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Another Heathrow consultation has been launched, after the PM called Heathrow expansion a “matter for London and Londoners” 🛫
Tell the government what YOU think.
Find out more on the new consultation (open until 22 December) and make your voice heard ⬇️
orlo.uk/sEOzR
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Accessibility and adaptability are being built in from the outset at the Ham Close regeneration 🏘️
These specially designed homes will help residents who are wheelchair users live independently and comfortably!
Find out more ⬇️
orlo.uk/A8v12
ALT Cllr Chris Varley demonstrating an accessibility feature in one of the newly completed adapted homes at Ham Close
ALT Cllr Chris Varley demonstrating an accessibility feature in one of the newly completed adapted homes at Ham Close
The UK government has launched Be Ready, a new national campaign encouraging households to prepare for up to three days of disruption caused by everyday emergencies like severe storms.
Find out more on what this means ⬇️
orlo.uk/E5wMm
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ICYMI: Richmond is officially one of the best places in England to grow up, ranking fourth nationally in a landmark Children’s Commissioner report!
Find out more ⬇️
orlo.uk/nJkfS
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Start making your neighbourhood greener: apply for a climate action microgrant 🌍
Our climate action microgrants of £100-£500 are available to help local projects get of the ground!
The deadline to apply is FRIDAY 30 October ⬇️
orlo.uk/FggsA
We've had to temporarily pause all our fridge and freezer collection and disposal services 🧊
This is because of a shortage of processing capacity at sites all across the UK.
Find out more on why this is and what you can do instead ⬇️
orlo.uk/X7sLP
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The Full of Life Fair is back on Friday, but there are more Full of Life Fund events happening too!
🥇 October Half Term 2026: Inter-Generational Mini Olympics
💃 Salsa Extravaganza
🤝 No Barriers Here workshop
Find out more ⬇️
orlo.uk/vm5UM
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From tomorrow (26 October) to 1 November, enjoy exclusive Halloween discounts with OurBike and discover a greener, more convenient way to travel 🚲
More info here ⬇️
orlo.uk/SIoXT
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Alongside the main Full of Life Fair, we’re also supporting local groups to host their own events during October with the Full of Life Fund!
See if there's something that suits you this week ⬇️
orlo.uk/8QGUh
ALT A group of people gathered in a garden for a community event, with text promoting the Full of Life Fund October programme.
ICYMI: Fly-tippers who trash our borough will be facing fines of up to £50,000 soon 🗑️
Find out more on how we're stepping up action on fly-tippers ⬇️
orlo.uk/aoS2S
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You probably already know what to do to get yourself ready for a storm, but if you're not sure or have forgotten after a long hot summer, you'll find some useful tips on our website ⛈️
Click here for more info ⬇️
orlo.uk/dwwjq
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Two-way traffic lights are currently in place along Heath Road in Twickenham, between Colne Road and The Green, due to flooding under the railway bridge 🚦
Traffic management will be in place until Sunday 25 October, with significant delays to journey times expected.
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Remembrance Day services are going to be held around the borough on Sunday 8 November.
Most events will involve a parade of veterans, civic dignitaries and religious officials, a service and a two-minute silence at 11am.
Find an event near you ⬇️
orlo.uk/gFBbb
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“We won't stand by while Whitehall forces our residents to pay the price for a deeply flawed formula."
Earlier today the Leader of the Council took the fight against Government funding reforms directly to Whitehall.
Learn more ⬇️
orlo.uk/7H6XG
We've taken the fight against the Government's 'reckless' £102m funding cuts to Whitehall.
This morning we joined Wandsworth, Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea in formally submitting proposals for a rethink.
Learn more ⬇️
orlo.uk/8i5dg
ALT Council Leaders of Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea holding a green and white banner that reads 'Record cuts in funding to our communities, we say NO' in front of Big Ben.
ALT Council Leaders of Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea holding a green and white banner that reads 'Record cuts in funding to our communities, we say NO' in front of the Treasury
What counts as fly-tipping and what's the right way to get rid of waste? ♻️
Find out everything you need to know about fly-tipping and how to report it here 👉 orlo.uk/4joIQ
Together, we can tackle fly-tipping!
We want to keep delivering the high standards Richmond residents expect, but significant funding cuts put that at risk. Richmond deserves a fairer deal from government so we can continue investing in our children, families and communities.
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Richmond has been named the fourth best place in England for children to grow up.
That success doesn’t happen by accident. Strong schools, quality local services and thriving communities all play their part.
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ALT A teacher leads an outdoor lesson for a group of children sitting on log stumps in a sunny woodland clearing.
