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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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Letter to residents from the Leader of the Council

20 March 2020

The Leader of the Council, Cllr Elizabeth Campbell - a letter to residents about the latest on the Coronavirus and how it affects local people. 

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. 

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