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  • Holiday meals in Woolwich

    Free packed lunches for any child this half-term

    Published: Friday, 27th January 2023

    Any child in Royal Greenwich can get a free lunch this half-term as the Council’s holiday meal scheme returns to libraries and leisure centres. 

    Children, young people and families news
  • Deputy Leader's letter to Southeastern on timetable changes

    Published: Friday, 27th January 2023

    Deputy Leader, Cllr Averil Lekau, has written to Southeastern again regarding the impact of recent timetable changes on essential train services through Royal Greenwich.

    Parking, transport and streets news
  • Council to invest £3.655 million into borough’s voluntary and community sector

    Published: Wednesday, 25th January 2023

    Over the next four years, voluntary and community organisations across Royal Greenwich will receive £3.655 million in council funding.

    Committees and meetings news
  • We are delighted to be funding Warm Spaces run by 22 community groups

    Published: Monday, 23rd January 2023

    We are funding 22 warm spaces across the borough for residents facing extreme fuel poverty and unable to heat their homes.

    Supporting you news
  • Have your say on our budget for 2023 to 2024

    Published: Monday, 23rd January 2023

    The Council is asking residents to comment before it sets its annual budget for 2023 to 2024.

    Budgets and spending news
  • Statement about the Avery Hill Winter Garden bid submission

    Published: Friday, 20th January 2023

    A statement about the Avery Hill Winter Garden Levelling Up funding bid submission from the Cabinet Member for Equality, Culture and Communities and Ward Councillors for Eltham Town and Avery Hill.

    Arts and culture news
  • Get involved with LGBTQ+ History Month activities across Royal Greenwich this February

    Published: Thursday, 19th January 2023

    February is LGBTQ+ History Month and the Royal Borough of Greenwich and partners will come together for a range of inclusive events that all residents can get involved in.

    Events news
  • Statement from Cllr Anthony Okereke on the Nepal plane crash

    Published: Wednesday, 18th January 2023

    Cllr Anthony Okereke, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, said

    Births, deaths, marriages and citizenship news
  • Old Royal Naval College lit up for Greenwich Light Time - Diwali event in October

    Greenwich town centre set for a spectacular Lunar New Year celebration

    Published: Monday, 16th January 2023

    On Saturday 21 January we’re inviting everyone to ring in Lunar New Year with an exciting programme of festivities across Greenwich town centre. 

    Business and licences news
  • A photograph of terrace houses in Plumstead

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich relaunches consultation on a new, borough-wide Additional Licensing Scheme for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) 

    Published: Friday, 13th January 2023

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich has relaunched its consultation on a new borough-wide Additional HMO Licensing Scheme, following feedback from the community. 

    Environmental policies news
  • Say yes to becoming a This Girl Can sport ambassador this year! 

    Published: Thursday, 12th January 2023

    On Monday 23 January, applications will open for women and girls to become sports ambassadors for This Girl Can.

    Parks, leisure and culture news
  • Council approves new corporate plan for fairer, healthier Greenwich

    Published: Wednesday, 11th January 2023

    A vision for a fairer, healthier and greener Greenwich has been passed by councillors as the Royal Borough of Greenwich agreed it’s new corporate plan.

    Council and elections news
  • Residents and community leaders invited to mark Holocaust Memorial Day at annual Town Hall service

    Published: Thursday, 5th January 2023

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich will mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2023 with a remembrance service in Woolwich Town Hall.

    Events news
  • Cllrs Khaireh and Fletcher stand to the left of the Woolwich Arsenal war memorial holding wreaths. To the right a group of people have joined them to support the reopening of the memorial.

    Mayor of Royal Greenwich leads restoration of memorial to 19 Woolwich men

    Published: Thursday, 5th January 2023

    A memorial to 19 men killed by explosions in Woolwich Arsenal in the early 1900s has been restored with the help of Councillor Leo Fletcher, Mayor of Royal Greenwich.

    Parks and open spaces news
  • Image shows a photo of a swan by a lake

    “National Housing Order” introduced for bird owners to reduce the threat of avian flu

    Published: Wednesday, 4th January 2023

    It is now a legal requirement for all bird keepers in the UK to follow strict biosecurity measures to help protect their animals from the threat of avian flu.

