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Havering

American

[hey-ver-ing] / ˈheɪ vər ɪŋ /

noun

a borough of Greater London, England.

Havering British

/ ˈheɪvərɪŋ /

noun

a borough of NE Greater London, formed in 1965 from Romford and Hornchurch (both previously in Essex). Pop: 224 600 (2003 est). Area: 120 sq km (46 sq miles)

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It said O'Donovan was willing to work with Havering Council, but only if the authority shows a clear, lawful basis for what it wants to do.

From BBC ● Mar. 26, 2026

Havering Council said it would continue to call on the government and the Greater London Authority for funding and support to expedite a legal solution.

From BBC ● Mar. 26, 2026

He's the chief executive of Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals Trust - and says the number of people coming through the front doors is at a record high.

From BBC ● Jan. 22, 2026

Havering Council said it was lobbying the government for more funding to help it meet demand.

From BBC ● Apr. 16, 2025

She died in 1437, and the memory of "Joan the witch queen" was long held in awe by the people of Havering Bower.

From Brittany & Its Byways by Palliser, Bury, Mrs.

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