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  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Help shape Our Greenwich with our new survey

    Published: Monday, 3rd October 2022

    Today, the Royal Borough of Greenwich has launched a special survey to better understand what matters most to people and businesses so we can plan for the future.  

  • Royal Greenwich mourns the death of Queen Elizabeth II

    Published: Thursday, 8th September 2022

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich is devastated by the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, who died peacefully at Balmoral today, Thursday September 8, aged 96.

  • New Leader Cllr Okereke with New Cabinet

    New leadership for the Royal Borough of Greenwich

    Published: Wednesday, 25th May 2022

    Councillor Anthony Okereke has been elected Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich.

  • Cllr Danny Thorpe on board Crossrail

    A message from Cllr Danny Thorpe

    Published: Friday, 20th May 2022

    A message from Councillor Danny Thorpe

  • A photo of a sign outside a polling station. The sign is white with black letters that read polling station.

    Royal Borough of Greenwich local election results May 2022

    Published: Monday, 9th May 2022

    Residents of the Royal Borough of Greenwich voted for their new ward councillors in the local elections 2022 on 5 May.

  • Make sure you’re ready to have your say on 5 May

    Published: Monday, 25th April 2022

    With just under two weeks left until residents go to the polls, the Royal Borough of Greenwich is urging voters to get ready for the upcoming local elections.  

  • Register to vote for the local elections 

    Published: Wednesday, 23rd March 2022

    On 5 May 2022, Royal Greenwich residents, along with the rest of London, will be voting for their new ward councillors. Residents must register to vote to have their say.  

  • Final ward boundary recommendations

    Published: Thursday, 5th August 2021

    The Local Government Boundary Commission (LGBCE) has reviewed the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s wards and has come to its final recommendations.

  • Improvements planned for the Eltham Centre

    Published: Wednesday, 23rd June 2021

    The Eltham Centre is a multipurpose community hub which includes a library, swimming pools, gym, fitness rooms, café and council customer services desk.

  • Cllr Lolavar has joined the cabinet

    Leader announces new cabinet lead for Business and Economic Growth

    Published: Wednesday, 9th June 2021

    Councillor Mariam Lolavar is the newest addition to Royal Borough of Greenwich’s cabinet, having been named the new lead for Business and Economic Growth.  

  • Our new Mayor, Cllr Denise Hyland

    Published: Thursday, 20th May 2021

    At the Annual General Meeting on 19 May 2021, Cllr Denise Hyland – former Deputy Mayor – was elected as the Mayor of Royal Greenwich for 2021 to 2022.

  • Census 2021

    There’s still time to fill out the census! 

    Published: Wednesday, 21st April 2021

    Not sure why you need to fill it out? No problem.  

  • Cllr Linda Perks

    Leader announces changes to cabinet

    Published: Wednesday, 24th February 2021

    Councillor Danny Thorpe, the Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, has announced a change to the cabinet as Cllr Chris Kirby steps down from the Council.

  • How will you vote?

    Are you set to vote in the next Greater London Authority elections?

    Published: Monday, 1st February 2021

    Register to vote now so you can have your say in the upcoming Greater London Authority (GLA) election. On 6 May 2021, Londoners will be voting for the next London Mayor and London Assembly.  

  • Christmas Opening Times

    Published: Tuesday, 8th December 2020

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

  • An old cannon in front of a barracks building

    Royal Borough of Greenwich opposes proposals to close and sell Woolwich Barracks

    Published: Thursday, 26th November 2020

    Last night (25 November) the Council unanimously passed a motion opposing Ministry of Defence plans to sell the Woolwich Barracks site.

  • Quiz our Leader and new cabinet at #AskGreenwich

    Published: Saturday, 23rd May 2020

    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.

  • New Cabinet for Royal Borough of Greenwich

    Published: Thursday, 14th May 2020

    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.

  • Cllr Linda Bird and her Consorts

    Cllr Linda Bird appointed new Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich

    Published: Thursday, 14th May 2020

    Former Deputy Mayor, Cllr Linda Bird, has been appointed as Mayor, and joining her as Deputy Mayor this year will be Cllr Denise Hyland.

  • Coronavirus COVID-19 latest updates

    Published: Wednesday, 18th March 2020

    Find out how council services are being affected

  • Brexit advice for EU citizens

    Help for EU residents to apply for settled status

    Published: Tuesday, 28th January 2020

    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.

  • Statement on the Council's financial reserves

    Published: Thursday, 30th May 2019

    Statement from Cllr Christine Grice, Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources

  • Royal Greenwich Cabinet Portfolios 2019-20

    Published: Monday, 20th May 2019

    The Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, Cllr Danny Thorpe, announced changes to his Cabinet at the Annual General Meeting.

  • Name and fame your Civic hero

    Published: Wednesday, 9th January 2019

    Nominations are now closed for our Civic Awards.

  • Debbie Warren announced Chief Executive of Royal Greenwich

    Published: Wednesday, 12th December 2018

    Debbie Warren has been appointed permanent Chief Executive of Royal Greenwich following a rigorous recruitment process and agreement at full Council last night.

