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Update: Albert Bridge closed to traffic
23 February 2026The latest information on the closure of Albert Bridge to traffic. Pedestrians and cyclists can cross safely.
Kensington and Chelsea sets out budget with tough choices on taxes due to government funding cuts
11 February 2026Council tax increases have been agreed by the Council's leadership team.
Progress for Cremorne Wharf jetty and riverside walkway plans
11 February 2026Plans to explore the potential for a new riverside walkway have taken a step forward
Apprentices build careers at Barlby new homes site
9 February 2026Local residents carve out careers in construction at Barlby New Homes site
Step-free commitment for South Kensington Station
5 February 2026Council and resident campaign pays off as Transport for London commits to step-free access to all platforms
We are responding to a cybersecurity issue
26 January 2026An update on a cyber-attack on Kensington and Chelsea Council and how it has affected services for residents.
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South Kensington Station development allowed by Planning Inspectorate
12 December 2023
The Planning Inspectorate has overturned a Council decision at South Kensington Station.
Over 3,000 healthy meals for children this winter
12 December 2023
The meals will be given to over 1,000 children to ensure they stay warm, well-fed and active throughout the winter break.
Work underway to make borough schools greener
6 December 2023
Work has begun to make five schools warmer, more energy efficient and cheaper to run.
North Ken News
6 December 2023
North Ken News is a bi-monthly publication which is delivered to households in North Kensington.
Voluntary groups supported with £1.3m from Kensington and Chelsea Council
5 December 2023
Organisations supporting vulnerable residents are set to receive a £1.3m boost from the Voluntary Sector Support Fund.
Additional support for rough sleepers as temperatures drop to freezing
30 November 2023
More patrols and accommodation for rough sleepers as Severe Weather Emergency Protocol activated
Dozens of streets jet washed and over 1,600 bits of graffiti cleared in ward clean ups
27 November 2023
Extra street cleaning and enforcement has been sprucing up our streets in the borough since July.
Residents thanked for helping to drive up Council customer service
23 November 2023
Residents including Michael Ashe and Demir Timuray, who helped co-design the new service standards celebrated their launch.
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