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hackney

[hak-nee] / ˈhæk ni /
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The empty school is currently being renovated to become a second site for oversubscribed Ickburgh, a council-maintained specialist school in Hackney.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

David Hackney, a maternal-fetal medicine specialist who was not involved in the study or Thurman’s case, told Salon he was not surprised to see this data published and to hear these stories.

From Salon • May 26, 2026

Hackney, Haringey and Lewisham did not tell us how much the additional elections would cost local taxpayers.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Shomrim said it is "aware of the fact that the Orthodox Jewish community is exceptionally concerned about these threats" and said it is working closely with both Hackney and Tower Hamlets police.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Three mothers with seven children, all from the Hackney area of London, had been billeted on the Tallis family.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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