Hounslow House to go Green for Grenfell
 To mark the fourth anniversary of the Grenfell tragedy, the Council will light Hounslow House green on Monday 14, June.
Cllr Katherine Dunne, Cabinet Member for Communities and Climate Emergency, said: “We can never forget the horrific and devastating Grenfell Tower fire. On this anniversary our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those that lost their lives along with the whole Grenfell community.
“As a mark of remembrance on the fourth anniversary of the fire, Hounslow will join other public bodies and light Hounslow House in green.
“We would also like to express our gratitude to all those who supported the emergency response efforts.”
Loneliness Awareness Week
 Loneliness Awareness Week will take place from 14 to 18 June. Hosted by Marmalade Trust, it's a campaign that raises awareness of loneliness and gets people talking about it.
After a year of lockdowns, social distancing, and restrictions, more of us are experiencing loneliness than ever, which is having a great impact on our physical and mental wellbeing.
The Marmalade Trust is working to reduce the stigma around loneliness by encouraging conversation about it and accepting loneliness exists.
Research shows that it’s a common misconception that loneliness is limited to older people. In fact, it’s now young people aged 16-24 who are the loneliest age group in the UK. Find out more about how you can tackle loneliness.
EU Settlement Scheme deadline fast approaching
 If you're an EU, EEA or Swiss national you must apply online to the EU Settlement Scheme by 30 June 2021.
Act now to maintain your right to live, work and study in the UK.
If you need help with your application, please contact the Hounslow EU settlement service, on 0808 278 7830 or email referrals@hounslowcabs.org.uk.
25 new council homes unveiled at Barnham Court in Feltham
 Twenty five new homes were recently completed as part of Hounslow Council’s redevelopment of the Sparrow Farm Community Centre.
The much-needed two and three-bedroom properties are available for social rent for residents on the Council’s housing waiting list, and three of the homes have been designed to accommodate wheelchair users.
As part of the redevelopment, the brand-new Passer Court Community Centre has also opened its doors. Situated next door to Barnham Court, the centre can host up to 300 people for a variety of events including weddings, parties, meetings, knitting circles and reading groups.
Barnham Court’s residents gathered with councillors on Thursday (3 June) to mark the completion of the homes and officially open the community centre.
Hounslow announced as having best roads in London
 Hounslow’s roads are the best in London, according to a newly released report.
Thanks to residents who have been actively reporting potholes, and over £100m invested from the Council since 2013, Hounslow roads and footways have emerged in pole position.
The annual State of the City Report provides key information on all 32 London boroughs and reveals the best and worst in its annual report.
Hounslow was found to have the lowest backlog of potholes to fix, which is vital for keeping our borough moving and the economy thriving.
Take action and reduce your risk during Diabetes Week
 Hounslow is supporting Diabetes Week from 14 to 20 June. The campaign is led by Diabetes UK and aims to raise awareness of the condition and what changes people can make in order to reduce their risk.
There are two types of diabetes – Type 1 and Type 2. In the UK, around 90 per cent of all adults with diabetes have Type 2 and the disease afflicts more people in the UK than any other serious health condition. It can have a major impact on a person’s day-to-day life and at an advanced stage, can cause a host of other health complications.
According to Diabetes UK:
- Each year in the UK, 24,000 people with diabetes die early
- Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in people of working age in the UK
- Over 100 amputations are carried out every week on people with diabetes because of complications connected with their condition. Up to 80 per cent of these are preventable.
However, research has consistently shown that diabetes can often be prevented or managed with combined lifestyle interventions - including diet, physical activity and sustained weight loss. Knowledge of the causes of diabetes is crucial to reducing the risk of becoming a diabetic. Find out how you can reduce your risk here.
Hounslow LGBTQ+ Form Shaping Workshop next week
 We are delighted to be working with the Metro Charity for Pride Month 2021 to facilitate discussion around what the Hounslow LGBTQ+ community would want from an LGBTQ+ Forum.
Please join and share the details of our fully interactive workshop held on Zoom on Tuesday 15th June 6:30pm - 7:30pm, exploring the needs and aspirations of LGBTQ+ residents of the London Borough of Hounslow.
Circular economy week
 The fourth annual Circular Economy Week is taking place between 14 and 18 June.
