News

Majority of new primary children in Richmond upon Thames get preferred school choice

Ninety-nine percent of Richmond upon Thames primary school applicants have been offered a place at one of their first three preferred choices.

Council news | 17 Apr 24

Richmond slams Hillingdon for sewage dumping plans

Richmond Council has condemned proposals for treated effluent to be dumped in the River Crane, risking the water quality of the river and the Local Nature Reserve which is home to endangered water voles and critically endangered European eels.

Council news | 18 Mar 24

Richmond best in London for supporting adults in social care

We have been rated the best in London for social care-related quality of life and overall satisfaction of people who use services with their care and support. 

Council news | 13 Mar 24

Free event to promote inclusive fitness opportunities

We are hosting an open day showcasing inclusive sports offerings from across the borough, to improve accessibility and encourage residents to be more active.

Council news | 07 Mar 24

Secondary school offers confirmed

87% of in-borough applicants have been offered a place at one of their first three preferred secondary schools.

Council news | 05 Mar 24

Record levels of fuel grant support provided by Richmond Council this winter

We will pay out up to £225,000 to households in the borough who are struggling to pay their annual fuel bills, an increase of over £78,000 compared to last year. 

Council news | 29 Feb 24

Richmond Council and local MPs call for Household Support Fund extension

We have written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, calling on the government to extend the Household Support Fund in next week’s budget.

Council news | 29 Feb 24

Council Tax rise announced to protect services

We are proposing to raise core Council Tax to address the significant impact social care costs and the homelessness crisis is having on Council budgets.

Council news | 22 Feb 24

Reflecting on climate action plan progress

At last night’s Environment, Sustainability, Culture and Sports Committee, we reflected on the significant progress made against our Climate Emergency Action Plan and agreed our priorities for 2024.

Council news | 21 Feb 24

Enterprise Support Programme launches for local businesses

We have introduced a new business support programme, funded by the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities to enhance the skills of businesses in the borough and help them make more sustainable decisions.

Council news | 20 Feb 24

One week left to nominate your local Community Heroes for an award

It’s the last chance to nominate an inspiring person, group, organisation or business that has helped to make Richmond upon Thames a better place and improve people’s lives.

Council news | 19 Feb 24

Richmond Council pursues registered provider status to help tackle homelessness crisis

We have been granted approval to apply to become a registered provider of social housing, enabling us to access additional funding to directly deliver temporary accommodation and support our ongoing initiatives to address the rising challenges of homelessness within the borough.

Council news | 09 Feb 24

New Library of Things launches in Twickenham

We have joined forces with Library of Things and Twickenham co-working space Patch (42 York Street) to open the borough’s first branch of the community-focused social enterprise. 

Council news | 06 Feb 24

Richmond Council takes action against property owners to restore derelict historic building

Richmond Council is celebrating the successful renovation of a historic building in Richmond town centre as part of its commitment to reviving neglected spaces and preserving the borough's unique heritage.

Council news | 01 Feb 24

Richmond Council takes stand against knife crime to safeguard residents

Due to rising knife crime in the capital, Richmond Council has made calls to the Mayor of London and the government to address police funding shortfalls and restore confidence in public safety.

Council news | 31 Jan 24

Richmond Council urges government to address Housing Benefit crisis in Spring Budget

Richmond Council intensifies its call on the government to address the growing housing crisis and urgently uprate the Housing Benefit subsidy cap for temporary accommodation.

Council news | 31 Jan 24

Fly-tippers to face fines of up to £1,000

Richmond Council is sending out the message that fly-tippers will not be allowed to spoil the borough for others, as it introduces heavier penalties for anyone caught fly-tipping in Richmond upon Thames.  

Council news | 22 Jan 24

Celebrate local heroes by nominating them for the Community Heroes Awards

Do you know of an inspiring person, organisation or business that has made Richmond upon Thames and their local community a better place? Help recognise them for the value they add to the borough by nominating them for the 2023 Community Heroes Awards!

Council news | 12 Jan 24

Council tribute to Alan Benson MBE

Councillor Gareth Roberts, Leader of Richmond Council, has offered condolences to Alan Benson’s family on the sad news of his death. 

Council news | 19 Dec 23

Resident Action Pack launched to help tackle climate emergency

Richmond Council has launched its first Climate Emergency Resident Action Pack, an easy-to-navigate guide for local people looking for guidance on actions they can take to reduce their impact on climate change as well as lower the impact that climate change can have on our borough’s people, homes and spaces. 

Council news | 05 Dec 23