    Environmental policies news
  • Cllr Anthony Okereke making his Christmas message

    Christmas message from the Council Leader

    Published: Friday, 23rd December 2022

    A message from our Council Leader Cllr Anthony Okereke for the festive season.

    Parks, leisure and culture news
  • Worried about debt? Free confidential advice is available to residents of Royal Greenwich in January

    Published: Friday, 23rd December 2022

    Residents can get free and confidential advice on debt, benefits, and other money worries in Woolwich, Thamesmead and Eltham this January.

    Debt and money advice news
  • Mobile phone theft on the rise in Greenwich  

    Published: Thursday, 22nd December 2022

    There has been an increase of mobile phone snatchers on bikes and mopeds targeting Greenwich Town Centre. 

    News and media news
  • Photograph of Woolwich Town Hall with its lights turned off

    Royal Greenwich joins iconic buildings around the world in big switch off for Ukraine

    Published: Wednesday, 21st December 2022

    We're turning off the lights at the Woolwich Town Hall in solidarity with Ukraine.

    Helping people in emergencies news
  • Funding for the Stay Warm Stay Safe scheme expands to help support more residents

    Published: Wednesday, 21st December 2022

    Through Greenwich Supports, we're putting an additional £150,000 into our Stay Warm Stay Safe scheme to protect as many people as possible this winter.   

    Supporting you news
  • The long arm of the paw: Hero dogs sniff out illegal tobacco in Council sting operation 

    Published: Monday, 19th December 2022

    Nurdan Tatlici, of Plumstead, has been sentenced to eight weeks in prison after being caught by the Council selling illegal and dangerous tobacco.

    Health and safety news
  • Cllr Leo Fletcher at the Tramshed

    SHOWTIME! Legendary Tramshed reopens in Woolwich town centre thanks to Council refurbishment

    Published: Thursday, 15th December 2022

    The legendary Tramshed theatre has reopened with two nights of showstopping performances, following an extensive refurbishment by the Council, as part of its new Woolwich Leisure Centre Scheme.

    Parks, leisure and culture news
  • Royal Borough of Greenwich Christmas opening times 2022

    Published: Thursday, 15th December 2022

    Everything you need to know about using your local services during the festive season.

    Council and elections news
  • Group of people cheering as they sit on the steps at The Plumstead Centre

    Free ‘Give It A Go’ programme helps community groups get active in Royal Greenwich

    Published: Tuesday, 13th December 2022

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich is working with community groups to tackle barriers to accessing physical activity programmes. 

    Sport and physical activity news
  • Picture of a group of women from the Council and HER Centre outside the steps of the Woolwich Town Hall, holding a large cheque for £1,000

    Council donates £3,000 to local charities: Greenwich Winter Night Shelter and the HER Centre

    Published: Thursday, 8th December 2022

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich has donated £3,000 in total to Greenwich Winter Night Shelter and the HER Centre.

    Grants news
  • A group of councillors and contractors post outside a newbuild council home

    How innovative construction helps us build zero-carbon council homes 

    Published: Wednesday, 7th December 2022

    We've been showcasing the innovative modular construction used in our Greenwich Builds programme, which is creating hundreds of zero-carbon council homes for people on the housing waiting list.

    Council homes news
  • Snow queen at Sparkle in the Park

    That’s a wrap! Over 15,000 visitors make free Christmas light trail a sparkling success

    Published: Monday, 5th December 2022

    Over 15,000 Royal Greenwich residents were dazzled by the Council’s free festive event, Sparkle in the Park in Well Hall Pleasaunce.

    Events news
  • Greenwich One Card - discounts at shops

    With the countdown to Christmas well underway, why not look to your local high street to bag some bargains!

    Published: Thursday, 1st December 2022

    Ahead of Small Business Saturday, and with the festive season in full swing, we have rounded up some fantastic offers and discounts you can tap into right now with your Greenwich One Card.

    Business and licences news
  • Chloe Ryan

    Teenager scoops national award for work with children in care

    Published: Tuesday, 29th November 2022

    A dedicated and passionate member of Greenwich’s Children in Care Council has won a prestigious national award for her work to improve the lives of young people in our borough.  

    Children, young people and families news
  • Celebrating Christmas Safely

    Published: Monday, 28th November 2022

    With the festive season quickly approaching, many of us have started our Christmas shopping and gift buying – but beware, this is also prime time for burglars and scammers ...

    Home safety news

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