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Hounslow’s new Mayor - former Gurkha and familiar local face

Hounslow Council swore-in its 56th Mayor during the Council’s Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 4, May 2021.

Published 7 May 2021.

Only one week left to register to vote – deadline: 19 April

Hounslow residents who haven’t registered to vote only have one week left to do so, as the deadline is next Monday, 19 April.

Published 12 April 2021.

Published 9 April 2021.

New plan to deliver a fairer, greener and stronger Hounslow

Hounslow Council has launched a new corporate plan which sets out an ambitious vision for the borough, putting residents at the heart of Council services in the context of Covid-19 and beyond.

Published 4 March 2021.

Council approves 2021/22 budget

Hounslow Council’s budget for 2021/22 to protect services and lead Hounslow through recovery was approved at Borough Council last evening.

Published 3 March 2021.

Hounslow Council moves to modernise member allowances

Hounslow Council will meet on March 2 to finalise its delayed response to the 2018 report from the Independent Panel on the Remuneration of Councillors in London.

Published 23 February 2021.

Join Budget Question Time next week and have your say

Residents, local businesses, and community groups will have a chance to quiz Hounslow Council Cabinet members about the Council’s budget proposals during a virtual Question Time event.

Published 18 February 2021.

Council unveils proposed budget plan to protect services and lead Hounslow through recovery

Hounslow Council has unveiled a proposed budget for 2021/22 which will see all services protected and ambitions delivered for the borough to recover fairer, greener and stronger.

Published 2 February 2021.

Full steam ahead to deliver Hounslow’s green recovery

Hounslow Council has unveiled ambitious plans to stimulate the green economy, create jobs and communities of the future, and make Hounslow a carbon neutral borough.

Published 27 January 2021.

India celebrates their 72nd Republic Day on 26 January

India celebrates Republic Day annually on 26 January, and this year the country will celebrate its 72nd Republic Day to mark the day India became a sovereign republic.

Published 26 January 2021.

Statement on Hounslow currently having the highest Covid-19 infection rate

Joint statement from Council Leader Steve Curran, and Kelly O’Neill, Director of Public Health on current covid-19 infection rates in Hounslow.

Published 20 January 2021.

Aviation communities risk further devastation due to closure of travel corridors

Hounslow Council has warned that communities based around airports, which have already endured major economic and social impact due to COVID-19, must not be forgotten as travel corridors close.

Published 18 January 2021.

Care homes to be vaccinated this week

Hounslow Council's Cabinet lead for Adults, Social Care and Health has welcomed news that Hounslow's adult care homes will receive the first stage of COVID-19 vaccinations over coming week.

Published 14 January 2021.

Statement in response to the JCDecaux board on 426 Chiswick High Road

Statement in response to complaints featured on the chiswickw4.com website

Published 21 December 2020.

Hounslow Council Leader reacts to Heathrow Court Decision

Statement from Councillor Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council on the to Heathrow Court Decision

Published 16 December 2020.

Hounslow Aviation Summit takes flight

A national summit is being held to explore the plight of communities which risk being devastated by the downturn in aviation, and to call on government for targeted support.

Published 18 November 2020.

Remembrance Sunday

Hounslow Council Leader Cllr Steve Curran has welcomed plans to commemorate Remembrance Sunday at home and online this year.

Published 6 November 2020.

Hounslow Council is delighted to announce the first ever Digital Festival Hounslow event happening next month

Digital Festival Hounslow takes places Monday 2 November

Published 20 October 2020.

Statement from the Leader of the Council on the recent London lockdown restrictions moving into Tier 2

Statement from the Leader of the Council on the recent Government announcement for London lockdown restrictions moving into Tier 2

Published 15 October 2020.

Council-owned company Coalo shortlisted for ‘best business’ awards

A Council-owned facilities management company has been shortlisted for top business prizes by Hounslow and West London Chambers of Commerce.

Published 1 October 2020.

Stricter measures are needed to slow the spread of coronavirus

Following yesterday’s meeting with London Mayor Sadiq Khan (Monday 21 September), statement from the Leader of the Council, Cllr Steve Curran.

Published 22 September 2020.

Hounslow stands together to support communities through tough months ahead

People from across the London Borough of Hounslow gathered online this week to discuss how to support and empower communities through coronavirus and the looming economic and social impact.

