December 2022

Level 3 cold weather alert issued for London

The Met Office has issued a Level 3 Cold Weather Alert in London, in anticipation of severe cold weather and icy conditions.

Published: 17 Jan 23
Manor Road roadworks postponed

Due to the ongoing repair works to the sinkhole on Kingston Road, these roadworks have been postponed until the sinkhole repairs are completed and Kingston Road is fully reopened. Timelines for the repair works on Kingston Road are currently unconfirmed.

Published: 06 Jan 23
Youth mental health services in Richmond receive major boost

Fulwell Golf Club has raised £51,326.78 in support of Richmond Borough Mind’s work with children and young people.

Published: 29 Dec 22
Christmas hamper appeal a phenomenal success

Crossroads Care Richmond raised £2665 in their Show an Act of Kindness at Christmas appeal, aiming to lift the spirits of often lonely older carers by hand-delivering hampers to them.

Published: 29 Dec 22
Could you welcome a Ukrainian family to your home in 2023?

As we approach the one-year anniversary of the start of the war in Ukraine, Richmond Council is looking for more hosts to support Ukrainian guests in Richmond upon Thames, under the government’s Homes for Ukraine scheme.

Published: 29 Dec 22
SporTedd donate over £1700 to Twickenham school

Teddington community group, SporTedd have announced their latest donation of more than £1700 to Healthfield Junior School in Twickenham.

Published: 28 Dec 22
COVID-19 and flu vaccine clinic pops up in Hampton in the new year

Residents in and around Hampton will be able to access a COVID-19 or flu jab on Saturday 7 January 2023 at a pop-up vaccine clinic at the Tangley Park Children’s Centre.

Published: 28 Dec 22
Residents donate 68 stockings of essential items for young care leavers

As part of the annual Richmond Christmas Day Dinner for care leavers between 18 and 25 years old, residents in the borough helped to raise 68 stockings full of essential items.

Published: 22 Dec 22
Hampton Nursery School opens brand new facilities

Hampton Infants and Nursery School has recently opened a new nursery, replacing a dilapidated building, resulting in a fresh, modern learning environment for its youngest students.

Published: 22 Dec 22
Pharmacy opening hours over the holidays

Bank holidays can affect the opening hours of local pharmacies. Here we include information about pharmacies which have been asked to open over the Christmas and New Year holidays in the borough and wider area.

Published: 20 Dec 22
Increasing alcohol awareness into the new year

Too much alcohol can have a negative effect on both our body and mind.

Published: 20 Dec 22
Ham Close redevelopment gets the go ahead

Richmond Council’s Planning Committee has resolved to approve the planning application for the Ham Close redevelopment. The committee voted unanimously.

Published: 19 Dec 22
Work set to begin on Elleray Hall redevelopment

Work will shortly begin on the redevelopment of Elleray Hall in Teddington with a new Community Centre set to be delivered in early 2024, and work on the affordable housing units starting shortly after that.

Published: 19 Dec 22
Avoid falling for the 12 scams of Christmas

It’s that time of year again when residents could be subject to Christmas scams. Keep an eye out to prevent fraudsters from taking advantage of you.

Published: 19 Dec 22
Community groups invited to help end violence against women and girls

We have partnered with the Metropolitan Police and Wandsworth Council to facilitate the first quarterly forum for organisations working to tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG) and domestic abuse.

Published: 19 Dec 22
Keeping residents safe from abuse this festive period

Everyone has a right to live free from violence and abuse this Christmas and beyond. So, we are sharing how residents can access 24-hour support if you’re feeling vulnerable, regardless of your circumstances.

Published: 16 Dec 22
Help improve sexual and reproductive health services in Richmond upon Thames

Both residents and people who spend time in the borough are being asked to take part in a survey to help us learn more about your awareness and experience with accessing local sexual and reproductive health services.

Published: 15 Dec 22
Find food support in Richmond Upon Thames this Christmas

Throughout the festive period local organisations and community groups are helping to provide food support across the borough. Learn when and where you can find them.

Published: 14 Dec 22
Councillors call on the government to adequately fund the BBC

Richmond Councillors passed a motion at a meeting of the Full Council on Thursday 8 December 2022 calling on the government to adequately fund the BBC.

Published: 14 Dec 22
Hampton Fund are recruiting now

The major grant-making charity within Richmond upon Thames are looking to recruit a new Deputy Manager for Individual Grants.

Published: 13 Dec 22
Local businesses recognised at Phoenix Enterprise Programme awards

Sixteen small businesses across the borough were celebrated for their creativity and dedication in an awards ceremony on 6 December.

Published: 13 Dec 22
Signs, symptoms and actions to take if you think your child has scarlet fever

Scarlet fever cases are higher than usual for the time of year and, on rare occasions, can cause an illness called invasive Group A Strep. There are various signs and symptoms to look out for and actions you can take if you think that you or your child might have scarlet fever.

