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Statement from Leader on tragic death at Bedfont Lakes

Statement from the Leader of the Council

Published 9 August 2022.

Leader sets out ambitious vision for Hounslow

Hounslow Council held its first Cabinet meeting on 5 July, which endorsed an ambitious plan to make a more thriving, healthier, safer, greener and cleaner borough.

Published 7 July 2022.

5 things you didn’t know about the new Cabinet Member for Children, Learning and Employment

Councillor Lily Bath was recently appointed Cabinet Member for Children, Learning and Employment at Hounslow Council. She was first elected a Councillor in 2006 and represents the Bedfont ward.

Published 24 June 2022.

5 things you probably didn’t know about your new Leader of the Council, Cllr Rajawat.

Councillor Shantanu Rajawat was recently elected Leader of Hounslow Council. He was elected a Councillor in 2010 and represents the Heston West ward.

Published 8 June 2022.

Conservative Councillors Elect New Leader in Hounslow

Members of the Conservative group of councillors at Hounslow Council have elected Councillor Peter Thompson as their leader.

Published 6 June 2022.

Hounslow ushers in a new era as Councillor Rajawat is formally elected as Leader of the Council

Last night, Hounslow Council ushered in a new era as Councillor Shantanu Rajawat was elected as the new Leader of Hounslow Council.

Published 1 June 2022.

Labour retains control of Hounslow Council

The results of the 2022 local elections for Hounslow Council are now available.

Published 3 May 2022.

Have your say - Vote in the local elections on Thursday 5 May

On Thursday 5 May, you will have your chance to elect the councillors that will represent you for the next four years.

Published 28 April 2022.

Can’t get to the polling station to vote? Deadline to apply for a vote by proxy

If you are unable to attend your polling station to vote in the local elections in Hounslow on 5 May 2022, there is still time to apply for a vote by proxy, which allows a named person of your choice.

Published 20 April 2022.

Voters urged to register to have their say in May

Hounslow residents are encouraged to register to vote now to avoid missing the deadline on Thursday 14 April.

Published 1 April 2022.

The voices of 5,000 young people

The Council wants to hear from young people in the borough. Complete the survey for the chance to win a £50 Amazon voucher.

Published 18 March 2022.

Leader of Hounslow Council’s statement in support of the Ukrainian community

Leader of Hounslow Council, Cllr Steve Curran, has made the following statement regarding the situation in Ukraine.

Published 2 March 2022.

Cllr Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council, to stand down in May

The Leader of Hounslow Council, Cllr Steve Curran, announced at Borough Council this evening that due to illness he will not be standing for election on 5th May 2022.

Published 1 March 2022.

Hounslow rolls out the red carpet for Issy les Moulineaux business delegation

French delegation visit Hounslow

Published 23 February 2022.

Storm damage - Hounslow’s parks and green spaces

All the latest updates for Hounslow

Published 18 February 2022.

Ambitious commitment at heart of approach to reducing borough inequality

Hounslow Council have set out an ambitious commitment to tackling hardship and inequality in the borough.

Published 9 February 2022.

Isleworth and Brentford Area Forum returns to Brentford Free Church

The first live, face-to-face Area Forum this year is taking place on Thursday.

Published 8 February 2022.

Hounslow marks Queen's 70 years on the throne

Council Leader Steve Curran and Cllr Katherine Dunne have released a joint statement on Accession Day.

Published 4 February 2022.

Local elections in Hounslow are changing

Ahead of the next local election on 5 May 2022, Hounslow's ward boundaries have changed increasing from 20 to 22, and the total number of councillors who represent the borough from 60 to 62.

Published 2 December 2021.

Marking Remembrance Sunday across the borough

On Remembrance Sunday members of Hounslow Council will be attending Services of Remembrance, organised by the borough’s Royal British Legion branches.

Published 12 November 2021.

Over 4,860 brand new apprenticeships created as Hounslow beats its own 4K target

Hounslow Council surpasses apprenticeship and training opportunity target.

Published 5 November 2021.

New Mayor of Hounslow pledges to support armed forces veterans

Mayor's inaugural dinner raises important funds for Armed Forces charity.

Published 5 November 2021.

Statement on Government Spending Review.

Councillor Shantanu Rajawat, Cabinet Member for Finance and Corporate Services responds to the Spending Review.

Published 29 October 2021.

Councillors excited to hear from residents again as Heston and Cranford area forum returns.

Heston and Cranford Area Forum will take place on Wednesday 20 October at 6.30pm at Hounslow House.

Published 15 October 2021.

Statement from the Leader on the Council's Low Traffic Neighbourhood programme

Statement from the Leader on the Council on the Ombudsman’s final decision around the Low Traffic Neighbourhood programme in Hounslow.

Published 11 October 2021.

Council Leader's furlough fears

The Leader of Hounslow Council Councillor Steve Curran has expressed his serious concerns about the ending of the Government's furlough scheme, which takes effect from today (1st October).

Published 1 October 2021.

Cabinet praises Hounslow Council following prestigious award

Hounslow Council wins 'Workforce Transformation Initiative' award.

Published 24 September 2021.

Hounslow Leader hails local Afghan support effort

Cllr Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council has personally thanked local organisations for their work to support Afghan evacuees in the borough.

Published 1 September 2021.

Hounslow Council tackles digital exclusion by bringing world-class broadband to the borough

Work has begun to bring the fastest broadband speeds in the world to some of the borough’s Council housing.

Published 11 August 2021.

Hounslow Leader issues Violence Summit statement

Following a summit to ensure closer partnerships to drive down violence and provide positive opportunities for young Londoners this summer, Councillor Curran has issued a statement.

Published 26 July 2021.

Hounslow Council recognised as one of the best local authorities in the UK

Hounslow Council has been shortlisted for top prizes at the MJ Achievement Awards which recognise some of the best local authorities in the UK.

Published 26 July 2021.

Play your part: Proposed changes to polling stations for Hounslow’s 2022 elections

The Council is calling on residents to take part in the consultation on the new proposed polling stations/ places to make voting easier and more accessible to all our residents.

Published 9 July 2021.

Have your say on proposals for new Parliamentary constituencies in Hounslow

The Boundary Commission for England (BCE) has published its initial proposals for new parliamentary constituency boundaries.

Published 24 June 2021.

11,000 ‘step up’ by getting vaccinated at Twickenham

Thousands of people stepped up yesterday (Monday 31 May) to get vaccinated at Twickenham Rugby Stadium - the biggest vaccination venue so far for residents of North West London.

Published 1 June 2021.

Hounslow Council by-elections - results

Hounslow Heath and Cranford ward by-election results.

Published 8 May 2021.

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.