Published 18 September 2020.

Hounslow comes together to support communities through Covid and its major social and economic impact

A major conference hosted by Hounslow Council and its partners will take place online on Monday to discuss the borough's recovery plans in the wake of coronavirus.

Published 10 September 2020.

Cllr Hina Kiani resigns from Hounslow Council

Hina Kiani, one of the councillors for Hounslow Heath Ward, has resigned from the Council with immediate effect.

Published 20 July 2020.

Housing Lead calls on Home Secretary to provide more support for rough sleepers

Letter to Home Secretary: Ending the blight of rough sleeping will only be achieved when everyone who is sleeping rough or who is at imminent risk of doing so can access the support they need.

Published 9 July 2020.

Hounslow not at risk of local lockdown

Statement from Councillor Candice Atterton, Cabinet Member for Adults, Social Care and Health

Published 1 July 2020.

Hounslow House goes green for Grenfell

Cllr Katherine Dunne, Cabinet Member for Communities and Climate Emergency Statement on Grenfell Tower

Published 12 June 2020.

Pandemic cancellations - beware ‘refund vouchers’ and ‘admin’ fees

Consumers who have tickets for cancelled flights, holidays and events must have their legal rights to a refund upheld.

Published 12 June 2020.

Economic impact of coronavirus on Hounslow could be ‘catastrophic’ without urgent action, Council warns

Without a major programme of investment, reform and collaboration the looming economic impact could be “catastrophic” without urgent action, Council warns.

Published 10 June 2020.

Death of former Hounslow Councillor Gopal Dhillon

Hounslow Council is sad to announce the death of former Councillor and Mayor (1999-2000) Gopal Dhillon, and on behalf of the Council sincere condolences are offered to his family and friends.

Published 3 June 2020.

Urgent clarification needed on government's 'completely irresponsible' guidance change on shielded people

Statement from Hounslow Council on government's 'completely irresponsible' guidance change on shielded people

Published 31 May 2020.

Financial measures needed to support communities and boost economies

Cllr Shantau Rajawat, Cabinet Member for Finance and Corporate Services has written to Robert Jenrick MP urging him to take financial measures to support Hounslow’s communities and businesses.

Published 21 May 2020.

Live Q&A with the Leader

Cllr Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council, will be hosting a live Q&A on the Councils response to coronavirus and its impact on the borough.

Published 21 May 2020.

Russell Grant thanks Borough of Hounslow for keeping the Middlesex flag flying

A little known day is being celebrated this week by thousands of residents across the county

Published 15 May 2020.

Message from Council Leader Steve Curran on coronavirus recovery strategy

Leader of the Council, Cllr Steve Curran, makes statement following on from last night’s announcement from the Prime Minister about the Government’s coronavirus recovery strategy.

Published 11 May 2020.

Sad news for Hounslow with death of former councillor

Former Councillor David Mockeridge, who was a Labour Member for Hounslow Heath Ward (which at the time, mostly covered Hounslow West) from 1982 to 1998 has died at home aged 73

Published 1 May 2020.

Annual General Meeting of Hounslow Council has been postponed

The May 2020 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Council has been postponed until May 2021

Published 28 April 2020.

Statement from Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council

Everyone will now be aware that we are in lock down to protect our most vulnerable residents and the NHS from coronavirus

Published 24 March 2020.

Cabinet approves a Digital Strategy 2020-2025 for Hounslow

Hounslow Council unanimously approved a Digital Strategy 2020-2025

Published 18 March 2020.

Statement of Persons Nominated published for Hounslow’s two local by-elections for Feltham North and Heston West wards

The Statement of Persons Nominated has been published for the two by-elections in Feltham North and Heston West wards.

Published 15 November 2019.

Statement of Persons Nominated published for parliamentary constituencies of Brentford and Isleworth and Feltham and Heston

Statement of Persons Nominated published for Hounslow's two parliamentary constituencies

Published 15 November 2019.

London Borough of Hounslow Services of Remembrance

On Remembrance Sunday, members of Hounslow Council will be attending Services of Remembrance at all nine War Memorials in the borough.

Published 6 November 2019.

Hounslow’s ward boundaries set to change following electoral review

Hounslow’s ward boundaries are set to change, following the publication of the independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England’s final recommendations

Published 29 October 2019.

