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19 August 2025 Quicker and easier every step of the way: Kingston Council launches new website Kingston’s new website launched today (19 August 2025), signalling a major step forward in how the council connects with and supports communities online.
Image caption The Saxons return to Kingston 01 August 2025 Saxons wow crowds in Kingston’s glorious crowning parade Modern day Londoners took a step back in time this weekend to witness a coronation parade for King Athelstan reenacted 1100 years after the first King of a united England was crowned in Kingston in 925 AD.
24 May 2024 Crowds gather for a second year at Kingston’s Efficient Homes Show More than 260 people joined the free event, aimed at helping residents and businesses to improve their properties, cut energy bills, discover renewable technology and work toward a greener future.
22 May 2024 Designs revealed and construction partner on board for new leisure centre in Kingston town centre The council is on track with its revised timetable and has made swift progress to design a new, affordable leisure centre for Kingston town centre.
15 May 2024 Kingston’s new Mayor to champion volunteering and the natural environment Councillor Liz Green has been appointed the 190th Mayor of the Royal Borough of Kingston.
08 May 2024 Delivering affordable new homes for vulnerable residents - progress on Acre Road The council is focused on continuing its work to ensure that Kingston is a fairer place, meaning that every resident is supported when needed throughout their lifetime.
01 May 2024 Kingston Council announces new Executive Directors of Residents and Communities and Corporate Services Kingston Council has confirmed the permanent appointment of two new Executive Directors.
23 February 2023 Kingston Council joins the national effort to pay tribute to Ukraine On Friday 24 February, Kingston Council will join the rest of the UK in a national one-minute silence to pay tribute to the bravery of Ukrainians and mark one year since the invasion of the country.
17 February 2023 A broken toaster, calculator and teddy bear take a trip to the library… A community Repair Café has opened at Kingston Library, helping residents save money, reduce waste and tackle climate change.
14 February 2023 Council cuts herbicide use by almost 80% to help protect Kingston’s biodiversity Kingston Council has achieved a 76% reduction in herbicide use since 2019 by shifting to manual weed management in the borough’s parks and green spaces, and by reducing the amount used on streets.
