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Councillors decide on full repair plus extra works to protect Albert Bridge

26 March 2026
We will fix the broken component and install measures to help stop the same damage on the other arms of the bridge.
The Rough Sleeper Dual Diagnosis Service (left to right): Darren Skeete, Charlotte Northall, Gavin Stewart and Cllr Sof McVeigh

Former substance user helps others facing similar struggles

26 March 2026
A man who battled addiction is helping others rebuild their lives by working for the service he credits with saving his life.
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Protecting homes from future flooding

24 March 2026
Flood defences to be installed in Lorne Gardens after Council secures additional funding from Thames Water and Peabody.
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Council tax is being collected again following the November 2025 cyber attack

20 March 2026
Bills have been issued, with nearly 25,000 bills already paid and support available for people who need it.
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Kensington and Chelsea Mayor’s Awards winners revealed

17 March 2026
Eight community-spirited people chosen to receive 2026 Kensington and Chelsea Mayor’s Awards
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Planning systems back online after cyber attack

9 March 2026
Recovery from the cyber attack moves forward as planning applications and land charge searches are now being processed again.

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Opportunities for local businesses in supply chain project

5 March 2020

The new RBKC Supply Chain project will help local businesses tender for big contracts with developers and property owners, connecting them for opportunities and providing support.

Leader's first-hand look at new school site

5 March 2020

Kensington and Chelsea's Leader got a first-hand look at construction progress for the borough's first school dedicated to supporting children with special educational needs.

Grenfell recovery to remain top priority in 2020/21 budget

4 March 2020

Kensington and Chelsea Council has voted to approve its budget, with Grenfell recovery remaining a top priority. 

New Earl’s Court team to tackle environmental crime

2 March 2020

A new team starts work to tackle littering, fly-tipping and engine-idling in Earl’s Court.

A home for life for Council tenants

2 March 2020

Kensington and Chelsea tenants have been given the security of a home for life after the Council reintroduced lifetime tenancies.

The Charter for Public Participation is part of our constitution

2 March 2020

We've incorporated the Charter for Public Participation into our consititution using your feedback.

Youth Mayor candidates make their leadership pleas

28 February 2020

Who will be the borough's first Youth Mayor? Candidates have told us why they think they should get young peoples' votes.

Kensington and Chelsea tries out a clean, green, litter fighting machine!

27 February 2020

A revolutionary new electric waste lorry is being trialled on the streets of Kensington and Chelsea this month.

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