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  • Tooting Common Lakeside Playground - Phase 2 consultation

    Wandsworth Council is seeking your input to choose the final design for the new Tooting Commons Lakeside Playground. £384,000 has been secured by Wandsworth Council for this project. During the first round of consultation, held between September and November 2023, feedback was gathered on what you think of the current playground, if and how you currently use this facility and how it can be improved. Based on this feedback, three exciting playground designs have been developed. ... More
    Opened 18 November 2024
  • Consultation on council tax premiums for empty and second homes

    Richmond Council is consulting on proposed exceptions to the long-term empty and second homes premiums that will be introduced from 1st April 2025. The Council recognises that empty homes and second homes can have an impact in some communities where a proportion of properties are not occupied all year round. Large numbers of empty homes can contribute to housing supply pressures, whilst also reducing the desirability of local areas. Second homes can provide flexibility to enable... More
    Opened 20 November 2024
  • Consultation on council tax premiums for empty and second homes - Wandsworth

    Wandsworth Council is consulting on proposed exceptions to the long-term empty and second homes premiums that will be introduced from 1st April 2025. The Council recognises that empty homes and second homes can have an impact in some communities where a proportion of properties are not occupied all year round. Large numbers of empty homes can contribute to housing supply pressures, whilst also reducing the desirability of local areas. Second homes can provide flexibility to enable... More
    Opened 25 November 2024
  • Richmond Council Tree Planting Strategy Survey

    Richmond Council is currently developing a tree planting strategy to support the Richmond Corporate Plan and Climate Emergency Strategy . Trees are an important part of the urban landscape, providing a range of benefits to people living in and visiting the borough. Increasing tree canopy cover has been identified as a key component in helping the borough become more resilient to the effects of climate change, and enhancing the borough as a place to live, work, and visit. However,... More
    Opened 28 November 2024
  • Garratt Green Inclusive Playground Consultation 2024

    Wandsworth Council has secured £420,469 to refurbish this playground with a focus on inclusive and accessible play and we want to hear from you! The project will see us design a new playground aimed mainly at children aged 0-14, but we also want to hear from you if you have teenage or adult children with special needs who might want to play here. Our goal is to provide a range of equipment that is inclusive, fun, accessible, and helps develop skills like fine motor abilities and risk... More
    Opened 16 December 2024
  • Bradstow pre-publication consultation - proposal to close (discontinue) a Community Special School and Children’s Homes

    Introduction After careful consideration, Wandsworth Council has made the difficult decision to consult on a proposal to close Bradstow Community Special School and Children’s Homes at the end of the 2024/2025 academic year. Bradstow is located in Broadstairs, Kent, with Wandsworth being one of 10 Local Authorities using the school, and Kent County Council the largest user of the provision. Why are we proposing this change? Wandsworth Council is... More
    Opened 6 January 2025
  • Wandsworth Voluntary Community Sector Strategy Consultation

    Wandsworth has a thriving, diverse and dynamic voluntary and community sector providing voice, leadership, connection and support to the many different communities across our borough. The Council is committed to working in close partnership with the voluntary and community sector in a way that amplifies and celebrates its contribution and impact. To achieve this, the Council has developed a draft of the new Voluntary and Community Strategy 2025-2030. A range of partners and organisations... More
    Opened 8 January 2025
  • Wandsworth Local Plan Partial Review

    The Council’s Local Plan is a document that sets a long-term strategy for development in Wandsworth, and contains the planning policies (or ‘rules’) that are used to help decide planning applications. Since 2023, the Council has been reviewing its Local Plan to make sure developments deliver more of the types of homes that are most needed in the Borough, including more homes for social rent. The Council is now publishing its final proposals for public consultation. ... More
    Opened 13 January 2025
  • Proposal to introduce Pétanque pistes to Kneller Gardens

    The Parks Team at Richmond Council, with the support of the Friends of Kneller Gardens and local councillors, are proposing to introduce a Pétanque piste (terrain) to Kneller Gardens. Pétanque, known in France as 'boules,' is a game played on gravel surfaces. Pétanque is an inclusive sport for everyone, including wheelchair users. As part of this proposal, a formal pathway will connect this area to the existing hardstanding in front and at the rear of the café building (near the... More
    Opened 13 January 2025
  • Consultation on proposals to unlock Richmond borough parks