Published: 13 Dec 22
Donations needed for Richmond Christmas Day Dinner

Organisers of an annual event for young care leavers are still looking for presents to be donated.

Published: 13 Dec 22
Full Council tribute to Reece Newcombe

At Full Council on Thursday 8 December, the Leader of Richmond Council, Cllr Gareth Roberts, paid tribute to Reece Newcombe who was tragically killed in Richmond on Saturday 26 November.

Published: 09 Dec 22
Richmond upon Thames to become a Borough of Sanctuary for refugees

Richmond Council has confirmed its commitment to Richmond upon Thames becoming a Borough of Sanctuary for those who have been forced to flee their homes.

Published: 09 Dec 22
Richmond Council celebrates its achievements in supporting adults in social care

Richmond Council has been rated the best in London for social care-related quality of life, amongst other achievements highlighted in its Adult Social Care End of Year Performance Report.

Published: 08 Dec 22
Richmond Youth Service - winter warm spaces

Richmond Youth Service will provide warm spaces for young people across the borough this winter.

Published: 08 Dec 22
Emergency works on Broad Street in Teddington

There are emergency Thames Water works on Broad Street, Teddington outside number 25.

Published: 08 Dec 22
Christmas and New Year waste and recycling collection 2022/23

We have announced revised collection dates for this year’s festive period.

Published: 08 Dec 22
Express your interest for the 2023 Richmond Voluntary Fund

Local voluntary and community organisations that provide support for young carers are invited to apply to be the chosen beneficiaries of the 2023 Charity Appeal for the Richmond Voluntary Fund.

Published: 07 Dec 22
Young artists create Christmas cards for Mayor and Council Leader

Six young artists have been selected to design the Mayor of Richmond upon Thames, Cllr Julia Cambridge and the Leader of the Council, Cllr Gareth Roberts' annual Christmas cards.

Published: 07 Dec 22
Visit the East Sheen Christmas market

Time to roast, toast, and host at the East Sheen Christmas market!

Published: 07 Dec 22
The Barnes Fund is recruiting a volunteer Trustee Treasurer

The Barnes Fund is currently looking to recruit a voluntary Treasurer Trustee to their Board.

Published: 07 Dec 22
KRYC survey on sexual harassment

The Kingston and Richmond Youth Council is passionate about making change and listening to the voices of other young people.

Published: 07 Dec 22
Transport for London to expand ULEZ across all London boroughs

The Mayor of London has announced that the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) will be expanded across all London boroughs from 29 August 2023.

Published: 07 Dec 22
Richmond Community Choir Christmas concert

Join Richmond Community Choir on Sunday 11 December at 6.30pm for their annual Christmas concert.

Published: 06 Dec 22
Join the Mayor of Richmond for the annual Christmas concert

Join the Mayor of Richmond, Councillor Julia Cambridge, for the annual Christmas concert on Friday 9 December.

Published: 05 Dec 22
COVID-19 and flu vaccine pop-up returning to Twickenham

Residents in and around Twickenham will be able to access a COVID-19 or flu jab ahead of Christmas and New Year celebrations on Wednesday 14 December 2022 at a pop-up vaccine clinic at York House, Twickenham.

Published: 05 Dec 22
Urgent safety alert issued for baby self-feeding pillows

Parents urged to dispose of self-feeding pillows and prop feeders after products found to present breathing risks to babies.

Published: 05 Dec 22
Wrapping paper donations for the Richmond Christmas Day Dinner

Could you donate wrapping paper for the annual Richmond Christmas Day Dinner?

Published: 05 Dec 22
Richmond Repair Café to host drop-in workshop

Join the Richmond Repair Café for a drop-in workshop learning how to mend your clothes.

Published: 02 Dec 22
Memorial walk for Reece Newcombe this Sunday

The family and friends of Reece Newcombe will be holding a memorial walk on Sunday 4 December, after he was tragically killed last Saturday.

Published: 02 Dec 22
Hampton resident completes 50 fundraising challenges

What do marshmallows, a glider and a guitar have in common? They have all featured in a list of 50 fundraising challenges completed by Hampton resident Shelle Luscombe, which have raised over £11,000 cumulatively.

Published: 02 Dec 22
Your local businesses need you in the countdown to Christmas

As we near Small Business Saturday (3 December) and the festive period, we're encouraging residents of Richmond upon Thames to shop local with our amazing small independent businesses, who really need support in the lead up to Christmas.

Published: 01 Dec 22
NHS winter funding available for local organisations and groups

Are you running an event or activity supporting people to stay healthy this winter? If so, funding is available to support you.

Published: 01 Dec 22

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