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Statement from the Leader in response to Secretary for Education
Statement from the Leader in response to Secretary for Education
Schools news -
What are you willing to do to avert climate change? Have your say now on the draft carbon neutral plan
The threat to our climate is real and it is now indisputable that the changes to our environment are rapid, accelerating and a threat to how we live.
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We've joined pioneering network to tackle homelessness
We have joined the Centre for Homelessness Impact’s new collaborative network, What Works Community, to improve our long-term response to homelessness issues in the borough.
Homelessness news -
Victims to be remembered at virtual Holocaust Memorial Day event
Victims to be remembered at virtual Holocaust Memorial Day event
Parks, leisure and culture news -
80 sustainable council homes approved for Kidbrooke - £750,000 investment in local area
Our Greenwich Builds programme, which will provide 750 new council homes for social rent across the borough, has received another major with the approval of 80 sustainable new homes.
Council homes news -
Statement from Cllr Matt Morrow on food parcels
Statement from Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, Cllr Matt Morrow on food parcels
Education, schools and nurseries news -
An open message from the Mayor of Royal Greenwich
I am writing to you as a resident of our borough facing the enormous challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to all of our doorsteps.
Coronavirus news -
Project Hope: Helping to support our NHS staff
A joint letter from the leaders of the Royal Borough of Greenwich and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust asking residents and local businesses to support NHS staff at this crucial time.
Coronavirus news -
Our commitment to supporting the roll out of COVID-19 vaccines
A letter to Nadhim Zahawi MP, Minister for COVID Vaccine Deployment from the Leader of the Council, Cllr Danny Thorpe
Health and wellbeing news -
Letter to the Secretary of State for Education about early years settings
A letter from the Leader of the Council, Cllr Danny Thorpe, and Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, Cllr Matt Morrow.
Children, young people and families news -
Major incident declared in London due to spread of COVID-19
Statement from the Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Danny Thorpe
Health and wellbeing news -
People and communities pull out all the stops for Greenwich Together for Winter
Ensuring our children receive a healthy meal at this difficult time when so many have been impacted by COVID with loss of income and security for families, has been a key element of the Royal Borough
Children, young people and families news -
Success for Royal Borough of Greenwich campaign to keep primary schools closed
Statement from Cllr Danny Thorpe, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, on New Year school closures and pupil testing
Education, schools and nurseries news -
Statement from the Leader regarding reopening primary schools in Royal Greenwich
Statement from the Leader regarding reopening primary schools in Royal Greenwich
Schools news -
Statement from the Leader regarding Royal Greenwich not included in further restrictions for returning to school
Statement from the Leader regarding Royal Greenwich not included in further restrictions for returning to school.
Schools news -
Mass COVID-19 testing for secondary pupils and staff
Mass COVID-19 testing will be available to secondary school children and staff in the Royal Borough of Greenwich before their return to school in January.
Health and wellbeing news -
Keeping residents COVID-safe this New Year and beyond
During the festive season, extra COVID stewards from the Council have been working with the public to advise on staying safe and following the guidelines.
Coronavirus news -
Have your say on the Council's budget for 2021/22
2020 has seen Council budgets around the country stretched like never before. The Royal Borough - like Councils up and down the country - has been on the frontline of the fight against Covid-19.
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Enchanting Christmas trail lights up Avery Hill Park
Avery Hill Park was transformed into a magical wonderland for Sparkle in the Park this December.
Events news -
Response to the Government's decision on schools
Statement from the Leader of the Council, Cllr Danny Thorpe:
Education, schools and nurseries news -
The Census is coming!
In March 2021, the Census will be here! Not sure what the Census involves? No problem.
Council and elections news -
Flowers, bat boxes and more - we're re-wilding our estates!
By spring 2021, 11 of the Borough’s estates are going to be surrounded by sea of yellow, as 9,000 new daffodil bulbs will be in bloom!
Housing news -
Response to the Government regarding schools
Statement from the Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Danny Thorpe
Schools news -
Update on school closures
Statement from the Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Danny Thorpe
Children, young people and families news -
Could your lockdown story go down in history?
As life returns to its new normal, Cllr Linda Bird, the Mayor of Royal Greenwich, wants to know how lockdown life affected you.
Arts and culture news -
Christmas Opening Times
Everything you need to know about using your local services during the festive season.
Council and elections news -
Help us create a poem for Woolwich ‘Life on the High Street’
Royal Borough of Greenwich has partnered with Poet in the City and RevolYOUtion London to help create a community-led poem that will be turned into a short film and interactive public art installation
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, visits Royal Borough of Greenwich
Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, visited Greenwich Town Centre on Monday 7 December and was welcomed by the Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich Cllr Danny Thorpe.
Business and licences news -
Have your say on the developing plans for the new Woolwich Leisure Centre
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has just launched a consultation to find out from local people what facilities they would like the new Woolwich Leisure Centre to have.
News and media news -
Royal Greenwich Together for Winter
Local community groups, businesses and the Council are working together to provide support for people who might be struggling over the Christmas holiday period (and beyond).
Carers news
Coronavirus COVID-19: Latest updates
Many council services are reduced or disrupted. Check our coronavirus page for the most up-to-date information. Read the latest and sign up for updates.