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  • And the business winners are…

    Published: Thursday, 14th February 2019

    What a day! The winners of our Best of Royal Greenwich Business Awards have been celebrating their honours in style.

    Best of Royal Greenwich Business Awards news
  • IKEA Greenwich hires 270 local residents, after partnering with the council

    Published: Thursday, 14th February 2019

    The new IKEA store in Greenwich has hired 270 residents from across the borough, with locals representing more than 60% of new employees.

    Greenwich Local Labour and Business news
  • It should be called ‘Universal Debit’, says Leader Cllr Danny Thorpe

    Published: Wednesday, 13th February 2019

    Universal Credit (UC) is having a devastating impact on vulnerable people in the borough, putting many of them into debt.

    Benefits and financial help news
  • Cllr Danny Thorpe, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, visited Punchdrunk’s The Lost Lending Library at Haimo Primary School.

    Punchdrunk announced as latest resident of Woolwich Creative District

    Published: Friday, 8th February 2019

    Pioneering theatre company Punchdrunk is poised to make Woolwich its new home later this year subject to final Council approval. *

    Parks, leisure and culture news
  • New build school for girls tops out in Thamesmead

    Published: Friday, 8th February 2019

    Young women in the borough will have another excellent school to consider for their secondary education when the Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls opens its doors in September 2019.

    Children, young people and families news
  • New affordable homes are being built in Charlton

    Published: Thursday, 7th February 2019

    We've started building 32 new affordable homes in Charlton; Woodpecker Gardens is the second site being developed by Meridian Home Start, which is funded by the council. 

    Housing news
  • Have your say on our draft strategy to guide change in Woolwich town centre

    Published: Thursday, 7th February 2019

    We’re currently in the process of developing an Urban Design and Public Realm Strategy for Woolwich town centre and we’re inviting you to share your views of our ideas.

    Planning and building control news
  • New online counselling service for 11 to 19 year olds

    Published: Monday, 4th February 2019

    A new online counselling service will give children and young people in Greenwich access to free, anonymous mental health and emotional well-being support.

    Children, young people and families news
  • Beating the blizzards

    Published: Friday, 1st February 2019

    With forecasts of snow filling weather reports, it’s time to get weather-wise and prepare yourself for Jack Frost’s icy grip.

    Community safety and environment news
  • Free meals for kids in half term funded by the Council

    Published: Thursday, 31st January 2019

    Kids in Greenwich don't have to worry where their next meal is coming from this half-term as the Council's mobile kitchen, Holiday Meals, returns to serve up another round of healthy free meals.

    Children, young people and families news
  • Have your say on the Council's budget proposals for 2019/20

    Published: Wednesday, 30th January 2019

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich is asking residents to have their say on its budget proposals for 2019/20.

    Council Tax news
  • Help us design a new leisure centre in Woolwich

    Published: Tuesday, 29th January 2019

    The Woolwich Leisure Centre consultation has launched and will run for four weeks until Friday 22 February.

    Sport and fitness news
  • Holocaust Memorial Day

    Victims remembered at Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony

    Published: Tuesday, 29th January 2019

    Royal Greenwich marked Holocaust Memorial Day with a service on Monday 28 January.

    Events news
  • Business Awards Shortlist Announced

    Published: Friday, 25th January 2019

    After a tough day of judging, the Best of Royal Greenwich Business Awards has its shortlist

    Best of Royal Greenwich Business Awards news
  • Royal Greenwich to mark Holocaust Memorial Day

    Published: Monday, 21st January 2019

    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
  • Tell us your views on our plans to create a new conservation area in Woolwich

    Published: Friday, 18th January 2019

    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
  • Save your Energy!

    Published: Friday, 18th January 2019

    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

    Published: Friday, 11th January 2019

    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!

    Published: Friday, 11th January 2019

    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!

    Published: Thursday, 10th January 2019

    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

    Published: Wednesday, 9th January 2019

    Nominations are now closed for our Civic Awards.

    Council and elections news
  • Banned from selling booze: two licences revoked over anti-social behaviour

    Published: Monday, 7th January 2019

    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

    Published: Friday, 4th January 2019

    A tenant found guilty of subletting her three-bedroom council flat in Plumstead has been ordered to pay a £42,000 fine.

    Housing news
  • Meet, play, love

    Published: Monday, 31st December 2018

    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

    Published: Thursday, 27th December 2018

    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

    Published: Thursday, 27th December 2018

    The public vote is now open for the Greenwich Neighbourhood Growth Fund.

    Regeneration news
  • Tis the season to stay safe

    Published: Friday, 21st December 2018

    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

    Published: Thursday, 20th December 2018

    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

    Published: Thursday, 20th December 2018

    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

    Published: Thursday, 20th December 2018

    A grants scheme for park improvements, community gardens, events and more on Woolwich estates is inviting bids.

    Housing news

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