Council appoints new Mayor
Hounslow Council has welcomed a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the borough.
Published 28 May 2025.
Posted in Councillors, meetings and minutes news
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‘Team Awareness’ from the Green School for Girls lifts the trophy as budding young poets battle it out at Hounslow’s annual Poetry Slam final
A showcase of creativity, teamwork and confidence took centre stage at Hounslow Council’s annual Poetry Slam final this week.
Published 27 June 2025.
Posted in Children and families news
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Council supports more than 1,500 people to get online
Hounslow Council Leader, Shantanu Rajawat, visited a Digital Drop-in session at Hounslow House and met Heba, the Council’s newest Digital Champion, and some of the people she was helping,…
Published 27 June 2025.
Posted in Community and living news
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Hounslow’s Local Plan achieves a major milestone
Hounslow Council has submitted its emerging Local Plan to the Secretary of State for independent examination – marking a major milestone in shaping the future of the borough to 2041.
Published 27 June 2025.
Posted in Planning and building news
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Hounslow developer fined over illegal felling of trees
A property developer has been fined more than £13,000 after unlawfully felling protected trees in a designated Conservation Area in Osterley.
Published 25 June 2025.
Posted in Enforcement in the borough news
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Council launches free Green Skills Bootcamp for residents looking for work
The bootcamp, which includes a guaranteed interview at the end of the course, is for residents looking for a career in landscaping, trees and grounds maintenance.
Published 24 June 2025.
Posted in Parks and open spaces news
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Free career opportunities for women living in Heston and Cranford
Hounslow Council is delivering a pilot place-based initiative to support residents who are unemployed or on low incomes.
Published 24 June 2025.
Posted in Help to find a job news
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Statement from the Leader: Murder investigation launched in Hounslow
Hounslow Council Leader Councillor Shantanu Rajawat has issued a statement following the incident in Hounslow over the weekend.
Published 23 June 2025.
Posted in Enforcement in the borough news
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Council to celebrate 30 years of Bedfont Country Lakes
Hounslow Council and its partners are hosting a free event to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the iconic Bedfont Country Lakes.
Published 23 June 2025.
Posted in Parks and gardens news
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Hounslow Council paves the way for more walking, wheeling, and cycling
The initiative is part of the Council’s wider ambition to make walking, wheeling, and cycling across the borough safer, easier, and more appealing for everyone.
Published 20 June 2025.
Posted in Community and living news
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Council pays tribute to Councillor Sukhbir Singh Dhaliwal
Hounslow Council regrets to announce the passing of Councillor Sukhbir Singh Dhaliwal.
Published 20 June 2025.
Posted in Your council and elections news
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Stay Steady and Active event at Brentford Leisure Centre
Older residents across Hounslow are invited to take part in a special Stay Steady and Active event at Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre, Chiswick High Road, TW8 0HJ on Tuesday, 23 July, between 10am…
Published 18 June 2025.
Posted in Health and adult social care news
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SEND students graduate from celebrated supported internship
Hounslow Council’s latest cohort of DFN Project SEARCH interns graduated this week at West Thames College.
Published 18 June 2025.
Posted in SEND Local Offer news
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Air India Crash: Books of Condolence open across Hounslow for Flight AI171 victims
Residents are invited to pay their respects and share messages of sympathy for the victims and their loved ones.
Published 16 June 2025.
Posted in Community hub news
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People access help in Hounslow’s Community Hubs
The Council’s growing Community Hub network connects residents with a variety of services and activities closer to home and at a time and a place that works for them.
Published 12 June 2025.
Posted in Adult social care news
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Ofsted rates home for children with disabilities ‘Outstanding’
Westbrook Children’s Home in Heston has received its fourth consecutive “Outstanding” grading during their latest Ofsted inspection.
Published 11 June 2025.
Posted in Early years and childcare news
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Hounslow Council transforms derelict Bedfont site into a new allotment space
The site, once blighted by fly-tipping and littering, has been transformed by the Council, Lampton Greenspace and Scheffel Landscape Architecture into a brand new allotment site which includes a…
Published 11 June 2025.
Posted in Parks and open spaces news
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Rising numbers attend food surplus pop-up at Cranford Community Hub
Hounslow Council has hosted a holiday food event at the college-run Community Hub.
Published 6 June 2025.
Posted in Community hub news
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Hounslow Council celebrates volunteer week
With a vibrant voluntary sector, the Council is encouraging residents to learn more about volunteering opportunities in the borough.
Published 4 June 2025.
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Community Event for carers in Hounslow
Hounslow Council, in partnership with voluntary and community partners, is hosting a free event for Hounslow’s unpaid carers.
Published 4 June 2025.
Posted in Early years and childcare news
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UK Shared Prosperity Fund driving real change for Hounslow’s communities
From new green spaces and vibrant cultural events to tailored employment support and thriving town centres, the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is making a visible and lasting difference across…
Published 4 June 2025.
Posted in Parks and gardens news
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Hounslow offers chance to invest in a greener future
This week, Hounslow Council is launching its first green community investment opportunity – offering people, community groups and businesses the chance to fund local climate projects.
Published 3 June 2025.
Posted in Environment news
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Hounslow cracks down on Blue Badge misuse
Hounslow Council has joined forces with councils across the UK to mark National Blue Badge Day of Action, stepping up enforcement and raising awareness about the misuse of Blue Badges.
Published 30 May 2025.
Posted in Enforcement in the borough news
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Help shape ‘Future Feltham’ – have your say on the new draft Masterplan
Hounslow Council has launched a programme of public engagement on a refreshed Feltham Masterplan and is inviting residents, businesses, and community groups to help shape this updated roadmap for the…
Published 30 May 2025.
Posted in Get involved news
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Brentford’s free Art Trail celebrates its fifth year
Creative Mile, Brentford’s Art Trail is a three-day arts festival starting Friday 29 August at 6-9pm.
Published 22 May 2025.
Posted in Heritage and arts news
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Hounslow Council puts Growth Ambitions on national stage at UKREiiF 2025
Hounslow Council is taking its ambitions for Hounslow on to a national stage this week, raising the borough’s profile and bidding for long-term regeneration and infrastructure funding at the…
Published 20 May 2025.
Posted in Regeneration news
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Free community dining supports people struggling with their weekly shop
Hounslow Council’s freshly refurbished kitchen at Bedfont Lane Community Centre, is being put to excellent use with the arrival of FoodCycle and some first-rate volunteers.
Published 16 May 2025.
Posted in Community and living news
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Hounslow Council’s Emotional Literacy offer takes off with British Airways
Hounslow Council has agreed an innovative partnership with British Airways which means BA funding will ensure Hounslow’s primary schools will be able to access an award-winning social and…
Published 15 May 2025.
Posted in Schools, children and families news
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Hounslow to showcase the best of arts and culture this summer
Hounslow Council’s Summer of Culture returns to the borough’s parks and public spaces, as they light up with live shows, pop-up theatre, dance, music, and family-friendly activities.
Published 15 May 2025.
Posted in Get involved news
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Hounslow Council recognised nationally for its domestic abuse service
The Council’s pioneering support for children and young people experiencing domestic abuse has been hailed in a recent report.
Published 13 May 2025.
Posted in Health and well being news