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My very best wishes to everyone celebrating Eid al-Fitr in Brent and beyond.
The traditional Muslim festival marks the end of Ramadan - a month of fasting. 'Eid', an Arabic word meaning 'festivity,' is a happy event that embraces family, thanksgiving, remembrance and peace.
Lockdown restrictions remain in place despite the usual tradition for family gatherings and prayers during this occasion.…
Read full articleBarbers, beauty salons and hairdressers among those most guilty of flouting Covid-19 rules
Brent Trading Standards is processing hundreds of Covid-19 complaints ever since the lockdown began - with most related to businesses that flout social distancing rules and open when they shouldn’…
E-book borrowing up 20% since lockdown
Brent's e-library has been doing a roaring trade since lockdown started, with e-book borrowing up 20%. E-magazines saw a similar boost, at 20% more issues. Audiobooks, which can be downloaded electro…
Lockdown is no excuse for domestic abuse campaign launched
A new campaign is launched across Brent this week in light of the increase in domestic abuse incidents during lockdown. The Council is calling on supermarkets, retailers and pharmacies to help r…
Parking enforcement returning to normal
Motorists are advised that parking enforcement will be returning to normal levels in Brent, as all London Councils have seen greater movement of cars following the Prime Minister’s announcement on Sun…
Tennis courts reopen but playgrounds remain closed
The Prime Minister has announced that people will be able to exercise as much as they like and also relax in parks as of today (Wednesday, May 13) Gatherings are still not permitted, but people may m…
Pavements to be widened to help people keep their distance
Pavements in some of the busiest streets in Brent are to be temporarily widened to help residents stay safe and slow the spread of COVID-19 by social distancing. ‘Pinch points’ have been iden…
Lockdown is not yet over: A message from Cllr Muhammed Butt, Leader of Brent Council
Last night, like many of you, I sat indoors watching the Prime Minister address the nation on TV. Although many people have understandably told me they were left confused by the statement, it was clea…
Volunteers groups offered free DBS checks to help protect the vulnerable
Mutual Aid Groups which are helping neighbours with shopping, running errands and combatting loneliness are being offered free DBS checks to help safeguard vulnerable people. To support those who are…
Foster carers are key workers – let us thank them during Foster Care Fortnight
Over 80 foster parents in Brent have opened their homes to local children in care and are looking after them with love and dedication every day. Managing under lockdown is not easy for them, but they…