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Hounslow Council signs up to Women’s Night Safety Charter

Hounslow Council signs up to the Women's Night Safety Charter.

Published 19 March 2021.

Cabinet Member, Councillor Pritam Grewal who is a Member for Customer Services and Corporate Performance

Hounslow Council lights up Hounslow House to mark Census 2021

Hounslow House will be joining more than a hundred buildings and landmarks across England and Wales by lighting up purple this weekend.

Published 17 March 2021.

Hounslow Council statement in relation to the planned 'Reclaim These Streets' protest

Statement from Cabinet Member for Communities and Climate Emergency, Cllr Katherine Dunne.

Published 12 March 2021.

Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day 2021

International Women’s Day, on Monday 8 March is an annual celebration.

Published 23 February 2021.

UEFA Women's EURO 2022: 500 days to go

The countdown begins towards a record-breaking event coming to Brentford Community Stadium that promises to be the major football tournament of summer 2022.

Published 22 February 2021.

Have your say on exciting plans for major high streets in the borough

Local businesses and those who live and work in the borough are being invited to have their say on exciting town centre plans.

Published 20 February 2021.

Hounslow Leader calls again for Aviation Communities support

Cllr Steve Curran, leader of Hounslow Council, has responded to a report that shows passenger volumes at Heathrow Airport are down by 89% and cargo volume was down 21% in January.

Published 11 February 2021.

Brexit could cost London’s economy £9.5bn a year

A new report that examines the impact of Brexit on the London economy.

Published 10 February 2021.

Hounslow celebrity ‘queer stories’ shared to mark LGBT+ history month

To celebrate Hounslow’s LGBT+ community this year, get ready for two virtual events on the theme of ‘Body, Mind, Spirit’ plus plenty of queer stories from some of our very own stars.

Published 10 February 2021.

Play your part in Census 2021

Hounslow Council is urging residents to take part in the census this year which will be held on 21 March 2021.

Published 26 January 2021.

Taking action in the borough to uphold animal welfare

A warrant was executed at a property in Heston this morning (Thursday 21st January 2021) by Hounslow Animal Control, Animal Protection Services, and the Metropolitan Police.

Published 21 January 2021.

Council funding to deliver digital support for local groups

Hounslow Council has awarded £47,041 to the Ealing and Hounslow Community and Voluntary Sector (CVS) to help local community and voluntary groups build their digital and IT programmes.

Published 7 January 2021.

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Hounslow Council statement on completion of the TfL C-9 cycle lane

Cabinet Member for Transport and One Hounslow, Cllr Hanif Khan on completion of the TfL C-9 cycle lane

Published 22 December 2020.

Applications open for charities and community groups to bid for grants of up to £50k

The Council has launched the third phase of the Thriving Communities: Hounslow Respond Fund.

Published 22 December 2020.

Aviation Communities Taskforce launched at national summit

Hounslow Council has launched a national Aviation Communities Taskforce to garner support for communities across the UK which could be devastated by the downturn in aviation.

Published 27 November 2020.

Exiles come home and join the community to tackle COVID-19

Hounslow Council and London Irish RFC have worked together in lockdown to mark the arrival of the club at their new home in the Borough and to send a covid-19 message to residents and fans alike.

Published 17 November 2020.

Older people being supported by their neightbour with food shopping

Businesses and residents needed to spread joy in Hounslow

Local businesses and residents in Hounslow are being invited to help spread the joy this winter by making a pledge to support their community.

Published 17 November 2020.

A new approach to community engagement

Have your say and be part of the conversation

Published 2 November 2020.

Hounslow Council working with the Met to help enforce Covid-19 rules

London boroughs and the Metropolitan Police have signed up to a partnership agreement to assist in the enforcement of COVID-19 rules.

Published 30 October 2020.

Image of are Cllr Grewal, Cabinet Member for Customer Services & Corporate Performance and Mark Lumley, who is London Borough of Hounslow’s Director of Digital & IT.

First-ever Digital Festival Hounslow kicks off on Monday

Hounslow Council is delighted to launch the first-ever “Digital Festival Hounslow” which kicks off on Monday

Published 30 October 2020.

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Council proposes a new way forward to tackle race inequality

A new report on how to better address race inequalities in Hounslow was discussed at the Council’s Cabinet this week.

Published 23 October 2020.

Say no to Halloween 2020 this year for Hounslow residents

This Halloween, Hounslow Council is making it easier for residents to say 'no thank you'

With COVID-19 Cases continuing to rise in the Borough, the Council is clear that a range of seasonal celebrations need to comply with the Government's new Tier 2 rules.

