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Pupils learn how our zero-carbon council homes are built
With 1,750 Greenwich Builds council homes being created across the borough, there’s a lot of construction going on, providing a great opportunity for young people to learn how homes are built.
Council homes news -
We’re lobbying Southeastern to reconsider its timetabling changes
Our Leader Cllr Anthony Okereke and Deputy Leader Cllr Averil Lekau have written to Southeastern to ask it to reconsider its planned changes to rail services through our borough from December.
Parking, transport and streets news -
Parks in the Royal Borough of Greenwich jump 14 places in the Good Parks for London Review for 2022
The Royal Borough of Greenwich have placed 10th in the Good Parks for London 2022 report.
Parks and open spaces news -
Greenwich Young People’s Council are electing new youth councillors
Young people in Royal Greenwich have the chance to try their hand at politics as Greenwich Young People’s Council (GYPC) launches its election for new youth councillors for the upcoming term.
Children, young people and families news -
Free festive fun for the whole family this Christmas at Sparkle in the Park!
The Royal Borough of Greenwich’s annual festive light trail, Sparkle in the Park, is back for a third year this Christmas. And it’s set to take over a brand-new location.
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Help shape Our Greenwich with our new survey
Today, the Royal Borough of Greenwich has launched a special survey to better understand what matters most to people and businesses so we can plan for the future.
Council and elections news -
Thank you to the sons and daughters of our foster carers!
We’re asking residents to join us in saying a massive thank you to the sons and daughters of our foster carers for all the love and compassion they show children in care.
Children, young people and families news -
No place for hate in Royal Greenwich
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is supporting National Hate Crime Awareness week, reminding residents that there is no place for hate in this borough.
Community safety news -
Hats off to the gardeners of Royal Greenwich
Earlier this year, we went on the hunt for the best gardeners in the borough...and the results are in!
Parks and open spaces news -
Royal Greenwich steps up protection of private tenants
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has introduced a new selective licensing scheme.
Housing news -
Exciting programme of cultural events and activities announced for Woolwich
An exciting programme of free events and activities including a drawing workshop, exhibitions and an architecture course has been announced as part of the Woolwich Heritage Action Zone (HAZ).
Events news -
Celebrate and learn about Black History all year round
From quizzes to tours and workshops to interactive exhibitions, the Royal Borough of Greenwich is back with its BH365 (Black History 365) calendar for 2022 to 2023.
Arts and culture news -
Community organisations invited to bid for funding for local improvement projects
The Greenwich Neighbourhood Growth fund is now open for a new round of applications, giving community groups the chance to apply for funding to deliver improvements in their local area.
Grants news -
Planning approval granted for state of the art leisure centre and new homes in Woolwich town centre
Planning permission has been granted unanimously by the Royal Greenwich Planning Board for an impressive new leisure centre, high quality homes, commercial space and a community square in Woolwich.
Parks, leisure and culture news -
Community comes together with the family of Sabina Nessa for a special walk in her memory
Just over a year after Sabina Nessa was murdered while walking through a park in Kidbrooke, her family have organised a special walk of light in her honour.
Community safety news -
Business Awards 2022 Shortlist Announced
The wait is over. Following a tough round of judging, we are excited to reveal the shortlist for the 2022 Best of Royal Greenwich Business Awards.
Business and licences news -
The Royal Borough of Greenwich stands in solidarity with the family of Chris Kaba
The Royal Borough of Greenwich extends its deepest condolences to the family of Chris Kaba following his shocking death last week.
Community safety news -
The Royal Borough of Greenwich asks residents to help decide where to invest up to £85,000 from the Government’s Levelling Up Parks Fund grant
The Royal Borough of Greenwich will be awarded up to £85, 000 of Levelling Up Funding to improve one park or open space within the borough. And we need the help of our residents to decide where to use it.
Parks and open spaces news -
Statement from the Mayor of Royal Greenwich on the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II
The death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II brings great sorrow to myself and the whole of Royal Greenwich.
Deaths news -
Royal Greenwich mourns the death of Queen Elizabeth II
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is devastated by the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, who died peacefully at Balmoral today, Thursday September 8, aged 96.
Council and elections news -
Remembering Sabina Nessa, a year after her death
Saturday 17 September marks one year since Sabina Nessa’s horrific murder in Kidbrooke.
Community safety news -
Greenwich Builds is growing! 1,750 council homes to be created across the borough
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has announced it is expanding its council home-building programme, Greenwich Builds, with a commitment to increase the number of homes being created from 750 to 1,750.
Council homes news -
Drop-in healthcare available again for Horn Park residents
Horn Park residents will once again be able to access drop-in healthcare on their estate as the Source reopens after a six-year closure.
Adult care and health news -
The Royal Borough of Greenwich to update recycling contamination policy from November 2022
From November 2022 the Royal Borough of Greenwich will no longer collect contaminated recycling bins.
Recycling and rubbish news -
Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich joins calls for an immediate freeze on the energy cap
Ofgem’s announcement today that the energy price cap will rise to £3,549 will plunge thousands more families into fuel poverty.
Benefits and financial help news -
The Royal Borough of Greenwich and DG Cities are clamping down on fly-tipping using state-of-the-art cameras
State-of-the-art cameras are being installed on the Barnfield Estate in Plumstead, as part of a council crackdown on illegal rubbish dumping.
Community safety news -
Restaurant and shisha bar prosecuted for loud music
A restaurant and shisha bar in Woolwich has been fined a total of £2,046.05 for late-night noise disturbances.
Community safety and environment news -
Five newly refurbished playgrounds reopen across Royal Greenwich
Five Royal Greenwich playgrounds have been reopened across the borough following extensive refurbishment works.
Parks and open spaces news -
Help shape improvements to Royal Greenwich’s transport network
We’re asking residents, businesses and community groups to share their feedback on our draft Transport Strategy, to help improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of Royal Greenwich’s network.
Transport and travel news -
Grants of up to £10,000 available to help make homes energy efficient and cut costs for eligible residents
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has secured funding to help reduce energy costs for eligible homeowners, by making their homes more energy efficient.
Carbon neutral plan news
