Community and living news

Hounslow support Mayor Khan’s new scheme to help rough sleepers with mental health needs

Hounslow Council is one of 16 local authorities being part funded by the The Mayor of London

Published 14 October 2019.

Hounslow celebrates social integration as part of Black History Month

Black History Month came to West Thames College this week, as Hounslow Council organised a major event celebrating social integration within the borough.

Published 11 October 2019.

No place for hate in Hounslow! Hate Crime Awareness Week 12 to 19 October 2019

Hounslow Community Safety Partnership is committed to tackling hate crime in all its forms.

Published 11 October 2019.

Fastest drop in smoking rates on over a decade as Stoptober launches

Hounslow’s six drop-in medical clinics are expecting a huge rise in visits in the next month as residents register to take part in this year’s Stoptober

Published 20 September 2019.

Running start for Beat the Street in Hounslow

Beat the Street – the new walking and cycling initiative in Hounslow, was launched today in Osterley Park and got off to a running start with nearly 6,000 residents already signed up this week…

Published 19 September 2019.

Hounslow supports Car Free Day with record number of Play Streets planned for 22 September

This World Car Free Day Londoners can enjoy hundreds of free events and activities for people of all ages and abilities across 20km of traffic-free roads around the City of London.

Published 17 September 2019.

A new way to apply for funding from the council

Hounslow Council is in the process of developing a new way for residents and community groups to apply for funding from the council.

Published 9 September 2019.

Thames Tidefest is this Sunday (8 September)

Anyone near to Chiswick should get themselves down to the Thames at Strand On The Green for Tidefest on Sunday (8 September)

Published 6 September 2019.

Cabinet approves council’s draft response to Heathrow Airport’s expansion plans

Hounslow Council has approved its draft response to the consultation on the expansion of Heathrow.

Published 6 September 2019.

Statement on closure of Hounslow Market

Statement by Cllr Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council.

Published 19 August 2019.

City Hall to open its doors to celebrate European Londoners

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is to welcome Londoners to City Hall next month to celebrate the contribution of Europeans to the capital at a free one-day festival.

Published 8 August 2019.

Bedfont Lane Open Space and potentially poisoned animals

Bedfont Lane Open Space and potentially poisoned animals statement by Cllr Katherine Dunne.

Published 8 August 2019.

Park Road Allotment holders receive six-month extension

Following negotiations between Hounslow Council and the Northumberland Estate, agreement has been reached to extend the Park Road allotment holders leases by six-months until September 2020.

Published 1 August 2019.

New Hounslow group to help those impacted by welfare reforms

The London Borough of Hounslow has held its first meeting with key partners in the borough to work more collaboratively and ultimately help improve welfare reforms.

Published 26 July 2019.

Victims speak out about devastation caused by road trauma during Vision Zero Week

Victims of road collisions are speaking out about the devastation they have experienced, to coincide with Vision Zero Week which runs from 22 – 28 July.

Published 26 July 2019.

The heatwave is here, but don’t forget to keep cool

Most people will be looking forward to this week’s mini heatwave where temperatures are likely to get into the low 30s.

Published 24 July 2019.

New public health duty to tackle serious violence

A new legal duty on public health bodies in England to tackle serious violence, including knife crime, was recently announced by Home Secretary Sajid Javid

Published 23 July 2019.

AccessAble hosts first workshop in Hounslow

AccessAble, the UK’s leading provider of access information to leisure facilities, shops, restaurants, and general places of interest, has held its first workshop in Hounslow House.

Published 23 July 2019.

Joint Services Open Day to be held at Bedfont Lakes this Saturday

Hounslow’s Joint Services Open Day is all set to take place this Saturday, 20 July at the award winning Bedfont Lakes Country Park.

Published 16 July 2019.

Hounslow praises Armed Forces’ contribution

On 28 June, residents, guests and dignitaries joined the Mayor of Hounslow, Councillor Tony Louki and Deputy Mayor Cllr Raghwinder Siddhu at a council event to mark Armed Forces Day 2019.

Published 5 July 2019.

Hounslow junior citizens learn how to stay safe

Around 2,800 pupils from 34 primary schools across Hounslow had the opportunity to learn life skills to enable them to make a valued contribution to their local community.

Published 3 July 2019.

Statement from Hounslow Council on the roll out of childrens' funeral costs

Statement from Hounslow Council on the roll out of childrens' funeral costs.

Published 2 July 2019.

Statement on suspected WW2 bomb in Chiswick

Statement from Councillor Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council on suspected WW2 bomb in Chiswick.

Published 26 June 2019.

