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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 3h

The Full Council is meeting tonight (6 October) at York House from 7pm. See what's on the Council's agenda here ➡️ orlo.uk/j5QHu Watch live from 7pm 👉 orlo.uk/rOxuF

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 5h

Kinship Care Week shines a light on the vital role of relatives and friends who step up to raise a child 🫂 If you're a Kinship Carer, support is available. Meet members of our team at events in Bushy Park and Whitton TOMORROW (7 Oct) More info here ⬇️ orlo.uk/Sjmy7

A woman and two children sitting on a sofa, smiling while looking at a tablet together.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 8h

ICYMI: Government reforms would strip Richmond upon Thames of nearly 60% of its core funding - making us the hardest hit of any London borough. Back our campaign for the Government to rethink the plans before 14 October ⬇️ orlo.uk/CpmCb

An aerial view of a leafy London residential neighbourhood with terraced houses, mature trees, and a church spire.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 11h

Find free stop smoking advice, health and blood pressure checks, as well as general health advice at our next health pop-up 🚌 Visit the pop-up at The White House Family Hub in Hampton between 9am and 2.30pm on Tuesday 13 October! More info on what to expect ➡️ orlo.uk/zdy81

Five women smiling for a selfie in front of a health outreach vehicle with the text 'a CHAT today about YOUR HEALTH'.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Local charity space2grieve is expanding its free bereavement support across the borough ☕ Their new Compassionate Cuppa grief café is launching at Whitton Community Centre for anyone in the borough living with loss - no matter when, no matter how. Find out more ⬇️ orlo.uk/yYN90

Two mugs, one yellow and one teal, each featuring a minimalist swan graphic, sitting on a wooden table.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Our Full of Life Fund is supporting local groups to host their own events! This week, you can take part in: 🕺 Zumba Gold ☕ Compassionate cuppa 🎶 Memories and Melodies (dementia friendly) Find more free and low cost events throughout October ⬇️ orlo.uk/xK5oh

A group of people gathered in a garden for a community event, with text promoting the Full of Life Fund October programme.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

You're far more likely to stop smoking for good if you get support 🚭 Drop in to the Civic Centre in Twickenham every Monday from 10am to 3pm to speak to a Stop Smoking Advisor and find an approach that feels right for you! Learn more and find other stop smoking support ⬇️ orlo.uk/tF0uK

A stack of yellow NHS leaflets on a table encouraging people to quit smoking, featuring a smiling woman.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Register for our free email newsletters on the stuff you actually care about 📧 Get info on local news, updates on waste and recycling, live roadworks info and more... Sign up free here ⬇️ orlo.uk/7TAQu

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Government cuts would strip Richmond upon Thames of nearly 60% of its core funding - placing huge pressure on vital services. Back our campaign for the Government to rethink the plans ⬇️ orlo.uk/lVT0o

Aerial view of Richmond Bridge over the River Thames in London, surrounded by lush trees and residential buildings.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Amazing community effort in East Sheen 👏 Annapurna Nepalese Restaurant has raised £2,750 to support the relief efforts in Nepal following devastating landslides and flash floods in the country! Read more here ⬇️ orlo.uk/R7hzm

Five restaurant staff members posing in front of a wooden wall with the sign 'Annapurna', most with fists raised.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Did you know we're home to the world's OLDEST hockey club? Visit Teddington Hockey Club's community day TODAY (3 October) to support an incredible boroug hasset, watch some incredible live sport, enjoy the clubhouse, and find out more on hockey! More info: orlo.uk/zpd2B

A female field hockey team in pink and brown kits celebrating a victory on a pitch in front of a goal.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Richmond Safe Space is there for anyone who needs it every Friday night from 8-11pm. If you're feeling harassed, vulnerable or unsafe on a night out in the town centre, head to the green marquee outside Richmond Station where you'll find friendly faces ready to support you.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We're trying to set a world record for repair at The Fixery next weekend 🏅 Help us the team set the record by bringing your broken items to Grove Gardens Chapel on Saturday 10 October for the London Fixathon! Find out more about what you can bring ⬇️ orlo.uk/QwnXO

Three men working on electronic repairs at a table with tools, a bright desk lamp, and silicone work mats.

