Richmond Council

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What counts as fly-tipping and what's the right way to get rid of waste? ♻️

Find out everything you need to know about fly-tipping and how to report it here 👉 https://t.co/YjKYSI1u4K

Together, we can tackle fly-tipping!

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Find out more about the landmark Children’s Commissioner report ⬇️
https://t.co/uMVgPT96HN

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Richmond has been named the fourth best place in England for children to grow up.

That success doesn’t happen by accident. Strong schools, quality local services and thriving communities all play their part.

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We want to keep delivering the high standards Richmond residents expect, but significant funding cuts put that at risk. Richmond deserves a fairer deal from government so we can continue investing in our children, families and communities.

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Do you know someone making a difference through sport in Richmond and helping people move more?

Nominate them for the first ever Richmond Moves Awards! 🏆

Learn more about the available categories and nominate here ⬇️
https://t.co/xXEPae7Y88

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Join us on Tue 27 Oct for an inspiring evening of conversation and connection celebrating African-Caribbean voices in Richmond 🗣️

The evening will feature a panel discussion with local voices who'll share their unique stories!

Learn more and book ⬇️
https://t.co/jwNiE5hRYb

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Several premises all around the borough have become registered Safe Havens

These providing places of temporary safety and support for anyone in their area!

Learn more about them, where they are and what they're able to offer ⬇️
https://t.co/pMU07ACQbj

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Lots of climate-conscious locals came together last week for the latest Richmond Sustainability Forum 🌍

There they discussed how we can better prepare for, respond to, and recover from the impacts of climate change.

Read more ⬇️
https://t.co/dUz4hEoc77

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Richmond Town Centre belongs to the people who live, work and spend time here.

Now, a new online engagement hub is making it easier to help shape its future 🗣️

Find out more here ⬇️
https://t.co/2MNozRQGD6

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Marble Hill Park used one of our Climate Action Microgrants to create a dead hedge and make a new wildlife corner in a quiet area of the park 🦡

Apply for your own Climate Action Microgrant of £100 to £500 by Friday 30 October ⬇️
https://t.co/VwYc3GcxBW

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Over £30k has been raised in just six weeks thanks to your generosity and community spirit 🙌

The Richmond Voluntary Fund is open to support local charities helping young children develop confidence, communication skills and wellbeing!

Find out more ⬇️
https://t.co/LUKxD76vDi

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There are three more fantastic Full of Life Fund events for older people to enjoy taking place this week:

🕯️ Candle making workshop
🎶 The Joy of Music session
☔ Dementia Friendly Screening of ‘Singing in the Rain’

Find out more ⬇️
https://t.co/i1yvHzK8zB

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We're uniquely positioned for enjoying the river, but we're also uniquely threatened by it.

How can a school playground or a community centre help manage flood risk?

Find out how greener spaces can help tackle flooding ⬇️
https://t.co/BXpYjwl8zO

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Join us on WhatsApp 📲

Whether you live, work, study, or visit the borough, you can now receive the latest news, key service updates, and urgent alerts directly on your phone!

Sign up to our free WhatsApp channel here ⬇️
https://t.co/m9MtAl3qY0

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Did you know we'll have a specialist Dementia Hub at the Full of Life Fair on 30 October? 🧠

We'll have drop-in sessions throughout the day to learn about preventing, living with, and caring for someone who has dementia.

Find out more ⬇️
https://t.co/KcObRGBqya

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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!

Find out more and take the training ⬇️
https://t.co/N7kfYqI5xV

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Councillor Maureen Goldthorpe, Richmond's new Interfaith and Belief Champion, shares her vision for strengthening connections between residents, faith communities, voluntary sector organisations, local groups and partner agencies across the borough 📽️

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Fly-tippers will be facing fines of up to £50,000 soon 🗑️

Find out more on how we're fighting fly-tippers who trash our borough ⬇️
https://t.co/ZVEuEoWpMy

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Twickenham’s Christmas shopping weekend returns  on 5 and 6 December 🎁

Meet over 40 independent artists, markers, artisans and designers and learn about the stories behind their creative and exciting products!

Find out more ⬇️
https://t.co/khrGVkJb1g

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How did the extreme heat of summer 2026 affect you? ☀️

Take part in an online survey and an in-person workshop to help shape a more climate-resilient borough ⬇️
https://t.co/EUqGO38xWk