Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames in the news
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Tamtam found 20 recent articles about Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames.
- Appeal: Seven-storey block approved despite loss of supported accommodation
A seven-storey residential redevelopment in Kingston was approved on appeal despite concerns over loss of supported accommodation and affordable housing contributions.
- The towns that used to be part of Surrey that have surprisingly been named some of Britain's safest places
Former Surrey towns Sutton, Kingston-upon-Thames, and Richmond rank among Britain's safest places, with Sutton leading and Camden the most dangerous.
- Everything you need to know about Kingston's amazing weekend of events
Kingston hosts a cultural weekend with a large boat flotilla, river races, community festivities, and a carnival celebrating local heritage and diversity.
- Kingston honours John Azah OBE for decades of community service
John Azah OBE was honoured by Kingston for decades of leadership in race equality, community cohesion, and founding the Kingston Carnival.
- Kingston Council to review pension investments over human rights concerns in Palestine and globally
Kingston Council is reviewing its pension investments for ties to companies accused of human rights violations, following a resident petition.
- CQC rates Kingston Council’s adult social care provision as good
The Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames received a 'Good' rating from CQC for adult social care, with strengths in person-centred care and community engagement, but faces challenges in service transitions and waiting times.
- Kingston Council set to ban junk food adverts
Kingston Council will ban adverts for unhealthy food, vaping, and gambling on council properties to address rising obesity and diabetes rates.
- Construction begins on £44.5m Kingston leisure centre
A £44.5 million leisure centre with extensive facilities is under construction in Kingston, set to open in spring 2027.
- Tree-lined Kingston neighbourhood is one of UK’s happiest places to live
Surbiton North in Kingston upon Thames is a highly desirable suburban area known for its green spaces, strong transport links, and vibrant local amenities.
- Royal Borough of Kingston in London to Get New 10km Full Fibre Network
Kingston Council is deploying a 10km full fibre network to enhance digital connectivity and public safety infrastructure by 2026.
- Motorists criticise parking charge hikes
Kingston has raised parking fees sharply to fund transport and road maintenance, causing motorist complaints and limited parking at the new leisure centre.
- Cardo Group buys Breyer roofing business
Cardo Group acquired Breyer's roofing business and its Kingston upon Thames maintenance contract, saving jobs and ensuring service continuity.
- Kingston hikes council tax to remain most expensive borough in London
Kingston Council raised council tax by nearly 5% to cover financial pressures and service demands, keeping it London's priciest borough.
- Road closure outside Surbiton primary school aims to make school journeys safer
A road outside St Matthew’s Primary School in Surbiton will close during rush hours to enhance child safety and reduce traffic under the School Street scheme.
- £105,000 contract awarded by Kingston borough for ‘integration activities’ for asylum seekers
Kingston Council awarded £105,000 for integration activities supporting Afghan asylum seekers from 2023 to 2026.
- New director of public health appointed
Katy Scammell will become the new Director of Public Health for Royal Borough of Kingston in April 2025, bringing extensive experience to enhance community health and wellbeing.
- South London Partnership innovates with Azure & the IoT to protect and better serve its residents
South London Partnership uses Microsoft Azure and IoT sensors to enhance community services and safety across five boroughs in South West London.
- 465 bus timetable change as Kingston Bus Station reopens
Kingston's Cromwell Road Bus Station reopened with improved facilities and a revised 465 bus timetable, enhancing safety, accessibility, and sustainable transport connections.
- Kingston Council reveals limited temporary accommodation options for homeless
Kingston Council faces a shortage of local temporary accommodation for homeless people, relying on external housing and charity partnerships to support them.
- Street Art Safari: Explore Kingston-upon-Thames' Urban Gems
Kingston-upon-Thames features a dynamic self-guided street art tour highlighting local galleries, sculptures, and community artworks.
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