Environment
Stories, page 28
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Feasibility Study Underway for Habitat Bank at Neasden Rec Ground Brent Council is exploring the possibility of creating a habitat bank at Neasden Recreation Ground, according to a recent announcement. A feasibility study, funded through...
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West Hendon Playing Fields to Get New Basketball Court and Other Upgrades Barnet Council has announced plans to install a new 3x3 basketball court at West Hendon Playing Fields as part of a phased improvement project.
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Welsh Harp Dam Wall to Undergo Investigatory Works Access to the Welsh Harp, also known as the Brent Reservoir, will be facilitated for the Canal & River Trust and their contractors to conduct tests on the dam wall...
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Tower Hamlets Waste Services See Satisfaction Increase Due to Time-Banded Collections and Improved Efficiency Tower Hamlets residents are reporting increased satisfaction with waste collection, street cleaning, and recycling services, according to the Tower Hamlets Annual Residents'...
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Greenwich Casework Requests Up 14%, Housing & Environment Lead Greenwich casework requests are predicted to rise by 14% this year, a notable increase compared to 2024, according to the Members Casework Performance and Review Monitoring...
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Redbridge Council to Develop New Air Quality Action Plan Redbridge Council is set to develop a new Air Quality Action Plan (2026–2031) with the ambition of meeting World Health Organization (WHO) standards, following a motion passed...
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Hillingdon to Charge Fees for Photography in Parks Hillingdon Council has approved the introduction of fees for non-commercial photography in its parks and green spaces, aiming to generate revenue to offset budget pressures...
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Kingston seeks funding for Fountain Roundabout redesign Kingston Council is seeking funding from Transport for London (TfL) to redesign the Fountain Roundabout in New Malden, aiming to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists....
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Bedfont Lakes Set for Major Upgrade with Lottery Funding Targeted Bedfont Lakes are set for a major upgrade, with Hounslow Council eyeing National Lottery funding to transform the popular green space. The council aims to create a 'visionary'...
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Bedfont Lakes Trust Faces Budget Shortfall Despite Investment Growth, Approves Improvement Plans and Appoints New Leadership The Bedfont Lakes Trust is facing a budget shortfall despite an increase in its investment fund, the Bedfont Lakes Trust Panel heard on Wednesday. The panel met to discuss the...
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Raynes Park Residents Voice Concerns Over Motspur Park Gasholders Development Raynes Park residents have voiced concerns over a proposed development of the Motspur Park Gasholders site, citing potential impacts on local amenities and green spaces. The...
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Colliers Wood Redevelopment Plans Face Scrutiny After 'Red Verdict' Plans to redevelop a vacant car park site south of Britannia Point in Colliers Wood are under increased scrutiny after receiving a 'Red verdict' from the Merton Council Design...
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Victoria Park Cricket Pitch Sparks Safety Concerns Tower Hamlets Council addressed a petition regarding safety concerns surrounding a new cricket square in Victoria Park during a council meeting on Wednesday. The petition,...
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Residents demand safer school routes in Tower Hamlets Tower Hamlets residents are calling for safer routes for children travelling to and from school, citing concerns over road safety and air quality.
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St Mary's Nursing Home Expansion Approved in Streatham Lambeth Council's Planning Applications Committee has approved the expansion of St Mary's Nursing Home in Streatham, which will provide 40 additional bedrooms, bringing the...
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Croydon Council Eyes AI Integration for 'Love Clean Streets' App and Enhanced Waste Management Croydon Council is exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its 'Love Clean Streets' app, potentially improving the efficiency of the service, according to...
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Barnet Considers Borough-Wide Pigeon Feeding Ban Barnet Council is considering implementing a borough-wide ban on pigeon feeding in public spaces, as part of a broader effort to address anti-social behaviour and improve the...
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Richmond Allotment Rents to Rise for Out-of-Borough Residents Richmond Council has approved an increase in allotment rents for residents living outside the borough, effective from 1 October 2026. The decision, impacting non-resident plot...
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Croydon Council to Consider Scrutiny Recommendations Croydon Council is set to review recommendations from its scrutiny committees, covering a range of issues from street cleansing to housing and children's services. The...
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Havering Council to Review Contaminated Land Strategy and Consider Zane's Law Havering Council is set to review its strategy for managing contaminated land, following discussions at a recent council meeting. However, the council's report on Zane's Law...