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Tell us your views on our plans to create a new conservation area in Woolwich
We plan to create a new conservation area in Woolwich town centre and for a number of buildings in the area to be added to the local heritage list.
Conservation areas and listed buildings news -
Royal Greenwich to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
Residents are invited to remember those who suffered during the Holocaust and in subsequent genocides around the world at a commemoration ceremony as part of International Holocaust Memorial Day.
Events news -
Save your Energy!
Don’t pile on the pounds, save them! That’s the message during Big Energy Saving Week (21-27 January).
Community safety and environment news -
Restaurant banned from selling alcohol due to late night noise
A Greenwich restaurant can no longer serve alcohol after repeatedly staying open late and keeping neighbours awake.
Housing news -
E-Z Cycle electric bike loan scheme - not just for cyclists, it's for everyone!
You can now borrow an e-bike for only £10 a month, as part of a scheme to improve air quality and get people active.
Parking, transport and streets news -
Goodbye Greenwich one-way system? Your views are needed!
Local people are being asked how to make Greenwich town centre less congested, safer for pedestrians and cyclists, and more efficient for business deliveries.
Parking, transport and streets news -
Name and fame your Civic hero
Nominations are now open for our Civic Awards recognising those making a difference to others.
Council and elections news -
Banned from selling booze: two licences revoked over anti-social behaviour
A restaurant and a supermarket have both had their alcohol licences revoked due to concerns around anti-social behaviour and violence.
Community safety and environment news -
Illegal subletting costs salon owner £42,000
A tenant found guilty of subletting her three-bedroom council flat in Plumstead has been ordered to pay a £42,000 fine.
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Meet, play, love
January goes hand-in-hand with health kicks, setting goals and trying new things. We've rounded up some of the most common New Year's resolutions and how we can help you keep them.
News and media news -
Joint initiative helps clean up our borough
Joint working between the Council and Peabody has strengthened our efforts to clean up the borough.
Community safety and environment news -
Vote for your favourite community project
The public vote is now open for the Greenwich Neighbourhood Growth Fund.
Regeneration news -
Tis the season to stay safe
It's a time of Christmas cheer but the festive season is also prime time for burglars. The Royal Borough's Safer Communities team have come up with some top tips on keeping the Christmas spirit alive.
Community safety and environment news -
Statement on the John Roan School
Statement from Cllr David Gardner, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Children's Services and Schools
Education, schools and nurseries news -
Man banned for extreme anti-social behaviour
A man has been banned from a Council property in Woolwich for an additional three months after breaking his tenancy contract through extreme anti-social behaviour.
Community safety and environment news -
Thousands of pounds available for Woolwich Estates community projects
A grants scheme for park improvements, community gardens, events and more on Woolwich estates is inviting bids.
Housing news -
Your views needed on Quietway walking and cycling plans in Greenwich
We want residents and businesses to tell us their views on a walking, cycling and public realm scheme at the junction of Greenwich South Street, Blissett Street, and Devonshire Drive.
Parking, transport and streets news -
Have yourself a Merry Recycled Christmas
Tis the season to be recycling once Santa's been and gone, along with the festive food and drink.
Recycling and rubbish news -
Christmas Opening Times
Everything you need to know about using your local services during the festive season.
Council and elections news -
Serial fly-tipper prosecuted
A serial fly-tipper has been landed with community service and a £2,000 bill for costs after being prosecuted by the Council.
Parking, transport and streets news -
Top marks for pupils in TfL awards
Three schools in the borough have proved themselves first class by scooping trophies in TfL's STARS Top School Awards.
Education, schools and nurseries news -
Debbie Warren announced Chief Executive of Royal Greenwich
Debbie Warren has been appointed permanent Chief Executive of Royal Greenwich following a rigorous recruitment process and agreement at full Council last night.
Council and elections news -
Faith leaders unite to fight knife crime in the Royal Borough
Faith leaders joined together at the recent Stronger Together conference to find ways to tackle rising knife crime.
Community safety and environment news -
No need to be alone this Christmas - here's what's open and when
Christmas is great if you're surrounded by friends and family, but more and more people are finding themselves alone during the festive season.
Adult care and health news -
Local people sought to govern £31m Woolwich Creative District
Local trustees sought for Woolwich Creative District.
Parks, leisure and culture news -
Fake Christmas goods worth £200,000 seized in crackdown
Counterfeit items totalling £200,000 in value were seized yesterday morning (4 December) in a joint operation between the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Trading Standards team and the Met Police.
Community safety and environment news -
Greenwich Sexual Health Week 2018: get tested!
The Royal Borough and METRO Charity encouraged residents to think about sexual health and get tested during Greenwich Sexual Health Week (24 November to World AIDS Day on 1 December).
Adult care and health news -
Work on new Plumstead Library and leisure centre gets under way
Construction and refurbishment work has begun at Plumstead Library, the first step in combining it with a new leisure centre for the high street.
Libraries news -
Our Christmas sparklers are set to light up the borough
Prepare to deck the halls at our final free Christmas spectaculars.
Parks, leisure and culture news -
Have your say - should Royal Borough land be sold to pay for new Council homes?
We've launched a consultation on whether four plots of Royal Greenwich land on three estates should be sold for low cost housing.
Housing news