Ellena Cruse & Alice Richardson

The policy of fining punters who engage in sexual activity with prostitutes has been slammed by a campaign group. Redbridge Council is the first borough in the UK to allow police and enforcement officers to issue on the spot penalties for soliciting sex on the streets.

Plans to change the constitution of the borough have been unveiled to streamline the planning process and minimise the chance of councillors falling asleep during meetings.

A dockless bike scheme which was launched just over three months ago will stop operating in Redbridge.

Dog owners could be fined up to £100 for walking multiple dogs.