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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 a Yellow heat health alert for London

12 July 2026
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a Yellow heat-health alert for 5 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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Albert Bridge temporary closure

21 May 2024

Albert bridge will be closed for essential decking and lighting maintenance from 28 May to 1 June 2024.

Barlby Primary pupils showcase drawings on new homes hoardings

20 May 2024

Pupils visited Barlby new homes site to see pictures they had created displayed on the hoardings.

New website for family support

13 May 2024

Our new family information service website helps families find support, advice and guidance to make family life easier.

Enforcement notices issued at Chelsea Reach

10 May 2024

Enforcement notices were served on 8 May which require two houseboats to be removed permanently from the moorings.

Community champions celebrated at 2024 Mayor's Awards ceremony

26 April 2024

Thirteen Mayor’s Awards issued to recognise members of the Kensington and Chelsea community’s service to the borough

Parks Uncut

25 April 2024

Find out more about our parks and green spaces on our new Parks Uncut podcast.

Homes for Ukraine

23 April 2024

Could you provide a home for a Ukrainian fleeing war? The Homes for Ukraine scheme is seeking new hosts in the borough.

Kensington and Chelsea deepens ties with Motomiya City, Japan

22 April 2024

Mayor visits Japan to sign Friendship Declaration

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