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London Borough of Richmond

15 stories · discussed at 2 council meetings · 3 councils

Richmond Council is currently focusing on shared leadership and advancing its transport and environmental strategies.

The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is sharing a Chief Executive with Wandsworth Council, with Ms. Anna Popovici appointed to the joint role in July 2026 to achieve cost-savings and leverage her experience. In March 2026, the council's Planning Committee approved a car-free development at Clifford House, and its Transport and Air Quality Committee discussed plans to install up to 40 new bike hangars.

Richmond Council also unveiled its Transport Strategy 2040 in March 2026, aiming to reshape the borough's transport network with a focus on active travel and emissions reduction. In February 2026, the Finance, Policy and Resources Committee approved a £303.2 million capital investment plan for 2025/26 to 2030/31, financed through borrowing, grants, and other contributions.

The council's Finance, Policy and Resources Committee added the development of an Accommodation Business Improvement District (BID) and a review of Social Value in Procurement to its work programme in February 2026. Earlier, in September 2025, Richmond upon Thames was awarded £7 million from the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme for green projects.

Key facts

  1. Ms. Anna Popovici was appointed shared Chief Executive for Richmond and Wandsworth councils in July 2026. Source
  2. Richmond upon Thames Council's Planning Committee approved a car-free development at Clifford House in March 2026. Source
  3. Richmond Council approved a £303.2 million capital investment plan for 2025/26 to 2030/31 in February 2026. Source
  4. Richmond upon Thames was awarded £7 million for green projects from the PSDS in September 2025. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Latest stories

  1. Anna Popovici appointed as shared Chief Executive for Wandsworth and Richmond councils Wandsworth Council has appointed Ms. Anna Popovici as its new Chief Executive, a role she will share with the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The appointment, confirmed... Wandsworth 24 July 2026
  2. Clifford House scheme to be car-free, except for disabled A controversial plan to increase the number of homes at Clifford House has been approved, with the development now set to be car-free, except for disabled parking. Richmond upon Thames 20 March 2026
  3. Car club bays to be repurposed Richmond upon Thames Council is set to repurpose disused car club bays across the borough, with potential new uses including cargo bike parking and e-bike/e-scooter bays. Richmond upon Thames 17 March 2026
  4. Richmond Council to Approve 40 New Bike Hangars to Expand Cycle Parking Richmond Council is set to approve the installation of up to 40 new bike hangars across the borough as part of an ongoing effort to expand cycle parking facilities. The decision... Richmond upon Thames 17 March 2026
  5. Richmond Council to make St James Catholic Primary School Street permanent and amend Sheen Mount Primary School Street times Richmond upon Thames Council is continuing to expand its School Streets programme, with plans to make Phase 4 permanent and provide updates on Phases 5 and 6. The initiative,... Richmond upon Thames 17 March 2026
  6. Hampton Court Road safety upgrades planned Richmond upon Thames Council is planning safety upgrades for Hampton Court Road, aiming to enhance cycle facilities and pedestrian crossings. The proposals, part of Phase 1 of... Richmond upon Thames 17 March 2026
  7. Richmond Council Launches Transport Strategy 2040 with Focus on Active Travel and Emissions Reduction Richmond Council has unveiled an ambitious Transport Strategy 2040, aiming to reshape the borough's transport network over the next two decades. The strategy, developed... Richmond upon Thames 17 March 2026
  8. Richmond Council Updates Treasury Management Strategy Amid Falling Interest Rates Richmond upon Thames Council has updated its treasury management strategy to reflect the anticipated impact of falling interest rates on investment returns. The Finance, Policy... Richmond upon Thames 14 February 2026