It is a week of events hosted by ReLondon and a wide range of organisations to celebrate and share progress to a circular economy. The week highlights how cities and businesses are reducing carbon emissions and innovating to reduce the impact of our consumption of stuff on global heating.
There are over 60 online sessions to attend including:
The Brentford Project - The Return of the Summer Series 2021!
 This summer will see the return of the Summer Series at The Brentford Project, which will bring together a host of local partners for a range of events from May to September, designed to celebrate the best of West London’s arts and cultural scene.
The Brentford Project is a new cultural initiative by Ballymore, conceived to celebrate the creative diversity of the town and establish it as a bold platform for the arts, live music and food.
The Brentford Project is also partnering with House of VOGA to bring a series of contemporary dance classes, providing a blend of yoga, fashion and vogue markets, to offer anything from fresh produce to terrarium art, workshops, outdoor theatre and more.
This Girl Can Week
 Sport England's 'This Girl Can' is the first campaign of its kind to feature women of all shapes, sizes and sporting abilities that sweat and jiggle as they exercise.
From 12 - 19 June, Hounslow Council will join the rest of the UK in celebrating all of the women who have kept active and inspire more women across the borough to be more physically active.
Some women feel judged when doing physical activity and so this campaign seeks to empower as many women as possible to explore and find activities that they can enjoy to help them to keep active regardless of how they look or what others may think.
Whether you are looking for ways to get more active or you want to try something new, why not head to One You Hounslow's website for inspirations.
Get a PCR test at a mobile or local test site near you!
 The sooner you get PCR tested and vaccinated, the less likely you will be to miss the opportunity to benefit from the increased resource in the borough. There are now even more locations where you can get a PCR test – including at supermarkets this weekend. For locations and opening hours visit our website.
Council staff (carrying I.D) will be door-knocking in Brentford from Monday (14 June), delivering PCR test kits and leaving letters with information and details of support for anyone not at home.
It is important you remember to return your completed PCR test to us as soon as possible.
Details of where to drop-off PCR test kits can be found here.
Get vaccinated this weekend!
 This weekend you can get your vaccination in Hounslow with no appointment required at the following walk-in clinic locations:
Saturday 12 June
Meadowbank Adult and Community Education Centre, Cranford TW5 9TL - Open 9.00am to 2.00pm and 3.00pm to 8.00pm.
Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre- 658 Chiswick High Road, Brentford TW8 0HJ - Open 8.00am to 8.00pm.
Sunday 13 June
Feltham Assembly Hall, Feltham (TW14 9DN) - Open 8.30am to 7.30pm.
As always, you can also book an appointment via nhs.uk to guarantee a slot or call 911. Visit www.hounslow.gov.uk/surge for more information.
25 or older? If you're eligible, find out how to get your vaccine
 If you are aged 25 or over, are clinically vulnerable, a frontline worker or a carer, you can now book your COVID-19 vaccination through the NHS website even if you haven’t yet received a letter. Appointments are available at sites across the borough and also Ealing, Wembley and Hammersmith.
We are aware of other scam messages circulating – please ignore them. The NHS will never ask you for money or your bank details for your vaccination – it is free.
You can book an appointment now if:
- you are aged 25 or over
- you are at high risk from coronavirus (clinically extremely vulnerable)
- you are an eligible frontline health or social care worker
- you have a condition that puts you at higher risk (clinically vulnerable)
- you have a learning disability
- you are a main carer for someone at high risk from coronavirus
You can book appointments at a larger vaccination centres or a pharmacy that provides COVID-19 vaccinations.
Please make sure you plan your journey responsibly to allow for as much social distancing as possible.
And finally...
Share your favourite high street shops with us!
We are proud of our borough and want to celebrate all the great things it offers! We are calling for residents to share their favourite photos with us.
This week we are celebrating our wonderful local businesses that have recently reopened their doors.
Here is our photo of the week from Cake Owls, a Feltham based bakery which specialises in making stylish and delicious cakes, and indulgent desserts, for all occasions. They deliver to postcodes across the borough.
By giving it your support you are helping a local family business.
For more on #ShopSafeShopLocal and to see our support toolkits for businesses and hospitality, please visit our website.
Join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #HounslowPhotos on Facebook or Twitter and remember Hands, Face, Space and Fresh Air!
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