New Mooring Byelaws to be introduced in Hounslow

On 18 June Hounslow Borough Council unanimously approved a proposal to introduce Mooring Byelaws in the borough.

Published 25 June 2019.

Hounslow Council supports stronger communities with new Thriving Communities Strategy and streamlined funding pot

On Thursday 20 June the Leader of Hounslow Council, Cllr Steve Curran, launched The Thriving Communities Strategy 2019 – 2023, approved by Cabinet on 19 March.

Published 21 June 2019.

Published 12 June 2019.

New Community Safety and Enforcement service centre opens on Trimmer Walk, Brentford

Councillors and officers convened yesterday morning (Thursday 6 June) for the official opening of the new Hounslow Council Community Safety and Enforcement Service centre on Trimmer Walk in…

Published 7 June 2019.

Published 15 May 2019.

Fire at Lichfield Road

We have been notified of a fire at Lichfield Road in the early hours of Sunday 28 April.

Published 28 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.

Step-free access to many of Hounslow’s stations proceeding at pace!

Many of Hounslow’s stations – Underground and mainline rail are to receive investment to improve accessibility for residents and visitors

Published 15 April 2019.

Enjoy the Boat Race at our family-friendly Fan Park

Come along to The Promenade, Dukes Meadows, Chiswick on 7 April, for lots of fun at The Boat Race Fan Park, 12noon – 5pm.

Published 28 March 2019.

Statement on stabbing in Isleworth

Statement from Cllr Katherine Dunne, Cabinet Member for Communities.

Published 15 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.

It’s No Smoking Day – Let us help you quit

National No Smoking Day takes place today [13 March 2019]

Published 13 March 2019.

Feltham Assembly Hall: Final Submissions

The organisations that put in a bid to take over head leasehold interest for Feltham Assembly Hall have today, 7 March 2019, been advised that none of the submissions were successful.

Published 7 March 2019.

Hounslow receives a share of £50 million investment to create Healthy Streets across London

The Mayor of London and Transport for London (TfL) have announced eleven new successful bids in its multi-million pound Liveable Neighbourhoods programme.

Published 5 March 2019.

Hounslow Council to celebrate International Women’s Day 2019

On Friday 8 March, women from all over the world will celebrate International Women’s Day, an annual celebration which recognises and showcases the achievements of women.

Published 1 March 2019.

Eighty-four per cent of Hounslow residents are satisfied with where they live

Every two years our residents have the chance to tell us what they think of their local area

Published 18 February 2019.

Exiting the EU

A report on how Hounslow Council is preparing for the UKs exit of the European Union was approved by the Cabinet on 12 February 2019.

Published 15 February 2019.

Nominations open for Hounslow Members of Youth Parliament 2019

Young people aged 11 to 18 in Hounslow have the opportunity to enter the world of politics and make a difference as the borough’s Members of Youth Parliament (MYP)

Published 1 February 2019.

Hounslow is proud to support LGBT History Month

Today marks the start of LGBT History Month 2019. To support the event, Hounslow Councillors Katherine Dunne and Richard Eason raise the Rainbow flag.

Published 1 February 2019.

New Chiswick Bridge is now open

Hounslow council is delighted that the new Chiswick Bridge has opened, linking the northern end of Chiswick Business Park to Chiswick Park tube station.

Published 25 January 2019.

Shaping Hounslow for future generations: Local Plan reviews under way

In order to ensure that there are sufficient homes, schools, health provision, jobs, transport infrastructure and green spaces for the future, we must plan for these services now.

Published 11 January 2019.

Community Safety Public Meeting - 6 February 2019

If you live, work in or visit the borough of Hounslow, you are invited to come along to the annual Community Safety Public Meeting.

Published 10 January 2019.

Support for rough sleepers in Hounslow as temperatures drop

In response to the Mayor of London opening emergency shelters across London as temperatures hit zero.

Published 4 January 2019.

Statement on Chiswick High Road stabbing

Statement by Cllr Katherine Dunne, Cabinet Member for Communities and Workforce.

Published 21 December 2018.

London Irish to play at Brentford Community Stadium

Brentford Football Club is delighted to confirm a historic deal has now been agreed for London Irish to move back to the capital.

Published 18 December 2018.

Council introduces new provisions to support staff with premature babies or those who suffer the loss of a child

Hounslow Council is introducing two provisions to support staff who have premature babies or who suffer the loss of a child.

Published 7 December 2018.

Published 7 December 2018.

Hounslow Council's response to Mayor's launch of rough sleeping campaign

Cllr Lily Bath, Cabinet Member for Housing and Social Inclusion, said: Hounslow council is proud to support the launch of the Mayor of London’s new Rough Sleeping Campaign.