Published 23 October 2020.

Statement from Cllr Katherine Dunne on the tragic deaths of three people in Brentford

A statement from Cllr Katherine Dunne, Cabinet Member for Communities and Climate Emergency.

Published 6 October 2020.

New round of funding opens to support the voluntary and community sector

Hounslow Council has launched the second phase of the Thriving Communities: Hounslow Respond Fund

Published 17 September 2020.

Statement from Hounslow Council on the community safety strategy

A statement from Cllr Katherine Dunne, Cabinet Member for Communities and Climate Emergency

Published 11 September 2020.

Be part of the pick - Great British September Clean

Hounslow Council has pledged its support for this year’s Great British September Clean, run by Keep Britain Tidy taking place from 11 – 27 September, having been postponed due to Covid-19.

Published 8 September 2020.

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Thank you for helping bring down Covid cases

Message from Cllr Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council

Published 28 August 2020.

Statement from Council’s Director of Public Health following a small increase in the number of positive cases of coronavirus in the borough

Kelly O’Neill, Director of Public Health at Hounslow Council, has commented on the small increase in the number of positive cases of coronavirus in the borough of Hounslow:

Published 11 August 2020.

Message from Hounslow Council Leader for Brentford FC and fans

Message from Hounslow Council Leader

Published 5 August 2020.

Leader of the Council, Steve Curran at Brentford Football Club

Come on you Bees!

Ahead of the game at Wembley this evening, the Leader of the Council, Cllr Steve Curran wishes Brentford FC every success!

Published 4 August 2020.

Council funding helping bring communities together

Hounslow Council has so far awarded £146,000 worth of funding to 18 voluntary organisations and community groups from the Thriving Communities: Hounslow Response Fund.

Published 22 July 2020.

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Organisations come together to lead Hounslow through economic crash

Major organisations from across Hounslow came together to discuss how they can lead the borough through the looming economic crash

Published 9 July 2020.

New pillar 2 data on coronavirus not a cause for concern

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

Published 3 July 2020.

Funding to build resilience for a thriving voluntary and community sector

Hounslow Council has released additional funding to support the voluntary and community sector (VCSE) to create, engage and deliver long term recovery projects to help the residents of the borough.

Published 1 July 2020.

Hounslow Council supports PRIDE

Statement from Hounslow Council on the London Pride parade.

Published 26 June 2020.

Cllr Samia Chaudhary, Cabinet Member for Leisure Services

Council launches taskforce to spark green recovery

A range of exciting ideas to transform Hounslow and make the borough a beacon for the green economy were discussed with the launch of a new taskforce.

Published 26 June 2020.

Council urges residents to share their views on the impact of coronavirus

The Council has launched a survey for residents to have their say on the effect of coronavirus on their lives.

Published 26 June 2020.

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Council funding supports local voluntary and community groups

Hounslow Council has awarded funding to six local charities from the recently launched Thriving Communities: Hounslow Response Fund.

Published 24 June 2020.

Council launches project to commemorate Windrush Generation

Hounslow Council has launched a history project to commemorate the contribution of the Windrush Generation to Britain.

Published 22 June 2020.

Green light for ambitious plan to tackle inequality in Hounslow

Hounslow Council has approved an ambitious plan to reduce inequality, improve the day-to-day lives of the borough’s most vulnerable residents and communities.

Published 12 June 2020.

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Joint statement on protests and improving engagement and representation

Statement from: Cllr Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council, Cllr Lily Bath, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Housing & Social Inclusion, Cllr Katherine Dunne, Cabinet Communities &…

Published 12 June 2020.

Hounslow House lit purple in solidarity with black people around the world

Statement from Councillor Katherine Dunne, Cabinet Member for Communities and Climate Emergency at Hounslow Council.

Published 2 June 2020.

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Shisha Lounge fined £20k for illegal operation

A Hounslow resident has been fined almost £20,000 for illegally operating a shisha lounge from his property on Kingsley Road, Hounslow

Published 15 May 2020.

Brentford FC Community Sports Trust deliver game-changing activity packs to children and young people across Hounslow

Brentford FC Community Sports Trust launched a new community initiative yesterday (7 May 2020) which saw dozens of children receive free activity packs.

Published 7 May 2020.

Hounslow Hub handles 11,000 calls in one month

Hounslow Community Hub has so far handled 11,000 calls and emails as part of the Council’s efforts to ensure the borough’s most vulnerable and isolated residents are cared for.

