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Council tax bills for 2026/27 are now being issued to residents
21 May 2026Bills are later than usual this year and support is available for people who need it.
Leader announces new-look team
19 May 2026Cllr Elizabeth Campbell confirmed as leader of the Conservative group and announces proposed leadership team changes.
Wheelchair user advocates for accessible bike in Kensington and Chelsea
13 May 2026A new accessible bike is making inclusive cycling a reality for those in wheelchairs
Kensington and Chelsea Council 2026 local elections results
8 May 2026The results from the 2026 local elections in Kensington and Chelsea.
Operator of shisha lounge fined nearly £4,000 for smoking offence
5 May 2026Officers found people smoking in enclosed marquee in the garden area of the hotel in 1 Lexham Gardens, South Kensington.
Residents help to improve how we respond to complaints
5 May 2026Kensington and Chelsea residents have been helping to co-design a new end-to-end complaints process.
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Council approves a forward-looking budget for 2026 to 2027
26 February 2026
Over £21 million savings measures in next year's budget
Update: Albert Bridge closed to traffic
23 February 2026
The latest information on the closure of Albert Bridge to traffic. Pedestrians and cyclists can cross safely.
Council Tax cyber-attack update
16 February 2026
A cyber-attack is affecting our Council Tax service. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Progress for Cremorne Wharf jetty and riverside walkway plans
11 February 2026
Plans to explore the potential for a new riverside walkway have taken a step forward
Kensington and Chelsea sets out budget with tough choices on taxes due to government funding cuts
11 February 2026
Council tax increases have been agreed by the Council's leadership team.
Plans approved to improve Portobello Road
11 February 2026
Plans approved to improve Portobello Road
Apprentices build careers at Barlby new homes site
9 February 2026
Local residents carve out careers in construction at Barlby New Homes site
Step-free commitment for South Kensington Station
5 February 2026
Council and resident campaign pays off as Transport for London commits to step-free access to all platforms
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