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Richmond Council is making more than a quarter of a million pounds available this winter to help residents stay warm and well during the colder months.
Council news | 01 Dec 25
With ghouls, ghosts, and good times on the horizon for Halloween, we are reminding residents to stay safe, respect their neighbours, and make this Halloween a little greener.
Council news | 30 Oct 25
Whether you're a charity shop treasure-seeker, a magician with needle and thread, or love tinkering in the shed, you’re already part of our circular economy. Circular Economy Week (20 to 26 October 2025) is a nationwide celebration of lending, borrowing, repairing and sharing – and keeping valuable stuff out of the waste incinerators.
Council news | 20 Oct 25
Residents can come along on Monday 27 October to get free advice from experts on making their money go further.
Council news | 10 Oct 25
As the temperature drops, we are helping residents stay warm this winter and reduce energy costs with free Warm Home Packs.
Council news | 09 Oct 25
On Tuesday 10 June, join Neighbourhood Watch's drop-in event to learn about upcoming changes to energy meters.
Community news | Neighbourhood Watch | 10 Jun 25
Residents can come along on Tuesday 22 April to get free advice from experts on making their money go further.
Council news | 02 Apr 25
We’re proud to support Food Waste Action Week, taking place from 17 to 23 March 2025. This initiative encourages residents to take simple steps to reduce and recycle food waste, with plenty of local resources available to help.
Council news | 20 Mar 25
This March, sign up for two insightful workshops exploring how to reduce your property’s carbon emissions, boost energy efficiency and heat your home sustainably, supported by our climate action microgrants scheme.
Council news | 07 Mar 25
Refresh your wardrobe sustainably and make a real difference to your local community at this fantastic charity shopping event, taking place at Vestry Hall from 6 to 8 March.
Community news | Vineyard Community & Richmond Foodbank | 04 Mar 25
Following its huge success in 2023, the Kew EcoFair is back. Come along to St Luke's Church in Kew on Saturday 22 March, from 10am to 3pm.
Community news | Kew EcoFair | 03 Mar 25
We’re celebrating Repair Week with a full line-up of local workshops, repair cafes, and skill-sharing sessions to help you save money, reduce waste, and fall back in love with your stuff instead of throwing it away!
Council news | 28 Feb 25
If you're more than 10 weeks pregnant or have a child under 4, you may be entitled to help with buying milk and healthy food under the NHS Healthy Start scheme.
Council news | 04 Feb 25
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