Richmond Council
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 Richmond upon Thames
Joined October 2009
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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 when needed! Find out more ⬇️ orlo.uk/YDLjs
A tattooed bartender in a yellow apron reaching for a wine glass from an overhead rack in a pub.

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join Science Owl and Dr Renee for free hands-on workshops for children aged four and above 🧪 Reading meets creativity, imagination and invention at the three sessions in Richmond, Hampton and Ham next month! Find out more and book a spot ⬇️ orlo.uk/XQfWI
A female instructor in a lab coat helps a young student work on an electronic circuit board at a table.

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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/rz1QY
Promotional graphic for the Full of Life Fair at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, on 30 October 2026, showing event stalls.

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"We're being hammered by the government and are facing a monumental financial challenge." The Council is warning that government funding changes could wipe out its financial reserves within the next few years. Read more here ⬇️ orlo.uk/JybnT
A scenic view of the Thames riverside in Richmond at twilight, featuring moored boats, a lit promenade, and dining terraces.

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Thank you so much to the hundreds who joined us at the Richmond Cargo Bike Fair last Sunday 💙 We loved taking centre stage as one of five flagship events for the London Cycling Festival, and hope you enjoyed it too! Read more about the Fair ⬇️ orlo.uk/sBmcp
Cllr Alexander Ehmann driving Mayor of Richmond Cllr Nancy Baldwin and a small dog in a cargo bike

ALT Cllr Alexander Ehmann driving Mayor of Richmond Cllr Nancy Baldwin and a small dog in a cargo bike

A young girl smiles while sitting on a stationary bike connected to a blender at an outdoor community event.

ALT A young girl smiles while sitting on a stationary bike connected to a blender at an outdoor community event.

A police officer inspects an upside-down bicycle held by a man in a helmet at an outdoor community event.

ALT A police officer inspects an upside-down bicycle held by a man in a helmet at an outdoor community event.

A young man and woman performing live music on an outdoor stage in front of a glass building decorated with bunting.

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Give a well-loved item of clothing a little more life at this relaxed, hands-on mending session at The Fixery this Saturday ❤️‍🩹 Learn more about the session and sign up ⬇️ orlo.uk/NjE7t
A smiling woman in an olive cardigan sits at a table sewing a black garment, with sewing supplies nearby.

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Government plans to give developers up to 80% off the Community Infrastructure Levy... This could leave our borough with significantly less money to invest in the infrastructure needed to support new development. Find out more about this ⬇️ orlo.uk/gbotp
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There's a bumper agenda for our Finance, Policy and Resources Committee when it meets tonight (24 September). See what's being discussed and tune in to the meeting live from 7pm ➡️ orlo.uk/KPjTY
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Fill your October with something new! From wellbeing activities and creative sessions to social events, there are 18 Full of Life events happening across Richmond for older residents and carers 🧓 Find out what's on offer 👉 orlo.uk/mtADT
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Hear about the current and future climate picture in #LBRuT at our next Sustainability Forum on 14 Oct 🌍 Come along to learn about how we’re building greener, cooler neighbourhoods, protecting wildlife and preparing for extreme weather! Register here ⬇️ orlo.uk/cgvH9
A narrow stream lined with purple flowers flows through a park towards a row of traditional houses under a cloudy sky.

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Supported by one of our Climate Action Microgrants, Repair and Share is returning to Kew 🧵 A friendly team of volunteer repairers will be bringing broken items back to life at St Luke's Church in Kew on Saturday 7 November, from 10.30am to 1.30pm! ℹ️ orlo.uk/bH2vz
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The Council's Planning Committee is meeting at 7pm this evening (23 September) 🏗️ See what's on the agenda and watch the meeting here 👉 orlo.uk/ax3UI
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HAPPENING TODAY! Join our free webinar from 12.30-1.15pm and learn all about how you can enjoy warm winters, cool summers and lower energy bills ⚡ Find out more and register here ⬇️ orlo.uk/5fq9l
A Vaillant aroTHERM plus air source heat pump unit installed in a residential garden next to a wooden fence.

ALT A Vaillant aroTHERM plus air source heat pump unit installed in a residential garden next to a wooden fence.
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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 ⬇️ orlo.uk/yONyu
A group of people gathered in a garden for a community event, with text promoting the Full of Life Fund October programme.

ALT A group of people gathered in a garden for a community event, with text promoting the Full of Life Fund October programme.
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A World Rugby and FIFA approved surface has landed at Hampton Sports & Fitness Centre ✅ The work included repairs to the drainage and base layer, a replacement shock pad and playing surface, new football goals, and new separation netting. Read more ⬇️ orlo.uk/tZywg
The new surface at Hampton Sports and Fitness Centre

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The new surface at Hampton Sports and Fitness Centre

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Works taking place on the new surface at Hampton Sports and Fitness Centre

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4,300+ MORE homes could be pulled into the Government's proposed 'mansion tax' under reported plans to lower the threshold... 🏘️ This would mean 9,200 homes in total would be impacted, taking more money from the borough to the Treasury. Learn more ⬇️ orlo.uk/rVjdN
Aerial view of a London residential neighbourhood with terraced houses, a church with a green dome, and tree-lined streets.

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The Full Of Life Fair is back for 2026 🙌 Older residents and their carers can join us at Allianz Stadium on October 30 to enjoy a range of stalls and activities and get useful info and advice on services available in the borough. Register now ➡️ orlo.uk/d95FU
Promotional graphic for the Full of Life Fair on Friday 30 October 2026, 10am-3pm, over a faded event photo.

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ICYMI: Government reforms would strip Richmond upon Thames of nearly 60% of its core funding - making us the hardest hit of any London borough. We're urging residents to back our campaign for the Government to rethink the plans ⬇️ orlo.uk/EZrf7
Aerial view of Richmond Bridge over the River Thames in London, surrounded by lush trees and residential buildings.

ALT Aerial view of Richmond Bridge over the River Thames in London, surrounded by lush trees and residential buildings.
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This October, celebrate Black History Month at Orleans House Gallery with Ronald Moody: Sculpting Life, a free exhibition exploring the work of the Jamaican-born sculptor who lived in West London! Find out more here ⬇️ orlo.uk/ll7kL
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📚 One afternoon. Two routes for your book. Join Richmond Reads for two expert panels on the traditional route and self-publishing. 📅 17 October | Twickenham Library Find out more and book: richmond.gov.uk/richmond_rea… #RichmondReads #AmWriting
Richmond Reads event graphic promoting two panels for aspiring authors. Text reads: “One Day, Two Publishing Perspectives. Thinking about getting published? Hear from two panels exploring different routes into print.” An illustrated bookshelf leads into two arrows pointing in different directions. Saturday 17 October at Twickenham Library. More details at richmond.gov.uk/richmond_reads.

ALT Richmond Reads event graphic promoting two panels for aspiring authors. Text reads: “One Day, Two Publishing Perspectives. Thinking about getting published? Hear from two panels exploring different routes into print.” An illustrated bookshelf leads into two arrows pointing in different directions. Saturday 17 October at Twickenham Library. More details at richmond.gov.uk/richmond_reads.
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