• Good news if you have an overdue library item

  By adam_leone at 11:57 on 08/03/13

  

  People who've incurred a fine for not returning goods to their local library in Richmond are being given a saving grace. The council have decided to wipe the slate clean if you return overdue items between the 11th and 18th March. They're also offering free loans of up to three items in the same period. The move is to celebrate the introduction of a new computer system across all libraries. Cllr Pamela Fleming, Richmond Council...

• Two new numbers for sick and vulnerable residents

  By adam_leone at 16:39 on 05/03/13

  

  Two new local helplines been launched in Richmond and Kingston to help the borough's sick and vulnerable.  NHS 111 is a new local helpline service for residents in Kingston and Richmond so they can quickly access the right urgent healthcare service for their needs. Stop Hate UK's national helpline provides support to those experiencing hate crimes relating to disability, race, religion, gender identity and sexual orientation,...

• Two new numbers for sick and vulnerable residents

  By adam_leone at 16:37 on 05/03/13

  

  Two new local helplines been launched in Richmond and Kingston to help the borough's sick and vulnerable.  NHS 111 is a new local helpline service for residents in Kingston and Richmond so they can quickly access the right urgent healthcare service for their needs. Stop Hate UK's national helpline provides support to those experiencing hate crimes relating to disability, race, religion, gender identity and sexual orientation,...

• Richmond Meals on Wheels: Horsemeat free

  By adam_leone at 14:09 on 22/02/13

  

  DNA tests have revealed that Richmond's Meals on Wheels are horsemeat free. Apetito, the company which provide the frozen meals had it's beef range vetted. No trace of horsemeat has been found in any of the food that is used. Meals on Wheels provides meals to older people and those aged 18+ who are unable to prepare a cooked meals. Cllr Nicola Urquhart, Cabinet Member for Adult Services said: "We're pleased to inform our...

• Richmond and Hounslow team up for waste collection service?

  By adam_leone at 13:51 on 20/02/13

  

  In a bid to make savings, Richmond Council could team up with Hounslow council to deal with waste and recycling.  Richmond's contract is due to expire in October next year.  However, after this date a new contract could include Hounslow contract.  It's hoped that the should deliver greater savings through collaboration.  The Council now intends to serve a 108 day notice period confirming its intention to...

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