Do you know someone making a difference through sport in Richmond and helping people move more?
Nominate them for the first ever Richmond Moves Awards! 🏆
Learn more about the available categories and nominate here ⬇️
orlo.uk/cgPy6
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Join us on Tue 27 Oct for an inspiring evening of conversation and connection celebrating African-Caribbean voices in Richmond 🗣️
The evening will feature a panel discussion with local voices who'll share their unique stories!
Learn more and book ⬇️
orlo.uk/aGrWd
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Several premises all around the borough have become registered Safe Havens
These providing places of temporary safety and support for anyone in their area!
Learn more about them, where they are and what they're able to offer ⬇️
orlo.uk/m6iLM
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Lots of climate-conscious locals came together last week for the latest Richmond Sustainability Forum 🌍
There they discussed how we can better prepare for, respond to, and recover from the impacts of climate change.
Read more ⬇️
orlo.uk/7a6Hd
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Richmond Town Centre belongs to the people who live, work and spend time here.
Now, a new online engagement hub is making it easier to help shape its future 🗣️
Find out more here ⬇️
orlo.uk/EUp8F
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Marble Hill Park used one of our Climate Action Microgrants to create a dead hedge and make a new wildlife corner in a quiet area of the park 🦡
Apply for your own Climate Action Microgrant of £100 to £500 by Friday 30 October ⬇️
orlo.uk/GXFMU
Over £30k has been raised in just six weeks thanks to your generosity and community spirit 🙌
The Richmond Voluntary Fund is open to support local charities helping young children develop confidence, communication skills and wellbeing!
Find out more ⬇️
orlo.uk/qUfb4
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There are three more fantastic Full of Life Fund events for older people to enjoy taking place this week:
🕯️ Candle making workshop
🎶 The Joy of Music session
☔ Dementia Friendly Screening of ‘Singing in the Rain’
Find out more ⬇️
orlo.uk/ynBaf
ALT A group of people gathered outdoors for a community event, with text promoting the 'Full of Life Fund' October programme.
We're uniquely positioned for enjoying the river, but we're also uniquely threatened by it.
How can a school playground or a community centre help manage flood risk?
Find out how greener spaces can help tackle flooding ⬇️
orlo.uk/AzaKe
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Join us on WhatsApp 📲
Whether you live, work, study, or visit the borough, you can now receive the latest news, key service updates, and urgent alerts directly on your phone!
Sign up to our free WhatsApp channel here ⬇️
orlo.uk/Awj35
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Did you know we'll have a specialist Dementia Hub at the Full of Life Fair on 30 October? 🧠
We'll have drop-in sessions throughout the day to learn about preventing, living with, and caring for someone who has dementia.
Find out more ⬇️
orlo.uk/pb2Wg
ALT Promotional graphic for the Full of Life Fair at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, on 30 October 2026, showing event stalls.
We've launched free training to help hospitality staff tackle spiking and sexual harassment.
Created by our Community Safety Team, the online training is designed to help staff prevent, recognise and respond!
Find out more and take the training ⬇️
orlo.uk/mKMsI
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Councillor Maureen Goldthorpe, Richmond's new Interfaith and Belief Champion, shares her vision for strengthening connections between residents, faith communities, voluntary sector organisations, local groups and partner agencies across the borough 📽️
Twickenham’s Christmas shopping weekend returns on 5 and 6 December 🎁
Meet over 40 independent artists, markers, artisans and designers and learn about the stories behind their creative and exciting products!
Find out more ⬇️
orlo.uk/AK9fO
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How did the extreme heat of summer 2026 affect you? ☀️
Take part in an online survey and an in-person workshop to help shape a more climate-resilient borough ⬇️
orlo.uk/pEjYT
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10 brave locals will be soaring over the Allianz Stadium tomorrow in aid of @XroadsRandK 🏟️
They'll be taking on the zipline with plenty of enthusiasm and a very important cause in mind!
Find out more about who is taking part and donate here ⬇️
orlo.uk/8uZxC
ALT An upside-down portrait of a middle-aged couple wearing matching navy blue 'Running for Carers' t-shirts in a garden.
Richmond’s communities will stand together against hate next month 🤝
In partnership with Multicultural Richmond, 'United in Hope: No Place for Hate' will celebrate what unites us, challenge prejudice and turn shared commitment into action.
Learn more ⬇️
orlo.uk/D6ml4
ALT A poster for 'United in Hope' in Richmond on 26 November 2026, featuring silhouettes of people against a split background.
The new multi-use studio at Pools on the Park is hosting a fresh programme of activities - starting soon 💪
The programme includes small group sessions designed to support people with a range of health, wellbeing & fitness goals!
