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Quiz our Leader and new cabinet at #AskGreenwich
We’re running virtual Q&A sessions with our Cabinet Members so that you can find out more about who they are, and more importantly inform them about their upcoming priorities.
Council and elections news -
Wyborne Primary School: Proposed School Street
We have amended our proposals for the School Street initiative.
Children, young people and families news -
Keeping our climate change response on track
Despite some of the environmental benefits we’ve seen as a result of the lockdown, we know this isn't the long-term answer to addressing the climate emergency. But maybe we can take something from it.
Community safety and environment news -
We've launched three community libraries
While libraries across the borough are closed, we have been working with businesses to set up community libraries to give local residents access to a selection of books.
Libraries news -
Kindness matters: Pass the Time
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May) and this year’s theme is kindness.
Health and wellbeing news -
Statement on the reopening of schools in the borough
During the COVID-19 crisis the majority of Royal Borough of Greenwich Schools have remained open for children who are vulnerable and for those whose parents are key workers.
Coronavirus news -
Kindness matters: How the Community Hub is making a difference
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May) and this year’s theme is kindness.
Health and wellbeing news -
Keeping vulnerable young residents safe in Royal Greenwich during COVID-19
As the COVID-19 crisis took grip in March, swift action was taken to ensure any increase in demand for care placements for children and young people would be met, by setting up a new children’s home.
Children in our care news -
Kindness matters
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May) and this year’s theme is kindness. Kindness to yourself and to others.
Health and wellbeing news -
Highway works to recommence around the borough
When the lockdown was introduced, we suspended planned highway work except for essential safety maintenance.
Roadworks and traffic news -
Plans to improve streets to maintain social distancing
The need to maintain social distancing for the foreseeable future and in turn, the reduced capacity on public transport will have a profound influence on how we travel around the borough.
Transport and travel news -
New Cabinet for Royal Borough of Greenwich
The Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Danny Thorpe, confirmed changes to the Council’s Cabinet at last night’s Annual General Meeting.
Council and elections news -
Cllr Linda Bird appointed new Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich
Former Deputy Mayor, Cllr Linda Bird, has been appointed as Mayor, and joining her as Deputy Mayor this year will be Cllr Denise Hyland.
Council and elections news -
Residents share their VE Day stories
Residents from all over the borough have been sending us photos, pictures of medals and stories of their friends and family who played their part in World War II.
Events news -
Shining a light on foster care in Royal Greenwich during COVID-19
Every year the Royal Borough of Greenwich supports the national Foster Care Fortnight campaign to raise awareness of the amazing work being done by foster carers and encourage more people to join us.
Fostering news -
The lockdown has not stopped the fight against crime in Royal Greenwich
Working together, the police and our enforcement officers carried out an operation on Friday 1 May, which resulted in 18 arrests and a number of weapon seizures in Royal Greenwich.
Community safety and environment news -
The Mayor's Chain Competition
You’ve made Easter bonnets and rainbows, and now we are challenging you to create your own mayoral chain in honour of Cllr Linda Bird being inaugurated as the new Mayor of Greenwich.
Councillors and elected officials news -
Marking the 75th anniversary of VE Day
This year marks 75 years since Victory in Europe (VE day), the end of the second world war in Europe.
Events news -
We mourn the passing of Cllr Christine Grice
We are very sad to announce that Cllr Christine Grice passed away peacefully on Monday 27 April following her battle with cancer.
Deaths news -
Minutes silence
Each year on 28 April, trade unions around the world unite to mark International Workers’ Memorial Day.
Health and wellbeing news -
Emergency coronavirus funding announced for Greenwich voluntary sector
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is providing funding to support voluntary and community organisations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus news -
Now more than ever, every mind matters
Looking after your mental wellbeing is just as important as looking after your physical wellbeing, especially during the COVID-19 crisis as we stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.
Health and wellbeing news -
Have a happy and at-home Ramadan
The holy month of Ramadan, which takes place in the UK from the evening of Thursday 23 April and ends in the evening of Saturday 23 May, is one of the most important months in the Islamic calendar.
Health and wellbeing news -
Business closure notice served to barbers open during the pandemic
In line with government restrictions during the pandemic, we have taken enforcement action to close a barber shop in Plumstead.
Community safety and environment news -
More children offered a place at their preferred primary school in Royal Greenwich than last year
National Offer Day (16 April) saw an increase in the number of children offered a reception place at their first and second preference primary schools in Royal Greenwich, continuing an upward trend.
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‘Outstanding’ rating from Ofsted for the fifth year running for Royal Greenwich’s children’s home
Following a full inspection at the end of February 2020, Royal Greenwich’s children’s home* has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating by Ofsted for the fifth year in a row.
Children in our care news -
Faith moves online
At this time many people might find comfort in their faith.
Parks, leisure and culture news -
Help us mark VE Day 75
On 8 May 1945, the guns fell silent and years of carnage and destruction came to an end, officially recognising the end of the second world war in Europe.
Events news -
Top hatters eggs-cel in Easter parade
Royal Greenwich’s talented young people (and some who are just young at heart) have joined together to create an Easter parade of some of the most spectacular hats the borough has ever seen.
Children, young people and families news -
Woolwich Works construction to continue during the coronavirus outbreak
The government has written to all construction companies confirming that, where it is safe to do so, construction activities should continue during the coronavirus outbreak.
Regeneration 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.
