second- or third-generation ethnic minorities converted in her early 20s after growing up in a Protestant household Her husband and many of her friends are also young adult converts When she first attended young Catholic gatherings in 2017 the majority of attendees were “cradle Catholics” “Now if I go to a young adult gathering it seems as if most of the people there are converts so I do believe there is some kind of revival happening.” Gabriel Diai says Father John talks about ‘self-forgiveness and how a lot of people struggle with that’ Photograph: Martin Godwin/The GuardianGabriel Diai is a leading member of St Margaret’s youth group which has experienced notable growth among 25- to 35-year-olds but that’s not the system any more,” he says About 30-35 people meet once every fortnight many of whom are drawn to Armitage’s sermons just under 40 people attended morning mass at 9.30am where Armitage preached that transformation begins not with belief This message resonates deeply with east London which has long been one of the country’s main points of arrival Diai added: “One of the key things Father John talks about is self-forgiveness and how a lot of people struggle with that Whether they made a mistake … you’re still someone that’s loved.” who is based in Leicester and hosts a podcast about ordinary Catholics and their faith journeys said many of her guests spoke about “finding truth in the church” and wondered if it is a reaction to “a kind of post-truth world where it’s hard to know what to hang on to” She has also observed that younger guests are often surprisingly well-read exploring Catholic writers and scripture in depth before choosing to commit “They’ve really looked into it and felt confident that they found something here.” “A lot of friends of mine have Bible studies in people’s houses So that’s ammunition and curiosity to take things further.” but we’ve got the anecdotes and stories of people who’ve lived in worse situations than the present “It’s your faith and your relationship with God that’s ultimately going to drive your motivation We use cookies to make sure we give you the best experience possible. 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meaning that a majority of local residents have greenlit an ambitious deliver up to 1,700 new homes including 50% genuinely affordable energy-efficient homes with 500 new family homes community facilities and improved public and green spaces in the neighbourhood. said: “Canning Town estate is the third largest of the estates which I promised I would deliver when I became Mayor back in 2018 I am really pleased with the outcome as it shows that local residents trust their council to deliver the things that matter most to them The result shows we have the overwhelming backing of the community who are ready to see positive change happen in a neighbourhood that has been left behind for too long We will now get cracking with the improvements in the local area and building much needed homes our people can afford I am looking forward to continuing working closely with residents and bring to life our vision for an enhanced neighbourhood and well designed high quality homes our people can afford.” “Working hand in hand with local residents in Canning Town who have been involved in co-producing the exciting masterplan 50 percent of which will be genuinely affordable There’ll be 500 new family homes with 3 bedrooms or more improved public realm including communal gardens and play spaces for everyone to enjoy All the homes are spacious and energy-efficient as part of our Just Transition Climate Action plan which will mean cheaper bills as well.” The ‘Yes’ vote of confidence is a key milestone in Mayor Fiaz’s ambition to deliver good quality homes for local people in safe well-connected neighbourhoods; and the 1,700 homes adds to the 147 new genuinely affordable homes Newham Council is already building on the estate as part its Affordable Homes for Newham programme work will now accelerate to submitting the masterplan application to the Local Planning Authority later this year the Council’s Community Wealth Building ‘Place’ team will continue working with the Canning Town steering group comprising of residents to continue progress on the co-produced plans and a range of community engagement initiatives both pled guilty to charges of animal cruelty at Thames Magistrates Court in relation to five dogs who were discovered in appalling conditions who were discovered in appalling conditions at Ford Park Road All five dogs had significant health problems related to neglect flea infestation and injuries caused by fighting with other dogs said: “This is one of the worst cases of animal cruelty and neglect that many of the professionals involved had ever witnessed “Thanks to the public spirited intervention of a member of the public and the swift and decisive of our Animal Welfare officers these dogs have been saved from a life of misery and pain It is wonderful to share that after receiving months of veterinary care and treatment these five dogs have now been happily re-homed “I would urge anyone who is struggling to