  • Royal Borough commemorates First World War Centenary

    Published: Thursday, 8th November 2018

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich is staging a range of events to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War.

  • Statement on Lee Rigby memorial

    Published: Wednesday, 7th November 2018

    Statement from Cllr Danny Thorpe, Leader of the Council.

  • HRH The Princess Royal sets SAIL on a visit to the Royal Borough

    Published: Monday, 5th November 2018

    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).

  • Royal Borough signs up to halt modern slavery

    Published: Thursday, 18th October 2018

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich has pledged to extend its support for victims of modern slavery and human trafficking.

  • Royal Borough faith leaders sign community cohesion pledge

    Published: Tuesday, 16th October 2018

    Leaders of faith groups from across the Royal Borough have joined together to pledge to foster community cohesion and religious understanding.

  • £510,000 funding pot for local projects now available

    Published: Thursday, 2nd August 2018

    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.

  • Response to closure of Wide Horizons

    Published: Thursday, 26th July 2018

    Response to closure of Wide Horizons charity.

  • New website coming soon

    Published: Thursday, 26th July 2018

    The Royal Borough is launching its new look website on Wednesday 8 August.

  • Public statement regarding Councillor Tonia Ashikodi

    Published: Tuesday, 17th July 2018

    Statement from Debbie Warren, Chief Executive, and John Scarborough, Head of Legal Services.

  • Statement regarding the anniversary of the Finsbury Park mosque attack

    Published: Tuesday, 19th June 2018

    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.

  • Better Together summer 2018 - get involved and have your say

    Published: Thursday, 14th June 2018

    Residents can have their say at the next meetings about local issues and feeling safe.

  • New Mayor inaugurated in Royal Greenwich

    Published: Tuesday, 5th June 2018

    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.

  • New leadership for the Royal Borough of Greenwich

    Published: Friday, 25th May 2018

    Councillor Danny Thorpe has been elected Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich.

  • New Royal Borough Community Charters launched

    Published: Wednesday, 28th February 2018

    Residents and businesses have joined forces with the Council's campaign to make the Royal Borough's streets the cleanest in London.

  • Give your vote of support to a community project

    Published: Tuesday, 20th February 2018

    It's your chance to help us decide which project receives funding.

  • It's your chance to tell us what matters to you

    Published: Tuesday, 20th February 2018

    The Scrutiny Committee needs your suggestions for topics to review.

  • Royal Borough department wins top environmental award

    Published: Monday, 5th February 2018

    The Royal Greenwich Fleet Development team won the award for most sustainable department.

  • Community Charters for Woolwich town centre

    Published: Thursday, 1st February 2018

    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.

  • Statement about Lee Rigby unofficial memorial from the Leader of the Opposition

    Published: Wednesday, 31st January 2018

    Speech from Cllr Matt Hartley, Leader of the Opposition.

  • Statement from Royal Greenwich community and faith leaders

    Published: Wednesday, 31st January 2018

    Local community and faith leaders committed to standing together.

  • Statement about Lee Rigby unofficial memorial from the Leader

    Published: Wednesday, 31st January 2018

    Speech from Cllr Denise Hyland, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich.

  • Permanent Rigby memorial remains official remembrance site

    Published: Monday, 22nd January 2018

    A permanent memorial to Lee Rigby was installed after consultation with his family.

  • Nominate your local hero for a Civic Award

    Published: Friday, 19th January 2018

    People who have made outstanding contributions to everyday life in Royal Greenwich are to be honoured at this year's Royal Greenwich Civic Awards.

  • Unofficial Rigby memorial removed from railings in Woolwich

    Published: Wednesday, 17th January 2018

    Following consultation, an unofficial memorial to Fusilier Lee Rigby has been removed.

  • 'Bigoted' President Trump 'not welcome' in Royal Greenwich

    Published: Thursday, 14th December 2017

    A Council Motion calls for President Trump's State Visit plans to be abandoned.

  • Another chance to tell us your priorities at the Better Together meetings

    Published: Monday, 11th December 2017

    The next meetings have been announced following a successful round in October.

  • Royal Borough gears up for expansion of electric powered Council fleet

    Published: Friday, 17th November 2017

    The Council is driving forward plans to get more of its fleet plugged into its cleaner air campaign.

  • Tell us what #GreenwichMeans for you and your area

    Published: Friday, 6th October 2017

    Join us at an event to help draw up Royal Greenwich's Borough of Culture bid.

  • Better Together meetings are back this October

    Published: Wednesday, 27th September 2017

    Have your say on improving your local area at a Better Together meeting.

  • Make sure you can vote in next year's local elections

    Published: Friday, 11th August 2017

    It's really easy to ensure that you're registered to vote.

  • Go undercover to help us test and improve our services

    Published: Monday, 31st July 2017

    Council tenants and council leaseholders can help check the quality of housing services.

  • Ward budget funding making a difference in Shrewsbury Park

    Published: Tuesday, 25th July 2017

    Deputy Leader Cllr Danny Thorpe unveiled a new drinking water fountain on Sunday 9 July at Shrewsbury Park in Shooters Hill.