A man with a beard and glasses repairs a desk fan at a table covered with a green cloth in front of a religious mosaic.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Two major LBRuT infrastructure projects won prestigious honours at the Institution of Civil Engineers London 2026 Awards this week! 🏆 The Thames Path at Kew won 'Best Project – Asset Resilience' 🏆 Richmond Cycle Hub was named Best Project – Sustainability Learn more ⬇️ orlo.uk/z5UdA

A group of people at a ribbon-cutting ceremony by a river, with a woman in a ceremonial chain preparing to cut the ribbon.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Noticed anything different about Barnes Green? 🪻 The Beverley Brook at the Green is now bursting with healthy new wildlife habitats, new trees and new flowers after river restoration work to boost flood resilience in the area! Find out more about the project ⬇️ orlo.uk/liWHr

Councillors and project staff posing for a group photo at the official opening of the new Beverley Brook route on Barnes Green

the new Beverley Brook route on Barnes Green

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Richmond upon Thames is London's most peaceful place to live 🏆 The title comes after all boroughs were ranked on factors like night-time noise, low crime rate, green spaces and proximity to nightlife!

Aerial view of Richmond Bridge in London at sunset, with a red bus crossing the river and historic buildings on the bank.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

We get around 4.5 MILLION visitors a year here in Richmond 🗺️ A brand-new guide from Visit Richmond puts together the borough's best attractions, hidden gems, town centres and days out for them to visit and enjoy! Learn more on the guide and where to get one ⬇️ orlo.uk/ghj7Q

Councillors and staff posing with copies of the new Visit Richmond guide on the steps of York House

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Richmond's libraries are marking Black History Month with a programme of events for all to experience 📚 Discover powerful stories, experience music and dance, and take part in activities that celebrate the creativity and achievements of Black communities ⬇️ orlo.uk/nqzdf

A bright, spacious library interior with high vaulted ceilings, wooden bookshelves, and 'Quick Choice' book display stands.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Black History Month begins tomorrow 📅 Check out a new FREE exhibition at Orleans House Gallery, Ronald Moody: Sculpting Life, which explores the work of the Jamaican-born sculptor who lived in West London! Find out more about it ⬇️ orlo.uk/N7MqA

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Our Community Ambassadors are passionate about their community, have good listening skills and make a real difference to their local area 🏘️ Find out more about the programme and see if it might suit you ⬇️ orlo.uk/fL5T2

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Learn how to enjoy warmer winters, cooler summers and lower bills in your home 🏡 Watch a recording of our expert-led webinar on solar power and other simple retrofit changes that can save you energy and money! Find it here ⬇️ orlo.uk/YALl1

A white house with dark solar panels installed on its pitched roof under a bright blue sky with white clouds.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Feel more confident managing money and taking positive steps with their finances with free courses 💷 Join us and Crosslight Advice to build confidence with money, managing rising living costs, making the most of your income, and preventing debt problems! Register here ⬇️ orlo.uk/I3i39

A man in a plaid shirt sits at a desk talking to a man in a blue jacket, with a service banner in the background.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

This World Heart Day, make yourself familiar with what to do in a cardiac emergency ❤️ If someone collapses, is unresponsive and is not breathing normally, call 999 immediately and ask for an ambulance. The call handler will help you find and use your nearest AED. Learn more ➡️ orlo.uk/Q3ISV

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Our Full of Life Fund is supporting local groups to host their own events during October! Enjoy a wide variety of free and low cost events ⬇️ orlo.uk/Yo639

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Learn how to save a life ❤️ Join us, the Paul Allen Project and the Richmond Heavies Foundation this Sunday afternoon (4 October), for free Basic Life Support training sessions where you can learn CPR and how to use a defibrillator! Find out more and register ⬇️ orlo.uk/0UOWK

A woman holding an iPAD automated external defibrillator (AED) in front of a brick wall.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