    Update 21/01/24: Please note that currently Hampton Wick Memorial Gardens are locked by the Park Locking Contractors when locking the King’s Field park site. Whilst the Memorial Gardens are not listed in this consultation under park sites affected, should the decision be to keep our parks open then the Memorial Gardens would also remain open. From 1 September 2024 until the 30 November 2024, the Parks Team coordinated a Parks Unlocking Trial across ‘locked’ sites. This was done... More
    Opened 14 January 2025
  • Proposed Main Modifications to the Richmond upon Thames Local Plan

    We are in the final stages of bringing forward a new Local Plan for the borough. The Local Plan sets out a strategic vision, objectives and the spatial strategy. The draft Plan includes place-based strategies, site allocations, and thematic policies that will guide future development in the borough. The draft Plan seeks to address future challenges including climate change, health, affordability and liveability. There is more information here on what... More
    Opened 31 January 2025
  • Heathbrook Park Playground Consultation 2025

    Page updated (11/03): The drop scheduled for February 26th has been rescheduled due to adverse weather. Wandsworth Council have secured £313,950 for a project to refurbish Heathbrook Park playground and we want to hear from you! We know you love this playground, but we want you to tell us why? What makes this place important to you? What do you / your children like to do here, and what would you love to see the opportunity for? How can we make it better? The Plan Changes... More
    Opened 10 February 2025
  • Draft Richmond Climate & Nature Strategy (2025-2030)

    Update: The first phase of consultation ended on 31st December 2024. The Draft Strategy consultation phase is now open. -- We have developed a new draft Richmond Climate & Nature Strategy (2025-2030) which is now open for public consultation. Our strategy has been developed through listening to the views of our residents via our surveys and interactive map on Commonplace , as well as multiple resident and stakeholder workshops in 2024. At the heart of its development was... More
    Opened 14 February 2025
  • Richmond Transport Strategy

    We are looking for your input to build The Richmond upon Thames Transport Strategy 2040. The strategy will guide the development of long-term, sustainable, and inclusive transport improvements throughout the borough. It will address the emerging needs of the borough’s residents, businesses, and visitors over the next 15 years. Building on current policies and the Local Plan, the Richmond Transport Strategy will focus on identifying transformational projects, innovative service models,... More
    Opened 27 February 2025
  • Wandsworth School Streets - Bolingbroke Academy

    Following previous engagement with the school, a School Street is being proposed outside Bolingbroke Academy and we would like to hear your views. We are proposing to extend the existing scheme serving Belleville Primary, between Northcote Road and Webb’s Road, to include the length of Belleville Road between Northcote Road and Bolingbroke Grove. The proposal has been developed in partnership with both schools and the proposed operational hours are Monday to Friday 8.20 to 9.10 and... More
    Opened 3 March 2025
  • School Streets: St James’s trial (SS20)

    After an informal consultation , the Council proposes a new School Streets trial at St James’s Primary School. The proposed hours of operation are Monday to Friday 8.00 to 9.00am and 2.00 to 4.00pm, term time only. You will have an opportunity to comment on the times in the consultation. The proposed layout of the restrictions are intended to create a safer and more pleasant environment in a zone which is most heavily used on the approach to the school. This trial... More
    Opened 3 March 2025
  • Wandsworth School Streets - Floreat Primary School

    Following previous engagement with the school, a School Street is being proposed outside Floreat Primary School and we would like to hear your views. The proposed operational hours for this School Street are Monday to Friday 8.00 to 9.00 and 14.50 to 15.50, term time only. Drop in session We have organised a drop in session where you can ask officers questions and share your views about this proposed School Street. Location: Floreat Primary School, 305 Garratt Ln,... More
    Opened 3 March 2025
  • School Streets: Sheen Mount trial (SS23)

    After informal consultation , the Council proposes to trial a new School Street at Sheen Mount Primary School. The hours of the trial School Street element proposed are Monday to Friday, 8.15 to 9.15am and 3.00 to 3.45pm, term time only. You will have an opportunity to comment on the times in the consultation. The proposed layout of the restrictions are intended to create a safer and more pleasant environment in a zone which is most heavily used on the... More
    Opened 3 March 2025
  • Public Consultation on Cumulative Impact Policy

    The Council, as the Licensing Authority under the Licensing Act 2003, is now undertaking a consultation process on its Cumulative Impact Assessment to establish whether there are any parts of the borough with a significant number of licensed premises and whether there is evidence to show that this is having an adverse impact on crime and disorder and public nuisance. As such, we would like to hear views from local businesses and their representatives, local residents, ward councillors,... More
    Opened 10 March 2025
  • Wandsworth Reuse, Recycling and Waste Consultation 2025

