Jennette Arnold OBE continues to represent the people of Hackney in the London Assembly

Labour candidate Ben Hayhurst wins Hackney Central byelection with 68% of vote

The Green party’s candidate for London mayor calls for high-quality apprenticeships and support for small businesses

This one-day course covers the essentials of audio for the web, Sunday 10 June

Various Dalston venues, Friday 4 and Saturday 5 May 2012

Wheelchair user Agnes Parma given 48 hours to move to a flat unsuited to her needs or else be deemed ‘intentionally homeless’ if she refused

Artist Nazir Tanbouli creates murals of mythical creatures on the Kingsland Estate in Haggerston

Joss Whedon’s high-concept scary movie is a satirical curiosity

Hackney Empire, until 5 May 2012

Alvarado Gallery, 33 Chatsworth Road. Until 2 May 2012