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The Census is coming!
In March 2021, the Census will be here! Not sure what the Census involves? No problem.
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Christmas Opening Times
Everything you need to know about using your local services during the festive season.
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Royal Borough of Greenwich opposes proposals to close and sell Woolwich Barracks
Last night (25 November) the Council unanimously passed a motion opposing Ministry of Defence plans to sell the Woolwich Barracks site.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Coronavirus COVID-19 latest updates
Find out how council services are being affected
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Help for EU residents to apply for settled status
You are welcome! With Brexit confirmed for 31 January 2020, we want to ensure that our community of around 32,000 residents from the EU know they are welcome to stay, live and work within the borough.
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Statement on the Council's financial reserves
Statement from Cllr Christine Grice, Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources
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Royal Greenwich Cabinet Portfolios 2019-20
The Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Danny Thorpe, announced changes to his Cabinet at the Annual General Meeting.
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Name and fame your Civic hero
Nominations are now closed for our Civic Awards.
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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.
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Royal Borough commemorates First World War Centenary
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is staging a range of events to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War.
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Statement on Lee Rigby memorial
Statement from Cllr Danny Thorpe, Leader of the Council.
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HRH The Princess Royal sets SAIL on a visit to the Royal Borough
The Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Danny Thorpe, was in attendance to welcome The Princess Royal when she visited the Seafarers' Advice and Information Line (SAIL).
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Royal Borough signs up to halt modern slavery
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has pledged to extend its support for victims of modern slavery and human trafficking.
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Register to attend the Leader and Deputy Leader Question Time
Residents can put their questions about the borough directly to the Leader and Deputy Leader at the return of the Council's Question Time style event next month.
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Royal Borough faith leaders sign community cohesion pledge
Leaders of faith groups from across the Royal Borough have joined together to pledge to foster community cohesion and religious understanding.
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£510,000 funding pot for local projects now available
A new funding pot of £510,000 to bring projects proposed by local residents to life in the Royal Borough's wards has been agreed at the Cabinet meeting on 24 July 2018.
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Response to closure of Wide Horizons
Response to closure of Wide Horizons charity.
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New website coming soon
The Royal Borough is launching its new look website on Wednesday 8 August.
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Public statement regarding Councillor Tonia Ashikodi
Statement from Debbie Warren, Chief Executive, and John Scarborough, Head of Legal Services.
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Statement regarding the anniversary of the Finsbury Park mosque attack
Councillor Danny Thorpe, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, has issued a statement on the one-year anniversary of the Finsbury Park mosque attack.
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Better Together summer 2018 - get involved and have your say
Residents can have their say at the next meetings about local issues and feeling safe.
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New Mayor inaugurated in Royal Greenwich
Councillor Christine May was officially installed as the new Mayor for the Royal Borough of Greenwich last week at a ceremony held in the Chapel at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich.
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New leadership for the Royal Borough of Greenwich
Councillor Danny Thorpe has been elected Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
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New Royal Borough Community Charters launched
Residents and businesses have joined forces with the Council's campaign to make the Royal Borough's streets the cleanest in London.
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Give your vote of support to a community project
It's your chance to help us decide which project receives funding.
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It's your chance to tell us what matters to you
The Scrutiny Committee needs your suggestions for topics to review.
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Royal Borough department wins top environmental award
The Royal Greenwich Fleet Development team won the award for most sustainable department.
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Community Charters for Woolwich town centre
As part of its campaign to have the cleanest streets in London, the Royal Borough of Greenwich has been seeking opinions on its new Community Charter plans.
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Statement about Lee Rigby unofficial memorial from the Leader of the Opposition
Speech from Cllr Matt Hartley, Leader of the Opposition.
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Statement from Royal Greenwich community and faith leaders
Local community and faith leaders committed to standing together.
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Statement about Lee Rigby unofficial memorial from the Leader
Speech from Cllr Denise Hyland, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
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Permanent Rigby memorial remains official remembrance site
A permanent memorial to Lee Rigby was installed after consultation with his family.
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Nominate your local hero for a Civic Award
People who have made outstanding contributions to everyday life in Royal Greenwich are to be honoured at this year's Royal Greenwich Civic Awards.
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Unofficial Rigby memorial removed from railings in Woolwich
Following consultation, an unofficial memorial to Fusilier Lee Rigby has been removed.
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'Bigoted' President Trump 'not welcome' in Royal Greenwich
A Council Motion calls for President Trump's State Visit plans to be abandoned.
