Three Blind Mice (catchers!)

In the picture on this post you will see the holes by the drain near the junction entrance from Grove Road to Barleyfields Close. The holes are purported to be rat holes froam a nest of rats living within the drains and terrifying the local community. Residenst have informed me that they have seen rats in the area and that they have reported the problem to our Pest Control Department. I have had problems with the Pest Control department before, after their qualified staff and contractors misdiagnosed mice with rats before and a Local Government Ombudsman official forced them to refund the cost of private Pest Control - after much exhibited reticence. I personally believe our pest control officers and department is not fit for purpose. However, I shall cascade this concern to them in an attempt to have it rectified. Should you wish to contact them directly for any concerns their contact details are as follows:


graham.moss@redbridge.gov.uk or themis.skouros@redbridge.gov.uk.


Alternatively call 020 8478 3020 and ask for the two named individuals.


They are rather slow to respond (probably have steam powered computers and answer machines) when they choose to however, so don't expect miracles.

The issue of rat infestation is a growing health and safety concern, that will no doubt result in illness and poor health for many residents - if not stemmed now! I will encourage our head of Public Protection to review the existing operation.

Richmond Estate - What a calamity!

Richmond estate is in a diabolical state everywhere you look there are issues of repair and maintenance that affect quality of life, heath and safety and general aesthetics. I have rallied on to the Management Agents RMG and little seems to have progressed. I am going to dedicate some more time over the next few weeks in finding a positive solution. In the first picture on this story you can see a rubber tube that stretches along the whole length of the first block and is often protruding into the streets causing a trip hazard - RMG stated it would be removed a long while ago- yet we are still viewing this today.

The railing at the entrance corner to the Richmond Estate has been damaged by a vehicle and 2 years on the insurance rebate has failed to materialise. RMG complained to me that they could not get a crime reference from the Police. I facilitated this with our Local Chadwell Sergeant and am bemused we are still in the same position...?

Just look at the state of the inside of the Underground Car park to the Richmond Estate....You should see it at times of high rainfall! residents have been very concerned about the lack of repair and the failure to reinstate the car park. What was the solution RMG decided to implement....


Gating the Car park with a bright yellow lock....? It is time RMG faced up to their responsibility and re-opened the underground Car Park! In its current state the Car park is fuelling potential disease with much stagnant water (where they have switched of the pumps) and litter it will be a breeding ground for pests - if not controlled. I have asked planning to look into this matter.

One reason why the previous contractor's ambitions to introduce real sunlight to the underground Car Park has failed, is that the slats on their light filters are the wrong way up...? I have raised this with RMG and to date nothing has been done to change this.



Stone banks are empty and stones are being used to fill drains below. Perhaps soil and vegetation would be a better option?





Loose bricks have been in the same location for over 8 months. Repairs are not been undertaken to broken segments of walls. I have been informed of bricks being thrown around by antisocial youths...This is an opportunist crime and it is being facilitated at this estate.


Gates to the underground Car Parks have been locked to keep people out. The Car Parks have now been unused for over 3 years and still do not look like being repaired...? I believe the Underground Car Parks were an essential ingredient for the initial planning application...I have set an enquiry with the Planning Team.

Stone banks are empty as stones have been thrown into drains below them and Water mains have been tampered withs as seen in picture?




Fly tipping and inappropriately disposed of resident waste is present in all the bin Areas...this is continual and promises of gating schemes and CCTV fail to materialise?

Almost graffiti free zone!

There is effectively very little graffiti to report in Chadwell, much why, I no longer write lists of graffiti just highlight the few instances I now see during my delivery of letters in Chadwell. This really is due to the sterling work of Russell Ward and his team who have responded to my reports of graffiti and fly tipping with great expedience. Her is one incident located on Grove Road near the entrance to Barleyfields Close.

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Crucible Close dilemma continued

Here you can see the graffiti located on the wall of a bin shed at the corner of Crucible Close. Located very near the area mentioned in a previous post in which fencing is broken. I ahve reported the incident to the Streetscene Team and am confident of an expedient cleaning excercise.

Estate Management

The image with this post illustrates both the irresponsibility of Estate agents in leaving their signage up even after a sale or letting has occurred. It also highlights the unfortunate culture of inappropriate rubbish depositing that has infiltrated our society. I hope that in future if these unwanted signs appear residents encourage the installers to collect their property, which should be the correct process of removal of these unwanted and unsightly items. I have reported the litter to the Streetscene team.

Not Again!

Here is an image of the green telecoms box opposite 34 Langham Drive. Graffiti has been smeared across one side of the box, which is now one of only a few areas that still have any graffiti in Chadwell Ward. I have reported this sighting to the General Cleansing Team and am confident our excellent team will remove it shortly.

Together, we are winning the war against this scourge!

Events in Redbridge

August Table Top Car Boot Sale and Coffee Morning

Saturday 8 August
Venue : Shern Hall Methodist Church, corner of Shernhall Street & Oliver Road, Walthamstow E17 9HX
Time From 11 am to 1 pm
Event details: Table top sale / car boot sale and coffee morning. Featuring lots of stalls, bric-a-brac, jewellery, cards, toys, cakes, books, Fairtrade items and lots more.
A great place to find a bargain, special gift or just pop in for a coffee.
Hot and cold food and refreshments available. Please come and support the church, The event will be on whatever the weather.
Price: FREE admission
Contact: Susie on email: dotcomsusie@gmail.com

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LGBT event - Age Concern Redbridge and Tower Hamlets

Saturday 8 August
Venue: Ilford
Time 5 pm to 8 pm
EventPositive East along with Age Concern Tower Hamlets and Redbridge are holding two social events for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) people aged 50+ who live, work or socialise in Tower Hamlets or Redbridge.
If you identify as LGBT, are aged 50 or over and are in Tower Hamlets or Redbridge, you are invited to attend one or both of the events.
This is a great opportunity to:
meet new people in your local area
have a drink and a bite to eat
tell us your experiences of being LGBT in the local area
discuss ideas for an older LGBT people's network
find out about the groups and services available to you
Price: Free
Contact: For further information, including venue details, please contact Fazal Mahmood via email on Fazal.Mahmood@Positiveeast.org.uk, or call him on 020 7791 2855 or 07958 690156.

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Dhruva Foundation
Sunday 9 August
VenueGoodmayes Park Bandstand
Time3 pm to 5 pm
EventBring a deckchair and a picnic this summer to relax and enjoy the sunshine whilst listening to the distinctive sounds of the various bands. The perfect way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon!
Price: Free
EnquiriesFor further information call 020 8708 3044

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Music in the Parks - Dhruva Foundation
Sunday 9 August
Venue:Goodmayes Park
TimeFrom 3 pm to 5 pm
DetailsCome and enjoy a repertoire of classical Indian music from this local South Asian music group. Bring a picnic and a deckchair, relax and enjoy the music!
PriceFREE, just drop in (no booking required).
Age: Families
Enquiries:For further information call 020 8708 3370