    Wandsworth Council is consulting on its draft Reuse, Recycling and Waste Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) . The guidance in the draft SPD provides borough-wide information on the provision, design and location of refuse and recycling storage in residential, commercial and mixed-use developments. It supports the waste and recycling policies set out in the Wandsworth Local Plan (July 2023). The version of the draft SPD being consulted on would replace the existing Refuse and... More
    Opened 11 March 2025
  • Third Cross Road - Proposed One Way Working

    The Council wants to hear your views on a proposal to introduce one way working into the northern section of Third Cross Road. Due to the current parking arrangements, the road is not wide enough to allow traffic in both directions. Concerns have been raised about vehicles mounting the pavement when faced with oncoming traffic on the northern section of Third Cross Road. This poses a risk to the many pedestrians who use these narrow pavements, especially during peak school... More
    Opened 17 March 2025
  • Proposed Leeson Estate - Controlled Parking Zone Consultation

    We are currently consulting residents and businesses of the Fulwell Park Estate area on whether they wish to be included in the proposed new Leeson Estate controlled parking zone (CPZ). View the map showing the proposed new CPZ here . View the consultation letter here . View the detailed design here . If you are unable to complete the survey online and you would like a hard copy of the questionnaire, please call 020 8871 8929 leaving... More
    Opened 1 April 2025
  • Events in Parks Policy Consultation

    Update 25/04: We have created an FAQ's document which we may add to throughout the engagement process. To view the FAQ's, please click here . -- We know how much residents value our brilliant parks and open spaces, and we want them to be at the heart of Welcome to Wandsworth 2025, a celebration of our borough’s traditions, festivals, food, and arts. Culture brings joy, improves wellbeing, and strengthens communities. Events in parks and green spaces can play a central role... More
    Opened 7 April 2025
  • Collis School - Safety Improvement Scheme

    Last summer, the Council consulted on options for a School Street/School Safety Improvement measures serving Collis Primary on both Fairfax Road and Cromwell Road. Option 1 included School Safety Improvement measures along both streets near both the school entrances Option 2 proposed a timed School Street restriction on Fairfax Road and School Safety Improvement measures along Cromwell Road outside the school entrances Option 3 suggested 2 timed School Street... More
    Opened 22 April 2025
  • Richmond upon Thames Community Safety Survey 2025

    The Richmond Community Safety Partnership brings together Richmond Council, the Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, health partners, the criminal justice system including Probation Services, as well as community and voluntary sector organisations involved with crime reduction and community safety in the borough. Why we are consulting? Listening to the views, concerns and ideas to improve community safety is important, so that we can ensure... More
    Opened 28 April 2025
  • Furzedown Recreation Ground Phase 2 Consultation

    The aim of this consultation is to identify your priorities for improvements to Furzedown Recreation Ground. Based on the first round of consultation held between June and August 2023, three potential design scenarios have been developed. A snapshot of the scenarios can be seen below, and more detailed descriptions can be found here . We are keen to hear your thoughts on each scenario - what you like, what you don’t, and any additional ideas you have. Your... More
    Opened 28 April 2025
  • Wandsworth Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment Consultation

    We want to hear how you access and use pharmacy services in Wandsworth borough to help us develop services in the future. Your views will help inform our Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA) which will look at health needs in Wandsworth borough, the level and accessibility of pharmacy services, and how these will be maintained and developed in the future. We would be grateful if you could answer some questions about your own experience and views. The information you provide is... More
    Opened 29 April 2025
  • Richmond Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment Consultation

    We want to hear how you access and use pharmacy services in Richmond borough to help us develop services in the future. Your views will help inform our Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA) which will look at health needs in Richmond borough, the level and accessibility of pharmacy services, and how these will be maintained and developed in the future. We would be grateful if you could answer some questions about your own experience and views. The information you provide is confidential... More
    Opened 29 April 2025
  • Christchurch Road, East Sheen - School Safety Measures

    The Council is seeking your feedback on a proposal to implement measures aimed at enhancing road safety near Sheen Mount Primary School on Christchurch Road. You may already be aware of the School Street that was implemented on West Temple Sheen in early March 2025. At the time of consulting on this school street, residents were also asked about the potential for an extended school street area to include Christchurch Road. This extended area was not supported for school street... More
    Opens 1 May 2025
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