News

Spread love in Richmond this Giving Tuesday

Council news | 02 Dec 25

Explore your local community through a creative lens

Visit the new 'Tending to the Centres' exhibition at Orleans House Gallery - a collaboration between RESOLVE Collective and Ham, East Sheen, and Whitton Libraries, celebrating their pivotal role in the community now and into the future.

Council news | 02 Dec 25

Council launches legal action over “unlawful” closure of borough’s last police front counter

Richmond Council has begun legal proceedings against the Metropolitan Police and the Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) following the decision to permanently close the public front counter at Twickenham Police Station – a move that would leave Richmond as one of only five London boroughs with no police counter at all.

Council news | 02 Dec 25

Discover local treasures while Christmas shopping

Small Business Saturday is on Saturday 6 December, so why not visit your local High Street and support your local, independent businesses this festive season?

Council news | 02 Dec 25

Residents help to drive positive change across social housing in Richmond

One year on from the launch of Richmond’s Social Housing Improvement Plan (SHIP), growing number of residents have been empowered to take the lead on driving housing improvements across the borough. 

Council news | 02 Dec 25

Council boosts winter support with £270,000 to help households stay warm

Richmond Council is making more than a quarter of a million pounds available this winter to help residents stay warm and well during the colder months.

Council news | 01 Dec 25

Team Richmond's Cross Country stars presented with London Youth Games medals

On Wednesday 26 November, Team Richmond runners were awarded medals at a special presentation ceremony. The recognition followed their outstanding performance in the highly competitive London Youth Games Cross Country earlier this month.

Council news | 28 Nov 25

Mortlake station provides access to mental health support for those in need

On Wednesday 26 November, new Hub of Hope signage was unveiled at Mortlake station. The event was attended by representatives from South Western Railway (SWR), Network Rail, Chasing the Stigma, and councillors Margaret Dane, Alexander Ehmann, Clare Vollum, and Julia Cambridge. 

Community news | South Western Railway | 28 Nov 25

November update on the Teddington Launch Lock refurbishment project

Construction work is progressing well at Teddington Launch Lock. In recent weeks, the Environment Agency (EA) and its construction partner, Bam Nuttal, have completed ground investigations and have begun installing temporary works in the lock chamber.

Community news | Environment Agency | 28 Nov 25

Council leader warns of Budget 'squeeze' as high-value homes face new levy

Many UK householders are bracing for a wave of financial changes following the government’s Autumn Budget, Richmond Council’s Leader warns, with some local residents set to feel the ripple effects.

Council news | 27 Nov 25

Special Richmond health walk to celebrate reopened towpath

Residents are invited to join a special Richmond health walk on Monday 1 December 2025 along the popular Thames Path National Trail.

Council news | 27 Nov 25

Workshop brings together faith and belief communities driving climate action

To share ideas and learn from each other, more than 50 Richmond upon Thames residents from diverse groups came together to explore how faith and beliefs intersect with environmental concerns, and to discuss climate policy and community-led action.

Council news | 26 Nov 25

Christmas Kindness to Carers

To help lift the spirits of local unpaid carers this Christmas, charity Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston is once again running its Show an Act of Kindness Appeal.

Community news | Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston | 26 Nov 25

Final phase of EV charging point transfer to begin this month

char.gy Ltd has been appointed as the new operator of many lamp post charging points in Richmond. It takes over from ubitricity through a phased rollout which started in July 2024. 

Council news | 25 Nov 25

Richmond Council sets out strong progress and future ambition on affordable housing

Richmond Council has a growing pipeline of affordable homes and is continuing to enable the delivery of high-quality affordable housing for local people.

Council news | 24 Nov 25

Help us understand dementia awareness in Richmond

We’re inviting residents to take part in the Dementia Awareness Measure (DAM 2025) survey, to share their knowledge of dementia signs, risks factors, and knowledge of reducing risk in Richmond.

Council news | 24 Nov 25

Remember your loved ones at our upcoming memorial services

Every year we hold memorial services at our cemetery chapels to help people pay respects to loved ones they have lost. These services are open to all members of the public.

Council news | 21 Nov 25

Richmond’s call for fair funding recognised as Government confirms improved protections

Richmond Council has welcomed a Government update indicating the borough is likely to avoid the steep funding cuts previously expected under national reforms.

Council news | 21 Nov 25

Keeping warm and well this winter

As winter sets in and the festive season approaches, stay safe, warm and healthy with services and support available to you and those around you.

Council news | 20 Nov 25

Explore Richmond's accessible spaces this Disability History Month

This UK Disability History Month, learn about accessible spaces and activities across the borough, designed to ensure residents with disabilities of all ages can benefit from and enjoy them.

Council news | 20 Nov 25