adequately care for a pet or anyone who is concerned for the welfare of an animal to contact our welfare team for help and support.” were seized by Welfare Teams and have now been successfully rehomed George and Georgina Reynolds were spared jail due to their ages George was subject to a curfew and must wear an ankle bracelet Georgian was sentenced to serve 150 hours of unpaid community service The Council was also granted costs of over £4,000 the Court took the following aggravating factors into account: Newham Animal Welfare teams visited the property in March 2024 following calls from a concerned member of the public without any obvious access to water or food were found with gunshot wounds in a residential cul-de-sac Two men were taken to hospital after being shot in an east London cul-de-sac in the early hours of Saturday Officers and paramedics were scrambled to Thorne Close, in a residential area off Rogers Road, in Canning Town shortly after 2am They were both taken to hospital where they remained receiving medical treatment on Tuesday The Met’s Specialist Crime Command is investigating Detectives have launched an appeal for anyone with information to get in touch Detective Inspector Iain Wallace said: “I would like to hear from anyone who was in the area in the early hours of Saturday – who heard or saw anything suspicious – to come forward “Two men were shot and it is vital that we identify who is responsible I would ask that you check any dash cam footage to see if you captured the shooting.” The Met said there will be a heightened police presence in the area in coming days Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD 757/26Oct You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 • The latest round of National Lottery Heritage Fund and Public Sector Decarbonisation funding will kick start the delivery phase of the Old Library renovation The £204,870 of Public Sector Decarbonisation Funding secured from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero will advance the project’s decarbonisation ambitions; to install decarbonisation measures and bring the building up to an industry-accredited ‘BREAAM Very Good’ rating which for a Grade II listed building will be an exemplar in the borough It will enable the installation of heat pumps in replacement of the outdated gas heating system the provision of solar panels and several other measures to improve the thermal efficiency of the windows and walls throughout the building. Through the current development phase running until July 2025 Newham Council will be working with residents community groups and partners to create recruitment opportunities along with setting up the processes to activate the space to make it into a real community space for the Canning Town neighbourhood and beyond Canning Town Old Library was granted full planning permission and listed building consent in October 2023. The building works are due to commence in summer 2024 following a competitive tender process which is currently taking place to appoint a contractor to lead on the construction phase of the project Your guide to London's culture and transport news and events taking place across the city Published on 27th January 2025 by ianVisits in History Work to convert Canning Town Old Library into Newham’s new heritage centre has started and the council is now asking the public to suggest a name for it Canning Town Library closed in 2017 when the books moved to Rathbone Market and the building has been vacant ever since In 2022, the council appointed architects Haworth Tompkins, to rennovate and upgrade the building so that it can become the area’s new heritage centre The building is being refurbished with money from a levelling-up bid with the council securing £6.2m of funding in October 2021 The building was constructed between 1892 and 4 by the Corporation of the Borough of West Ham to designs by the Borough Engineer and Architect Lewis Angell FRIBA presumably while the scaffolding was still up The library and neighbouring town hall were some of the first public buildings in the borough to be lit by electricity which was generated by gas engines on site; these were used until 1898 when the power generating station at Abbey Mills came into operation Although the hall next door has had various occupants over the decades It will reopen in autumn 2026, with a name suggested by the public. 