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Kingston’s ward boundaries to be reviewed for electoral equality
Kingston Council’s ward boundaries are set to be reviewed this year by The Local Government Boundary Commission for England.
Elections, councillors, MPs, MEPs and the London Assembly news -
Council and residents working together for the future of New Malden
An independent report published today outlines recommendations to take forward a redevelopment opportunity to provide new homes at the Cocks Crescent site in New Malden.
Regeneration news -
Plans for new dementia nursing home gather pace
Plans by Kingston Council to build a new 80 bed dementia home in Browns Road, Surbiton are gathering pace.
Adult social care news -
Multi-million pound investment to deliver road safety and environment improvements in Kingston
Kingston Council have announced multi-million pound plans to improve the borough’s road and transport networks over the next 3 years.
Parking, sustainable transport and streets news -
Kingston parking charges set to change to improve air quality
Charges for resident permits, on street parking and in council-owned car parks are set to change.
Parking, sustainable transport and streets news -
Consultation on future SEND services
The council would like to ensure the facts are clear about the recent SEND consultation which was carried out between 13 December 2018 and 20 January 2019.
Children, schools and families news -
Call out for talented musicians and new venues as Kingston launches its exciting music project ‘CirKT’
Kingston has launched its exciting music project ‘CirKT’ and is calling out for talented musicians and music venues to take part in a year long celebration of connecting artists and audiences.
Music groups news -
London Planning Award for SHEDx - Growing Ideas in Tolworth
The Community Brain, Kingston Council, the Greater London Authority, and Heritage Lottery Fund, have won a London Planning Award.
Planning and building control news -
Green light for Kingston and Sutton Councils’ digital future
Kingston and Sutton Councils have announced an exciting new digital strategy that will see both boroughs using technology to improve services, help residents and reduce council costs.
Online services news -
Cycling in Kingston scores well on progress report
A report by Kingston Council has shown that the number of people cycling in the borough has increased significantly in the past 12 months and steadily since 2014.
Parking, sustainable transport and streets news -
Mental health course at Kingston Adult Education is a great success!
A "Practical Ideas for Happier Living" course has been extended permanently after findings have shown significant positive results for adult learners that attended.
Health and wellbeing news -
Exciting Swimathon Ambassador role for Kingston's Sue
Sue Wilson, Adult Education and Junior Activities Manager, The Malden Centre, has been selected as a Swimathon Ambassador; one of only 11 in the country.
Culture, leisure and libraries news -
Nominate your local superstars for a Mayor’s Community Award
Nominations are now open for local heroes who deserve special recognition at the Mayor’s Community Awards in March.
Your neighbourhood, community and safety news -
Council proposes realistic and sustainable budget focused on vulnerable communities
Kingston Council proposes a budget for 2019/20 that focuses resource on those who need it most and what matters to communities.
Council Tax news -
Kingston Council gains High Court injunction for illegal encampments
Kingston Council has gained a temporary High Court injunction to prevent unlawful occupation or encampments or the depositing of waste or fly tipping on public land.
Environment news -
Kingston Council to improve community engagement by taking more decisions at Neighbourhood level
Kingston residents are being given a greater say over the future of their area as more council decisions are to be taken at a local level.
Your neighbourhood, community and safety news -
Kingston residents invited to share their views
Kingston Council are inviting local residents to talk about the council’s priorities and finances.
Your council, democracy and elections news -
New Managing Director of Achieving for Children announced
Ian Dodds, Interim Chief Executive of the award-winning council-owned company, Achieving for Children (AfC), has been appointed as the permanent Managing Director of the company.
Children, schools and families news -
Kingston celebrates first Guildhall wedding of 2019
Congratulations to Spiros Agaliotis Sgompos and Peggy Vosaiti, who were the first couple to get married in Kingston's Guildhall this year.
Births, deaths, marriages and citizenship news -
Christmas message from the Mayor
It's hard to believe that it is already time to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Your Mayor news -
Residents encouraged to continue recycling boost as Christmas bin collection dates released
Kingston residents are being encouraged to continue boosting recycling rates in the borough, following the release of the Christmas and New Year rubbish and recycling collection dates.
Environment and waste news -
Ian Thomas set to become Kingston Council’s permanent Chief Executive
Ian Thomas is being recommended to Full Council tomorrow (11 December), as Kingston’s permanent Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Jobs and careers news -
Brand new trial to see residents visit Kingston’s recycle centre by bike or on foot
Residents will soon be able to access the Household Reuse and Recycling Centre on Villiers Road by bicycle or on foot, following the introduction of a 12-week trial starting on Sunday 9 December.
Environment and waste news -
Kingston Council receives £396,000 to improve the borough’s roads
Kingston Council has received £396,000 from the Department for Transport to improve its roads in 2019/20.
Streets, roads and highways maintenance news -
New Disability Champion for Kingston
Kingston Council has appointed a new Disability Champion to coincide with the International Day of Disabled Persons (3 December).
Care Act 2014 news -
Tolworth cycle route gets green light to Go
Kingston Council has approved the detailed design and construction of the Ewell Road Section of the Kingston to Tolworth cycle route as part of the Go Cycle programme.
Go Programme news -
White Ribbon Day funding boost for victims of domestic abuse
Support for the most vulnerable victims of domestic abuse across Kingston, Richmond, Wandsworth and Merton has been given a boost this White Ribbon Day, thanks to a £483,000 government grant
Domestic and sexual violence news -
Delicatessen in Tolworth fined for food hygiene offences
Violetta Semyonova, owner of SMAK food store, has been fined £500 and ordered to pay £3,300 for council costs after pleading guilty for failing food hygiene standards Lavender Hill Magistrates Court.
Environmental health news -
Clampdown on illegal use of Kingston and Sutton waste and recycling sites
New van and large vehicle scheme at Villiers Road and Kimpton Park Way sites will deter irresponsible traders
Environment and waste news
