News

Pop-Up Youth Friday at ETNA Community Centre

If you're between 13 and 16 years old and live around East Twickenham, come along to the ETNA Community Centre for a series of fun activities on Friday 26 April 2024.

Council news | 16 Apr 24

Apply for a climate action microgrant this April

Following the successful delivery of 35 microgrant-funded community projects, events and activities during last year's Great Big Green Week, we have launched a new microgrant scheme to support local climate action projects on an ongoing basis.

Council news | 12 Apr 24

Move more at our leisure centres this April

Start moving more in a way you enjoy by making the most of our offers including pickleball, junior court hire and no joining fee on our memberships.

Council news | 08 Apr 24

Get back on the road to work with Room to Work

Room to Work is a six week career development course for mature jobseekers and career changers, starting on Monday 15 April 2024.

Council news | 03 Apr 24

Raising awareness of abuse for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

This April we are working to raise awareness of violence against women and girls (VAWG), and the types of support that are available to those in need.

Council news | 03 Apr 24

Everything you need to do to vote in the London elections in May

On Thursday 2 May, Londoners can vote to elect the Mayor of London, 14 members of the London Assembly that represent London’s 14 constituencies, and 11 Assembly Members who will represent the whole of London. 

Council news | 03 Apr 24

Easter holiday waste and recycling collections

There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections over the Easter weekend.

Council news | 26 Mar 24

Nominations for the Dignity in Care Awards are open

Do you know a paid carer, care worker or personal assistant who goes the extra mile? Nominate them today for a Dignity in Care Award.

Council news | 20 Mar 24

Richmond slams Hillingdon for sewage dumping plans

Richmond Council has condemned proposals for treated effluent to be dumped in the River Crane, risking the water quality of the river and the Local Nature Reserve which is home to endangered water voles and critically endangered European eels.

Council news | 18 Mar 24

Small electricals kerbside collection service and community recycling banks launched

You can now easily recycle your unwanted small electrical items at 20 new community recycling banks, or with your weekly kerbside mixed recycling (black box) collection.

Council news | 18 Mar 24

Council leaders condemn removal of children’s cancer care from St George’s

Council leaders from across south west London and Surrey have condemned the announcement by NHS managers that children’s cancer services are to be removed from Tooting’s St George’s Hospital.

Council news | 15 Mar 24

Have your say on a new community food growing area for Hampton

Our Parks team are proposing to establish a community food growing area at Dean Road Open Space in Hampton and want to hear from local residents.

Council news | 14 Mar 24

Free MMR vaccine walk-in clinic available Saturday

This Saturday 16 March 2024, Hampton Wick Surgery is offering walk-in Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine appointments to residents who are registered with a Richmond Upon Thames GP.

Council news | 14 Mar 24

Richmond best in London for supporting adults in social care

We have been rated the best in London for social care-related quality of life and overall satisfaction of people who use services with their care and support.

Council news | 13 Mar 24

Come along to the West London Volunteer Fair

On 20 March, the West London Volunteer Fair will be taking place at Boston Manor House in Brentford.

Council news | 12 Mar 24

Volunteers needed for Idling Action event in Barnes

Our Air Quality team are looking for residents to volunteer at our next Idling Action event on Monday 18 March.

Council news | 12 Mar 24

Help improve the borough’s sexual health services

We are working together with London boroughs to improve the sexual and reproductive health of everyone in London.

Council news | 11 Mar 24

Night-time road closures planned for King Street, Richmond

King Street in Richmond will be closed overnight on Saturday 16 March and Sunday 17 March 2024 at the junction with George Street, for crane operations.

Council news | 11 Mar 24

Free event to promote inclusive fitness opportunities

We are hosting an open day showcasing inclusive sports offerings from across the borough, to improve accessibility and encourage residents to be more active.

Council news | 07 Mar 24