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This London Climate Action Week, Richmond Council has announced an upgrade to outdoor trading sites with new electric points to be installed across the borough throughout the year.  The annual London Climate Action Week began in 2019 and is the largest independent climate change event in Europe. It brings together climate professionals and communities across London in order to find practical solutions to…

Following the success of the protected cycle lane on Kew Road, residents are invited to have their say on proposed cycle improvements along Strawberry Vale, Twickenham Road and Manor Road in Twickenham.   The A310 road links Twickenham town centre with both Ham and Kingston and has been identified by Transport for London as a top strategic cycle route in London.   Whilst there are some existing…

Working parents in Richmond upon Thames are reminded that they can use Tax-Free Childcare to help pay for their childcare costs over the summer.  HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) provides Tax-Free Childcare for children aged up to 11, or 17 if the child has a disability. This can be used to help pay for accredited holiday clubs, childminders or sport…

Richmond Council is welcoming applications for its Local Area Fund, which provides funding for local ward areas to support community driven projects to improve the quality of life and wellbeing of local communities. Individuals, local groups and organisations can all apply for the fund. The Local Area Fund was introduced in 2020 to provide funding…

Residents of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to take part in Richmond Council’s free personal training sessions at the newly completed outdoor gym in Carlisle Park, Hampton.   Training sessions will show residents how to use the new gym equipment to get a great outdoor workout. Residents can simply turn up on the day with no advance booking required.   The new outdoor gym equipment is suitable for all, including those with mobility issues. The equipment installed…