Published 6 May 2020.

Hounslow Council suspends Thriving Communities Fund for 2020/2021

Hounslow Council has decided to suspend any announcements on awarding local projects a Thriving Community Fund.

Published 4 May 2020.

Foodbank receives high praise from Lord Lieutenant

Hounslow’s Community Foodbox, which provides essential food supplies to the needy all over the borough, received high praise from an unusual source this week.

Published 28 April 2020.

Future secure for rowing in Chiswick

Hounslow Council and Thames Tradesmen’s Rowing Club have reached agreement for TTRC to retain its lease of the Chiswick Boat House and develop its facilities.

Published 28 April 2020.

Staff and volunteers at the Hounslow Community HUub

Hounslow Community Hub tops 1,300 deliveries

The Council’s Community Hub has so far delivered more than 1,300 food parcels to vulnerable residents in urgent need.

Published 17 April 2020.

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Message from Cllr Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council, on the coronavirus

As the impact of the coronavirus continues to increase, Cllr Steve Curran talks about what the Council is doing and how people can help prevent the disease from spreading and protect the vulnerable.

Published 18 March 2020.

Cllr Candice Atherton, Cabinet Member for Social Care

Hounslow Council celebrates Social Prescribing day

NHS Hounslow CCG and Hounslow Council celebrated Social Prescribing day on Thursday 13 March

Published 13 March 2020.

Statement from Hounslow Council re: Heathrow

Statement from Hounslow Council

Published 27 February 2020.

Pictured staff from the polish shop in Hounslow

Polish Shop ready for EU Settlement Status

One of the busiest shops in the borough for Polish people is, not unsurprisingly ‘The Polish Shop’, on the main Hounslow High Street.

Published 20 February 2020.

Image of Patsy Fryer, the winner of the LGBT poem with Cllr Katherine Dunne

NHS worker wins top poetry prize at LGBT+ event

An NHS mental health worker has won the top prize in an LGBT+ Poetry competition run jointly by Hounslow Council and the West Thames College, Isleworth.

Published 14 February 2020.

Cllr Curran and the council officers on theLondon Night Czar

London Night Czar visits Hounslow

London’s Night Czar visited Hounslow to learn more about the night-time challenges and opportunities facing Chiswick and the borough as a whole

Published 12 February 2020.

Keeping Hounslow Safe, Together

We want to hear how safe you feel across the borough of Hounslow – from Bedfont to Chiswick.

Published 3 February 2020.

Hounslow honours Holocaust Memorial Day

Hounslow Council marked Holocaust Memorial Day, a day for remembering those affected by the Holocaust and genocides all over the world

Published 31 January 2020.

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Why Hounslow Council will continue to fly the EU flag

Britain today formally leaves the European Union. However, Hounslow Council will continue to fly the EU flag at Hounslow House. Cllr Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council, explains why.

Published 31 January 2020.

Calling all Poets – come and take part in the LGBT History Month at West Thames College

Do you fancy yourself as the next Derek Walcott, Alice Walker, Oscar Wilde or Alfred Tennyson? Or maybe you are more of a fan of the current LGBT Poet Laureate, Trudy Howson…

Published 8 January 2020.

Statement from Hounslow Council re: incident in Grove Road

Published 20 December 2019.

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Seven boroughs compete to be next London Boroughs of Culture

Seven boroughs from across the capital have been invited to City Hall to present their bid to be the next London Borough of Culture.

Published 19 December 2019.

Tisiha and Elvin from The Green School show their ideas for decorating Brentford Bridge to James Marshall, Susie Johns, and Audrey Douglas.

Green School exhibits artistic ideas for Brentford Bridge

The Brentford Bridge Project has taken on a potentially new arts partner in the shape of The Green School Trust.

Published 16 December 2019.

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Hounslow shortlisted to be London Borough of Culture for 2021

Hounslow Council is delighted to announce that our bid to be London Borough of Culture 2021 has been shortlisted by the Mayor of London.

Published 16 December 2019.

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The Pothole Pledge – One Year On

The Pothole Pledge launched in October 2018 as an invitation to residents to nominate local roads that they felt required attention.

Published 13 December 2019.

Hounslow Friends of Faith statement following knife attack on Friday

Hounslow Friends of Faith Group joins with others in expressing sincere sympathy for all affected by the terrorist knife attack on Friday 29 November on London Bridge.

Published 3 December 2019.

