June 2023
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Local student recognised in Mayor of London's Clean Air Day Challenge
A 13-year-old pupil from The German School London in Richmond was selected as one of ten winners of the Clean Air Day poster design challenge, from more than 630 children in 83 schools across London.
Published: 29 Jun 23
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Take part in the SEND futures survey!
When a child or young person has a special educational need/disability (SEND), there are often lots of different organisations involved in providing the education, health, and social care support needed for that individual to achieve their potential.
Published: 28 Jun 23
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Barnes Common introduce Eco-Explorers Summer Camp
This July, Barnes Common are holding their first 5 day Eco-Explorers Summer Camp for children aged 10 to 14 years old. Children will spend their week learning how to identify, record, and understand wildlife on Barnes Common.
Published: 28 Jun 23
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Builders prosecuted and fined for repeatedly breaching planning permission in Richmond
A construction firm has been convicted and fined £15,000 after Richmond Council took them to court for breaching planning permission conditions for the private redevelopment of Richmond Royal Hospital.
Published: 27 Jun 23
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Come along to the Affordable Art Tent fair
Join Arts Richmond at St Margarets Fair on Saturday 8 July 2023 for the popular Affordable Art Tent. The fair will feature over 400 original artworks by local artists.
Published: 27 Jun 23
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Join the Powered by Change – New Leaders in Sustainability discussion
Come along and learn about sustainability and the challenges it presents at the free event taking place on Thursday 29 June 2023.
Published: 26 Jun 23
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Windham Nursery School celebrates its 75th anniversary
Windham Nursery School celebrated its 75th anniversary with a summer fair at its grounds, which all past, current and future families were welcome to join.
Published: 26 Jun 23
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Trading Standards to enforce the illegal sale of vapes
It is illegal to sell electronic cigarettes or vapes to anyone under the age of 18. Residents are encouraged to report these products being sold illegally.
Published: 26 Jun 23
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Learn how to paddle safely with Hampton Canoe Club's Paddle Safer Award
Bought a boat and want to gain knowledge and awareness of how to paddle safely on the Thames? Hampton Canoe Club have courses to help you!
Published: 23 Jun 23
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Out of the Deep Blue is coming to Twickenham
York Street will be closed from London Road to Arragon Road between 8am and 7pm on Saturday 1 July as Out of the Deep Blue comes to Twickenham.
Published: 22 Jun 23
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Support High Tide Festival this summer!
High Tide Festival is a community-led music festival, featuring the best local and established bands and artists across 20 stages. Taking place in the heart of Twickenham, the festival returns on Sunday 30 July 2023, showcasing a diverse range of talent.
Published: 21 Jun 23
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Take part in Summer of Play at Ham House and Garden
Join in on the fun-filled garden games happening at Ham House and Garden, this summer.
Published: 21 Jun 23
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Come along to the Summer Health Fair!
The Community Health Champions and Public Health Richmond invite all residents to the free Summer Health and Wellbeing Fair on Saturday 15 July from 12 noon to 3.30pm.
Published: 21 Jun 23
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Visit our health bus in Whitton to get advice from local health experts
Prevention can be one of the best forms of medicine, and the return of the pop-up health bus on Tuesday 27 June makes it easier for residents to access health information locally, receive practical advice and routine checks and have a chance to talk with health experts.
Published: 21 Jun 23
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The Twickenham Big Screen is back
From Monday 3 to Sunday 16 July 2023, join Discover Twickenham by the river to watch the iconic Wimbledon Championships on the big screen everyday, plus catch some blockbuster movies and kids films on selected dates.
Published: 21 Jun 23
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Vision for development in Richmond upon Thames set out in new Local Plan
Richmond upon Thames’ new Local Plan has been published for public comment, before it goes to the national Planning Inspectorate for examination.
Published: 20 Jun 23
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Exciting news for the Vine Road Project
Richmond Council's Parks Teams and Barnes Common Friends are delighted to announce that they have secured funding from the Council’s climate emergency fund, to enable the designs for the Master Plan for Vine Road Recreation Ground to be developed into a formal Planning Application, which is the next key stage in this exciting project.
Published: 19 Jun 23
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Marshgate Primary School wins England's PTA of the Year Award
The Parent Staff Association (PSA) of Marshgate Primary School was one of the big winners at the National PTA Awards 2023, winning the award for England's PTA of the Year.
Published: 19 Jun 23
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Final opportunity this June to receive booster vaccines at local walk-in clinics
Eligible residents have until Friday 30 June 2023 to access their spring booster, as well as first and second doses of the COVID-19 jab, at regular walk-in clinics around the borough
Published: 16 Jun 23
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Mayor unveils 20 new trees in honour of the Coronation of King Charles III
The Mayor of Richmond upon Thames has celebrated the planting of twenty Yoshino cherry trees in Old Deer Park in Richmond, as a dedication to the Coronation of King Charles III.
Published: 16 Jun 23
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Strawberry Hill House to host LGBTQI+ exhibition for Pride
To celebrate Pride Month, Strawberry Hill House are holding a unique exhibition throughout June 2023, that pays tribute to activists, personalities, writers, and artists who have advanced the LGBTQI+ movement.
Published: 16 Jun 23
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Keeping safe during the hot weather
Over the past couple of days, hospital services across south west London have seen a surge in people due to extreme heat, pollen, and pollution levels. There are high numbers of people attending with breathing difficulties, and older people who are dehydrated.
Published: 15 Jun 23
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Residents warned to beware of Council Tax scammers
Residents are warned to be on the lookout for Council Tax scams and not to give out any personal details if you have any concerns or doubts about a message you receive.
Published: 15 Jun 23
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Local schools helping to reduce plastic waste by opening refill shops
On National Refill Day, we want to highlight the work of students at four schools in Richmond upon Thames, who have set up refill shops for their school communities, selling sustainable, affordable products including body wash and washing up liquid.
