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Support for Richmond residents facing homelessness has been strengthened with the official opening today of a new Homelessness Assessment Hub in Lavender Hill – a dedicated space offering short-term stays and intensive, coordinated support.
Council news | 12 Mar 26
Richmond Council is working with residents, community groups, and businesses to cut carbon emissions, protect nature and increase our resilience to a changing climate. Richmond is one of only a small number of UK councils to achieve Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) ‘A List’ status for three consecutive years, recognising global leadership in climate transparency and action.
Council news | 12 Mar 26
We’ve launched a new Active Hampton Commonplace page, a dedicated online space designed to keep local residents informed, involved and inspired as Active Hampton continues to develop.
Council news | 11 Mar 26
From running your own spring clean to joining our monthly Litter Challenges, there are various ways to connect with others and help keep our borough clean.
Council news | 11 Mar 26
From the end of March, the government’s Simpler Recycling legislation comes into effect. These national changes are designed to make recycling more consistent across the country.
Council news | 10 Mar 26
The Cambridge Gardens tennis courts in East Twickenham are now refurbished and ready for great games. Grab your racquet and book your slot!
Council news | 10 Mar 26
Quitting smoking starts with a single day, and with the right support, you’re four times more likely to succeed.
Council news | 09 Mar 26
Richmond Council has allocated nearly £4.5 million to support those most affected by rising costs. Using the Low Income Family Tracker (LIFT) data platform, the Council continues to run targeted campaigns to increase awareness and take up of benefits and other entitlements, ensuring help reaches the households who need it most.
Council news | 04 Mar 26
Start spring enjoying the fresh air outside on our regular volunteer-led health walks for people of all abilities. Our walks are friendly, welcoming and empowering, they are a great opportunity to explore the outdoors, discover new places and meet new people.
Council news | 03 Mar 26
This Saturday 7 March, join us to collect free seeds, swap excess seeds, and connect with other gardening lovers.
Council news | 03 Mar 26
We are now accepting garden bin recycling subscriptions for 2026/27.
Council news | 02 Mar 26
If you love DIY and repairing, why not volunteer at our new community repair and reuse hub and make a difference? Curious about repairing but not sure how to get started? Explore local resources and get inspired to kick‑start your repair journey this Repair Week.
Council news | 02 Mar 26
In Richmond upon Thames, there are many great ways for women and girls to get involved in sport from grants and bursaries to coaching and volunteering opportunities.
Council news | 27 Feb 26
Richmond Council has expressed serious concern over the Metropolitan Police’s decision to permanently close the borough’s last police front counter at Twickenham Police Station, set to close this Saturday.
Council news | 26 Feb 26
Richmond upon Thames is joining a London-wide effort to restore the endangered Turritis glabra (tower mustard) to the capital, uniting communities in a shared mission to safeguard one of the UK's rarest native plants for future generations.
Council news | 26 Feb 26
Repair Week (2 to 8 March) is a celebration of repair. Explore where you can pick up new skills, fall back in love with your stuff, and save money while helping the planet.
Council news | 26 Feb 26
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
Teddington's brand-new community hub has opened today, replacing the former Elleray Hall, improving facilities and providing the foundation to further strengthen the local community.
Council news | 24 Feb 26
Residents are invited to join in the celebrations of the restoration of Grove Gardens Chapel at the Old Burial Ground, Richmond. The 150-year-old Chapel has recently undergone extensive restoration and repair and has been brought back to life for the community to use once more, starting with the opening day on Saturday 7 March 2026.
Council news | 24 Feb 26
Richmond Council has warned that the Department for Education’s (DfE) decision to axe the Livingstone Academy West London risks worsening pressure on secondary school places in the east of the borough – and is formally appealing in a bid to secure a rethink.
Council news | 24 Feb 26
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