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Parks Improvement Programme 2 - Holly Road Gardens, Garfield Road Open Space, Champions Wharf Twickenham
The Vision - 'Live Life in Local Parks' Parks Improvement Programme 2 will focus on continuing the infrastructural improvements which have led to Parks and Open Spaces being highlighted as the most important service to borough residents in the All in One survey (2011). The programme will further encourage residents and visitors to not only access parks for recreation and leisure but to also become a part of their day to day life within the borough with project striving to meet all Parks... MoreClosed 23 October 2012 -
Proposal for Richmond Choice Based Letting Scheme For Affordable Rent Properties
Richmond Council is proposing to develop a local Choice Based Letting (CBL) scheme to be used for allocating 'affordable rent' properties. The scheme would include all Affordable Rent properties in new housing association developments in the borough of Richmond, Hounslow where Richmond Housing Partnership also has properties, and approximately 30% of existing housing association properties that become available to rent. The new scheme would make the allocation process transparent and... MoreClosed 11 November 2012 -
Crane Park "People in Parks"
The aim of this project is to expand on the GLA Help a London Park Project by bringing four smaller open spaces under Crane Park, ensuring further enhanced community commitment and involvement in the management of open spaces along the river Crane. We aim also to restore access and visuals to a fifth location that has become overgrown in recent years. 1. Hospital Bridge Road/Willow Way Open Space Currently not accessible due to bramble & heavy vegetation cover. A lot of fly tip at rear... MoreClosed 14 November 2012 -
East Sheen Parking Review
A parking review in East Sheen is being undertaken in response to the following issues raised by residents and businesses in the 2010 All in One survey: - The lack of available parking close to people's homes, outside the existing CPZ area, due to commuters and shoppers parking in residential streets and local parking restrictions - The need to improve available parking close to local shops to encourage people to use local shops and to enable fuller use of all road space - The need... MoreClosed 16 November 2012 -
Playground Upgrade, Ham Village Green
Richmond Council encouraged people to have their say in the upgrading of Ham Village Green play area, as part of the commitment for an ongoing programme to maintain and improve the borough's parks & playgrounds. Residents' views were sought on the proposed upgrade of the existing natural play area. MoreClosed 16 November 2012 -
East Sheen Library Sunday Opening
The Library Service is undertaking a review of the Sunday opening hours at East Sheen library. East Sheen library is currently open from 10am to 2pm on Sunday but is very under-used in comparison to Richmond and Teddington libraries which are open on Sunday from 1pm to 5pm. We would like to change the Sunday hours at East Sheen so that the library is open from 1pm to 5pm. Having all three libraries open at the same time would ensure a more co-ordinated service which maximises the use of... MoreClosed 16 November 2012 -
Online market engagement with regards to the fee rates for Residential and Nursing Care Providers
London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is committed to working together with service providers, service users, carers and representative organisations to address the challenges we are all facing in relation to the commissioning and delivery of residential and nursing care services within the current financial climate. The national measures to reduce the budget deficit continue to cause uncertainty around future funding for councils. This uncertainty means that it has become increasingly... MoreClosed 26 November 2012 -
Elm Grove Road Traffic Changes
CASTELNAU, ROCKS LANE, CHURCH ROAD, ELM GROVE ROAD, QUEEN ELIZABETH WALK - PROPOSED JUNCTION IMPROVEMENTS AND INTRODUCTION OF ONE WAY WORKING IN ELM GROVE ROAD. We are consulting on proposals to improve traffic conditions at the Castelnau/Rocks Lane/Elm Grove Road/Church Road and Queen Elizabeth Walk signalised junction. The complexity of this 5 arm junction and the number of traffic movements currently provided for results in delays to traffic, especially on Castelnau, Rocks Lane and... MoreClosed 26 November 2012 -
Whitton High Street Environment Improvements
HIGH STREET WHITTON - SAFETY, TRANSPORT & STREET SCENE IMPROVEMENTS In response to residents' comments from the Council's All in One survey and to make the most of the Uplift Programme, it is proposed to undertake additional work to further improve the look of Whitton High Street and complement the work already undertaken to upgrade street lighting and shop fronts. Please take a look at the consultation drawing to see where the improvements will be carried out. The environmental... MoreClosed 30 November 2012 -
Carers Survey 2012-13
The Health and Social Care Information Centre (HSCIC) informed all Local Authorities that they must undertake a Carers Survey in 2012-13. Participating in the survey allowed councils to benchmark against their comparators and gather information to support their local commissioning, performance and carers strategy. The data was also used to populate four of the outcome measures in the Adult Social Care Outcomes Framework. MoreClosed 7 December 2012 -
