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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 vital 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 as part of the council's expansion of its cost of living support.
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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 -
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 -
Approved: The Royal Borough of Greenwich approves innovative Budget for 2024 to 2025, with the borough’s future in mind
Protecting children's mental health and tackling climate change are just two of the priorities that we are taking on with our annual budget.
Budgets and spending news -
Celebrating female-led businesses in the Royal Borough of Greenwich
To mark International Women’s Day, we spoke to five women leading brilliant businesses in Royal Greenwich to learn more about their jobs and what this year’s theme ‘Inspire Inclusion’ means to them.
Business and licences news -
Healthy living in the Thamesmead superzone – showcasing our Good Food Retail Charter
Through our superzones partnership with the Greater London Authority, we want to create healthier places for children, young people and their families to live, learn and play.
Health and wellbeing news -
West and east Greenwich neighbourhood management project update
We have held two phases of engagement with residents businesses, community groups and schools since October 2022, to help shape proposals for the west and east Greenwich neighbourhood management.
Transport and travel news -
Be Great in Greenwich: 2024 Secondary school offer day
The vast majority of Royal Greenwich students will be heading to a preference secondary school when the new term rolls round in September 2024.
Children, young people and families news -
One step closer for new Kidbrooke special school
Plans for a much-needed new Special Educational Needs (SEN) school have taken a step forward as residents are invited to have their say on proposals.
Children, young people and families news -
Lee neighbourhood area residents vote in favour of new Neighbourhood Plan
On Thursday 15 February residents of the Lee Neighbourhood Area, voted in a local referendum to adopt a new neighbourhood plan which will be used to decide planning applications in the area.
Elections and voting news -
Protecting children's mental health and tackling climate change: Our proposed budget for 2024 to 2025
Protecting and supporting children and young people and tackling the environmental crisis is at the heart of the our new budget proposals for 2024 to 2025 *subject to approval.
Council and elections news -
Are you ready to vote in the next Greater London Authority (GLA) elections?
The next GLA elections are coming up on 2 May 2024 and will be the first borough-wide elections in the Royal Borough of Greenwich to require voter ID. Do you have everything you need to vote?
News and media news -
Leave your message after the tone and shape Our Greenwich
We’re opening Our Greenwich (OG) phone booths to give residents the chance to share their priorities for the borough and shape our upcoming annual plan.
Council and elections news -
Hop aboard the WOW Girls Festival Bus in Woolwich this International Women’s Day
Get inspired in Royal Greenwich this International Women’s Day at the council’s free community event on Friday 8 March.
Events news -
Vote to fund your favourite community project
You now get the chance to vote for three favourite projects which you think will have the biggest impact in your community. Residents’ votes will help decide which projects should receive funding
Planning and building control news -
Make small changes to become more physically active
The Director of Public Health Annual Report aims to help people in Royal Greenwich become more active.
Adult care and health news