News

Richmond Council hosts collaboration breakfast to tackle affordable housing delivery barriers

Richmond Council brought together private developers and social housing providers at York House on Thursday 3 July for its first affordable housing collaboration breakfast. It created an open forum focused on tackling the shared challenges of delivering affordable housing in the borough.

Council news | 10 Jul 25

Bold five-year roadmap for Richmond Council to build on climate action

An ambitious agenda for tackling the climate crisis, restoring local nature, and building a more resilient and sustainable borough over the next five years was launched today by Richmond Council, building on significant progress already made.

Council news | 09 Jul 25

Start your journey to better health with a weight management programme

Support programmes for adults wanting to manage their weight and wellbeing starting this July in Richmond.

Council news | 08 Jul 25

Habitats & Heritage to transform garden site on Grimwood Road

Following a tender process, we are delighted to announce that Habitats & Heritage has been selected as the successful tenant for the Grimwood Road Garden lease.

Council news | 08 Jul 25

Delivering better roads and pavements for Richmond upon Thames

We're keeping the borough moving with a record £21 million investment in our network of roads and pavements.

Council news | 07 Jul 25

Explore your imagination with the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge

This summer, children are being encouraged to delve into the world of books with the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge.

Council news | 07 Jul 25

Consultation to support future pharmacy services in Richmond upon Thames

Public consultation is now open on the draft Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment 2025-2028.

Council news | 07 Jul 25

Thames Water works to begin on Upper Sunbury Road – disruption expected from 7 July

Residents are advised that Thames Water will be carrying out infrastructure works along Upper Sunbury Road from Monday 7 July, with completion expected by the end of October 2025.

Council news | 03 Jul 25

Safe Havens launch in Barnes

The Safe Haven scheme is now being piloted in Barnes, as part of our commitment to ensuring Richmond is a safe borough for all.

Council news | 03 Jul 25

Major upgrades coming for two of Richmond's much-loved leisure centres

Richmond’s flagship leisure centres are set for major facility upgrades and service improvements – making it easier for residents of all ages to stay active.

Council news | 03 Jul 25

Get moving with our special summer offers

To help you make the most of your summer, we're running a range of activities and offers at local pools, sports and fitness centres right across the borough.

Council news | 02 Jul 25

Richmond upon Thames’ first flood resilient public road completed

Richmond upon Thames has introduced the first flood resilient street to the borough, on Kitson Road. This is the first fully permeable public road in the borough, which will reduce the risk of flooding and heavy rainfall from impacting surrounding houses.

Council news | 02 Jul 25

Residents warned over parking scam text messages

We have been made aware of scam messages being sent to residents asking for PCN payments.

Council news | 01 Jul 25

Watch the highlights from the Twinning Reaffirmation Weekend

Over the weekend of 6 to 8 June 2025, Richmond upon Thames celebrated the reaffirmation of its twinning agreements with Konstanz in Germany and Fontainebleau in France.

Council news | 01 Jul 25

Richmond Council criticises government over unfair funding reforms

The Deputy Leader and Finance Lead for Richmond Council has expressed serious concerns over the government’s latest radical plans for redistributing resources across the country (known as Fair Funding Reforms), warning that the current approach risks penalising responsible councils and placing an unsustainable burden on local taxpayers.

Council news | 30 Jun 25