Calling all graduates! Spaces available
 Do you know any Hounslow graduates? Adult children, family, neighbours or friends living in the borough that might be interested in applying for our Autumn 2023 intake of the National Graduate Development Programme at Hounslow Council. We have three places available. Graduates must have lived/worked/studied in the area for at least three years or have close family/carers living in the area.
To find out more about the programme, the eligibility requirements and to apply for a place, please see the link below. The deadline for applying is midday on Wednesday, 4 January 2023.
If you have any further queries, please contact developandlearn@hounslow.gov.uk.
Hounslow schools recognised for sustainable travel programme
Forty schools across Hounslow borough have now been officially accredited by Transport for London (TfL) for their commitment to sustainable travel. This involves pupils, parents and teachers increasing their commitment to beating congestion, pollution and improving road safety around schools.
TfL has accredited the 40 schools that have committed to the Sustainable Travel, Active, Responsible, Safe (STARS) programme, which is an online accreditation scheme that inspires children and their schools to think and act differently about travel and its impact on their health, wellbeing and the environment. The programme works to address issues of congestion at the school gates, road safety and air quality and urges children to walk, cycle or scoot to school.
For more information, email: STA@hounslow.gov.uk
Park Love
The Conservation Volunteers are running a couple of sessions that are perfect if you’re particularly picky about litter or just care about our fabulous green spaces in the borough.
It’s a great way to get out and about and meet new people while doing some good in green spaces that need some TLC.
Volunteers can litter pick every Monday at Avenue Park on Cranford High St (TW5 9RU) – just meet up at the Outdoor Gym next to the tennis courts. On Tuesdays, head to Waye Avenue Open Space (TW5 9SQ) to help clear the way for a new footpath due for completion next year. You’ll be clearing hogweed and other vegetation, so prepare to get down and dirty.
Full details are available by contacting Judith Ressler on 07483 050 759 or via j.ressler@tcv.org.uk
Hounslow Heath Community Walks - every Monday
The free Hounslow Heath Community walks are for everyone - they are on every Monday from 10am until 11am and are suitable for any ability.
The walks and led by our volunteer Zeba and cover the Heath, sharing walking routes and information in a friendly, fun group.
All you need to do is arrive at Hounslow Heath at 10am, wearing suitable walking shoes, with a bottle of drink to stay hydrated and dressed for the weather.
The walks will be in groups of up to 15 people.
Location: Hounslow Heath Local Nature Reserve, 12 Barrack Rd, Hounslow TW4 6AE
Calling all creatives - last chance to apply for unique training opportunity
 Are you 18-30 years old and looking to kickstart a creative career? Mama Youth Project and BAFTA winning Licklemor Productions are hosting a free six-week Digital Media Training course for young creatives.
Unlock your pathway into the entertainment industry.
The deadline to sign up is Monday, 21 November – if you are a young creative don’t miss out on this unique access to industry experts.
Callout for local illustrators
 Are you creative when translating words into images? Do you enjoy listening to stories from all sorts and backgrounds? Are you able to condense a thousand words into an illustration? Then this is for you!
Our Digital Festival of Storytelling is coming to Hounslow next February 2023.
We want to encourage and empower everyone in the borough to share their stories with us: from a personal experience that transformed their lives, to how they came to live in the borough, or which stories they or their parents were told as children.
All these stories will form a digital archive, so we remember and can access the diversity and richness of stories shared by our residents.
We are looking to commission an illustrator to create some illustrations which represent a selection of the submitted stories.
If you are interested in being considered as the illustrator for this project, please send the following to summerofculture@hounslow.gov.uk by 11 December:
- A selection of your work. This could be via links or as attachments. If attaching work, please keep the file size low and only attach four examples
- A short summary of why you would like to be considered for the role including your connection to the borough and similar project experience if you have it. Please also include your fee per day. Please, keep it to one side of A4 – we will not be able to read further than that.
We will contact you by 16 December with the outcome.
Free Trees still available for Hounslow's schools
 Hounslow’s free tree giveaway is in full swing, with trees available for residents, allotment holders, and schools.
