January 2024
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Night-time road closures planned for King Street, Richmond
King Street in Richmond will be closed overnight on Saturday 16 March and Sunday 17 March 2024 at the junction with George Street, for crane operations.
Published: 11 Mar 24
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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.
Published: 31 Jan 24
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Join Age UK Richmond's Board of Trustees
Age UK Richmond are looking for two Trustees to bring their skills to make a genuine and long-lasting impact on the lives of local older people in the borough.
Published: 31 Jan 24
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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.
Published: 31 Jan 24
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Free community testing during National HIV Testing Week
National HIV Testing Week takes place from 5 to 11 February. Our sexual health service provider Spectra is hosting community pop-ups to provide quick and confidential spaces for residents to access routine STI testing and sexual health support and advice.
Published: 31 Jan 24
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Volunteer at the Richmond May Fair
The Richmond May Fair returns on 11 May 2024 on Richmond Green, TW9 1LX.
Published: 29 Jan 24
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Be first in line to borrow from the new Library of Things
From the beginning of February, residents can borrow over 30 useful DIY, gardening, cleaning, repair and home improvement items from the new branch in Patch Twickenham, rather than buying new.
Published: 25 Jan 24
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20mph speed limit extended to A310 and A305 corridors
On Monday 13 November 2023 the Transport and Air Quality Committee approved the lowering of the speed limit on the A305 Staines Road and A310 Kingston Road from 30mph to 20mph.
Published: 24 Jan 24
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Make sure you and your child are up to date with the MMR vaccine
Measles cases are on the rise in London. Make sure you and your family are protected against becoming seriously unwell with measles by checking you are up to date with the MMR vaccine.
Published: 24 Jan 24
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Your warm, cosy fire could be doing more harm than you think
The first-ever Clean Air Night takes place on 24 January, to shine a light on the harms of indoor wood burning and encourage people to stop.
Published: 23 Jan 24
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Habitats & Heritage to welcome new Chief Executive Officer
Habitats & Heritage is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Jennings as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from 5 February 2024.
Published: 23 Jan 24
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Come along to the NHS Community Careers event
Are you passionate about making a difference in your local community? Come along to the NHS Community Careers event on Friday 2 February 2024.
Published: 23 Jan 24
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Help the hedgehogs have the last laugh!
You could be forgiven for thinking the Kew Road Ha-ha is a road side ditch filled with fallen trees and dumped rubbish. It’s not immediately obvious that this 350 metre area is steeped in history and has great potential for animals and plants.
Published: 23 Jan 24
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Visit our Health Bus for local healthy lifestyle support
The Health Bus will be out this Thursday 25 January from 9am to 3pm at 177 Ashburnham Rd Ham, TW10 7NR (outside Kanset pharmacy).
Published: 22 Jan 24
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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.
Published: 22 Jan 24
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Join mental fitness and resilience discussion in Twickenham
On Wednesday 31 January 2024, Entrepreneur Business Live are hosting an event discussing mental fitness and resilience, growing your human potential and purpose.
Published: 22 Jan 24
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Hampton North and Teddington by-election results declared
On Thursday 18 January 2024, residents of Hampton North and Teddington elected new councillors to represent them, following the deaths of councillors Martin Elengorn and Geoffrey Samuel in November.
Published: 19 Jan 24
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Join the Kew Neighbourhood Association team
Kew Neighbourhood Association is recruiting for a part time Communications and Marketing Assistant.
Published: 18 Jan 24
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Free NHS Health Checks offered at more borough pharmacies
NHS Health Checks are now being offered at even more local pharmacies. If you are over 40 you may be eligible for this free, quick check, which can help to identify risks before any problems occur.
Published: 18 Jan 24
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Visit the Twickenham Repair Café
On the third Saturday of each month, the Twickenham Repair Café will open its doors for repairs.
Published: 16 Jan 24
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Celebrate Richmond's best young writers
Arts Richmond invites you to join them on Sunday 17 March for an afternoon celebrating the best of the borough's young writers.
Published: 16 Jan 24
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Free online ‘tech check’ workshop for parents and carers
Are you concerned about the tech use of someone you love? Parents, carers, and those who work with children, young people and vulnerable people within our borough are invited to attend a Connect to Tech workshop, hosted by Richmond Borough Mind.
Published: 16 Jan 24
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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!
Published: 12 Jan 24
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Richmond Shakespeare Society present Measure for Measure
From 20 to 27 January, the Richmond Shakespeare Society will present Measure for Measure at the Mary Wallace Theatre.
Published: 11 Jan 24
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Crossroads Care raise over £1500 in Christmas Hamper Appeal!
Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston, the charity that gives respite care and support to unpaid carers and the people they care for, of all ages and disability, is saying thank you to everyone who so generously supported their Christmas Hamper Appeal.
Published: 11 Jan 24
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Represent Richmond in the TCS Mini London Marathon 2024
If you are aged between 11 and 17 years, live or go to school in the borough and would like to take part in the TCS Mini London Marathon along part of the TCS London Marathon course, then you can apply to be part of our team.
Published: 10 Jan 24
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New year, new good intentions
This year, find out how you could volunteer with help from the friendly Richmond Volunteer Service.
Published: 10 Jan 24
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Kickstart your new year with advice on building healthier habits this winter
Our Community Health Bus is back in multiple locations this January! Come and have a chat with a local health expert for tips on staying healthy and active, support to stop smoking, advice on home energy efficiency and receive your COVID-19 or flu vaccine, if eligible.
Published: 10 Jan 24
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Room for Work offer career development course for residents
Room for Work have created a new development course for Richmond residents over 40 years old.
Published: 10 Jan 24
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Richmond Library to host book launch with author Monica Macias
Come along to Richmond Library on 16 January for the launch of the paperback release of Black Girl from Pyongyang by author Monica Macias and co-writer, Becky Branford.
Published: 08 Jan 24
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Get fit at the Cambrian Gym
The Cambrian Centre are welcoming residents to join their small and friendly gym in Richmond.
Published: 08 Jan 24
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Take part in Richmond Opera rehearsals
Have you ever fancied singing opera? Richmond Opera are a friendly performance group, inviting residents to come along to their first rehearsal on 10 January.
Published: 08 Jan 24
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Ham & Petersham SOS seek new trustees
Ham & Petersham SOS (HAPSOS) is a small charity that provides activities, events, transport and practical help to older and those with disabilities in Ham and Petersham.
Published: 05 Jan 24
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Career support for Richmond residents
Whether you're looking to re-enter the workplace or seeking a career change, local charity Room for Work provides solid career support delivered in a friendly, local environment.
Published: 03 Jan 24
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COVID-19 and flu vaccine pop-ups available through January
Eligible residents can receive their flu and COVID-19 seasonal jabs at a series of free walk-in vaccination clinics around the borough this month.
Published: 03 Jan 24
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Join Feel Good Fitness and get up to two months half price
New Year, new you! Sign up to Feel Good Fitness today and get up to two months half price.
Published: 03 Jan 24
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Take part in emergency first aid at work course
Would you like to be equipped with the essential skills needed to give safe, prompt and effective first aid in an emergency situation?
Published: 03 Jan 24
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Employ Richmond 2024 is announced
Employ Richmond returns on Friday 23 February 2024, taking place at The Exchange, Twickenham, TW1 1BE.
Published: 02 Jan 24
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Practice your French for a good cause at ETNA with Live Languages
Pick up a new skill in the new year by joining Live Languages' conversation group.
Published: 02 Jan 24
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