Published 6 December 2018.

Hounslow Council’s statement on CB Hounslow United FC

In response to the recent comments on social media relating to CB Hounslow United FC, it is important to clarify the council’s position.

Published 5 December 2018.

New state-of-the-art CCTV command and control hub for Hounslow

Hounslow Council Cabinet has unanimously approved the creation of a new Community Safety and Enforcement Service for the borough, to be located at a refurbished centre at Trimmer Walk, Brentford.

Published 22 November 2018.

Council works in partnership with NatWest on fraud awareness

Hounslow Council has teamed up with Natwest to prevent people in Hounslow falling victim to scams, and to support young people in vital financial education.

Published 20 November 2018.

World Toilet Day 2018: What to do #WhenNatureCalls in Hounslow

On 19 November 2018, we celebrate World Toilet Day, a United Nations international observance day to tackle the global sanitation crisis. This year’s campaign is ‘When Nature…

Published 16 November 2018.

Statement on shooting in Isleworth 14 November

Police were called by the London Ambulance Service at 21:08hrs on Wednesday, 14 November to Holme Court, Isleworth following reports of a shooting.

Published 15 November 2018.

Published 12 November 2018.

Hounslow supports the Mayor’s new Violence Reduction Unit leading an urgent review of homicide and serious violence cases

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan last Friday announced the creation of a new Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) which will lead an urgent review of homicide and the most serious violent incidents.

Published 7 November 2018.

Stay safe this Bonfire Night

Stay safe this Bonfire Night by following advice issued by The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI)

Published 30 October 2018.

Mayor takes action to strengthen London’s Violent Crime Taskforce

The Metropolitan Police Commissioner and the Mayor of London are boosting the fight against violent crime in the capital by adding another 122 officers to the City Hall funded Violent Crime Taskforce

Published 19 September 2018.

Hounslow Council supports London Mayor in skills training investment

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, launched the second round of his Skills for Londoners Capital Fund which is set to benefit thousands of Londoners, including young people not in employment, education

Published 11 September 2018.

Statement from the Leader of Hounslow Council on the Stanley Road Allotments fire

Seventy firefighters and council staff responded to a fire at allotments adjacent to Stanley Road on the afternoon of Saturday 28 July

Published 30 July 2018.

£580K funding window now open for community projects

There’s good news for residents interested in improving their area as Hounslow Council has just opened this year’s round of applications for funding to support community projects across…

Published 27 July 2018.

Hounslow launches new online community guide for residents

Hounslow Council’s community partnerships unit has created an online Community Information Guide (CIG),

Published 27 July 2018.

Temperatures soar as heatwave continues for Hounslow

The Met Office have issued a level 3 heat health watch alert, which means there is a 90 per cent probability of heatwave conditions in London

Published 23 July 2018.

Be ‘water smart’ this summer

With temperatures in London topping 30 degrees this week, Hounslow Council is encouraging residents to consider their water use as water companies work hard to keep taps flowing.

Published 20 July 2018.

Hounslow at Pride in London

The London Borough of Hounslow took part in the Pride in London Parade on Saturday 7 July for the first time.

Published 12 July 2018.

Shoppers urged not to fall for gambling scam on Hounslow High Street

Visitors to High Street, Hounslow, are being warned by Hounslow Council and Hounslow Police that a money-making gambling scam is operating which they should not participate in.

Published 6 July 2018.

Essential maintenance works at Hatton Cemetery to begin imminently

Residents are being advised that access to Hatton Cemetery will be disrupted during a period of essential maintenance works due to run for approximately five weeks.

Published 22 June 2018.

Be at the heart of Pride in London this summer

Residents from Hounslow’s LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans)+ community are being invited to be part of one of the UK’s largest celebration of LGBT+ life – Pride in London.

Published 11 June 2018.

The carnival returns to Hounslow!

Don’t miss the annual ‘Night of Festivals’ 9 – 10 June

Published 31 May 2018.

Statement on the lease for Feltham Assembly Hall

Statement on Feltham Assembly Hall which is a council owned, community facility currently managed by Fusion Lifestyle.

Published 29 March 2018.

Brentford FC’s new stadium ground-breaking ceremony

A ground-breaking ceremony was held yesterday to mark the preparations for the start of construction on the new Brentford Community Stadium and enabling residential development.

Published 20 March 2018.

Mosque beggars warned

Action has been taken against three individuals who have been targeting worshippers outside a mosque in Hounslow.

Published 16 March 2018.

Hounslow Council is prepared as temperatures fall

The council is reminding residents to keep warm and well as temperatures are expected to fall again. The latest forecast predicts low temperatures, snow and ice over the weekend.

