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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
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
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
On Sunday 20 July, join Khalsa Aid’s Charity Polo Match at Ham Polo Club to support humanitarian relief efforts.
Community news | Khalsa Aid | 03 Jul 25
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 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
Starting on Wednesday 30 July, this six-week programme invites residents to explore how they relate to themselves, their communities and others.
Community news | Richmond Women's Hub | 02 Jul 25
This Saturday 5 July, come along to Moormead Park for a celebration of Twickenham’s motoring heritage and a full line-up of live music!
Community news | St Margarets Fair | 02 Jul 25
We have been made aware of scam messages being sent to residents asking for PCN payments.
Council news | 01 Jul 25
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
This summer, join charity retailer Traid’s Closet Clear-out Challenge to help keep clothes in use for longer. All you need to do is pick - click - collect: pick your clothes, click to donate, and Traid will collect them for free!
Community news | Traid | 01 Jul 25
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
Get ready for an action-packed week of free activities at Hampton Sports and Fitness Centre and Whitton Sports and Fitness Centre.
Council news | 26 Jun 25
On 26 June, as we mark Relationships and Sex Education Day (RSE Day), we are proud to officially launch a new five-year Sexual and Reproductive Health Partnership Strategy.
Council news | 26 Jun 25
Richmond Council has confirmed a major step forward in the long-awaited regeneration of Twickenham Riverside, with funding now approved to support delivering the scheme.
Council news | 26 Jun 25
As Sanctuary Champion, I’m delighted that Refugee Week 2025 heralded a series of exciting and meaningful events and conversations across Richmond. Bringing together sanctuary seekers, voluntary sector partners, artists, musicians, poets, and residents, we celebrated the theme “Community as Superpower”.
Council blog | 26 Jun 25
Hear from our Refugee Week Grant recipients as they share how their community-led events celebrated the resilience, culture, and contributions of refugees across the borough.
Council blog | 26 Jun 25
The government announced yesterday their intention to legislate for the abolition of the committee system in local government, a move that would reduce the role of elected councillors in decision-making.
Council news | 25 Jun 25
Watch the highlights from the borough’s first-ever Cargo Bike Fair, held on Sunday 15 June at Old Deer Park in Richmond.
Council news | 25 Jun 25
Climate conversations aren’t just happening in formal meetings; they’re unfolding in pubs, churches and community centres. Share your views and be part of our journey toward a greener, more sustainable borough.
Council news | 25 Jun 25
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