See what's available ⬇️
orlo.uk/cj39F
ALT A modern indoor cycling studio with rows of yellow and black exercise bikes, vibrant LED lighting, and 'KEEP MOVING' on wall.
We're one step closer to an exciting new heart for Twickenham... 🏗️
The Riverside development has now reached new heights, with the concrete frame for the new Water Lane building now COMPLETE!
Read more and find out what's next ⬇️
orlo.uk/Ta2zi
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Learn how to enjoy warmer winters, cooler summers and lower bills in your home 🏡
Catch up on our expert-led webinar on solar power and other simple retrofit changes that can save you energy and money ⬇️
orlo.uk/0rOuJ
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Did you know that anything with a plug, battery or cable can be recycled? 🔌
♻️ Recycle with your weekly kerbside collections
🩷 At one of our 30 banks
📦 With a bulky item collection
🚛 At Townmead Road
Find out more about electrical recycling ⬇️
orlo.uk/CJfqn
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ALT Cllr Julia Neden-Watts holds a small electronic device while standing by a pink electrical recycling bin.
The Full Of Life Fair is back on 30 Oct 🙌
Older residents and their carers can join us at Allianz Stadium to find a range of useful info and advice on services available, as well as stalls and activities and FREE refreshments!
Register for free ➡️ orlo.uk/22jl8
ALT People at a community event pouring hot drinks, with text promoting the Full of Life Fair at Allianz Stadium.
Government reforms would strip Richmond upon Thames of nearly 60% of its core funding - making us the hardest hit of any London borough.
Today's your last chance to back our campaign for a rethink of the plans!
More info ⬇️
orlo.uk/aDf7w
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We’re standing up for the Thames💧
Thames Water asked to film a promotional advert in Richmond. While they continue to pursue their TDRA scheme, we said no.
Watch Cllr Gareth Roberts explain why we’re taking a stand to protect our river and represent residents’ concerns 👇
This Circular Economy Week, we're celebrating the people and projects doing great things to prevent unnecessary waste ♻️
Learn more here ⬇️
orlo.uk/S55xN
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We're looking for locals with lived experience to help shape our new Suicide and Self-harm Prevention Strategy 🗣️
Find out more, take the online survey by 15 October, and find local mental health support ⬇️
orlo.uk/P6dIk
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Tomorrow's the LAST CHANCE to add your support to our campaign against Government cuts that would strip Richmond upon Thames of nearly 60% of its core funding and put huge pressure on vital services.
Take one minute to add your voice ⬇️
orlo.uk/llOSa
ALT Aerial view of Richmond Bridge over the River Thames in London, surrounded by lush trees and residential buildings.
Circular Economy Week (12-18 Oct) is a nationwide celebration of lending, borrowing, repairing and sharing – and keeping valuable stuff out of incinerators.
Across LBRuT, organisations are using creativity to rescue surplus food, repair broken items and help locals save money!
Get creative at The Fixery's next FREE workshop ✂️
From 2-4pm this Saturday (14 October), enjoy a free relaxed zero-waste paper cutting session where you can make anything you can imagine!
Find out more and sign up here ⬇️
orlo.uk/HXRE7
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Join an exciting evening of good quizzing and great food at the Mayor's Halloween Quiz 🎃
Every ticket sold will help support the Mayor's charities Cocoon Care After Care and Skylarks continue their vital work!
Find out more and secure a spot ⬇️
orlo.uk/SaZBf
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October is Full of Life! Alongside the Full of Life Fair on 30 October, discover 18 events taking place across the borough for older residents and carers this month.
This week:
🎸 Rock Island Lives
🧼 Soap workshop
🧘🏻 Wellbeing Workshop
Find an event ➡️ orlo.uk/2zYmD
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Richmond is set to lose £29m a year because of Government funding reforms ❌
We're fighting this on your behalf - but you can have an impact too.
Back our campaign for a rethink by taking the Sustainable Communities Act Consultation by WED 14 OCT ⬇️
orlo.uk/db2l0
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Need or want to borrow a cargo bike? We've got 50% discount codes to give you easier access 🚲
Get half % off with the code 'LCF2×50' until 31 December!
More info ⬇️
orlo.uk/F4IQ2
ALT An OurBike cargo e-bike with a black storage box parked on a cobblestone street, with other bicycles in the background.
Join us for the next Richmond Sustainability Forum at York House next Wednesday (14 October) 🌍
Come along and explore what climate resilience means for our borough and local communities!
Register for free ⬇️
orlo.uk/Qw4Wi
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