Cost of living news

Shepherd's Star's weekly drop-in support hub returns to Twickenham

The All-in-One Hub is reopening this March, offering free weekly drop-in support for local residents seeking practical advice, wellbeing support and connection.

Community news | Shepherd's Star | 04 Mar 26

Money Advice Roadshow comes to Richmond Town Centre

Richmond Library Annexe will be the next stop on the Money Advice Roadshow, with residents invited to come along on Tuesday 24 March to get free advice from experts on making their money go further.

Council news | 25 Feb 26

Residents urged to check if they are eligible for Pension Credit

We have written to older residents who could be missing out on the support worth over £3,900 per year. Pension Credit can be a lifeline for those over the state pension age, providing people on low incomes with much needed extra support for living costs.

Council news | 17 Feb 26

Updated guide to finding food support in Richmond upon Thames

We have updated the helpful ‘Food Provision in Richmond upon Thames’ booklet for 2026, making it easier than ever for residents to find food support services across the borough.

Council news | 27 Jan 26

Move more, pay less: New benefits now available for Fairer Access Scheme

Richmond’s Fairer Access Scheme has been expanded to include even more activities and discounts, ensuring no one is priced out of getting active at our leisure facilities.

Council news | 15 Jan 26

A Christmas message from the Leader of the Council

The Leader of Richmond Council, Councillor Gareth Roberts, has delivered his annual end of year message for 2025, reflecting on the many things that we have achieved in the last 12 months.

Council news | 23 Dec 25

Council boosts winter support with £270,000 to help households stay warm

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

Fright night done right: safe, fun, and waste-free

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

Repair, reuse and reimagine

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