  • Royal Greenwich parks win prestigious Green Flag award

    Published: Wednesday, 19th July 2017

    The Green Flag Award Scheme recognised 12 parks as some of the very best in the world.

  • Royal Borough Cabinet agrees approach to tackle inequality

    Published: Monday, 17th July 2017

    This is based on recommendations made by the Greenwich Fairness Commission.

  • Deputy Mayor of London visits Cherry Orchard Primary School

    Published: Wednesday, 5th July 2017

    Joanne McCartney, Deputy Mayor for Education and Childcare, visited on 5 July.

  • Have your say at a Better Together meeting

    Published: Tuesday, 20th June 2017

    The meeting at the Eltham Centre has a focus on regeneration.

  • Royal Borough of Greenwich statement on Finsbury Park attack

    Published: Monday, 19th June 2017

    Royal Greenwich and faith leaders have issued statements following the attack.

  • Royal Greenwich Members of Parliament re-elected

    Published: Friday, 9th June 2017

    The three local MPs were re-elected in the General Election with increased majorities.

  • Royal Greenwich leaders pledge: We stand together

    Published: Monday, 5th June 2017

    Faith and community leaders met Council leaders to condemn London Bridge attack.

  • Greenwich leaders stand together to condemn London Bridge attack

    Published: Sunday, 4th June 2017

    Royal Greenwich and faith leaders have issued statements following the atrocity.

  • New Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich inaugurated

    Published: Thursday, 25th May 2017

    Councillor Peter Brooks was officially installed at the ceremony on 24 May.

  • Council and faith leaders express condolences for Manchester

    Published: Tuesday, 23rd May 2017

    Sign a Book of Condolence at Woolwich Town Hall for those affected by Manchester attack.

  • Five receive Freedom of the Royal Borough

    Published: Thursday, 18th May 2017

    Freedom of the Borough is awarded to recognise outstanding service to residents.

  • Make sure you can vote in the general election

    Published: Thursday, 11th May 2017

    You must be registered to vote in order to have your say on Thursday 8 June.

  • Leader and Deputy Leader Question Time a hit with residents

    Published: Thursday, 27th April 2017

    Over 70 people attended the event at the Town Hall on Wednesday night (25 April).

  • Key recommendations made by Greenwich's independent Fairness Commission

    Published: Wednesday, 26th April 2017

    The recommendations are to mental health support, benefit sanctions and debt services.

  • Queen's message to people of Canada sets sail from Royal Greenwich

    Published: Sunday, 16th April 2017

    The message celebrates the relationship between the United Kingdom and Canada.

  • Outstanding contributions recognised at the Civic Awards 2017

    Published: Friday, 24th March 2017

    More than 30 local people received awards across eight categories.

  • Impressive turnout for the Royal Borough's Better Together meetings

    Published: Tuesday, 7th March 2017

    More than 200 residents shared their views on what matters most to them.

  • Former Mayor Philip Graham passes away

    Published: Wednesday, 8th February 2017

    The Royal Borough of Greenwich is sending condolences following the sad news that a former Mayor has passed away.

  • Mayor of London visits the Royal Borough of Greenwich

    Published: Thursday, 2nd February 2017

    Sadiq Khan visited on 2 February and was welcomed by the Leader, Cllr Denise Hyland.

  • Have your say on your experiences of the local community

    Published: Monday, 30th January 2017

    If you live or work in the borough, come along to the Greenwich: Our Future Together workshop.

  • Better Together gets under way for 2017

    Published: Friday, 27th January 2017

    Woolwich residents heard what the Council has done to address their concerns.

  • Better Together meetings return for a second round

    Published: Wednesday, 11th January 2017

    Providing another opportunity for residents to share their views.

  • Royal Greenwich residents awarded honours by the Queen

    Published: Friday, 6th January 2017

    Congratulations to the five local people named in the New Year's Honours list.

  • Council Leader expresses optimism for 2017 in New Year message

    Published: Friday, 30th December 2016

    Cllr Denise Hyland talks about improvements and opportunities for the borough in 2017.

  • Book of Condolence launched to show support for people of Germany

    Published: Wednesday, 21st December 2016

    You can sign the book by visiting Woolwich Town Hall 9am to 5.30pm on weekdays.

  • Councillors unite to oppose closure of Woolwich Barracks

    Published: Monday, 19th December 2016

    The Ministry of Defence has announced a plan to close the Barracks in 2028.

  • Greener Greenwich Strategy gets the green light

    Published: Friday, 16th December 2016

    The strategy to address local impact of climate change is approved by Cabinet.

  • Greenwich and Eltham Centres awarded for their community contribution

    Published: Monday, 28th November 2016

    Residents voted for their local centres in the Time Out Love London and Eltham Arts Awards.

  • Eltham North by-election result

    Published: Friday, 11th November 2016

    A local by-election for one seat in the Eltham North ward was held on Thursday 10 November 2016.

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