"Our diversity is one of our greatest strengths – and something we should celebrate and protect." Those are the words of Richmond's new Interfaith and Belief Champion, Cllr Maureen Goldthorpe! Find out more about the new role and what it's all about ⬇️ orlo.uk/mQkIv

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

You may be noticing water supply issues this morning ⚠️ Thames Water are investigating a burst water main affecting supply in the KT, SW and TW postcode areas and are working on a fix. Find the latest updates here ➡️ orlo.uk/dF739

A weathered, rectangular Thames Water utility cover embedded in grey asphalt.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Help us shape the future of adult social care 🗣️ By sharing your views, you can play a meaningful role in influencing decisions that will affect local communities and local people. Find out more ⬇️ orlo.uk/QSZvC

A caregiver in a blue cardigan hands a cup of tea to an elderly woman sitting in an armchair.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Need or want to borrow a cargo bike? We've got 50% discount codes to give you easier access 🚲 Get half % off with the code 'LCF2×50' until 31 December! More info ⬇️ orlo.uk/Ys9py

An OurBike cargo e-bike with a black storage box parked on a cobblestone street, with other bicycles in the background.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

ICYMI: Heathrow expansion means "no credible pathway" to Net Zero for the UK ❌ Find out more on what this means ⬇️ orlo.uk/dWLZn

The exterior entrance of Heathrow Terminal 4 with a 'Welcome to Terminal 4' sign hanging above the glass sliding doors.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

The International Week of Deaf People is an opportunity to reflect on how we can better support the deaf community 🧏 Learn six key BSL signs and why BSL is so important to deaf people across the UK from founder of AMB Deaf Accessibility, Feras ⬇️ orlo.uk/mFybW

Feras speaking to camera through BSL signs

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We've launched free training to help hospitality staff tackle spiking and sexual harassment. Created by our Community Safety Team, the online training is designed to help staff prevent, recognise and respond when needed! Find out more and take the training ⬇️ orlo.uk/Gj8A5

A tattooed bartender in a yellow apron reaching for a wine glass from an overhead rack in a pub.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

join Science Owl and Dr Renee for free hands-on workshops for children aged four and above 🧪 Reading meets creativity, imagination and invention at the three sessions in Richmond, Hampton and Ham next month! Find out more and book a spot ⬇️ orlo.uk/u4cRl

A female instructor in a lab coat helps a young student work on an electronic circuit board at a table.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

"We're being hammered by the government and are facing a monumental financial challenge." The Council is warning that government funding changes could wipe out its financial reserves within the next few years. Read more here ⬇️ orlo.uk/7u8U1

A scenic view of the Thames riverside in Richmond at twilight, featuring moored boats, a lit promenade, and dining terraces.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Thank you so much to the hundreds who joined us at the Richmond Cargo Bike Fair last Sunday 💙 We loved taking centre stage as one of five flagship events for the London Cycling Festival, and hope you enjoyed it too! Read more about the Fair ⬇️ orlo.uk/QARB1

Cllr Alexander Ehmann driving Mayor of Richmond Cllr Nancy Baldwin and a small dog in a cargo bike

A young girl smiles while sitting on a stationary bike connected to a blender at an outdoor community event.

A police officer inspects an upside-down bicycle held by a man in a helmet at an outdoor community event.

A young man and woman performing live music on an outdoor stage in front of a glass building decorated with bunting.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Government plans to give developers up to 80% off the Community Infrastructure Levy... This could leave our borough with significantly less money to invest in the infrastructure needed to support new development. Find out more about this ⬇️ orlo.uk/2zdNa

Construction workers standing in front of a multi-storey building covered in scaffolding and blue safety netting.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

There's a bumper agenda for our Finance, Policy and Resources Committee when it meets tonight (24 September). See what's being discussed and tune in to the meeting live from 7pm ➡️ orlo.uk/3kxiY

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Fill your October with something new! From wellbeing activities and creative sessions to social events, there are 18 Full of Life events happening across Richmond for older residents and carers 🧓 Find out what's on offer 👉 orlo.uk/hJZ1T

