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Image caption Council shares plans 16 January 2025 Council shares plans for a proposed new children’s home for Kingston A planning application has been submitted for a residential home for up to three children, to provide some of the borough’s most vulnerable young people with a stable, nurturing environment.
15 January 2025 Nominate a local hero for the Mayor’s Community Awards Do you know a community champion? Someone who goes above and beyond to help others, or maybe a trailblazing young volunteer? If you do, now’s your chance to make sure their hard work is recognised.
14 January 2025 Woman banned for life from owning animals following joint investigation A woman has been sentenced to 24 months in prison, suspended for two years, and banned for life from owning animals or applying for licences involving animals.
29 June 2023 Kingston’s youth plant the seeds for a greener future Five projects run by Kingston’s Youth Council have been funded to help inspire climate action among the borough’s younger residents.
27 June 2023 Making buildings retro-fit for a greener future As part of its work to tackle climate change and move toward a carbon neutral future, the council is improving the energy efficiency of the buildings it manages and maintains.
26 June 2023 Church groups “look to the heavens” to tackle climate change and save money Two churches in Surbiton are looking to install solar panels with the help of Kingston Council and the local community group, Transition Town Kingston.
22 June 2023 Scene is set for Kingston International Film Festival 2023 Kingston International Film Festival 2023 launches on Friday 23 June with an exciting three-day programme that has something for everyone.
19 June 2023 Investment in public spaces continues with shortlisted designs for New Malden as part of the London Festival of Architecture Transforming public spaces across the borough to promote health and well-being and increase access to nature are top priorities for Kingston Council.
12 June 2023 Next steps announced for revised leisure and community centre proposals Over the last three months, the council has been working at pace to undertake a thorough review of the new leisure and community centre in Kingston, including the facilities that will be available.
09 June 2023 Council and communities work together to improve cycle routes in Kingston Kingston Council is committed to supporting cycling as an attractive, safe and enjoyable way to travel around the borough.