Cabinet Question Time heads to Chiswick

Residents can quiz members of the council’s Cabinet about council services and local matters at the next Cabinet Question Time event, which takes place on Wednesday 16 October.

Published 11 October 2019.

Cabinet Question Time kicks off in Hounslow

Residents have the chance to quiz members of Hounslow Council’s Cabinet about council services and local matters at the next Cabinet Question Time event, which will take place on Tuesday 24…

Published 18 September 2019.

Statement on Hounslow House

Visitors and residents would have noticed repair work being carried out on the exterior of Hounslow House for the last two weeks

Published 5 September 2019.

Published 30 July 2019.

Hounslow calls for volunteers to support Youth Offending Service

Hounslow Council is appealing for volunteers over 18 who live in Hounslow, to help support the Youth Offending Service by representing vulnerable youngsters at Referral Order community panel meetings.

Published 13 June 2019.

Hounslow elects new Mayoral team for 2019-20

Councillor Tony Louki, ward member for Osterley & Spring Grove, has been elected Mayor of Hounslow for the municipal year 2019/20.

Published 22 May 2019.

European Parliamentary Election: 23 May 2019

There is only a week to go until the Election on 23 May 2019.

Published 17 May 2019.

Voting by post? Look out for your postal vote pack

Hounslow voters who requested a postal vote should look out for their postal vote pack, as these are being sent out this week (8 to 15 May 2019).

Published 10 May 2019.

Meet Hounslow’s new Members of Youth Parliament

Two young people from Hounslow have been elected to represent the borough in the UK Youth Parliament.

Published 3 May 2019.

Mayor of London opens new council office, Hounslow House

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, officially opened Hounslow House on Tuesday 30 April, the new council HQ, following the release of the old Civic Centre site for much-needed housing.

Published 30 April 2019.

Just over a week left to register to vote in the European Parliamentary elections – deadline: 7 May 2019

Hounslow residents who haven’t registered to vote in the European Parliamentary elections on 23 May have just over a week less to do so, as the deadline is next Tuesday (7 May 2019)

Published 26 April 2019.

Candidates announced for European Parliamentary Election in May

Hounslow Council has published its Statement of Persons Nominated, giving the names of all candidates who will be standing as a Member for the London Region in the European Parliamentary Election.

Published 25 April 2019.

Statement from the Leader of Hounslow Council on the Sri Lanka attacks

Statement from the Leader of the Council following the tragic events on Sunday (21 April).

Published 24 April 2019.

European Parliamentary elections: 23 May 2019

Elections for the European Parliament will take place on Thursday 23 May 2019. The formal Notice of Election has now been published (Monday 15 April).

Published 17 April 2019.

Hounslow Cabinet approves plans to encourage businesses to engage in social responsibility

Hounslow Council Cabinet last month (19 March), agreed to encourage businesses to engage in corporate social responsibility activities

Published 9 April 2019.

Hounslow Cabinet approves strategy to deliver a cleaner borough

At the Hounslow Council Cabinet meeting on Tuesday evening (19 March), a new plan was approved for improving the borough’s street-scene.

Published 22 March 2019.

Supporting our communities, residents and businesses through Brexit

“The run up to and beyond 29 March 2019 is a period of great uncertainty and anxiety for many people, but I want to reassure everyone that the council is committed to supporting…

Published 18 March 2019.

Statement following New Zealand mosque attacks

Today’s heart-breaking news highlights a tragic, cowardly and savage attack on people wishing to practice their religion in peace in Christchurch, New Zealand,

Published 15 March 2019.

Nominations for Hounslow Members of Youth Parliament extended

The deadline for young people aged 11 to 18 in Hounslow to enter the world of politics and make a difference as the borough’s Members of Youth Parliament (MYP) has been extended to Wednesday 20…

Published 8 March 2019.

Hounslow at MIPIM

Next week, Hounslow Council will attend MIPIM, where the Borough has a unique opportunity to engage with influential leaders from the international property industry.

Published 7 March 2019.

Published 18 February 2019.

Cabinet Question Time heads to Brentford

Residents can quiz members of Hounslow Council’s Cabinet about council services and local matters at the next Cabinet Question Time event, which will take place on Wednesday, 20 February.

