Rowan Parkhouse and Gemma Lewis from Choki at Greenwich Market. Photo: Cat Wiener.
Wander through Greenwich Market on a Friday, past the stalls selling (more…)
Brockley’s sweet sensations
Business, Meet The Traders May 23, 2010Boris urges new government to back Crossrail
Business, Politics, Transport May 11, 2010
Boris Johnson. Photo: Matt Kendall
London Mayor Boris Johnson and the capital’s business community are calling on any new government to back plans for improvements to London’s transport network. (more…)
Robin Hood comes to Brick Lane
Business, Politics, Tower Hamlets News May 3, 2010
Robin Hood Treasure Hunt in Bethnal Green, Photo: Isabel Minter
On Sunday a group of campaigners dressed in Robin Hood costumes gathered at the Rich Mix arts centre in Tower Hamlets – (more…)
Easter puts spring in the step of local traders
Business, Hackney News Apr 2, 2010
Photo: kjpm @ flickr
Across south and east London, businesses of all types are putting on a show to celebrate the arrival of Spring and the Easter holiday, hoping to use the season help boost the fragile economy.
Ridley Road market to shine again
Business, Environment, Hackney News, Uncategorized Mar 15, 2010
A stall at Ridley Road market. Photo: sean-b
One of the most popular markets in Hackney will be redeveloped thanks to a major council investment.
After a consultation of local residents, shoppers and traders, carried out last year, Hackney council decided to invest £1 million (more…)
Tax tidal wave
Business, Hackney News Mar 11, 2010
Boris Johnson has announced new tax rate Photo:©Crossrail
Local traders have expressed anger at a looming “tidal wave” of tax that is set to hit businesses in April.
Business rates are not set by local authorities. They just collect it for central government.
Future uncertain for award nominated cafe
Business, Lewisham News Mar 5, 2010
Photo: Anna Haswell
A popular New Cross café which has been shortlisted for a local business award is unsure how much longer it can remain in business.
Hidden Art Awards recognise London creatives
Arts, Business Feb 15, 2010
Photo: Hidden Art London
The work of up-and-coming artists in London was showcased at the recent annual Hidden Art awards, held at the Rich Mix arts centre in Bethnal Green. (more…)
Quarter of local shops crushed by credit crunch
Business, Lewisham News Feb 11, 2010
Ghost town on the high street. Photo: Phillip Evans
The credit crunch refuses to loosen its grip on Lewisham, with a quarter of its town centre shops standing vacant.
Small (more…)
Cupid at large on EastLondonLines….
Business, Lead Stories Feb 10, 2010
Local shops are spreading the love. Photo: Tetraktys
Cupid’s arrow is shooting through south and east London this weekend. Many of you are planning to spend the weekend with your loved one – or maybe thinking of that certain someone. So EastLondonLines is also having a special weekend with a chance to let someone you love know how you feel. (more…)