Draft Tenancy Strategy Consultation
The Council is required under the Localism Act (2011) to develop a Tenancy Strategy by the end of January 2013. This strategy will be used to help shape the Tenancy Policies of housing associations in the borough and provides recommendations on the type of tenancy offered, the duration of tenancies (if they are for a fixed term) and tenancy renewal. Definition of terms The type of tenancy - whether housing associations should offer Affordable Rent tenancies (at a rent up to 80% of... MoreClosed 19 December 2012 -
Sheen Road and Upper Richmond Road West Safety Improvements
The Council is proposing a scheme that aims to implement road safety improvements on Sheen Road and Upper Richmond Road West. An accident investigation study was undertaken in 2010 to identify the possible causes of 25 collisions over a five year period. Whist the study did not identify any particular trends, the most prevalent factors were poor vehicle turning manoeuvres, overtaking and motorcycle accidents. The scheme aims to reduce the number of accidents and improve the experience for... MoreClosed 28 December 2012 -
St Margarets Street Scene Improvements
Purpose of the consultation We are consulting on plans to upgrade the heart of St Margaret's. The ideas put forward come from local people and traders, who contacted us with suggestions to improve the area at the junction of St Margaret's Road, The Barons and Crown Road outside Twickenham Studios near the bus stop. We would like to improve the area by: - Installing an interpretive feature which tells people about the history of the studios and some of the famous movies made here -... MoreClosed 31 December 2012 -
Draft Community Plan Consultation
The Community Plan is a long term plan for the Council and its partners (including NHS Richmond and Richmond Borough Police) which describes how we will work together to improve the local area. The Community Plan includes: - A vision for the whole borough - A description of how we will involve local people - A statement of our commitment to work together - Our key priorities and - How the Council and its partners will be held to account MoreClosed 4 January 2013 -
Draft Health & Wellbeing Strategy Consultation
The Health & Wellbeing Strategy is a long term plan for the Council and its partners which describes how we will work together to improve health and wellbeing in the local area. Richmond's Health and Wellbeing Board (HWB) brings together local leaders from the health and social care system. The role of the HWB is to understand the community's needs, agree priorities and ensure that local people experience better integrated services from the NHS and the Council in the future. Engagement... MoreClosed 12 January 2013 -
Broom Road Recreation Ground - Proposal to Develop Two Volleyball Court
Two tennis/netball courts are provided at Broom Road Recreation Ground. Their condition has been declining over the last few years though there continues to be some casual use of these courts. There is no charge for their use. A new multi-use games area was provided on Broom Road as part of the rebuilding of Teddington School and this contains 3 tennis courts and 2 netball courts. These facilities are available for use by the community out of school hours and are managed by Teddington... MoreClosed 13 January 2013 -
Dog Order - Petersham Meadows
The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames The Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005 Notice of Intention to Make a Dog Control Order regarding Petersham Meadows, Richmond, Surrey Notice is hereby given that The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Council (the Council) proposes to make an Order under part 6 of the Clean Neighbourhoods & Environment Act 2005, the effect of which will be to create an offence if a person in charge of a dog takes the dog onto, or permits the... MoreClosed 14 January 2013 -
Richmond Gambling Policy Review 2012
Richmond Council is a Licensing Authority with a duty to exercise a number of functions under the Gambling Act 2005 and have due regard to the following licensing objectives set out in Section 1 of the Act: - Prevent gambling from being a source of crime or disorder, or being associated with crime, disorder or being used to support crime - Ensure that gambling is conducted in a fair and open way - Protect children and other vulnerable persons from being harmed or exploited by... MoreClosed 14 January 2013 -
Buildings of Townscape Merit
In the London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames there are many buildings of significance to the history and character of their local area due to their historical associations, architectural style, visual interest or location. The status of Building of Townscape Merit does not impose any extra obligations upon the owner, nor does it require special consent for any works that would not otherwise need it. It does however mean that the Council will take the special status into account when... MoreClosed 23 January 2013 -
Richmond Community Infrastructure Levy Consultation 2012
The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a new planning charge, introduced by the Planning Act 2008, and came into force in April 2010 through the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010. CIL is a charge that the Council can set for certain new developments in the borough. CIL charges will be based on simple formulae, the size of which can be related to the size, type and location of the new development. This will allow the Council to raise funds from developers undertaking new... MoreClosed 23 January 2013 -