Published 12 February 2019.

Political map of Hounslow set to change

The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking local people for their help to draw up a new pattern of council wards across the London Borough of Hounslow.

Published 11 January 2019.

Heston and Cranford residents get the chance to quiz the Cabinet at Question Time

Residents have the chance to quiz members of Hounslow Council’s Cabinet about council services and local matters at the next Cabinet Question Time event, which will take place on Wednesday, 23…

Published 9 January 2019.

Hounslow Council supports London Mayor’s vision to make culture and sport open to all

Hounslow Council supports the Mayor of London’s vision to use culture and sport to transform the lives of Londoners.

Published 19 December 2018.

Cabinet to be quizzed tonight at Feltham Question Time Event

Feltham residents have the chance to quiz members of Hounslow Council’s Cabinet about council services and local matters at the Cabinet Question Time event which takes place this evening.

Published 28 November 2018.

Hounslow Remembers: Mayor attends Services of Remembrance

The Mayor of Hounslow, Cllr Samia Chaudhary, represented Hounslow Council at two Services of Remembrance on Sunday 11 November to mark Armistice Day.

Published 12 November 2018.

Royal British Legion praised for role in Remembrance

Cllr Katherine Dunne, Cabinet Member for Communities and Workforce has thanked the Royal British Legion (RBL) for the fundraising and awareness-raising work they do.

Published 7 November 2018.

Feltham residents to get the opportunity to quiz Hounslow’s Cabinet

Feltham residents have the chance to quiz members of Hounslow Council’s Cabinet about council services and local matters at the next Cabinet Question Time event.

Published 6 November 2018.

Feltham residents to get the opportunity to quiz Hounslow’s Cabinet

Feltham residents have the chance to quiz members of Hounslow Council’s Cabinet about council services and local matters at the next Cabinet Question Time event on Wednesday 28 November.

Published 6 November 2018.

Hounslow Remembers: Councillors to attend Services of Remembrance on Sunday 11 November

The Mayor of Hounslow, Cllr Samia Chaudhary, will be representing Hounslow Council at two Services of Remembrance on Sunday 11 November to mark Armistice Day.

Published 6 November 2018.

Statement from Hounslow Council on former Deputy Lieutenant of Hounslow, Maria Pedro

Following the sad news of the death of Hounslow’s former Deputy Lieutenant, Maria Pedro after a short illness

Published 5 November 2018.

Cabinet Question Time comes to central Hounslow

Residents have the chance to quiz members of Hounslow Council’s Cabinet about council services and local matters at the next Cabinet Question Time event, which will take place on Thursday 25…

Published 10 October 2018.

Public meeting to be held on potential changes to Hounslow ward boundary lines

In July 2018, the independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE) announced it would be undertaking an electoral review of the London Borough of Hounslow.

Published 3 October 2018.

Published 31 August 2018.

Have you responded to the annual canvass yet?

Each year, the council has a duty to check that the right people are registered to vote at every address in the borough.

Published 25 July 2018.

Four-star rating for council website

Hounslow Council's website is one of the best in the country for user experience, according to a national independent survey.

Published 25 July 2018.

Hounslow wishes the NHS a very happy birthday!

Leader of Hounslow Council, Steve Curran wishes the National Health Service (NHS) a Happy 70th Birthday.

Published 5 July 2018.

Time to Get Connected! Hounslow Council launches new email update service

Hounslow Council has just launched its new email notification service in a bid to improve communications with the borough’s residents and stakeholders.

Published 28 June 2018.

Hounslow Council response to MP vote on Heathrow expansion

Statement from Leader of Hounslow Council, Steve Curran

Published 27 June 2018.

Outgoing Hounslow Mayor breaks fundraising record

Former Hounslow Mayor, Councillor Sue Sampson, has broken a fundraising record for her charity work in the borough, raising an incredible £73,975.91, and funds continue to come in.

Published 22 June 2018.

Death of former Councillor James Duffy

Hounslow Council has expressed its condolences to the family and friends of former Councillor James Duffy who died recently.

Published 19 June 2018.

Hounslow Council named in National Audit Office report on handling of Carillion collapse

The National Audit Office (NAO) has today (Thursday 7 June) published a report examining the government’s handling of the collapse of Carillion.

