Waltham Forest is an outer London borough formed in 1965 from the merger of the Essex municipal boroughs of Leyton, Walthamstow and Chingford. The area is administered by Waltham Forest London Borough Council.
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Waltham Forest London Borough Council, also known as Waltham Forest Council, is the local authority for the London Borough of Waltham Forest in London. The council oversees the borough’s public services, planning, and community initiatives. The London Borough of Waltham Forest is an outer London borough formed in 1965 from the merger of the Essex municipal boroughs of Leyton, Walthamstow and Chingford. This historical merger reflects the area’s development as a distinct administrative unit within Greater London. Residents benefit from the council’s governance structure, which provides local services and supports community projects across the borough. The council’s role includes managing local schools, parks, and housing, contributing to the overall character and functionality of Waltham Forest as part of the wider London metropolitan area.