Published: 15 Jun 23
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Don't lose your vote - check your voter registration details today!
Residents are being urged to check their electoral registration details or risk losing their chance to vote on decisions that affect them. The annual canvass allows the Council to keep the electoral register up to date, to identify who risks losing their voice at elections, and to encourage them to register before it’s too late.
Published: 15 Jun 23
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Children's Art Competition for Teddington Village Fair
On Saturday 25 June 2023, the Teddington Village Fair will be hosting a Children's Art Competition, supported by Landmark Arts Centre.
Published: 15 Jun 23
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Join the Pride Picnic!
The Richmond and Wandsworth LGBT Equality & Ally staff group, West London Queer Project and the LGBT Richmond Forum have joined together to host a Pride Picnic on Saturday 24 June from 11am to 4pm on Richmond Green.
Published: 14 Jun 23
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Visit the first Urban Woodland Craft Fair!
On Saturday 24 June, Barnes Common are hosting the first Urban Woodland Craft Fair, with support from the Mayor's Community Weekend Grant.
Published: 14 Jun 23
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Ham Youth Centre launch 2023 Summer Programme
This summer, Ham Youth Centre is offering an exciting variety of themed weeks for 10 to 16 year olds, where they can try new things, make new friends and learn new skills.
Published: 13 Jun 23
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Visit Hampton Court Palace for £1
Hampton Court Palace is piloting a new low-cost entry scheme for people receiving Universal Credit and other means-tested benefits.
Published: 12 Jun 23
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The Richmond Charities to host Almshouse Open Day
Come and find out more about The Richmond Charities and their Almshouses at the Open Day event on Saturday 8 July 2023.
Published: 12 Jun 23
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Ideas Camp to take place for Community Grants Programme
The Greater London Authority (GLA) has opened a second round of the Skills for Londoners Community Grant Programme.
Published: 12 Jun 23
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Kingston and Richmond Youth Council launch survey on racism
The Kingston and Richmond Youth Council is passionate about making change and listening to the voices of other young people.
Published: 09 Jun 23
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Clean up our air to look after your mind
Clean Air Day is on Thursday 15 June this year, and an opportunity to take stock of what you can do locally to help reduce air pollution, not only for the environment, but for your physical and mental health.
Published: 08 Jun 23
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Celebrate Pride at Pink Proms 2023
The Richmond and Wandsworth LGBT Equality and Ally Group are hosting the annual celebration event, Pink Proms.
Published: 07 Jun 23
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Council extends supports for women to make residents feel safer at night
We are extending our Safe Space initiative by 12 months. The Safe Space, which launched in July 2022, has supported numerous vulnerable residents and helped people stay safe during weekend evenings in Richmond town centre.
Published: 07 Jun 23
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The Creative Wellbeing Project for expecting mums
For expecting mums living in the borough, Collective Arts is offering 10 grant-funded places on their popular 5-week online course, The Creative Wellbeing Project.
Published: 07 Jun 23
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The Queen's Reading Room festival supports Tickets For Troops
The Queen’s Reading Room charity has joined forces with the military charity Tickets For Troops by offering free tickets to members of the Armed Forces for its first ever literary festival in the majestic setting of Hampton Court Palace.
Published: 07 Jun 23
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Take part in Pride Month 2023
In the month of June, Pride Month is dedicated to celebrating the LGBTQI+ community, highlighting their significant contributions, acknowledging their struggles, and fostering a sense of allyship.
Published: 06 Jun 23
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Help shape Richmond upon Thames' Night Time Strategy
We are developing a Night Time Strategy for Richmond upon Thames, and residents, businesses and regular visitors are invited to help shape it!
Published: 06 Jun 23
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Visit new interactive installation at the Arts and Ideas Festival
As part of the Richmond Arts and Ideas Festival, a new interactive installation by Marie Klimis lands at four of our borough libraries.
Published: 06 Jun 23
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Take part in the 'Love Me' wellbeing programme
The 'Love Me' programme is a local community initiative to enhance mental and physical wellbeing in a refreshing and inspiring way.
Published: 06 Jun 23
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Art House Open Studios Festival returns for 2023
Local charity Arts Richmond has been commissioned by Richmond Arts Service to coordinate the borough’s open studios festival, Art House, for 2023.
Published: 06 Jun 23
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Crossroads Care to hold open days for carers
This Carers Week, Crossroads Care Richmond are holding two open days for carers on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 June 2023.
Published: 05 Jun 23
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Have your say on Ham Parade improvements
We have published a proposed scheme to improve Ham Parade and residents are invited to have their say on the plans.
Published: 05 Jun 23
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Have your say on order renewal to protect our parks and open spaces
The Council are seeking to renew the current Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) for another three years.
Published: 02 Jun 23
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Richmond Council says ULEZ scrappage scheme still doesn't go far enough
Richmond Council has said that the Mayor of London's expanded ULEZ scrappage scheme still falls too short of what is needed to help the majority of Londoners who are struggling to afford to replace their non-compliant cars.
Published: 02 Jun 23
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Works to start on Teddington Lock footbridges
Work will start on Monday 26 June 2023 on repairs to two footbridges over the River Thames at Teddington Lock.
Published: 01 Jun 23
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Take part in Carers Week 2023
Carers Week 2023 takes place from Monday 5 to Sunday 11 June, and there will be a variety of activities, workshops, and events to provide carers with information, support, and opportunities for respite.
Published: 01 Jun 23
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Programme of events announced for Great Big Green Week
Organised by the Climate team in collaboration with a variety of local groups, organisations, businesses and residents, Richmond Great Big Green Week will take place from 10 to 18 June in line with the national initiative.
Published: 01 Jun 23
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