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This is your summer in Kensington and Chelsea

9 July 2026
We're making it easier than ever to access all that Kensington and Chelsea has to offer this summer. Don't miss it!
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Council welcomes Airbnb data deal to tackle social housing fraud

8 July 2026
A new agreement with Airbnb will help us identify social homes being illegally let as short-term rentals.
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UKHSA issues Amber heat health alert for London

9 July 2026
The UK Health Security Agency has issued an Amber heat-health alert for 8 regions of England, including London from 9am on 8 July.
A fridge, microwave and vacuum cleaner block a communal means of escape, along with a damaged fire door.

Rogue landlord found guilty again over unsafe Hyde Park Gate HMO

7 July 2026
Landlord and property management company successfully prosecuted over unsafe housing conditions
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Nearly all Council services restored following cyber attack

1 July 2026
Residents can now access the majority of services as 94 per cent of Council systems back online after last year’s cyber attack.
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Million pound upgrade for Chelsea swimming pool

26 June 2026
The pool will be closed from Sunday 12 July to allow for the renovations to take place

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Notting Hill Carnival goes online this year

16 July 2020

For the first time in its 54 year history, Notting Hill Carnival will move entirely online this August bank holiday weekend, with Notting Hill Carnival: Access All Areas.

Businesses bounce back with safe reopening in Kensington and Chelsea

15 July 2020

Since pubs, restaurants and other businesses reopened on 4 July, there have been just 11 complaints regarding social distancing to the Kensington and Chelsea Council’s environmental health team.

Safety first as world famous South Kensington cultural quarter prepares to reopen

14 July 2020

The Council supports the Exhibition Road Cultural Group (ERCG) in aiding the recovery of arts and science institutions in South Kensington as they look to reopen after lockdown.

Kensington and Chelsea’s libraries welcome back residents

6 July 2020

Libraries in Kensington and Chelsea are reopening with heightened hygiene and social distancing measures.

No current plans for lockdown in Kensington and Chelsea

2 July 2020

Information on Coronavirus cases in Kensington and Chelsea.

Council keen to hear residents’ views on the impact of Coronavirus

2 July 2020

We’ve launched a survey for residents to have their say on the effect of Coronavirus on their lives. 

How are you doing? We really want to know.

Alfresco revolution to help business bounce back

1 July 2020

An outdoor revolution will help Kensington and Chelsea businesses bounce back with fast-track licenses, planning permission and
Street Ambassadors.

Customer demand is biggest concern for K&C businesses in survey

30 June 2020

Results from a business survey in Kensington and Chelsea show the biggest challenges, concerns and support measures needed as they reopen.

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