The draft Richmond Carer Strategy sets out the priorities we will tackle together to support, recognise and value unpaid carers.
Unpaid carers are an integral element of the health and social care system. They provide an invaluable service that ensures the continued...More
The Council and the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (on behalf of the Ministry of Defence as landowner) have agreed to work together to develop a future planning framework for the site. Together, we have received government funding to develop a Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) in...More
The Council is currently reviewing the use of dockless bikes in the borough as we work towards our target of 15% of all trips being carried out by bicycle by 2026.
The provider ofo first launched its bikeshare scheme in Richmond borough in May 2018, and at its peak had...More
NHS organisations have worked together with Richmond Council and voluntary organisations in the borough of Richmond, to review the local community’s health and care needs to develop a Health and Care Plan for the borough.
The emerging draft Health and Care Plan is a...More
Richmond upon Thames Council is required by legislation to develop and publish clear and accessible policies including a Tenancy Strategy which sets out the expectation the Council has of registered providers with respect to:
the kinds of tenancies they grant;
...More
Wandsworth Council has approached London Councils with a proposal to introduce fixed penalty notices (FPNs) for byelaw offences in parks and open spaces that are covered by Wandsworth Byelaws (see list of where this would apply below). At the moment these byelaws are enforced by prosecution. This...More
Update: The closing date for this consultation has been extended to 3rd May.
Conventional vehicles are recognised as a major contributor to air pollution, therefore the introduction of electric vehicle charging infrastructure is a priority for the Council to support more sustainable travel...More
Background
The Council would like to hear your views on our proposed changes to create an enhanced single Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Advisory Service.
These proposals have been drawn up in response to our previous consultation in January 2018, where...More
The Council is proposing to implement a new Adult Social Services Transport Assistance Policy from September 2019. This policy would replace the existing arrangements for the assessment and provision of travel assistance and support in adult social care.
The aim of the policy is to ensure a...More
Following the application to the High Court, a Court Order has quashed paragraph 5.2.8 in the Local Plan, which relates to the designation of land as Local Green Space (LGS).
The Court Order requires the Council to publish the Inspector’s recommended change to paragraph 5.2.8, as well as...More
We would like your views on a proposal to create a sculpture using a semi-mature Norway maple tree. The tree was felled in the winter of 2018 due to its declined condition and the fact it was beyond natural recovery.
The tree stem and trunk were retained as it presented an...More
We would like your ideas about our plan to make a sculpture from an old tree trunk in Moormead Park.
At the moment the tree trunk looks like this:
An artist has had an idea to make the tree into a sculpture which could look like this:
We would like to know...More
In response to concerns and petitions received from local residents, the Council is keen to progress well supported traffic calming measures on Dr Johnson Avenue, Elmbourne Road and Hillbury Road to reduce speed and volumes of through traffic.
Please find attached at the bottom of the...More
On behalf of Wandsworth Council, Enable Leisure and Culture has secured £316,500 to fund improvements to Fred Wells Gardens in the near future and we would now like to hear your views.
Background
Funding has been secured through the following...More
The Council is proposing to introduce a ban for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) using Magdalen Road as a cut-through. This ban will operate at all times and will affect all lorries over 7.5 tonnes and coaches, except those with legitimate business in the area, such as for loading or unloading of...More
Wandsworth Council is required by legislation to develop and publish clear and accessible policies including a Tenancy and Rent Strategy and Tenancy Policy which the Council has had in place since 2012 and 2013 respectively. These documents set out:
the kinds of tenancies we will...More
During an initial round of consultation in February to March 2018 , we asked for your views on a range of different types of equipment for Chivalry Road Playground. W e would now like to hear your views to help decide on the final design for the...More
Following the application to the High Court, a Court Order has removed the designation of the southern part of the garden as OOLTI at the St Michael’s Convent site, Ham Common. The Order requires the Council to publish this change as a proposed Main Modification and carry out a 6 week...More
On behalf of Wandsworth Council, Enable Leisure and Culture has secured £182,500 from the Wandsworth Local Fund to make improvements at Falcon Park.
During the initial round of consultation held in 2015, people were asked their thoughts on a proposal to re-landscape the...More
The Local Plan consists of a series of documents which set out the spatial vision for Wandsworth, our strategy for delivery of this vision, detailed policies for managing development in the borough and development sites where change is anticipated in the borough.
Keeping the Local Plan up to...More
We are reviewing our Statement of Licensing Policy and want to know what you think about alcohol and late night licensing in Wandsworth.
We want the borough to have a thriving night time economy which brings people and businesses to the area but at the same time we need to protect the...More
What is the Local Implementation Plan?
The Mayor of London published his Transport Strategy in March 2018. Under the Greater London Authority Act 1999, each London borough council must produce a Local Implementation Plan (LIP) saying how it will deliver this strategy at the...More
What is the Local Implementation Plan?
The Mayor of London published his Transport Strategy in March 2018. Under the Greater London Authority Act 1999, each London borough council must produce a Local Implementation Plan (LIP) saying how it will deliver this strategy at the local...More
Since 2010 there have been a number of community proposals for a new pedestrian and cycling bridge over the River Thames, particularly one that would link Twickenham with Ham. Over the years there has been much public discussion as to whether or not these proposals would be feasible. ...More
There is currently great interest across the country in introducing 20mph speed limits and it is a subject that is often raised by residents in this Borough.
Residents have said they want their streets to be safer, to reduce the risk of accidents and make roads more accessible for cyclists...More
Since the introduction of the Council Tax Reduction (CTR) Scheme, the Council has made a number of changes which have limited the amount that applicants can receive under the scheme.
In particular, in 2016/17, the Council introduced a 5% minimum contribution towards Council Tax, meaning...More
Transport for London (TfL) is consulting on pedestrian improvements in Tooting town centre and would like your views.
TfL have been working with Wandsworth Council to develop a scheme to increase walking levels in Tooting town centre and reduce pedestrian casualties, using an innovative and...More
We are seeking your feedback on a local issue which may be affecting you - the activities of pro-life organisations who protest or keep vigil outside the British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) Clinic on Rosslyn Road.
There is evidence that there have been protests/vigils outside the...More
The Council would like to hear your views on proposed changes and improvements to our early learning provision at our Children’s Centres. The proposals build on the Council’s recently agreed THRIVE Wandsworth Strategy .
To access subtitles for the video, please click on the “Closed...More
During 2014-2017, the Council undertook a comprehensive public consultation programme as part of the development of Village Planning Guidance SPDs. Suggestions were put forward through the consultation for a number of areas to be recommended as new Conservation Areas or for extensions to...More