Published 7 June 2018.

Former Councillor Peter Carey dies

Hounslow Council has expressed its condolences to the family and friends of former Councillor Peter Carey who died on Thursday afternoon following a period of poor health.

Published 1 June 2018.

Statement on Hounslow Council Chief Executive

The GLA (Greater London Authority) has announced today that Mary Harpley, Chief Executive of Hounslow Council, has been appointed as their Chief Officer, accountable to the Mayor of London and the Lon

Published 29 May 2018.

Hounslow announces new Mayor and Cabinet

Councillor Samia Chaudhary, ward member for Hanworth, has been elected Mayor of Hounslow for the municipal year 2018/19.

Published 23 May 2018.

Statement on Feltham Assembly Hall from Hounslow Council Chief Executive

On 29 March the Council published details of a decision by the Cabinet Member for Green Policy and Leisure to change the lease and management arrangements for Feltham Assembly Hall.

Published 11 April 2018.

Last call for prospective candidates interested in making a difference

If you’re interested in local issues and are thinking of standing as a councillor, you only have a few days left to submit your nomination.

Published 5 April 2018.

Local Election 2018: Look out for your poll card this week

The local election will take place on Thursday 3 May, and if you have registered to vote, poll cards are now being delivered.

Published 28 March 2018.

Easter Bank Holiday Closure

Hounslow Council’s offices will be closed for the Easter weekend from Friday 30 March to Monday 2 April inclusive.

Published 27 March 2018.

Cabinet Question Time comes to Chiswick

Residents have the chance to quiz members of Hounslow Council’s Cabinet on council services and local matters at the latest question time event on Tuesday 6 March.

Published 23 February 2018.

2018 Elections open for UK Youth Parliament

Hounslow Council is set to find its latest Member of Youth Parliament (MYP).

Published 2 February 2018.

Hounslow Council brings parks and open spaces website in-house from Carillion

Statement from Councillor Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council about the parks and open spaces website being brought in-house.

Published 31 January 2018.

Hounslow Council statement on the involuntary liquidation of Carillion

Statement from Leader of Hounslow Council, Steve Curran.

Published 15 January 2018.

Hounslow Council invests in policing as funding for London falls

Hounslow Council has responded to policing cuts facing London by committing to fund 10 additional police officers.

Published 12 January 2018.

‘Hounslow’s Kind of Magic’ rocks London’s New Year’s Day Parade

A rhapsody of music and theatre, bringing together a bohemian collaboration of residents from across Hounslow.

Published 5 January 2018.

Hounslow Council Leader comments on Government Budget

Hounslow Council Leader, Steve Curran, has expressed disappointment that yesterday’s Budget announcement by the Government will not help the council to address the challenges that the Borough…

Published 23 November 2017.

Cabinet question time event today [Thursday 30 November]

Residents get the chance to quiz members of Hounslow Council’s Cabinet on council services and local matters at the latest question time event.

Published 22 November 2017.

Cabinet question time comes to Isleworth on 30 November

Residents get the chance to quiz members of Hounslow Council’s Cabinet on council services and local matters at the latest question time event on Thursday 30 November.

Published 3 November 2017.

Statement: New York terror attack

Statement from Councillor Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council on the New York terror attack.

Published 1 November 2017.

Statement: London Bridge and Borough Market terror attacks

Our statement on the recent London Bridge and Borough Market terror attacks

Published 4 June 2017.

Published 23 May 2017.

Statement: Manchester terror attack

Our statement on the recent Manchester terror attack

Published 23 May 2017.

Residents turn out in big numbers for Cabinet question time in Heston!

A packed Heston Community Centre was the venue for the latest Cabinet question time event on Thursday.

Published 7 April 2017.

Hounslow welcomes the Mayor of London

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, visited Hounslow today [Thursday] to see how some of Hounslow Council’s ambitions and priorities are coming to life across the borough.

Published 16 March 2017.

Liberata awarded Corporate Services contract by Hounslow Council

Hounslow Council has announced its intention to award a Corporate Services contract to Liberata.

Published 10 March 2017.

Welcome to Hounslow Council's new website

Hounslow Council’s new website has been launched and is now even more customer-friendly for all residents

Published 30 January 2017.

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