Explore Stratford
Stratford has a full and rich history dating back to the early 1800’s. St John’s Church, the famous markets, and the old town hall are just a few gems in the town centre that make the area truly unique.
Stratford History
Stratford has historically been important point for travellers to it’s location near the River Lee. From our Roman origins to a medieval village, Stratford has always been transforming. In the 1830’s Stratford became an industrial hub with the arrival of the railway, triggering the population boom and establishment of factories, workshops and industrial facilities. Our district represents the ‘original’ Stratford.
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Stratford Future
Stratford Future is our dedicated platform explaining the large number of new developments that are planned to be built in and around the Stratford town centre.
The page is designed to provide information about each development including type, size and timeline in order to making it more accessible for local businesses, residents and stakeholders to form a full picture of the scale of change planned for the original Stratford.
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SME Business Breakfast – Skills Round Table
The University of East London is at the forefront of universities offering apprenticeship degrees, working with national and local employers to give individuals pioneering opportunities to “earn and learn”. Sign up to learn more about national apprenticeship scheme at this SME Breakfast. Sign up here.
Newham Council apprenticeship business breakfast Lets Talk Apprenticeships – Employer Briefing
The University of East London is at the forefront of universities offering apprenticeship degrees, working with national and local employers to give individuals pioneering opportunities to “earn and learn”. Levy transfer: how to make the most of your apprenticeship levy. Funding support: opportunities to fund training for your staff. Apprenticeship…
School of Health, Sport and Bioscience – Year of Health Apprenticeships Open Day
This will be a drop-in event, allowing attendees to explore various offerings, meet mentors, and engage with current apprentices and view the campus. The goal is to provide prospective candidates with insights into our programs and highlight the career opportunities available through HSB apprenticeships, positioning us as a leading choice…
Employer Briefing on New Levy and Skills Update
This event will provide an introduction and update on the new Skills Levy being launched by the Government, where employers will be able to use 50 per cent for apprenticeships, and 50 per cent for other skills development activities, such as CPD courses. As part of the session, an overview…
Simpler Recycling Legislation Q&A
Find out how your business can comply with Simpler Recycling reforms in our live Q&A with First Mile’s CEO Bruce Bratley. Join First Mile on 13th February 2025 at 1pm – 2pm GMT for a live webinar where our CEO and host Bruce Bratley will be will be answering all…
Boost your business with UEL Apprenticeships
UEL’s apprenticeship programmes are designed to help you achieve these goals by providing your team with the skills and knowledge they need to excel. UEL are dedicated to delivering practical learning experiences that benefit both employers and apprentices. They offer a range of apprenticeships across various levels and disciplines, in…
Are you ready for the new recycling legislation?
First Mile has been running a number of webinars to inform about the new legislation so that businesses can prepare for the new laws. You can watch a recording of their online seminar that talks you through the changes to legislation and what this means for your business below.
The Rebel School Business Support Programme
Step into 2025 with confidence whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, the comprehensive online sessions delivered by the Rebel Business School offers invaluable insights and practical tips to help you grow and be more profitable this year. Attend all ten sessions for a complete guide to building a successful…
Get Cyber Secure
The Met Police Cybercrime Unit want to support businesses to build up their resilience to cybercrime.They offer a number of services to SMEs, completely free of charge. These focus on staff training, incident response planning and vulnerability assessment. They use hands-on gamified learning inputs in order to really engage audiences,…
HANNA STREETER APPOINTED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF STRATFORD EAST
Stratford East has announced that Hanna Streeter has been appointed Executive Director and joint CEO, taking up the position from July 2025. Streeter joins Stratford East from the Orange Tree Theatre, where she is currently the Executive Director and joint CEO. Hanna said: “I’m overjoyed to have been appointed by…
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