Site Allocations Plan Call For Sites
The Council has issued a 'Call for Sites' for review for possible inclusion within the Site Allocations Plan. We were looking for potential development sites or groups of sites where there might be the opportunity for redevelopment or changes of use. Submitted sites and proposals should have a reasonable prospect of coming forward in the period up to 2029. MoreClosed 28 January 2013 -
Hampton North Uplift Programme - Hampton Square
The Uplift programme aims to revitalise a number of areas across the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames that would benefit most from a range of improvements. Hampton North has been identified as one of those areas. Following consultation with local residents in July 2012 a proposal and a design for a new Hampton Village Square has been produced. The aim is for the square to replace the derelict Old White House building and provide a vibrant community space with links to the local shops,... MoreClosed 8 February 2013 -
Hampton North Uplift Wave 1 Community Consultation
Background Uplift is Richmond Council's programme to rejuvenate the Hampton North, Whitton, Barnes, Mortlake and Ham areas of the borough. Key actions of each Uplift programme are based on the results of the All in One survey and Village Planning sessions. Funding for projects is provided by the Council but other funding has, and will be sourced, through other organisations and funding providers. The aim of the Uplift programme is to create positive results for each of the Uplift areas,... MoreClosed 8 February 2013 -
Proposed Expansion of Nelson Primary School
The Council has consulted upon the proposed permanent expansion of Nelson Primary School from September 2014, from its current two forms of Reception entry to three. That means that the school would permanently admit 90 children each year, rather than its usual 60. MoreClosed 8 February 2013 -
Children and Young People's Plan 2013-17
The Children and Young People's Plan sets out the strategic direction and goals for the Children and Young People's Trust Board (CYPTB), covering all children and young people up to the age of 19, and up to the age of 25 for care leavers and young people with learning disabilities. It covers universal services such as schools and GPs; targeted services for children with particular needs such as support for behavioural or health difficulties; and specialist services for the small number of... MoreClosed 17 February 2013 -
Improving the Education of Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs
Thank you for taking part in this consultation. A decision has now been made to proceed to Statutory Proposals regarding the re-provision of Strathmore Special School. The publication of a statutory notice and the publication of statutory proposals can now be found here: http://www.richmond.gov.uk/sen_consultation This will provide a period of six weeks for comment or objection. Please also visit the above link for more details on how this decision was made and how the consultation... MoreClosed 18 February 2013 -
Latchmere House Former Remand Centre Draft Planning Brief
A Draft Planning Brief has been jointly prepared by the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames (RBKuT) and the London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames (LBRuT), and relates to the former Latchmere House and HM Remand Centre. It is a decommissioned Ministry of Justice site and spans the northern boundary of the RBKuT and the south eastern boundary of LBRuT. The purpose of the Brief is to provide the Ministry of Justice (the landowner) and prospective developers with planning guidance and a... MoreClosed 22 February 2013 -
Community Roads and Pavements Fund 2013
As part of the Council's drive to improve the environment of the borough and after listening to comments from its 'All in One' consultation, an annual community road and pavement funding pot of £35,000 has been made available for highway maintenance in each of the fourteen village areas in the borough. This sum (in total £490,000) is in addition to the maintenance work being carried out by the Council, and each year local residents will be invited to suggest how the money should be spent in... MoreClosed 1 March 2013 -
Railshead Road Improvements
In recent years Richmond Council has received a number of complaints expressing concern about Railshead Road, in particular: - The poor condition of the road surface - Conflict between pedestrians, vehicles and cyclists who use the area - The general run-down look of the junction of Railshead Road with St Margarets The Council has secured funding from the developers of Brunel University for transport improvements and it is proposed to use some of that money to improve Railshead... MoreClosed 10 March 2013 -
Proposals for the Redevelopment of the Richmond upon Thames College Site
The aims of the redevelopment are to modernise and improve the College, provide another new 11-16 secondary school for Twickenham and complete the rebuilding of the borough's special schools. Your views are important to us and the information you have provided will help both the Council and College understand the concerns and priorities of our residents, prior to making a decision about how the site will be used. MoreClosed 11 March 2013
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