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Another chance to tell us your priorities at the Better Together meetings
The next meetings have been announced following a successful round in October.
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Royal Borough gears up for expansion of electric powered Council fleet
The Council is driving forward plans to get more of its fleet plugged into its cleaner air campaign.
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Tell us what #GreenwichMeans for you and your area
Join us at an event to help draw up Royal Greenwich's Borough of Culture bid.
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Better Together meetings are back this October
Have your say on improving your local area at a Better Together meeting.
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Make sure you can vote in next year's local elections
It's really easy to ensure that you're registered to vote.
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Go undercover to help us test and improve our services
Council tenants and council leaseholders can help check the quality of housing services.
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Ward budget funding making a difference in Shrewsbury Park
Deputy Leader Cllr Danny Thorpe unveiled a new drinking water fountain on Sunday 9 July at Shrewsbury Park in Shooters Hill.
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Royal Greenwich parks win prestigious Green Flag award
The Green Flag Award Scheme recognised 12 parks as some of the very best in the world.
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Royal Borough Cabinet agrees approach to tackle inequality
This is based on recommendations made by the Greenwich Fairness Commission.
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Deputy Mayor of London visits Cherry Orchard Primary School
Joanne McCartney, Deputy Mayor for Education and Childcare, visited on 5 July.
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Have your say at a Better Together meeting
The meeting at the Eltham Centre has a focus on regeneration.
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Royal Borough of Greenwich statement on Finsbury Park attack
Royal Greenwich and faith leaders have issued statements following the attack.
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Royal Greenwich Members of Parliament re-elected
The three local MPs were re-elected in the General Election with increased majorities.
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Royal Greenwich leaders pledge: We stand together
Faith and community leaders met Council leaders to condemn London Bridge attack.
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Greenwich leaders stand together to condemn London Bridge attack
Royal Greenwich and faith leaders have issued statements following the atrocity.
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New Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich inaugurated
Councillor Peter Brooks was officially installed at the ceremony on 24 May.
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Council and faith leaders express condolences for Manchester
Sign a Book of Condolence at Woolwich Town Hall for those affected by Manchester attack.
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Five receive Freedom of the Royal Borough
Freedom of the Borough is awarded to recognise outstanding service to residents.
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Make sure you can vote in the general election
You must be registered to vote in order to have your say on Thursday 8 June.
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Leader and Deputy Leader Question Time a hit with residents
Over 70 people attended the event at the Town Hall on Wednesday night (25 April).
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Key recommendations made by Greenwich's independent Fairness Commission
The recommendations are to mental health support, benefit sanctions and debt services.
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Queen's message to people of Canada sets sail from Royal Greenwich
The message celebrates the relationship between the United Kingdom and Canada.
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Outstanding contributions recognised at the Civic Awards 2017
More than 30 local people received awards across eight categories.
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Impressive turnout for the Royal Borough's Better Together meetings
More than 200 residents shared their views on what matters most to them.
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Former Mayor Philip Graham passes away
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is sending condolences following the sad news that a former Mayor has passed away.
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Mayor of London visits the Royal Borough of Greenwich
Sadiq Khan visited on 2 February and was welcomed by the Leader, Cllr Denise Hyland.
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Have your say on your experiences of the local community
If you live or work in the borough, come along to the Greenwich: Our Future Together workshop.
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Better Together gets under way for 2017
Woolwich residents heard what the Council has done to address their concerns.
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Better Together meetings return for a second round
Providing another opportunity for residents to share their views.
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Royal Greenwich residents awarded honours by the Queen
Congratulations to the five local people named in the New Year's Honours list.
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Council Leader expresses optimism for 2017 in New Year message
Cllr Denise Hyland talks about improvements and opportunities for the borough in 2017.
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Book of Condolence launched to show support for people of Germany
You can sign the book by visiting Woolwich Town Hall 9am to 5.30pm on weekdays.
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Councillors unite to oppose closure of Woolwich Barracks
The Ministry of Defence has announced a plan to close the Barracks in 2028.
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Greener Greenwich Strategy gets the green light
The strategy to address local impact of climate change is approved by Cabinet.
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Greenwich and Eltham Centres awarded for their community contribution
Residents voted for their local centres in the Time Out Love London and Eltham Arts Awards.
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Eltham North by-election result
A local by-election for one seat in the Eltham North ward was held on Thursday 10 November 2016.
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