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Uniquely, we can enhance and support delivery by leveraging the experience of ECF (our established partnership with Homes England and Legal & General) and Habiko (our newest partnership with Homes England and PIC) Both ECF and Habiko bring together like minded organisations with bespoke skills Together we can enable the delivery of challenging or difficult opportunities This might be because of viability challenges ECF already has a strong track record of delivery including at Manor Road Quarter in Canning Town With a focus on delivering highly sustainable and affordable homes we see a tremendous opportunity to unlock a wide range of regeneration across the South We’ll be doing much more to introduce Habiko to our public sector partners over the coming months where our teams have delivered some of the region’s most imaginative regeneration Wapping Wharf in Bristol was delivered with our local partners Umberslade including 450 new homes within a vibrant new neighbourhood a retail quarter and the restoration of the Grade II listed City Gaol Gate As part of ECF, we have been delivering the regeneration of Millbay in Plymouth which refurbished the historic docks to create over 500 new homes to date alongside a 171-berth marina We are working with public sector partners to unlock the final phases to complete this ambitious new neighbourhood The South West is a region where we have done some of our most important work and we see significant future opportunity to delivery mixed-use regeneration at scale – in line with our wider strategy We have much to be proud of over the last 12 months but 2025 is packed with even more opportunity or new delivery approaches we have an exciting vision and the capability to take advantage Detectives launch appeal after woman sexually assaulted on Tube between Canning Town and Finchley Road Police want to speak to this man after a woman was sexually assaulted on a busy Jubilee line Tube earlier this month Detectives said the woman was assaulted while on a train between Canning Town and Finchley Road at around 11.30am on Wednesday Releasing an image of a man in an appeal, the British Transport Police said they wanted to speak to him as they believed he may have information to help with their investigation Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40 you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 Max Dean come watch your favourite DJ's throw it down all day long with some crazy b2bs.. Raish Ahmed died on Monday after being stabbed during an attack on Saturday Police have released a picture of a man stabbed to death at a house in Canning Town died and two other people were injured following the attack on Hartington Road at around 4.30pm on Saturday Officers were called to the scene along with paramedics from the London Ambulance Service where they found Mr Ahmed with stab wounds A teenage boy was also found with a slash injury The Met Police said both injuries were assessed as not life-threatening Mr Ahmed was taken to hospital for treatment, but despite the best efforts of emergency services he died in hospital on Monday His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers of Hartington Road was charged on Sunday with attempted murder and the charges will now be reviewed by the CPS following Mr Ahmed's death Whybrow was also charged with grievous bodily harm racially aggravated assault and possession of an offensive weapon Police are not looking for anyone else involved in this attack Whybrow will next appear at Isleworth Crown Court on November 4 Anyone with information is asked to contact the police incident room on 0208 721 4961 or 101 you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org ‘Out of control’ fire destroyed a van and damaged a car and lorry A controlled explosion on a film set near the O2 arena in London sparked a fire that destroyed a van London fire brigade said firefighters were called to an open-air yard in Dock Road The blaze was under control just over an hour later after 25 firefighters attended the incident It is understood the fire followed a “pre-planned filming event” at the site close to the capital’s O2 arena which hosts concerts by Niall Horan and Texas next week London fire brigade posted on X on Saturday evening saying: “The fire at an open air yard in Silvertown is now under control “One van was destroyed by the fire and most of a car and lorry were damaged by the fire There are currently no reports of any injuries.” It added: “The fire in Silvertown followed a controlled explosion at a film set which spread out of control. Firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the fire Crews will remain on scene for the remainder of the evening.” The open-air yard in Dock Road where the fire took place is also near to London’s cable car link across the River Thames Witnesses posted videos of the fire on social media with some users on X saying a number of “small explosions” could be heard “There were two small explosions before the fire started,” they said “The third explosion was the one on the video … crazy.” Published on 15th October 2024 by ianVisits in Architecture Heat from a computer data centre could warm thousands of homes around Canning Town in east London if approval to build the data centre is granted A large scrap metal site next to the River Lea has been earmarked for the large data centre data centres also consume a lot of electricity and this one will be located close to existing pylons and the West Ham substation The pylons will be linked to the data centre via a new tunnel dug along the connecting road The new power cable tunnels will also be designed for a future upgrade that could remove the overhead pylons entirely but that would be an option for the power company to consider and the proposal here is to direct that into a separate