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Council News
£7 million funding boost to accelerate Richmond Council’s ambitious net zero target
We have secured a major £7 million grant from the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, marking a significant milestone in our mission to become a greener, more sustainable borough. The funding will support transformative carbon reduction projects across five key Council-owned sites in Richmond upon Thames: Pools on the Park, Briar House, East Sheen Library, Orleans House Gallery, and Teddington Pools. We are also committing £1.94 million in match funding to help deliver these ambitious plans.
Richmond Council's bold action on air quality wins top award
We have been awarded the coveted 'Air Quality Strategy of the Year' at the latest Fleet Vision International Awards ceremony, in recognition of our innovative work to tackle air pollution and improve public health. The award reflects the significant progress already made – and continuing – to benefit residents in Richmond upon Thames.
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Service Updates
No changes to collections this Easter
There will be no changes to the schedule of waste and recycling collections over the Easter weekend. We will continue to collect residential waste on your usual collection day. You can also find out your collection day by downloading the free My Richmond app.
Major repairs underway to reopen Richmond to Kew towpath
We are pleased to announce that major repair works on the Thames towpath between Richmond Lock and Kew Gardens car park (Ferry Lane) commenced this week, as part of our planned programme of works.
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What's Happening?
NHS services available over the Easter weekend
The NHS remains open this bank holiday weekend. If you need medical help, support is available. Find out where to get the assistance you need. Pharmacists can advise you on a range of minor medical issues. Seeing a pharmacist is often the best step for minor health concerns, and they can provide one-to-one confidential conversations. View pharmacies in London open over the Easter bank holiday.
Last Saturday we celebrated the opening of a new pharmacy in Hampton North.
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Photo of the Week
Looking to meet new friends while getting out and about?
Join one of our free, organised group Health Walks of 45-60 minutes that will help you make new connections and boost your physical activity while enjoying our borough's plentiful natural beauty.
Thanks to Jonathan Ward for capturing this photo of the group out last Sunday.
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