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Fate of Hampstead Heath Library Decided by Camden Cabinet

By Simon__Lee at 11:21 on 10/06/11

Three proposals were presented to the Camden Cabinet on Wednesday that would decide the fate of Camden's libraries, including Heath Library. As seen in our previous article, the first two proposals involved the reduction of the services provided by many of the borough's libraries, whilst the final proposal was the generally anticipated closure of many of the libraries. Good news for for...
Changes as to how to Contact Camden Council

By Simon__Lee at 17:46 on 31/05/11

From tomorrow, major changes will take effect as to how residents of Camden should contact the council. Originally, the process was a little confusing, but now it has been simplified. All of Camden's receptions have now been combined into one venue on Argyle Street in near Kings Cross. The reception will offer the following services: Holborn district housing offices Council tax Benefits Housing options advice and...
Camden Council Launches Statistics Website

By Simon__Lee at 14:30 on 13/05/11

Camden council have released an interesting new website to allow the general public access to in depth information and statistics about their local area. The website, Camden Data, combines information from all over the public sector, including the NHS and the police. It also includes information about schools, libraries, parks and pretty much anything else you may need to know about the areas that come...
Are Potholes a Necessary Evil?

By Simon__Lee at 13:03 on 07/03/11

Potholes seem to be a subject of contention amongst the general public. It's understandable that people would be upset by their existence considering the amount of money we spend on taxes, especially of course, road tax. It was interesting to see in this week's Ham&High that Barnet council have paid out on more claims because of road damage than any surrounding borough. Only a brief moment of triumph can be...
Protest Against Local Libraries Closing

By Simon__Lee at 15:49 on 30/01/11

Sadly Camden libraries are being threatened with closure. This seems to be the case all over the country and it seems a terrible shame. Yet is this something that was just destined to happen? Are libraries thing of the past or should we be fighting to keep them open? The reason I ask this question is because of new services that the council are providing such as the opportunity to download (or 'take-out') audio-books or eBooks from...

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Changes to Hampstead Rubbish Collection Days

By Jesse_Custer

I'm glad they're doing this! I've realized lately that our house produces more recycling than normal...

By Simon__Lee at 17:09 on 07/06/11

Not all news can be exciting or interesting, but some if it is just down right necessary. Camden Council has announced that the rubbish collection dates for many properties all over the borough have been changed. In many cases, the number of general rubbish collections have been reduced (and compensated for with extra recycling collections). The changes have been made in order to save Camden Council money, and have been made possible...
Camden Cabinet to Consider Proposal To Close Libraries

By Jesse_Custer

My bet is that they go for proposal C.

By Simon__Lee at 11:29 on 31/05/11

Camden Council have released the report that will be presented to the cabinet on the 8th of June which will influence their decision as to how the council is going to save 1.6 million pounds in the running of the borough's libraries. The council want the cabinet to choose one of three options that will ensure that the borough can still provide a high quality service which still meets the requirements of the...
Volunteers to Save the Libraries?

By Jesse_Custer

Surely a survey that only questions users of the library is bias? I'm not surprised that the...

By Simon__Lee at 12:05 on 16/05/11

Statistics were released last week following a survey into the public response to the proposed closure of several of Camden's libraries. The survey followed an announcement by the council that they would need to save ï¿¡1.6 million through cuts in the local libraries. The survey questioned library users, and needless to say, the majority did not want any of Camden's libraries to close, to...
McDonalds Applies to Extend Opening Hours

By janestclair

Take McD and while we're at it, Tesco to the edge of town and send 'em packing.

By Jesse_Custer at 11:15 on 12/04/11

Did anyone else see that McDonalds in Hampstead High Street is applying to keep it's doors open an extra two hours a day? The branch has been open for a few years now, and was lucky to be able to open in the first place considering the sheer number of people who were against it back then (a little before my time in Hampstead!) Once again, people are rising up against the chain. Ham&High announced in last week's issue that the...
Pond Street to Become One Way For Two Months

By zackstrife

And this is why no-one in London should drive.

By Simon__Lee at 14:32 on 20/03/11

Drivers in Hampstead will be disappointed to know that driving around Hampstead is about to become even more difficult. As it is, roads around East Heath road and especially around the Royal Free Hospital are congested enough in the mornings and evenings. Unfortunately Pond Street, the road that runs along the front of the Royal Free Hospital is going to be closed one-way for two months. ...