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Amber heat health alert issued for London

22 May 2026
The UKHSA has issued an Amber heat alert for London from 2pm Friday 22 May to 5pm Wednesday 27 May.
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Council tax bills for 2026/27 are now being issued to residents

21 May 2026
Bills are later than usual this year and support is available for people who need it.
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Leader announces new-look team

19 May 2026
Cllr Elizabeth Campbell confirmed as leader of the Conservative group and announces proposed leadership team changes.
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Wheelchair user advocates for accessible bike in Kensington and Chelsea 

13 May 2026
A new accessible bike is making inclusive cycling a reality for those in wheelchairs
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Kensington and Chelsea Council 2026 local elections results

8 May 2026
The results from the 2026 local elections in Kensington and Chelsea.
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Operator of shisha lounge fined nearly £4,000 for smoking offence

5 May 2026
Officers found people smoking in enclosed marquee in the garden area of the hotel in 1 Lexham Gardens, South Kensington.

Newest first

Free public Wi-Fi for Portobello Market

13 March 2020

A new free Wi-Fi network is now available for shoppers, traders and tourists at the world-famous Portobello Market.

Plans for new Council homes submitted

12 March 2020

Planning applications for the first phase of a programme to build 600 new homes on Council owned land, including at least 300 at social rent, have been submitted.

Plans to bring a clean commute to more Kensington kids

12 March 2020

Two Kensington schools could join Colville Primary to take part in a healthy school travel scheme to help clean up the air around their playgrounds.

£100k extra for Grenfell Projects Fund

11 March 2020

Kensington and Chelsea Council has allocated an additional £100k to the Grenfell Projects Fund.

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.

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