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Kingston’s A-level results buck national trend
With the provisional A-level results now in, Kingston Council congratulates its students, who have continued the borough’s record of exceeding national standards.
Education, employment and skills (ages 14 to 19) news -
Nominations open for Kingston’s sporting heroes
Local people are invited to nominate their sporting stars and clubs for special recognition at this year’s Sports Awards.
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A message for Norbiton residents and beyond
From the Leader of Kingston Council, Councillor Liz Green and Chief Superintendent Sally Benatar from the Metropolitan Police.
Safer Kingston news -
Kingston reaches new recycling record
Newly released figures show that over 48% (29,200 tonnes) of Kingston’s waste was recycled or composted in 2017-18, a new record for the borough.
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Apply now for a 'Your Kingston' grant
Local voluntary, community and faith groups in Kingston are invited to apply for a ‘Your Kingston’ grant (second round).
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Get walking this August
Walking can provide enough exercise to maintain a fit and healthy body no matter how old you are.
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Kingston Council one of the first London boroughs to agree a ballot for its estate regeneration
Kingston Council is one of the first London boroughs to agree to hold a resident ballot for its Cambridge Road Estate regeneration project, where it plans to build around 2,000 new homes over the next
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Unplanned lane closure causing traffic delays - latest update
Roadworks at Kingston Station - permanent traffic lights in place and the two lanes will be back up to three by 7am on Friday (27 July) morning, meaning traffic should flow as normal.
About Kingston upon Thames news -
Help prevent grass fires during the heatwave
London Fire Brigade have tackled six times as many large grass fires than the total number attended in 2017. Many of these fires were avoidable.
Your neighbourhood, community and safety news -
Share your views on casinos in Kingston
Kingston Council is asking local people and businesses for their views on the recently-launched consultation on a new gambling policy and if casinos should be allowed to operate within the borough.
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Kingston Council gets to work on getting its finances right
Members approved a number of revisions to the Council’s 2018/19 budget to strengthen the borough’s financial position and reflect the new Administration’s priorities.
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Kingston pupils excel at Key Stage 2
The release of this year’s provisional SAT results show that pupils across the Royal Borough continue to achieve excellent outcomes at Key Stage 2.
Education, schools and nurseries news -
Unauthorised encampment - King George's Recreation in Tolworth.
We are aware of an unauthorised encampment on King George's Recreation in Tolworth.
Your neighbourhood, community and safety news -
Join the celebrations as Woodgate Avenue playground officially re-opens
Join the celebrations at Woodgate Avenue Recreation Ground as the Mayor of Kingston officially re-opens the transformed playground at 11am on Saturday 21 July.
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Kingston celebrates 22-medal haul at London Youth Games
Kingston is celebrating bringing home ten gold, four silver and eight bronze medals from this year’s London Youth Games and finishing 11th overall.
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Annual Learners Festival launches new year of courses at Kingston Adult Education
Local people were invited to come along to a free Learners Festival last week (Thursday 5 July) to discover some of the exciting opportunities Kingston Adult Education has to offer.
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Love Kingston? Love to Ride? Join the cycle revolution
Cycling fever is set to strike Kingston in July, with more Go Cycle routes opening, RideLondon 2018, a swathe of cycle events and the launch of our Love to Ride challenge.
Go cycle news -
Become an Independent Member of The Audit, Governance & Standards Committee
The Audit, Governance & Standards Committee currently has a vacancy for an Independent Member.
Your council, democracy and elections news -
Kingston Council joins declaration to transform its digital services for residents
Kingston Council along with the UK Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government, as well as the Government Digital Service, will be co-publishing the Local Digital Declaration today (4 July)
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Water saving tips from Thames Water
Thames Water is pumping an extra 450 million litres of water into its network to cope with a record surge in demand during the ongoing heatwave.
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Statement: Charlie Adan, the Chief Executive of the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, will be leaving her post on 30 June.
Ms Adan, who was previously Chief Executive of Babergh and Mid Suffolk Councils, was appointed to the role at Kingston two years ago.
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Kingston music students to perform at prestigious London Jazz Club
Two youth ensembles from Kingston will perform at The Hideaway, one of London's most popular jazz clubs, next month (Thursday 12 July).
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Decision to close Murray House
At its meeting on Thursday evening (21 June), the Children’s and Adults Care and Education (CACE) Committee took a decision to close Murray House residential care home.
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Kingston Celebrates Armed Forces Day
Kingston Council is celebrating Armed Forces Week (25 - 30 June), with the Mayor Cllr Thay Thayalan, marking the start of the week by raising a flag at the Coronation Stone outside the Guildhall.
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‘Clearing the Air’ about pollution in Kingston on Clean Air Day
On National Clean Air Day (21 June), Kingston Council will launch its Annual Public Health Report, which this year focuses on the impact poor air quality is having on our health.
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The International Youth Arts Festival - Best of the Fest
The International Youth Arts Festival (IYAF) marks its 10th anniversary this year, and runs at venues across Kingston from 6 - 15 July. Here, we round up 10 highlights.
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New Community Refugee Sponsorship organisation launched to help resettle Syrian families in Kingston
The Kingston Community Refugee Sponsorship (KCRS) organisation, which aims to resettle refugees with support from local groups, was officially launched at All Saints Church last week.
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The Mayor of Kingston announces his chosen charities
The Mayor has announced that he will be supporting Creative Youth, Kingston Samaritans and Kingston Race & Equalities Council during his mayoral year.
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Kingston Council launches free community meeting room in the heart of the town centre
Community groups in Kingston are invited to use a brand new meeting space in the Guildhall for free.
Culture, leisure and libraries news
