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Expanding our Car Clubs
Exciting news for our residents. Starting 5 Feb, residents will gain access to more affordable vehicles, thanks to the expansion of Car clubs with two leading providers; Hiyacar and Zipcar.
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20mph speed limit introduced in Sparrows Lane in Eltham
Cllr Averil Lekau and Eltham Town & Avery Hill Royal Greenwich ward councillors visited Eltham to see road safety improvements completed in the Sparrows Lane area.
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Changes to Abbey Wood parking regulations to support community needs
Following consultation with residents and businesses, the Council is changing parking regulations around Abbey Wood station to protect parking for the local community and reduce congestion.
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Transforming West and East Greenwich together: share your views on design proposals and shape neighbourhood improvements
We're inviting local people to share their views on design proposals for West and East Greenwich which will help create a safer and healthier environment for residents and businesses.
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ULEZ High Court ruling
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is pleased with the High Court’s landmark ruling today, that the expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) across all of London is lawful.
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Emission based parking charges
Royal Greenwich is introducing changes to its parking charges as well as resident and business permits, as part of our commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030.
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Deputy Leader's letter to Southeastern on timetable changes
Deputy Leader, Cllr Averil Lekau, has written to Southeastern again regarding the impact of recent timetable changes on essential train services through Royal Greenwich.
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We’re lobbying Southeastern to reconsider its timetabling changes
Our Leader Cllr Anthony Okereke and Deputy Leader Cllr Averil Lekau have written to Southeastern to ask it to reconsider its planned changes to rail services through our borough from December.
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Greenwich to Woolwich cycle lane - decision
A statement from the Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Environment, Sustainability and Transport
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West Greenwich low traffic neighbourhood - decision
A low traffic neighbourhood (LTN) has been on trial in West Greenwich since August 2020 to try to reduce traffic, improve air quality and improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists in the area.
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Range Rover driver caught abusing disabled parking system in Woolwich
Investigators from the Royal Borough of Greenwich have successfully secured a conviction for Blue Badge fraud in the borough.
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Changes to West Greenwich low traffic neighbourhood
Last September we began an Experimental Traffic Order to trial proposals for various roads in the West Greenwich to be closed to through traffic.
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Statement on the Greenwich foot tunnel lifts
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is advising people who use the Greenwich foot tunnel that the current repairs needed to lifts on both sides of the river could take up to five months to complete.
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We're replacing 20,000 street and park lights with modern LEDs
The Council has secured £11.5 million to replace all its 20,000 traditional street lights with modern LED equivalents – saving £1million a year in energy and maintenance costs.
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More CCTV traffic cameras to be rolled out across Royal Greenwich
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is rolling out further CCTV enforcement cameras in June 2021, in addition to the ones already in operation, to enforce a range of moving traffic contraventions.
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Community helps cultivate green oasis at Mell Street Pocket Park
Local residents were joined by local councillors to make the finishing touches to Mell Street Pocket Park, Greenwich, on Friday 7 May by planting a variety of shrubs, grasses and perennials.
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STATEMENT: Greenwich Park through traffic
Working towards a greener and safer Greenwich is a priority for the Council and this includes reducing the disproportionate impact of traffic across the borough.
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Working towards a greener and safer Royal Greenwich - have your say
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is launching proposals to make roads cleaner and safer in the Westcombe Park and Maze Hill Area that residents have the opportunity to feedback on until 8 March 2021.
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TFL awards Royal Greenwich £711,000 for greener transport projects
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has secured over £711,000 of funding from Transport for London (TfL) to invest in a range of projects to make its roads safer and greener.
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Parking fines to be standardised across Royal Greenwich from 1 November
Last year we asked residents and visitors whether you would support a change in Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) banding levels across the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Just over 75% of you said you would.
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CCTV traffic enforcement cameras coming to Royal Greenwich
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is introducing a network of CCTV enforcement cameras to enforce a range of moving traffic contraventions.
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Leader’s blog: building a fairer greener Greenwich
It’s been a busy week here at the Town Hall, which has mainly focused on setting the budget.
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Play Streets
Kids (and adults!) can reclaim their streets for a few hours and have fun outdoors.
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E-Z Cycle electric bike loan scheme - not just for cyclists, it's for everyone!
You can borrow an e-bike for only £10 a month, as part of a scheme to improve air quality and get people active.