energy centre and pump house building and then feed it into a district heating network being built for the wider area The planning documents say that the “Bidder Street Data Centre due to its substantial heat capacity and proximity to high density residential housing would be one of Newham’s principal strategic heat sources” As the district heating network still needs to be built the neighbouring Crown Wharf development may be used as a pilot scheme (900 homes) to export excess heat from the data centre to provide heat and hot water to local homes as part of its district heating system it could extend to 13 more large-scale heat pump energy centres with thermal storage and 4.5km of low-temperature heat network pipework to supply heat to 13 mixed-use developments in Newham and Tower Hamlets Nine of the developments currently use combined heat and power (CHP) the scheme could supply heat to almost 13,000 homes plus commercial spaces which is currently cut off by the scrapyard would also be opened up to the public subject to access to the neighbouring estate open up a riverside walk up to the Cody Dock The planning application will be discussed by Newham Council’s Meeting of Strategic Development Committee but it’s good to see this kind of joined-up thinking in planning We should not be using this energy in the first place Google have purchased land at North Weald Airfield to build a Data Centre there News | UK A suspect has been charged with murder after a man was stabbed to death at a house in east London Daniel Whybrow, 46, of Hartington Road, Canning Town was originally charged with attempted murder on October 6 but the charge has been changed following the death of 50-year-old Raish Ahmed Officers were called to the property on Hartington Road shortly after 4.30pm on October 5 following reports of a stabbing. They attended with paramedics from the London Ambulance Service where they found Mr Ahmed with stab wounds A teenager was also found with a slash injury while a 41-year-old male was also assaulted Both injuries were assessed as not life-threatening Mr Ahmed was taken to hospital for treatment but died on October 7 His next of kin are being supported by specialist officers Whybrow was also charged with grievous bodily harm against the teenage boy and threats to kill plus racially aggravated assault by beating against the 41-year-old male as well as possession of an offensive weapon He will appear at the Old Bailey on January 6 2025 Alternatively, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org. VE Day 2025 fashion: best looks from the day, Princess of Wales, Princess Charlotte, Lady Victoria Starmer WATCH: Former Met Police detective Peter Bleksley discusses levels of crime in Britain's cities A teenager is fighting for his life and six people have been arrested following a stabbing in East London. Officers from the Metropolitan Police attended to reports of an assault on Hallsville Road near Canning Town station on Saturday shortly after 8.30pm. A 17-year-old was found with stab wounds at the scene. The Met Police has confirmed he remains in hospital in a critical but stable condition. The police remain at the scene this morning Six people have been arrested in connection with the investigation. The Met added that a cordon remains in place this morning and officers will remain in the area. One resident said they have lived in Canning Town for a decade and Hallsville Quarter for four years, telling the Romford Recorder that: "My neighbours and I are terrified. "We have been pleading for better security for years, yet nothing changes." The area around Canning Town remains cordoned off The section near Morrisons and the Pret A Manger shops has been taped off. Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting CAD 6234/01Mar. Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. Police are appealing for any information after two men were injured I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice Police have launched a hunt for a gunman after two men were injured in a shooting in east London on Saturday Officers were called to Thorne Close in Canning Town at around 2.05am following reports of the shooting. Arriving on the scene, they found the men, aged 25 and 27, injured. Both were taken to hospital where they continue to receive medical treatment. One man was in a serious condition after being shot in the back, but is now recovering. No arrests have been made and a crime scene remains in place. The matter is being investigated by detectives from the Specialist Crime Command. The Met Police have advised residents that additional policing patrols will be present in the area over the coming days. Detective Inspector Iain Wallace said: “I would like to hear from anyone who was in the area in the early hours of Saturday – who heard or saw anything suspicious – to come forward. “Two men were shot and it is vital that we identify who is responsible. “Also, I would ask that you check any dash cam footage to see if you captured the shooting.” govt and politics"},{"score":0.906257,"label":"/society/crime"},{"score":0.866726,"label":"/law govt