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Council pays tribute to Councillor John Hills
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is saddened to learn of the passing of Councillor John Hills, Conservative Councillor for Mottingham, Coldharbour and New Eltham ward.
Councillors and elected officials news -
Thousands of pounds worth of illegal tobacco products and vapes seized from local shops
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has seized thousands of pounds worth of illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes from two shops in Plumstead.
Community safety and environment news -
Support for night-time workers in Greenwich
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has published a new Night Worker Handbook, which provides a directory of support for all residents and people who work in the borough during the evening and night-time.
Business and licences news -
Celebrating Stephen Lawrence’s life
Artwork created by local school children and inspired by the legacy of Stephen Lawrence is now on display at Woolwich Works as schools across Royal Greenwich marked Stephen Lawrence Day.
Children, young people and families news -
Tenants protected from landlord’s unfair trading
A landlord unfairly profiting from properties in Royal Greenwich has been fined a total of £5,825.27.
Housing news -
Overwhelming majority of children offered a preferred primary school for 2024
Thousands of local young people will be joining Greenwich primary schools in September as school offers are sent out to families ready for the new school year.
Children, young people and families news -
Call for potential development sites for our new Local Plan
As part of the development for the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s new Local Plan we are asking interested parties to put forward suitable sites for development.
Planning policy and strategy news -
Under-occupying tenants to be offered more incentives to downsize to smaller homes
A range of new and improved incentives to help under-occupying tenants downsize to a smaller home that meets their current housing needs were agreed at a Cabinet meeting on 13 March.
Council homes news -
The Eltham Centre’s, something old and something new
One of London’s most unique attributes is its ability to bring the old and new together and the Eltham Centre is no exception with the recent installation of historic stained-glass windows from 1939.
Parks, leisure and culture news -
Free led cycle rides around the borough
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is partnering with Eager Cycle Coaching to offer a series of free themed cycle rides in the months of April, May and June 2024.
Cycling news -
Have your say: Improving community engagement throughout the planning process
We’re consulting on two key documents which outline how the council and developers will include community voices throughout the planning and development process.
Planning and building control news -
Launch of All Zones Permit system and Vehicle Drive Away
Royal Greenwich is launching an all zones permit system, from 19 March 2024. This approach streamlines parking for businesses and visitors, making it easier to park anywhere in the borough.
Parking and permits news -
Statement on unauthorised advert in Greenwich Town Centre
Statement on unauthorised advert in Greenwich Town Centre
Planning and building control news -
We're opening a new Universal Credit Managed Migration advice hub and extending cost of living support
Residents struggling with the switch to Universal Credit will be able to access new in-person advice at the Woolwich Centre.
News and media news -
We've launched a Co-operative Commission to help shape the future of collaboration
We are proud to announce the launch of our Co-operative Commission, a pivotal initiative aimed at shaping the future of co-operative collaboration within the borough.
News and media news -
Improving our homes: £430 million investment to transform council homes
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has announced its biggest investment in council homes for a generation – as part of a £430 million capital repairs programme.
Council homes news -
Build your career in construction
Aged 19 or over? You can now sign up for the free Greenwich Local Labour into Construction (GLLiC) pre-apprenticeship training scheme.
Jobs, training and volunteering news -
Tenants move into new Woolwich council homes
Delighted tenants have moved into a new development of 33 council homes in Woolwich.
Council homes news -
We've received a £6,000 grant to boost digital inclusion
Residents struggling with digital skills and access will be supported through a new pilot scheme being run by the Royal Borough of Greenwich in partnership with Good Things Foundation.
News and media news -
Free holiday club places with Holiday Food and Fun this Easter
Kids can get free holiday club places over the Easter break as Holiday Food and Fun returns in Royal Greenwich.
Children, young people and families news -
Royal Borough of Greenwich pioneers new free Emotional Wellbeing Hubs in schools to tackle the children’s mental health crisis
Despite unprecedented challenges to council finances, the Royal Borough of Greenwich is launching eight new pioneering Emotional Wellbeing Hubs in schools.
Children, young people and families news -
Council invites local people to help shape improvements to Arnott Close and Leslie Smith Square
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is improving the public, outdoor spaces at shopping parades Arnott Close in Thamesmead and Leslie Smith Square in Woolwich.
Business and licences news -
Have your say on using assistive technology to help deliver care
We have launched a public consultation to gather views on the implementation of a new Assistive Technology Enabled Care service.
Adult care and health news -
Ernest Dence Estate: a new approach to low-carbon heating
As part of our mission to tackle the climate crisis and in line with our commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030, a plaque marks the installation of a water-source heat pump on Ernest Dence Estate.
Council homes news -
Royal Greenwich is cracking down on mobile phone thefts
The Royal Borough of Greenwich and local police are cracking down on mobile phone thefts, after catching multiple serial phone thieves over the past couple of months.
Community safety and environment news -
Directory site revamp to improve access to support services
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is making it easier to find and access support for adults and older people.
Adult care and health news -
The Royal Borough of Greenwich receives Mayor of London’s Cultural Impact Award
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is set to make a big impact in 2026.
Arts and culture news -
The council celebrates local heroes at the Civic Awards 2024
The council recognised 40 exceptional local people and organisations with Civic Awards, for their outstanding contributions to Royal Greenwich.
Events news -
Government Spring Budget continues to squeeze local councils during times of crisis
The Royal Borough of Greenwich acknowledges the government's efforts in the Spring Budget 2024, particularly the extension of the Household Support Fund.
News and media news -
One in 10 new Greenwich Council homes are designed for people with a disability
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is building 1,750 new council homes, one in 10 of which is adapted for people living with a disability.
Council homes news