December 2023
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Road closures in Twickenham ahead of rugby matches
The Big Game returns to Twickenham Stadium on Saturday 30 December 2023. There are two matches being played.
Published: 21 Dec 23
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Food support in Richmond upon Thames at 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: 20 Dec 23
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Keeping residents free from violence and abuse this Christmas and beyond
The financial strain of Christmas coupled with the challenges many have experienced this year can create a dangerous combination which means there is an anticipated increase in domestic abuse over the festive period.
Published: 20 Dec 23
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Ensuring no resident feels isolated this Christmas
Throughout the festive period local organisations and community groups are working together to prevent anyone from feeling lonely or isolated on Christmas Day. Learn when and where you can find them.
Published: 20 Dec 23
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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.
Published: 19 Dec 23
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Struggling to pay your annual fuel bills? The Council can help
Richmond Council is once again launching its annual Fuel Grant Scheme to help those struggling to pay fuel bills this winter.
Published: 18 Dec 23
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Donate to Christmas Day Dinner for care leavers
Local charity Cocoon Care After Care is hoping to raise funds to give young people in the community who grew up in care the best Christmas.
Published: 14 Dec 23
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Increasing alcohol awareness over the festive season
Too much alcohol can have a negative effect on both our body and mind, but there is help and support you can access during the festive season.
Published: 14 Dec 23
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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: 14 Dec 23
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WR-AP awarded for engagement work at Ham Youth Centre
WR-AP, an architect firm based in Teddington who designed the new facilities at Ham Close, have won the award of ‘One Off Youth Activity’ at the Inspire Future Generations Awards 2023.
Published: 14 Dec 23
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Community BlueScapes launches two new funds
Community BlueScapes has
received two pots of funding from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs to support local projects focused on reducing flood risk and increasing the ability of local people and the area to adapt to climate change. Published: 14 Dec 23
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Expressions of interest open for the 2024 Richmond Voluntary Fund
The Richmond Voluntary Fund is inviting expressions of interest from voluntary and community organisations working in the borough that support children and young people’s wellbeing.
Published: 12 Dec 23
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Christmas holiday resource list available for those who need extra support
Local charity Ruils Independent Living has launched their annual list of local holiday resources and activities available for anyone needing additional support over the Christmas period 2023.
Published: 11 Dec 23
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Volunteer with Community BlueScapes to help reduce flooding on roads in Barnes
The local Community BlueScapes project team is hosting volunteer days this December to help reduce flooding on Rocks Lane and Station Road by directing and filtering rainwater off the road and into Barnes Common.
Published: 11 Dec 23
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Successful drop-in surgery for housing clients in temporary accommodation
We recently hosted a drop-in surgery aimed at providing crucial support to clients residing in temporary accommodation. The event marked the first of its kind in the borough and underlined our commitment to addressing the needs of residents.
Published: 08 Dec 23
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Richmond Work Match offer free employability workshops for residents
The free in-person workshops will take place on Friday 15 December 2023 at 100 Falcon Road, Clapham Junction, SW11 2LH.
Published: 08 Dec 23
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Welcoming Hong Kong residents to the borough
In 2022 and 2023, we were awarded funding from the Greater London Authority's (GLA) Hong Kong British National Overseas (BNO) fund.
Published: 08 Dec 23
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Albanian Heritage Club in Hampton celebrate success
The local school club was started in May 2023 and allows children of Albanian origin to come together to learn and explore the language, traditions and heritage.
Published: 08 Dec 23
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Richmond upon Thames ranked as "happiest place to live"
In a momentous achievement for the borough, Richmond upon Thames has been named the "happiest place to live" in Great Britain, according to the latest "Happy at Home" index by Rightmove.
Published: 07 Dec 23
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Get into the festive spirit for the OSO Arts Centre Christmas fair
Coinciding with the BCA Barnes shopping night this Friday 8 December, the OSO Arts Centre will be hosting it's annual Christmas fair.
Published: 06 Dec 23
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Orleans House Gallery launches winter celebrations
On Friday 1 December the gallery launched their winter celebrations with an opening reception for The Winter Show.
Published: 06 Dec 23
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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.
Published: 05 Dec 23
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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.
Published: 05 Dec 23
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COVID-19 and flu seasonal vaccine pop-ups available through December
There are still opportunities for eligible residents to receive their flu and COVID-19 seasonal jab at one of the borough’s walk-in vaccination clinics.
Published: 04 Dec 23
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Richmond Council celebrates recognition of SEND provision following Ofsted inspection
Following an inspection led by Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission, Richmond upon Thames Local Area SEND provision has received recognition that it demonstrates positive outcomes for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Published: 04 Dec 23
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Take part in a seasonal singing session with Whitton Adult Community Singing Group
Come and join the Whitton Adult Community Singing group for a seasonal open session on Saturday 9 December from 11.30am to 1pm at Whitton Community Centre, Percy Road, TW2 6JL.
Published: 04 Dec 23
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Achieving for Children announce exciting winter programme for young people
Achieving for Children have announced a four day winter programme at Ham Youth Centre, packed with exciting activities for young people aged 11 to 19 years old, from Tuesday 2 January to Friday 5 January 2024.
Published: 04 Dec 23
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Keeping healthy and well during the cold weather
We have gathered advice on ways to keep your home warm, efficient, and safe (and the support available to you to do so), and how best to look after yourself and others through the cold months.
Published: 01 Dec 23
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