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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.
A woman measuring a door as part of a survey

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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New business network in Earls Court launched at first meeting

6 February 2020

Businesses in Earls Court are forming a new network to discuss how to address challenges and opportunities facing the local area.

First Adult Learning Services course guide now available

4 February 2020

For the first time in Kensington and Chelsea, the Council has launched a full brochure of its Adult Learning Services, which are provided by organisations across the borough.

Young artists across Kensington and Chelsea exhibit art

24 January 2020

Young artists from across Kensington and Chelsea have marked the turn of the new decade by producing pieces for a vibrant new exhibition.

Register now to be Kensington and Chelsea’s first Youth Mayor

24 January 2020

Applications open for Kensington and Chelsea's first Youth Mayor and Council.

Mayor and Mayoress visit homes with high-tech solutions for people with learning disabilities

24 January 2020

Mayor and Mayoress visit homes with high-tech solutions for people with learning disabilities

Cllr Elizabeth Campbell’s speech to Full Council on Wednesday 22 January 2020

22 January 2020

Cllr Elizabeth Campbell’s speech to Full Council on Wednesday 22 January 2020.

Share your thoughts at our Chelsea Forum

21 January 2020

The Chelsea Forum is an opportunity for local people to share their suggestions and ideas on local priorities with councillors from Chelsea Riverside, Royal Hospital and Stanley Wards.

‘Get into Transport’ Apprenticeship Fair kicks off National Apprenticeship Week

14 January 2020

This year, Kensington and Chelsea will be home to the annual ‘Get into Transport’ Apprenticeship Fair, hosted by TfL, at Kensington Town Hall, kicking off National Apprenticeship Week on Monday 3 February.

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