Campaigners say more needs to be done to keep the section of the New River that flows through Hackney clean and litter-free
Despite its name, historic waterway is actually rather old – 400 years old to be precise
Labour politicians urge Boris Johnson to scrap plan – but Fire Brigade stresses London would still receive ‘very good service’
Following the death of Cllr Maureen Middleton, the Conservatives are keen retain the seat in New River ward