Chiswick resident Pat Davies receives the Freedom of the Borough Award from Cllr Tony Louki, Mayor of Hounslow. With them are the members of the Chiswick Sea Scouts. Pat was a huge supporter of the Scouts for a number of years

Chiswick resident awarded Freedom of the Borough

The London Borough of Hounslow has conferred the Freedom of the Borough on Chiswick resident, Mrs Pat Davies at a special ceremony in Chiswick Town Hall

Published 15 November 2019.

Stefania Horne, and Lee Williams from Hounslow Council along with pupils from Edward Pauling Primary School, reopen Feltham Pond

Fifty fish given new home as Feltham Pond reopens

After six weeks of dredging, cleaning, and refilling with fresh water, Feltham Pond has re-opened thanks to the help of a dozen primary school children from nearby Edward Pauling School.

Published 12 November 2019.

Corporal Gordon Tucker and the miniature diaries

1917 Hounslow diary discovered

Volunteer researchers have located a miniature 1917 pocket diary which describes the life of a mechanic working at Hounslow Aerodrome during World War I.

Published 12 November 2019.

Hounslow asks residents to be courteous to neighbours and be mindful of pets with firework displays

As Halloween and Guy Fawkes Night approach, Hounslow Council is reminding residents to be mindful of their neighbours and their pets when letting off fireworks.

Published 30 October 2019.

Mayor of Hounslow with supporters at the GLA handing in the culture bid

All aboard! Hounslow brings London Borough of Culture bid to City Hall by bus

London Borough of Culture is an award introduced by Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, putting culture at the heart of communities

Published 29 October 2019.

Serious incident in Hounslow High Street

Statement about the serious incident which happened in Hounslow High Street over the weekend

Published 28 October 2019.

Image of Cllr Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council and Deputy Leader, Lily Bath at the StopItBeforeItStarts homelessness campaign launch.

Hounslow Council Plans To Stop Homelessness Before It Starts

The Homelessness – Stop It Before It Starts – campaign sets out to raise awareness of the causes and risks factors that fuel homelessness among residents.

Published 23 October 2019.

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Cabinet approves Hounslow’s Borough of Culture bid while setting in place a new cultural commissioning framework

At a meeting of Hounslow Cabinet on Tuesday 15 October, Hounslow Council unanimously approved a new approach to promoting culture across the borough

Published 16 October 2019.

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.

Cllr Katherine Dunne , along with MPs Ruth Cadbury (left) and Seema Malhotra helping Hounslow’s bid to become London Borough of Culture.

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.

Image of the Mayor of Hounslow, Tony Louki with local school children, ward councillors and deputy leader, Cllr Lily Bath.

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.

Car free day - ReImagine campaign branding

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.

A plane taking off at Heathrow in the twilight.

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.

TfL image - vision zero road trauma victims

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.

Image of Cllr Mel Collins of Hounslow Council, with two of the participants in AccessAble’s workshop: Rina Shah (left) and Dawn Cowley

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.

Image of the mayoral party at Armed Forces Day in Hounslow High Street

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.

Image of pupils listening to a talk from the Police team at Junior Citizenship Week

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.

Image of residents, councillors and partners at the Thriving Communities Strategy Launch.

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.

Water pressure issues in the TW, W and KT postcode areas

We are aware that Thames Water is currently dealing with a burst pipe at their Hampton pumping station, TW12.

Published 12 June 2019.

Image of Cllr Curran and Cllr Dunne officially opening the Trimmer Centre in Brentford.

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.

Hanworth Park House

The council has been working with the owners of Hanworth Park House to develop a workable options to bring it back into use and maintain it for the future.

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 sign inside underground station

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.

#BalanceForBetter the theme for International Women's Day.

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.

Image of European Union And British Flag Pair On A Desk Over Defocused Background.

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.

Image of Cllr Dunne and Cllr Eason raising the Rainbow flag for LGBT Pride month

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.

A group photo of the grand opening of the new Chiswick Bridge at Chiswick Park.

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.

Image of London Irish RFC and Brentford FC players standing outside new Brentford Community Stadium

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.

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 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.

Published 22 November 2018.

Image of magnifying glass highlighting the word fraud.

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.

Image of Councillor Steve Curran, Leader of Hounslow Council at the Museum of Steam and Water.

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.

Council seeks lessee for Feltham Assembly Hall

Following Cabinet approval in July to go out to tender for a Head Lessee to operate Feltham Assembly Hall, the council is now asking for Expressions of Interest from the local community.

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.