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Free food waste caddy liners now available at local libraries

We want to help make food waste recycling even easier. You can now pick up a free roll of compostable caddy liners from your local library or the Civic Centre in Twickenham.

Council news | 19 Nov 24

Contribute to our environmental future at third local Sustainability Forum

Join us on 18 November at this free event where members of the community across all sectors will explore solutions to the big challenges facing our borough.

Council news | 28 Oct 24

Richmond residents take action to save electrical waste

In celebration of International E-Waste Day on 14 October, we urge residents to power up their small electrical recycling efforts.

Council news | 14 Oct 24

Food recycling collections expanding to purpose-built flats borough-wide

We are continuing to expand our food waste recycling service to more properties with communal waste and recycling bins, with a commitment to providing food waste collections to all these properties where practicable by the end of 2025. 

Council news | 12 Sept 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

Summer bank holiday waste and recycling collections

There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections following the summer bank holiday on Monday 26 August.

Council news | 16 Aug 24

Share your views on waste disposal

Take part in West London Waste Authority's waste management survey for your chance to win a £100 shopping voucher. 

Council news | 14 May 24

May bank holidays waste and recycling collections

There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections following the two May bank holidays on Monday 6 May and Monday 27 May.

Council news | 29 Apr 24

All you need to know for your garden cleanup this spring

It’s time to get your garden in shape! Check out our top tips to get your garden ready as the weather starts to warm up.

Council news | 25 Apr 24

Repair & Share cycle special coming to Kew this April

On Saturday 20 April, Kew The Transition's team of friendly volunteer repairers will offer their time and advice to help the community have a go at reviving items that need a bit of love - including bikes!

Community news | Kew The Transition | 05 Apr 24

Easter holiday waste and recycling collections

There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections over the Easter weekend.

Council news | 26 Mar 24

Local charities join forces to fight furniture poverty

The Richmond Furniture Scheme (RFS) is delighted to announce that it is now working with Age UK Richmond to support residents in need with grants for furniture and appliances.

Community news | Richmond Furniture Scheme | 08 Mar 24

Join the garden recycling scheme or renew your subscription

We are now accepting garden waste recycling subscriptions for 2024/25. 

Council news | 01 Mar 24

Be first in line to borrow from the new Library of Things

From the beginning of February, residents can borrow over 30 useful DIY, gardening, cleaning, repair and home improvement items from the new branch in Patch Twickenham, rather than buying new.

Council news | 25 Jan 24

Christmas and New Year waste and recycling collection 2023/2024

Your waste and recycling collections will change over the festive period. There will also be changes to garden waste collections, and we will be offering Christmas tree collections.

Council news | 05 Dec 23