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Construction firm Kier has begun principal works on the Twickenham Riverside regeneration scheme on Twickenham Embankment. The development will deliver 45 new homes, with half affordable, alongside new office and retail units. Enhanced public spaces include reinstated Diamond Jubilee Gardens, native tree plantings, play areas, and improved riverside access.
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A hosepipe ban took effect Thursday in Richmond following record spring heat and rainfall just 40% of normal levels. Thames Water imposed restrictions across its 10.1 million customers to protect supplies through autumn. Residents cannot use hoses for gardens, cars, or paddling pools, but watering cans and rainwater collection remain permitted. Breaches risk £1,000 fines.
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The RFU has submitted a revised planning application for Allianz Stadium in Twickenham to host up to 15 major non-sporting events annually, up from the current three concerts permitted yearly. The application includes traffic, environmental, noise, and economic impact assessments. A decision is expected October 6th.
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Help at Home services Richmond offers practical support when everyday tasks become difficult to manage on your own. The council’s Home Services team steps in with DIY, gardening and housekeeping help, designed for residents who need a reliable hand around the house but may not require full social care. The service targets residents who need…
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If you care for someone in Richmond, the government wants to hear from you about Carer’s Allowance Richmond reforms that could change how the benefit works. A six-week consultation launched this week asks for views on modernising earnings limits and improving support for carers whose income varies from week to week, a situation familiar to…
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Richmond Transport & Commuting
A west London not-for-profit has proposed using autonomous shuttles to restore vehicle crossings on Hammersmith Bridge, closed to motor traffic since 2020 after structural damage. The driverless concept could theoretically reduce commute times for Richmond residents, though the idea remains preliminary without confirmed funding or regulatory approval.
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Visitors to Richmond Park have been warned after being filmed dangerously touching and feeding the 630 wild deer. During rutting season, stags become aggressive and territorial, with antlers causing serious injuries. The Royal Parks urged people to maintain 50 metres distance and never approach the animals.
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