Three women smiling together in a sunny garden setting, with a shed and trees in the background.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Hear about the current and future climate picture in LBRuT at the next Sustainability Forum on 14 Oct 🌍 Come along to connect with others and learn about how we’re building greener, cooler neighbourhoods, protecting wildlife and preparing for extreme weather! Register here ⬇️ orlo.uk/F9VVX

A narrow stream lined with purple flowers flows through a park towards a row of traditional houses under a cloudy sky.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Supported by one of our Climate Action Microgrants, Repair and Share is returning to Kew 🧵 A friendly team of volunteer repairers will be bringing broken items back to life at St Luke's Church in Kew on Saturday 7 November, from 10.30am to 1.30pm! ℹ️ orlo.uk/VUj7a

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The Council's Planning Committee is meeting at 7pm this evening (23 September) 🏗️ See what's on the agenda and watch the meeting here 👉 orlo.uk/yJIT2

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

HAPPENING TODAY! Join our free webinar from 12.30-1.15pm and learn all about how you can enjoy warm winters, cool summers and lower energy bills ⚡ Find out more and register here ⬇️ orlo.uk/yFyt4

A Vaillant aroTHERM plus air source heat pump unit installed in a residential garden next to a wooden fence.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

4,300+ MORE homes could be pulled into the Government's proposed 'mansion tax' under reported plans to lower the threshold... 🏘️ This would mean 9,200 homes in total would be impacted, taking more money from the borough direct to the Treasury. Learn more ⬇️ orlo.uk/8UJIE

Aerial view of a London residential neighbourhood with terraced houses, a church with a green dome, and tree-lined streets.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The Full Of Life Fair is back for 2026 🙌 Older residents and their carers can join us at Allianz Stadium on October 30 to enjoy a range of stalls and activities and get useful info and advice on services available in the borough. Register now ➡️ orlo.uk/3rjhv

Promotional graphic for the Full of Life Fair on Friday 30 October 2026, 10am-3pm, over a faded event photo.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

ICYMI: Government reforms would strip Richmond upon Thames of nearly 60% of its core funding - making us the hardest hit of any London borough. We're urging residents to back our campaign for the Government to rethink the plans ⬇️ orlo.uk/b1LA1

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

This October, celebrate Black History Month at Orleans House Gallery with Ronald Moody: Sculpting Life, a free exhibition exploring the work of the Jamaican-born sculptor who lived in West London! Find out more here ⬇️ orlo.uk/1NFny

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

It's the first day of Your Community Centre Week 🎉 What better time to explore what is on offer across Richmond upon Thames! There's everything from fitness & wellbeing sessions to social groups and community lunches. They've also got spaces you can hire for private events! orlo.uk/YOFhC

Six volunteers from The Real Junk Food Project at the Cambrian Centre wearing teal aprons stand smiling in front of a fence.

A group of older adults dancing and socialising at ETNA Community Centre.

Two young women vertical splits at the White House Family Hub with colourful mats on the floor.

Children playing on a bouncy castle at a birthday party in a decorated Greenwood Community Centre with tables and balloons.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Do you have questions about insulation, new windows, solar panels or a heat pump? Join our free webinar from 12.30-1.15pm on 23 September to get started and have your biggest questions answered! Register for free ⬇️ orlo.uk/EhzKd

Promotional graphic for a Retrofit Webinar on Wednesday 23 September, featuring expert Russell Smith from Ecofurb.

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Why do you bother recycling your food waste? Leftover food scraps are transformed into bio-fertiliser for farms and green energy for the national grid ⚡ Want to see how? Watch this ⬇️

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Richmond Council @richmondcouncil.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

The Richmond Cargo Bike Fair is back tomorrow ⌛ Join us outside Richmond Station in front of the Richmond Cycle Hub between 11am and 4pm for a day of test rides, live music, family activities, expert advice and more! More info about what's on ⬇️ orlo.uk/JxrPK

A woman and child riding a teal electric tricycle at a sunny outdoor community event with a fire engine in the background.

A sunny outdoor cargo bike exhibition featuring various bikes, branded banners, and families on a grassy field.

A group of people and children posing with cargo bikes at an outdoor community event on a sunny day.

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