Press release news

Richmond road resurfacing running smoothly with over 90% of works complete

Richmond Council’s highway maintenance programme is running smoothly and to schedule, with 91% of this financial year’s road resurfacing already complete and 81% of footpaths renewed.

Council news | 16 Feb 26

London’s first Thames bathing site proposed - feasibility study launched on Ham-side access

The government’s proposal to designate 'Riverside at Ham and Kingston' as one of England’s newest official bathing sites has today been welcomed by Richmond Council – launching a feasibility study to strengthen infrastructure and accessibility on the Ham side of the river.

Council news | 13 Feb 26

Centre Stage II: popular Richmond event will return this summer

Following the roaring success of Centre Stage last year, the popular festival will return this summer.

Council news | 12 Feb 26

Council reaffirms firm opposition to Heathrow expansion following latest Government developments

Richmond Council is restating clear and unwavering opposition to Heathrow Airport’s expansion plans – including the proposed third runway – and any measures that would increase flight numbers or worsen disruption for residents.

Council news | 06 Feb 26

Government axing of Livingstone Academy will put pressure on school places, warns Richmond Council

Richmond Council has warned that the Department for Education’s 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 | 23 Jan 26

Healthy Schools drive healthier futures for Richmond's children

Schools across Richmond upon Thames are transforming children’s health and wellbeing, helping young people lead healthier lives, with more than 20 schools now recognised through the London Healthy Schools Programme, as highlighted in the Annual Director of Public Health Report 2025/26.

Council news | 22 Jan 26

Nominate a local hero: Richmond Community Heroes Awards now open

Local heroes are making a real difference across Richmond upon Thames every day – and now residents can help celebrate them.

Council news | 07 Jan 26

Richmond secures transitional protections but still faces major funding cuts under government settlement

Richmond Council has secured transitional funding protections in the government’s provisional Local Government Finance Settlement, following months of sustained advocacy on behalf of residents.

Council news | 22 Dec 25

Community marks momentum as Twickenham Riverside regeneration gathers pace

Residents, businesses, and community members gathered at Twickenham Rowing Club last night to mark progress on the much-anticipated regeneration of Twickenham Riverside.

Council news | 16 Dec 25

Spotlight on community safety: Council confirms permanent lighting for Twickenham Green

Twickenham Green, one of Richmond’s most used parks, will now benefit from permanent improved lighting following a successful year-long pilot that earned strong support from the community and local police.

Council news | 11 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

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

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

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

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

Richmond councillor scoops national Innovator of the Year award

Richmond councillor Alexander Ehmann has won a major national award for his pioneering work to transform transport and improve air quality across the borough.

Council news | 19 Nov 25

Richmond Council takes legal action against ‘unfair government cuts’

Richmond Council has commenced the process for bold legal action against the government’s proposed Fair Funding reforms, which threaten to slash funding for essential local services.

Council news | 13 Nov 25

South London calls for investment in its world-class experience economy

A bold ambition to become the capital’s go-to destination for inclusive, sustainable growth was the focus of the Destination South London summit this week, attended by senior leaders from across business, local government and London’s visitor economy.

Council news | 12 Nov 25

Sir Vince Cable awarded Honorary Freedom of the Borough

"Distinguished, dedicated, diligent" – those are the words many use to describe the Right Honourable Sir Vince Cable, who was last night awarded Freedom of the Borough of Richmond upon Thames.

Council news | 12 Nov 25