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Royal Greenwich to top London boroughs for new cycle parking spaces
Over 700 new cycle parking spaces will be built at a variety of locations across the borough.
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Vehicle seizure notice - LF03 HWB
A white, Ford Transit LF03 HWB was seized at 7am on 12 December 2019 at McNeil Road, Camberwell SE5 8PL.
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Planned improvement works to Plumstead road
There are planned improvement works being undertaken in Plumstead road - eastbound between the junction of Burrage Road and Pettman Crescent.
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Get on board the 335
Travel options in south east London have been improved with the launch of the new route 335, linking Kidbrooke and North Greenwich.
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Plumstead bids a fond farewell to much loved lollipop lady Joyce
Joyce Cooper retired from her role as a lollipop lady for Conway Primary School in Plumstead on Friday 18 October after 45 years of public service in the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
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Fifteen roads in Royal Greenwich to go car free
To celebrate World Car Free Day in Royal Greenwich over fifteen residential streets throughout the borough will be temporarily closed during the days leading up to Sunday 22 September 2019.
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Help shape an autonomous ride-sharing service
As technology becomes more and more advanced, travel methods are improving and some of these improvements are happening right on your doorstep!
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Construction of Greenwich section of Cycleway 4 to start sooner
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, announced yesterday that construction of the next section of Cycleway 4 will start ahead of schedule.
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More cycle parking on its way to borough
Great news for cyclists in Royal Greenwich!
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Get on the buses with new 301 route
Following the Central London Bus review consultation by Transport for London a new bus route 301 will start service on Saturday, 13 July 2019.
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Have your say on proposals for a new bus route in Greenwich
Transport for London (TfL) have launched a consultation on a proposed new bus route, the 335, from Kidbrooke Village to North Greenwich.
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Goodbye Greenwich one-way system? Your views are needed!
Local people are being asked how to make Greenwich town centre less congested, safer for pedestrians and cyclists, and more efficient for business deliveries.
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Your views needed on Quietway walking and cycling plans in Greenwich
We want residents and businesses to tell us their views on a walking, cycling and public realm scheme at the junction of Greenwich South Street, Blissett Street, and Devonshire Drive.
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Serial fly-tipper prosecuted
A serial fly-tipper has been landed with community service and a £2,000 bill for costs after being prosecuted by the Council.
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Have you completed our transport survey?
You have until Friday 14 December to take part in our consultation on our transport and investment plans for the next three years.
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Have your say on transport in Royal Greenwich
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has launched a consultation with residents on its vision for transport in the borough and investment plan for the next three years.
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Council crackdown on cars and criminals
Enforcement Officers from the Royal Borough of Greenwich were at the forefront of a large scale joint operation on the New Lyndenburg Industrial Estate in Charlton.
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School Streets to launch in the Royal Borough of Greenwich
The roads outside four primary schools in the Royal Borough of Greenwich will close to traffic in the mornings and afternoons during term times.
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Plumstead shows love for local street cleaner
The Mayor of Greenwich Cllr Christine May has been out to thank a hard working street cleaner who received a mountain of praise from Plumstead locals.
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Councils work together to deep clean Wilton Road
A joint cleaning operation by Royal Borough of Greenwich and London Borough of Bexley took place to improve the appearance of the area for the local community.
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Greenwich to go Car Free
To celebrate Car Free Day on Saturday 22 September 2018, the beautiful, historic Greenwich town centre will be opened up for a day of fun for all ages.
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Abandoned vehicles targeted in enforcement clampdown
Enforcement officers from the Royal Borough seized 12 untaxed and abandoned vehicles on Monday 30 July as part of a campaign to reduce the number of discarded vehicles on the streets.
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Electric cargo bike takes charge
An electric cargo bike is going head to head with a delivery van to see which is the best way for local businesses to serve their customers.
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Electric car club launches in Royal Greenwich
An electric car club has been launched in the north of Royal Greenwich and is available for all residents and local business users.
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The Missing Link is missing no more
The 'Missing Link' on the Thames Path as it weaves through Royal Greenwich was officially opened Wednesday 20 June.
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Is your street plugged in?
The Royal Borough is consulting residents on locations to install easy to use street lamp post charging points for electric vehicles in the borough.
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Celebrate Clean Air Day with Royal Greenwich
Cyclists can be among the first to experience the newly opened 'Missing Link' Thames Pathway on a free guided bike tour to celebrate National Clean Air Day.
