 Residents have spent over half a million pounds across the borough, which is vital as it looks to recover from the pandemic.
With the ShopLocal voucher scheme extended until 24 December, there is still time to get that last minute Christmas present, so what are you waiting for?
To view the interactive map showcasing all participating businesses visit www.hounslow.gov.uk/shoplocalvoucher.
For more information on the ShopLocal voucher scheme click the button below.
London Flood Awareness Week 22-28 November
 This week is London Flood Awareness Week and as we head into winter, we’re calling on residents to plan ahead for flooding as much as possible. As well as the emotional toll and stress, every flooded house costs an estimated £30,000, so people should take action to reduce the risk of flooding if they can, and make sure they are prepared in advance if flooding does occur.
Planning ahead can mean checking your flood risk and signing up to flood warnings, as well as taking some simple steps such as checking your insurance, knowing how to turn off your gas, electricity and water or finding out where to go to get help. There is plenty of helpful information online:
Greater London Authority: London Flood Awareness page
Environment Agency’s how to plan ahead for flooding
Thames Water also has information on sewer flooding and what to do if you see flooding.
Lampton Leisure takeover management of Green Lane Sports Ground
 Hounslow Council’s Cabinet unanimously agreed to transfer the management of the Green Lane Sports Group to Lampton Leisure, the Council’s wholly owned leisure services company, in the next 12 to 18 months.
This follows decision made in June for the Council to retake control of the site on an interim basis to ensure that the facilities are maintained to the highest standards and accessible to local people and communities.
Since the facilities return to the Council, the main pitch has been completely transformed and refurbished to meet Football Association (FA) standards including floodlighting for evening sports. Work is also underway to improve the facilities and the safety of the Pavilion to operate as a hospitality venue all year round.
To find out more about the transfer of Green Lane Sports club click the button below.
Parliament Hill Fields hosts London Youth Games Cross Country
 Team Hounslow were represented by 39 young runners with some outstanding results at the recent London Youth Games. The cross-country event saw over 1200 young Londoners from every borough take part at the the iconic Parliament Hill Fields. A venue stooped in rich tradition having already hosted world and national championships.
It had been two years since the annual season launcher had taken place, but there was no sense of respite as hundreds of runners across four age groups tackled the challenging courses.
The team at Lampton Leisure worked with local school clubs and sports provider, Sports Impact, to select the runners for this year’s entrance, as well as manage the team on the day.
The next London Youth Games event will be INDOOR CRICKET. Anyone interested in taking part should contact Jonathan.Barbour@lampton360.co.uk for further details.
To find out more about Lampton Leisure visit www.lamptonleisure.co.uk.
Aged 13-19? Hounslow Council needs you
 To find out more information click the link below.
Work Hounslow Apprentice Workshop
Work Hounslow will be running a series of bi-weekly Apprenticeship workshop sessions for residents.
Upcoming dates and times
1 and 15 December 2021, 1pm-2pm, Kingsley Academy.
The workshops will look into:
What is involved in an apprenticeship?
What is the eligibility?
What types of apprenticeship opportunities are available?
What's next & how can Work Hounslow support?
For more information on Work Hounslow click the button below
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International Day for Persons with Disabilities - online session
Hounslow Council would like to invite you to an online Zoom event to discuss challenges of people living with hidden disabilities in a post-Covid era on Thursday 2 December 2021 2pm to 3.40pm
This event will provide the opportunity for to engage with groups who represent residents with hidden disabilities, as well as individuals speaking about their personal experiences and ways the Council and our local community can raise more awareness around the challenges people with hidden disabilities face.
Topics and speakers will include:
- Lupus - Okorite Amachree
- Challenges for Deaf People before and after the pandemic - Hounslow Deaf Club
- Hidden disabilities – Autism Hounslow
- Respiratory conditions: A New Learning – Roger Smith (Hounslow Borough Respiratory Support Group)
- How can we all raise awareness of hidden disabilities? Group discussion
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Help Hounslow's very own Toy Story
 That's A Wrap is a Hounslow based initiative, bringing residents together in support of local causes through community collections.
We’re appealing for new toys for local children (0 to 16 year olds) who would otherwise be excluded from festivities this winter. We’re working with local charities to identify those in need.
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Monday - Friday: 8:30am to 6pm
Saturday: 8:30am to 5pm
Sunday: 10am to 4pm
Directions Bus route: E8, 117, 235, 237, H37
Train: Piccadilly Line, Hounslow East Station
Click the button below to find out more information.
