Household Notification Letter
 Ahead of the local elections taking place in May, household notification letters have been sent to all properties in Hounslow. These letters help you check that everyone who is eligible to vote in your household has registered.
If any details on the letter are incorrect, you can update your records online using the website and unique security codes in your letter.
This communication also includes key dates leading up to the election, information on applying for a postal vote, and a reminder that you must bring photo ID when voting in person at a polling station.
If you have any questions, please contact us at elections@hounslow.gov.uk or by calling 020 8583 2828.
New SEND drop-in sessions confirmed
 Find the right support for your child or young person with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
It doesn't have to be an overwhelming prospect, just come and talk to us in person at our monthly SEND drop-in sessions where you can speak to a professional face-to-face for advice, guidance and support.
New dates have now been confirmed for the next three months, full details below:
- Wednesday, 4 February, Feltham Community Hub and Library (11.30am to 1.30pm)
- Tuesday, 17 March, Heston Community Hub and Library (3pm-5pm)
- Tuesday, 21 April, Lampton Family Hub (10am-12pm)
These sessions have team members from:
- Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP)
- Therapies
- School travel assistance
- Special Educational Needs and Disability Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)
You can drop in to any of our surgery sessions without a booking.
Exploring pathways to work
On Thursday, 5 February, Work Hounslow, in partnership with Ealing and Hounslow Community Voluntary service (EHCVS), Learn Hounslow and Community Hub and Libraries, is delivering an event for unemployed residents aged 18 and over, including those needing extra support to access careers information. The event will take place at Hounslow House from 10am to 1pm.
At the event, you can explore a variety of pathways to employment from over sixteen employers and organisations. Opportunities include volunteering and work placements in gardening and horticulture, health and social care, hospitality, IT and early years.
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Early bowel cancer detection made easy
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If you're aged between 50 and 74 and registered with a GP you should receive a bowel cancer screening kit every two years.
You can take the test at home and send it in by post. It's quick, easy and could save your life.
If you think you're eligible for bowel cancer screening but you've not had your test kit, call the bowel cancer screening helpline on 0800 707 6060.
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Ask the family
 We are reviewing how we work with children and families to ensure that the right support is available at the right time, and as early as possible.
The Council is particularly keen to hear from anyone who has experience of engaging with Children’s Services in Hounslow, including:
- Being linked to a social worker or qualified worker
- Early Help Adolescent Support and Prevention Team (ASaP), formerly Adolescent Support Team
- Early Help for children with disabilities
- Family Group Conferencing
Residents who feed back will help the Council understand what is working well, identify where improvements can be made, and ensure that services are designed around the real needs of families.
Join a resident workshop
 The Council is developing a new Climate Change Resilience Plan, and is inviting residents to add their insight at a public co‑design workshop on Thursday, 29 January from 6-8pm at Hounslow House.
The session will explore climate risks, from flooding and heatwaves to storms and wildfires, and identify practical measures to strengthen community preparedness, infrastructure, green spaces and local services.
Your experiences and insights will help our borough adapt to the challenges of a changing climate.
Learn to cook healthy fake-aways
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Are you craving your favourite takeaway but want to save calories and cash?
Learn Hounslow's new cooking course teaches you how to make delicious low-cost meals that satisfy your hunger while not breaking the bank - or your waistband. The course starts this Monday, 26 January.
To register or ask any questions, please call 020 8583 6000 or email courses@hounslow.gov.uk.
Head to the Learn Hounslow website to find a full list of available learning opportunities.
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Taking the lead on responsible dog ownership
 The Council is launching a campaign to help dog owners understand what’s expected of them when out with their pets. This will mean our parks, pavements and green spaces stay clean, safe and welcoming for all.
New dog control rules are now in force across parts of the borough, following feedback from residents. The rules are being introduced alongside a borough-wide campaign called 'Take the Lead', which supports responsible ownership.
The key rules include:
- cleaning up after your dog straight away and disposing of waste correctly
- carrying bags or a scoop when out walking
- keeping dogs on a lead where signs or council officers ask you to
- staying out of dog exclusion areas such as playgrounds, sports areas and remembrance gardens
- walking no more than four dogs per person
Failure to follow the rules could result in a £100 on-the-spot fine.
Nursery admissions open now
 Children born between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2023 can start nursery in one of our schools this September.
Applications are open until Friday, 6 March. Click here to access the admissions pages
For support during applications parents can call 020 8583 3470 or email fis@hounslow.gov.uk
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