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The Leader of Richmond Council has warned that proposals from the Mayor of London to call in and potentially overturn local licensing decisions risk “undermining local democracy” and weakening public trust.
Council news | 27 Mar 26
From brighter, safer streets to ambitious plans for events and public spaces, a suite of visible changes are underway across Richmond town centre as the Council accelerates its long-term vision for the area.
Council news | 27 Mar 26
A new state of the art sports hall and floodlit 3G pitches at The Richmond upon Thames School are already proving to be a vital asset for both students and the wider community, marking a highly successful first full year since opening.
Council news | 26 Mar 26
Pools on the Park’s latest upgrade has improved the popular leisure centre for residents, providing modern, welcoming spaces to stay active and enjoy a wider range of activities.
Council news | 26 Mar 26
The much-anticipated regeneration of Twickenham Riverside is reaching another major milestone, with preparation works nearly complete and essential infrastructure works about to begin – meaning the site is now almost ready for main construction.
Council news | 25 Mar 26
From bringing world‑class artists into local neighbourhoods to launching London’s newest international arts festival, and supporting dozens of grassroots projects led by residents, Richmond Council is marking five years of Culture Richmond. The milestone celebrates the impact of the borough’s cultural strategy since its adoption in 2021 and looks ahead to its next chapter through to 2031.
Council news | 25 Mar 26
Work is underway on one of Richmond’s largest regeneration projects, set to deliver hundreds of new homes and two community spaces for residents.
Council news | 24 Mar 26
A bold new plan to drive sustainable growth, unlock investment and create better opportunities for Richmond residents and businesses has been launched by the Council.
Council news | 24 Mar 26
The Leader of Richmond Council has expressed deep alarm at the news that longstanding residents of Garden Court have been issued Section 21 eviction notices so their homes can be sold on with vacant possession – after it emerged the landlord served the notices so Westminster City Council can buy the homes.
Council news | 23 Mar 26
Richmond has been named as London's best place to live, and that's 'no accident' according to Leader of Richmond Council, Councillor Gareth Roberts.
Council news | 23 Mar 26
Richmond Council is supporting residents to make their homes more comfortable, greener and cheaper to run with the new Smarter Homes Hub, an extensive ‘how-to’ guide for retrofitting homes.
Council news | 19 Mar 26
Richmond Council has expressed serious concerns that Transport for London (TfL) is not doing enough to inform residents of their plans to lower the speed limit on a busy stretch of the A316 to 30mph – with no extra warning signs in place when the change comes into force on 20 March.
Council news | 19 Mar 26
More than 250 genuinely affordable homes are planned for completion in Richmond upon Thames over the next two years – as part of a major delivery pipeline of more than 1,000 new homes across the borough.
Council news | 19 Mar 26
Richmond is among the country’s high-performing councils for adult social care after the Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated the borough ‘Good’ across all areas, highlighting outcomes that outperform national averages.
Council news | 13 Mar 26
Support for Richmond residents facing homelessness has been strengthened with the official opening today of a new Homelessness Assessment Hub in Lavender Hill – a dedicated space offering short-term stays and intensive, coordinated support.
Council news | 12 Mar 26
Richmond Council is working with residents, community groups, and businesses to cut carbon emissions, protect nature and increase our resilience to a changing climate.
Council news | 12 Mar 26
Richmond Council has allocated nearly £4.5 million to support those most affected by rising costs. Using the Low Income Family Tracker (LIFT) data platform, the Council continues to run targeted campaigns to increase awareness and take up of benefits and other entitlements, ensuring help reaches the households who need it most.
Council news | 04 Mar 26
Teddington's brand-new community hub has opened today, replacing the former Elleray Hall, improving facilities and providing the foundation to further strengthen the local community.
Council news | 24 Feb 26
Richmond Council has warned that the Department for Education’s (DfE) 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 | 24 Feb 26
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
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