and politics/law enforcement"},{"score":0.820792,"label":"/society/crime/personal offense/homicide"},{"score":0.727781,"label":"/law Campaigners say Thames Water should have given time for diversion route to be made car-free News | Transport Cyclists have expressed concern that Thames Water has part-closed a key walking and cycling route in east London for 18 months The utility company gated off the central section of the Greenway, meaning cyclists and pedestrians travelling between Canning Town and the Olympic Park are forced to take a lengthy on-road diversion started on September 2 – meaning it is not due to reopen until March 2026 Cyclists are diverted via Abbey Lane, Abbey Road and Manor Road with the route requiring riders to make a difficult right turn across traffic just after Abbey Road DLR station Newham Cyclists said Thames Water should have given Newham council enough time to prepare a traffic order allowing it to close Abbey Road to vehicles It wants Thames Water to stop work and reopen the Greenway until the diversion route is safe Newham Cyclists said on Monday: “We are disappointed and angered by Thames Water’s and their contractors’ decision to close part of the Greenway Newham’s only safe and inclusive north-south cycle route while the diversion route is dangerously busy with car and van traffic “People who use the Greenway - from children and families cycling to school or the park to workers at Newham Hospital -are being forced onto a narrow bridge at Abbey Road DLR with fast and heavy traffic “Cars and vans speed and emerge suddenly due to poor sight lines intimidating cyclists by revving and passing too close are riding on the pavement in fear; the pavement is much too narrow for pedestrians as it is “We have been inundated with messages from Greenway users reporting frightening encounters on the diversion We think it is only a matter of time before someone is hurt Dangerous cyclists face penalty points on driving licence to cut accidents in London Feargal Sharkey: 'No water firm boss will go to prison' DLR trains slowed down as engineers reveal they are too fast for track Why Pittsburgh should be on your Stateside holiday bucket list Representatives from Newham Cyclists met Thames Water at the end of July and warned the firm that the Abbey Road part of the diversion was “dangerous” and the closure should be delayed until Newham Council had time to fix Abbey Road Newham Cyclists posted on X/Twitter last week: “They should have delayed the closure until a safe diversion could’ve been put in place by removing excess motor traffic from Abbey Road a member of the London Assembly and the Green Party’s deputy leader said: “We need improvements for walking and cycling to the diversion “I've found Abbey Road really difficult the last couple of days and I'm a relatively experienced cyclist.” Concerns have also been expressed at the inconvenience caused to staff and patients at Newham hospital The Greenway is a 4.3-mile car-free paved route that links Hackney Wick and Beckton via the southern boundary of the Olympic park Thames Water has been carrying out work on its section closest to Stratford High Street for more than a year but has maintained access However the section further east has been closed off entirely with contractors from the firm Barhale manning gates and only construction vehicles allowed through A Newham council spokesperson said: “Newham council is working with Thames Water and partners to ensure that any disruption caused by these essential works is kept to a minimum “We recognise the Greenway as a vital as sustainable transport link and are working to improve the diversion route for cyclists and those walking “We remain committed to minimising the impact on the community and appreciate the public’s understanding and cooperation while these vital improvements are carried out.” Asked why the closure had not been delayed until roadworks were completed on the diversion route Thames Water said: “Manor Road is a major upgrade project which has been months in the planning and we cannot pause the project in response to emergency works.” Thames said that “vital repairs” were being carried out to the Northern Outfall Sewer the strategic pipeline that lies underneath the Greenway The outfall sewer was originally constructed by Sir Joseph Bazalgette in the 1860s and expanded in the 1910s It runs from Wick Lane in Bow to Beckton Sewage Treatment Works and serves more than five million people and the bridge supports that carry it over the Jubilee Line The upgrade will extend their lifespan by a further 120 years Thames said that it and Newham council had agreed to close the Greenway “to ensure public safety” said: “It is always our priority to minimise disruption and to try to maintain access to amenities at Manor Road the works are very close to construction activities and there is insufficient space to maintain a safe public route through the worksite “While we appreciate they will impact access to a popular amenity we hope that residents and users will recognise their importance the need for safety and the long term benefits they will deliver.”