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Council news | 13 Feb 25

Upgraded planning system is now live with new features

We are pleased to inform residents that our new planning system is live, as of today, as scheduled. This upgrade brings several improvements to the functionality for all planning-related services.

Council news | 06 Feb 25

Some planning services unavailable during system upgrade works

From Wednesday 29 January 2025, we will be upgrading our planning system. Some services will be unavailable over a one week period whilst the work is carried out.

Council news | 23 Jan 25

Richmond wrapped 2024

Hear from the Leader of the Council in his annual end of year message, reflecting on the many things we have achieved in the last 12 months!

Council news | 20 Dec 24

Update - Richmond to Kew towpath

The Thames towpath between Richmond Lock and Kew Gardens car park on Ferry Lane is still entirely closed following the collapse of a section of the towpath on Saturday 19 October.

Council news | 07 Nov 24

Come and have your say about the future of Richmond upon Thames

We are inviting residents to have their voices heard at the upcoming Community Conversation event, scheduled for Tuesday 24 September 2024, from 6.30 to 9pm at Clarendon Hall, York House, Twickenham.

Council news | 05 Sept 24

Share your thoughts on the new Night Time Strategy

Following extensive public engagement and collaboration with local partners, we have launched the first draft of the strategy and are eager for resident feedback.

Council news | 06 Aug 24

Everything you need to do to vote in the general election in July

On Thursday 4 July 2024, residents will be able to vote in the UK parliamentary general election.

Council news | 03 Jun 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

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