Published 16 March 2018.

Hounslow’s hard stance on anti-social behaviour pays off 

A hotspot for anti-social behaviour in the centre of Hounslow has been improved after police carried out a series of raids to catch those responsible following concerns raised by residents and police.

Published 13 March 2018.

Hounslow Council backs campaign to help adults tackle ‘calorie creep’

The ‘One You’ campaign has this week revealed that adults consume on average 200 to 300 more calories than they need each day

Published 13 March 2018.

Power to the people! Hounslow launches crowdfunding platform

Hounslow Council has launched a new crowdfunding platform for community projects called Our Hounslow

Published 7 March 2018.

Help for vulnerable tenants and homeless in Hounslow as temperatures drop

With icy temperatures forecast this week, life on the streets of Hounslow is set to get that bit harder for our vulnerable tenants and the homeless.

Published 1 March 2018.

Travellers moved on in less than a day

A group of travellers who trespassed on council owned land were promptly removed, less than 24 hours after they forced their way into the premises.

Published 22 February 2018.

Council promotes public toilet locations across the borough

Hounslow Council is helping people locate public toilets across the borough as part of a new initiative.

Published 7 February 2018.

Cold snap prompts Public Health England warning

Another cold snap in the capital has prompted Public Health England (PHE) to issue a cold weather alert, urging people to keep warm in this weather and look out for friends, family and neighbours.

Published 7 February 2018.

Hounslow Council pledges £200k to improve cemeteries

The council has committed an extra £200,000 investment over the next 12 months to improve its cemetery service for residents

Published 31 January 2018.

Burst water main affecting W3, W4, W6 and W12 postcodes

Some properties in the Chiswick area are currently experiencing low water pressure or no water supply due to a burst water main in the Hammersmith area

Published 31 January 2018.

Hounslow commemorates Holocaust Memorial Day

The Mayor of Hounslow, Cllr Sue Sampson, led the borough’s tribute to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2018 with a special service yesterday (Monday 29 January).

Published 30 January 2018.

Transformation of Hounslow Town Centre officially commences with ground-breaking ceremony

On Thursday (18 January) the Leader of Hounslow Council, Councillor Steve Curran, officially broke ground at Barratt London’s highly anticipated High Street Quarter development.

Published 23 January 2018.

Bring your local community together and turn your road into a Play Street

Hounslow Council has made it easy for local communities to close residential roads to through traffic so that children can play outside safely

Published 22 January 2018.

Hounslow Council welcomes £15m cash injection to combat knife crime

Hounslow Council has welcomed the announcement from the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, this week that an extra £15million has been allocated in his budget for next year to boost police resources

Published 19 January 2018.

Hounslow Council leads way in White Ribbon campaign

Eliminating violence towards women and girls was the focus for the White Ribbon 16-days of action last month [25 November – 10 December].

Published 2 January 2018.

Burst water main on Chiswick High Road

Thames Water has now completed the repair of the burst water main in Chiswick High Road.

Published 15 December 2017.

Council commits to fund 10 police officers

Funding from Hounslow Council is to ensure an additional one Police Sergeant and nine Constables are in place as part of the drive to ensure the borough is a safe place for residents.

Published 14 December 2017.

Council takes action to tackle anti-social behaviour borough-wide

Hounslow Council has committed to introduce a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) covering the whole borough.

Published 13 December 2017.

History unlocked in Cranford

A Victorian lock up for ‘rogues and villains’ in Hounslow has been unveiled.

Published 7 December 2017.

Hounslow Council Leader acknowledges positive local community relations

Councillor Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council, has expressed his pride that the borough’s residents of different cultures and faiths exist peacefully alongside each other in a community…

Published 30 November 2017.

Council Leader joins forces to urge Prime Minister to guarantee rights of EU citizens in the UK

Council Leader, Cllr Steve Curran, has urged the Prime Minister to immediately guarantee the rights of people originally from other countries in the European Union living in the UK.

Published 29 November 2017.

High Court ends long running legal battle

Hounslow Council has successfully concluded action against the illegal occupation of Council land at Watermans Park.

Published 21 November 2017.

Mayor leads the big countdown as Hounslow gets ready for Christmas

With just six weeks to go until Christmas Day, a touch of sparkle is arriving in Hounslow this week as the first of the festive events takes place in the borough.

Published 13 November 2017.

Hounslow comes together to remember

People gathered outside the Holy Trinity Church, High Street, Hounslow, today (10 November) for the annual Remembrance Service, led by Hounslow Council, honouring the borough’s war dead.

