Environment
Stories, page 30
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Richmond plans annual cargo bike fair after 2025 success Richmond upon Thames is set to host its annual Cargo Bike Fair, building on the success of the inaugural event held in June 2025. At the fair, residents had the opportunity to...
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Richmond to trial modified cargo bike hangar and expand cargo bike initiatives Richmond upon Thames is set to trial a modified bike hangar that can accommodate one cargo bike and two standard bicycles, as part of a broader effort to promote the use of...
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Redbridge Council Considers Emissions-Based Parking Permits and Carer Permits Redbridge Council is considering the introduction of emissions-based charging for resident and business parking permits as part of its Parking Services Strategy. The council is...
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Sutton's Net Zero Progress Highlighted at Local Committee Meeting Sutton is making strides towards its net zero goals, according to a presentation on Climate Scorecards at the Sutton Local Committee meeting on 6 November 2025. The presentation...
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Sutton Residents Voice Concerns on Housing, Climate at Local Committee Meeting Sutton residents voiced their concerns and posed questions to the Sutton Local Committee at their meeting on 6 November 2025, covering topics ranging from highway parking to...
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Havering to Roll Out Weekly Food Waste Collection by Late 2026 Havering residents can expect weekly food waste collections by late 2026, following a decision made at the Place Overview & Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting on Tuesday 04 November...
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Hounslow Council Raises £1 Million Through Community Bonds for Green Projects Hounslow Council has successfully raised £1 million through its first Community Municipal Investment (CMI), offering residents a chance to invest directly in local green...
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Lewisham and Croydon Approve £4.65M Joint Street Lighting Budget Lewisham Council has approved a £1.675 million budget for street lighting in 2025/26, as part of a larger £4.653 million joint budget with Croydon. The decision was made at the...
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Harrow Trading Standards Enforces New Vape Ban Harrow Trading Standards is cracking down on the sale of single-use vapes, enforcing the new ban that came into effect in June 2025. The move aims to protect young people and...
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Harrow Pension Fund Adopts Net Zero 2050 Target and Approves Responsible Investment Policy Harrow's Pension Fund is set to align with a greener future, adopting a net zero 2050 target for its investment portfolio.
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Croydon and Lewisham to Upgrade Streetlights to LED in 2026, Reducing Carbon Emissions Croydon is set to upgrade its streetlights to LED technology in August 2026, pending legal sign-off, according to a report presented at the Croydon & Lewisham Street Lighting...
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Sutton Council Questions Viridor's Environmental Record Sutton Council has raised concerns about the environmental compliance record of Viridor, the operator of the Beddington Energy Recovery Facility (ERF), during a council meeting...
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Croydon Streetlight CO2 Emissions Down 65% Since 2016 Due to Energy-Efficient Measures Croydon has dramatically reduced its carbon footprint from street lighting, achieving a 65% decrease in CO2 emissions since 2016, according to a report presented at the Croydon...
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Tower Hamlets to Review King George's Field Trust Finances, Fees, and Governance Tower Hamlets Council is set to review the finances of the King George's Field Trust (KGFT), which manages several green spaces and properties in the borough. The board's...
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Mile End Park Fees Could Change in 2025/26 Tower Hamlets Council is considering changes to fees at Mile End Park, potentially taking effect in the 2025/26 municipal year. The King George's Field Charity Board is...
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Greenwich Council to Invest More in Fly-Tipping Enforcement Greenwich Council is set to increase investment in tackling fly-tipping across the borough, following a council meeting on Wednesday 29 October 2025.
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Raynes Park Residents Fight Bakehouse Alcohol Licence Residents of Raynes Park are voicing strong opposition to a new premises licence application by Lockdown Bakehouse, located at 82 Durham Road. The application seeks permission...
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Croydon Appoints Director of Streets and Environment Croydon Council is moving forward with the selection process for a new Director of Streets and Environment. The Appointments & Disciplinary Committee (ADC) conducted interviews...
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Blue Badge Holders to Trial LTN Exemption in Islington Islington Council is set to trial an exemption to its Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) restrictions for Blue Badge holders, aiming to improve accessibility for residents with...
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Wimbledon Forum to Discuss Updated Objectives, Streamlined Procedures, Community Engagement, and Environmental Strategy The Wimbledon Community Forum convened on Thursday, October 23, 2025, to address several key initiatives, including updating its objectives, streamlining procedures, enhancing...