Full information is available at https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/free-trees
This is the first year that trees have been available for our borough’s schools, and we’d love to help spruce up your school’s garden.
If your school would be interested, you may place an order via Greentalk.
You may Indicate your tree preference ( Pear, Fig, Plum, Cobnut, and two variations of Apple), as well as any contact information.
Please note that one tree is available per school, so we recommend coordinating any orders among school staff members.
Area Forums in Chiswick and Brentford
 The new-look area forums are going down a storm with local residents. From Bedfont and Feltham (see pic) to Central Hounslow, it’s been standing room only and there are two more coming your way; Chiswick on Tuesday, 22 November and Isleworth & Brentford on 24 November.
The Chiswick Forum is at the Town Hall on Heathfield Terrace and includes debt advice charity Crosslight and Council teams from Community Solutions to Hounslow Highways.
The Isleworth & Brentford Forum is in the Railway Suite of Brentford FC’s Community Stadium and will feature over 20 local groups, including Capture Sports, The Bees’ Community Sports Trust, sports hub Indian Gymkhana, and Speak Out Hounslow who support adults with learning disabilities and autism. Residents can also receive valuable advice and support around cost-of-living issues from key council teams including Community Solutions.
Everyone is welcome but booking via Eventbrite is recommended for both Chiswick and Isleworth & Brentford. You can also call 07980 768 597 (Chiswick) or 020 8583 2068 (Brentford) to secure your place. Both run from 6-30pm-9.30pm.
You can also call 07980 768 597 (Chiswick) or 020 8583 2068 (Brentford) to secure your place.
Coffee and chat about housing issues
 Join us on Wednesday, 30 November, between 10am and noon at the Oriel Resource Centre, Feltham, TW13 6YB, for a coffee morning.
Come along and:
- Share issues of concern.
- Put forward ideas on what you think is needed in your community.
- Suggest activities you would like to see and participate in.
Festival lights spectacular
Get in the festive spirit with us this weekend. Join us on Saturday, 19 November, from 6pm for the annual Hounslow Winter Lights Lantern parade.
The free event, organised by Creative People and Places Hounslow, will also see the Mayor of Hounslow switch on the town centre's Christmas lights.
The event was part funded by the Council’s new festive events small grant to help bring the borough's public spaces to life.
Be aware of blue badge offenders
 A Blue Badge scheme is in place to help disabled people to park close to their destination, either as a passenger or driver. While the badge is intended for on-street parking only, some off-street car parks, such as those provided by councils, hospitals or supermarkets also offer benefits to Blue Badge holders.
It is a criminal offence to misuse the badge and doing so can lead to a £1,000 fine. If the badge holder is using the parking concessions as a passenger (as opposed to driving the car themselves), it is their responsibility to make sure that the driver is aware of the rules of the scheme.
Fraudulent use of Blue Badges stops people in need from accessing on-street parking where they need it most. If you see or are aware of the illegal use, please contact us immediately giving details of their number plate and badge number if you can on 0800 328 6453 or email: bluebadge@hounslow.gov.uk
If your badge has been lost or stolen please complete the form linked below.
Dr Bike at Lampton Park – this Saturday
Get your bike examined for free this Saturday, 19 November with an overhaul from Cycle Instructor.
Come along to the Cycling Hub at Lampton Park, Hounslow, TW3 4LD at 10am until 12pm.
Mechanics will be able to check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears to racks, pedals and saddles.
All mechanics have a wealth of cycling knowledge and will fix any minor adjustments necessary.
For any major adjustments they cannot fix, they will advise riders on what needs to be done.
There is no need to book, just turn up in good time and queue.
Don’t leave it to chance - get your COVID and flu boosters
 COVID-19 and flu cases continue to be reported in Hounslow.
Research has shown that people who get flu and Covid-19 at the same time can become seriously ill.
The number of groups who can get their Covid-19 booster for free has expanded and now includes the over 50s, as well as younger people in other priority groups. There are plenty of venues across the borough, including GP surgeries and pharmacies, where residents can get boosters.
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