A Romford homeowner has denied any wrongdoing after Havering Council launched an investigation following resident complaints.

Jason Frost, Mawneys ward councillor, posted on Facebook that planning enforcement officers are investigating alleged breaches at an address in Hainault Road.

The council declined to confirm the nature of its probe and what the allegations are that it is investigating.

A spokesperson said: "We’re aware of several complaints from members of the public and are investigating. We cannot comment further at this stage."

The Hainault Road homeowner fervently denied wrongdoing when contacted by the Recorder and claimed the complaints received were incorrect.

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On its website, the council urges anyone who suspects a planning breach to contact it.

It says its planning enforcement team receives up to 800 investigation requests a year.

The authority says people should check whether planning permission has been obtained before reporting a breach.

It adds: "The better the quality and detail of the information you provide, the more likely it is that the team will be able to investigate the matter."

To make a report, go to the council's website havering.gov.uk.