Published 10 November 2017.

Hounslow welcomes Living Wage for residents working at Heathrow Airport

Hounslow Council has welcomed the news that Heathrow Airport has become a Living Wage accredited employer.

Published 8 November 2017.

Hounslow Council reacts to local police service changes announcement

Hounslow Council has expressed a cautious welcome to the announcement of plans for changed policing in the borough

Published 2 November 2017.

Poppies in bloom as Hounslow gets set to remember

Giant poppies are adorning streets throughout Hounslow as the borough gets set to mark this year’s Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday.

Published 1 November 2017.

Burst water main in Bedfont Road, Feltham

Following a burst water main in Bedfont Road, Feltham, early this morning, the water supply was cut off to enable emergency repairs

Published 13 October 2017.

Donations sought for local people in need

Hounslow Council is asking residents and businesses that are able to donate food and basic toiletries to issue to local people in need, to bring it to Hounslow Library at the Civic Centre on Thursday

Published 22 September 2017.

Update on Terrorist incident at Parsons Green

Following the terrorist incident at Parsons Green on Friday 15 September, a 21 year old man was arrested in Hounslow on Saturday 16 September.

Published 18 September 2017.

Statement: Parsons Green Incident - update

Read the latest update from the Leader of the Council, Cllr Steve Curran

Published 16 September 2017.

Hounslow shows off the best of its heritage for Open House weekend

Hounslow shows off the best of its heritage for Open House weekend

Published 15 September 2017.

Get down to the Joint Services Open Day this Saturday!

Families can enjoy a day of fun and activities with Hounslow Council plus local emergency services at the Joint Services Open Day this Saturday, 9 September.

Published 7 September 2017.

Statement on fatal stabbing in Hounslow

Councillor Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council statement:

Published 5 September 2017.

Family fun at the Joint Services Open Day this September

Families can enjoy a day of fun and activities with Hounslow Council plus local emergency services at the Joint Services Open Day on Saturday 9 September.

Published 29 August 2017.

Hounslow on the move to more success with Beat the Street!

Thousands of people are expected to take to the streets of Hounslow once again this autumn, to see who can walk, run or cycle the furthest for Beat the Street

Published 23 August 2017.

Statement: Barcelona and Catalonia terror attacks

A statement from Leader of Hounslow Council, Steve Curran following the Barcelona and Catalonia terror attacks.

Published 18 August 2017.

Hounslow honours the Armed Forces

Residents, guests and dignitaries, including Richard Kornicki CBE, Deputy Lieutenant, joined the Mayor of Hounslow for Armed Forces Day outside the Holy Trinity Church, in High Street, Hounslow.

Published 26 June 2017.

Armed Forces Day service in Hounslow on Monday

Hounslow Council is once again hosting a special event for this year’s Armed Forces Day on Monday 26 June.

Published 22 June 2017.

Statement: Support from councils across London following Grenfell Tower fire

Statement: Support from councils across London following Grenfell Tower fire

Published 19 June 2017.

Statement: Fire at Grenfell Tower, Kensington and Chelsea

Statement from Councillor Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council.

Published 14 June 2017.

Hounslow Council supporting Armed Forces Day

Hounslow Council will once again be hosting a special event for this year’s Armed Forces Day.

Published 12 June 2017.

Statement on incident at Hunter House, Feltham

A statement on incident at Hunter House, Feltham from Leader of the Council, Steve Curran.

Published 5 May 2017.

Freedom of the Borough honour for 'dedicated' Royal British Legion branches

Fanfare and applause was rightly given as the seven local branches of the Royal British Legion [RBL], were given honorary Freedom of the Borough of Hounslow last night [Tuesday]

Published 5 April 2017.

Royal British Legion to be honoured with Freedom of the Borough

The seven dedicated local branches of the Royal British Legion will tonight [Tuesday] be given honorary Freedom of the Borough.

Published 4 April 2017.

Commemorative plaque marks history of Pocahontas in Brentford

Residents are invited to go along and see a memorial plaque in honour of a former famous Hounslow resident, Pocahontas, unveiled in the borough on Monday, 20 March.

Published 17 March 2017.

We're flying the flag for St. Patrick's Day

Happy St. Patrick's Day to all our Irish residents

Published 17 March 2017.

Statement on Willow Close

Statement by Councillor Steve Curran on Willow Close

Published 10 March 2017.

Local food banks here to help

Statement from Leader of Hounslow Council.

Published 10 March 2017.

What's your view on Heathrow? Have your say, Wednesday 15 March

The Government recently announced Heathrow Airport as its preferred scheme for a new runway in the southeast.

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