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Celebrate National Bike Week
There will be free Dr Bike events across Royal Greenwich, from Monday 11 June to Saturday 16 June, to celebrate National Bike Week.
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New bus route is just the ticket
The 178 bus route is being rerouted this coming weekend to better serve the needs of residents of Kidbrooke Village.
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Giant vacuum cleaners to be deployed in town centre clean-up
The four giant vacuum cleaner type machines have arrived as part of our drive to have the cleanest streets in London.
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Get help applying for a Blue Badge in Royal Greenwich
Residents will soon be able to gain one-to-one help in applying for a Blue Badge.
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Tonnes of rubbish cleared from gardens after Council crackdown
Royal Greenwich is cracking down on rubbish-filled front gardens which can be a big eyesore.
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Six cars seized in a single day of action
The clean up is part of the Council's Operation Stop It! campaign.
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Woman who paid conman to fly tip gets fined £400
A woman who paid a conman to dispose of her rubbish was given an on-the-spot £400 fine.
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Road narrowing scheme close to school makes a big impact
Children from Halstow Road Primary School are benefiting from the scheme.
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High tech street cleaners on trial in Woolwich
The Royal Borough is trialling cutting-edge rubbish 'gobblers' on the streets of Woolwich.
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Autonomous driving one step closer
Fully autonomous vehicles are nearer to arriving on the UK's streets, thanks to the latest round of ground-breaking research from MOVE_UK.
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Truck loaded with rubbish seized in clean-up action
Seven vehicles were seized in a drive to rid streets of unlicensed vehicles and fly tips.
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Clear up of autumn fallen leaves
Council teams will help clear the pavements and major roads of fallen leaves this October.
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Crackdown on illegal vehicles in the borough
Two vehicles have been seized and a driver fined in a joint operation with the Police.
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Fly-tipper caught in the act
A fly-tipper on an illegal traveller site in Blackheath was arrested within minutes of emptying his truckload of rubbish onto the land.
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Full steam ahead for Plumstead High Street deep clean
A high pressure, chewing gum-removing, dirt-blasting jet washer is being used to clean Plumstead High Street.
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First stage of foot tunnel bye-law changes agreed
The bye-laws control the use of Greenwich and Woolwich foot tunnels.
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Lamborghini driver pleads guilty to misusing stolen Blue Badge
The driver pleaded guilty and was fined over £700 for using a stolen Blue Badge.
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Fly-tipper fined £500 within 24 hours of the offence
The resident was also ordered to pay costs towards the clearance of the fly-tip.
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Abandoned and illegal vehicles seized during Operation Stop It!
The Council seized 12 vehicles last week, in partnership with the Metropolitan Police.
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A positive campaign for a #PositivePlumstead
Love Plumstead, Hate Litter encourages a cleaner, litter-free Plumstead.
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Woman pleads guilty to misusing dead person's disabled Blue Badge
The Royal Borough continues to pursue and catch Blue Badge fraudsters.
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Local schools invited to enter our anti-littering competition
The three winning poster entries will be printed and placed around the borough.
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Electric refuse vehicle to be trialled in Greenwich
Royal Borough to run innovative trial to develop 26 tonne electric refuse truck technology.
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Two prosecuted for misusing family Blue Badge parking permits
Royal Borough investigators continue to detect and take action on Blue Badge fraud.
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Volunteers turn out in force to Keep Greenwich Clean
Litter-picks took place as part of the national Great British Spring Clean 2017.
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Fly-tipper accidently provides evidence of his guilt
The man attended an interview at Council offices in the vehicle involved in the offence.
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Fly-tipping fines of £1,600 issued to Eltham businesses
Four local businesses who dumped waste have been fined the maximum penalty.
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Fly-tipping crackdown given boost by Environment Champion
Local fly-tipping hotspot in Thamesmead cleared after a report by a local champion.
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Lords Committee visits driverless vehicle research project
The Committee visited the GATEway Project in the Royal Borough of Greenwich on 6 December.
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Fly-tipper caught by local Environment Champion
This is the third £400 Fixed Penalty Notice issued for fly-tipping.
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£800 fly-tipping fine for Plumstead business
Maximum penalty issued as Royal Borough continues to crack down on fly-tippers.
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Defendants plead guilty to misusing Blue Badges
Fines were issued to three defendants at Bexley Magistrates' Court on 31 October 2016.