Dame Paula Rego exhibition extended until February
 An exhibition by renowned artist Dame Paula Rego at Hogarth’s House in Chiswick has been extended until the 27 February 2022.
The free entry exhibition boasts 38 works includes original printing plates made by the artist and ‘The Wine Series’ - six never-seen-before prints which are to be given to Hogarth’s House.
The exhibition includes a range of works from throughout Rego's career and explores her admiration for Hogarth’s work and its influence on her own.
The pieces in this exhibition have been generously loaned by The Cristea Roberts Gallery. This year saw the completion of the Mulberry Garden project at Hogarth’s House, which is managed by Hounslow. This has seen the garden redesigned and the opening of a new learning space, the Weston Studio.
Hounslow Connect – the new digital information hub for everyone
 Everyone in Hounslow can now use our new online information, advice, and guidance hub, Hounslow Connect.
The digital platform of Community Solutions, Hounslow Connect, is available for all residents to use and will support the work of the Community Solutions team out and about in the borough. To find out where the team will be this week visit our website.
Hounslow Connect brings together information about the boroughs voluntary and community groups, and our health partners into one single easy to use place, making it quick and simple to find what is right for you, when and where you need it.
Visit www.hounslowconnect.com to explore the platform and find the advice, guidance and support you need.
The Council is also inviting all the borough’s charities, voluntary and community groups to register on the website, free of charge. Groups will receive a custom-designed page on the platform which can be edited and changed when needed. To register your charity or group on Hounslow Connect please email hounslowconnect@hounslow.gov.uk.
Tackling floods – views needed
 Residents are being asked to give their views on two public consultations being run by the Environment Agency (EA) regarding how to tackle flooding in the borough.
The EA is asking for people to have their say on its draft Flood Risk Management Plan, a strategic plan outlining measures designed to help the areas in Hounslow most at risk of flooding. This consultation is running until 21 of January 2022 and can be found here.
Secondly, the EA is also running a River Basin Management Plan for the Thames River Basin District , which includes Hounslow. This will support the government’s wider 25-year plan to tackle flooding and coastal erosion in England. This consultation is running until the 22 of April 2022 and can be found here
Are you a local Graduate? Have you considered joining us at Hounslow Council?
 Would you like to play a vital role in helping Hounslow to become an outstanding Council serving an outstanding borough?
We’re inviting all Hounslow based graduates to join the National Graduate Development Programme (NGDP) at Hounslow Council. The programme is a two-year graduate management development programme, run by the Local Government Association (LGA). It provides a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to fast-track their career in local government and learn more about the vital work of public servants.
During your two-year placement you will gain experience in a number of different services across the Council, such as Community Solutions, Children’s and Adult Services, Environmental Services and much more. You will also gain a postgraduate ILM (Diploma in Leadership and Management) qualification Level 7 through your studies, supported by regular training.
We offer a competitive package, with a starting annual salary of £26,052 a dynamic, engaging and hands on workplace and lots of great development and social opportunities.
Free Rapid Test available
 If you don’t have COVID-19 symptoms, get your FREE rapid test by
REMEMBER: If you do tests at home, you’ll need to report your results online here: Report your test result online or by calling 119.
You can also walk-in to one of our testing sites at:
- Heston Library (New Heston Road, Hounslow TW5 0LW) between 8.00am-4.00pm Mon-Sun.
- Bedfont Library (Staines Road, Bedfont TW14 8DB) between 8.00am-4.00pm Mon-Fri.
Or, if you prefer, you can visit one of our Mobile Testing Units this weekend.
REMEMBER: If you HAVE got COVID-19 symptoms, make sure you get a PCR test – even if your rapid test shows a negative result. To book a PCR test and for more information on testing, visit: www.hounslow.gov.uk/coronavirus.
Vaccinations – available this weekend
 For all types of vaccinations (first dose, second dose, third dose for immunosuppressed, booster), there are several types of locations where you can get your vaccination appointment in Hounslow.
- At a drop-in vaccination clinic
- At a pharmacy
- At a GP-led clinic by invitation
- At school (for healthy 12-15 year olds) or via National Booking System
All of the above are safe choices and at every location staff will be properly trained to give you your dose of the vaccine. If you are not sure what type of vaccine you require, please see our Frequently Asked Questions.
Or book an appointment via www.nhs.uk or call 119.
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