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Shisha lounge director pays the price for violating smoking laws in South Kensington venue
8 October 2026Lounge owner pleads guilty and fined nearly £5,000 for allowing people to smoke in enclosed areas of the premises.
Almost 1,500 people respond to our Fair Funding consultation
6 October 2026Ninety per cent of people who responded to our consultation have backed our plans to challenge Government funding changes.
Update on Grenfell Tower fire investigation
30 September 2026The Metropolitan Police has written to the Council to update us on their investigation into the Grenfell Tower fire.
Have your say on the future of libraries and archives
23 September 2026Our survey gives you the chance to share your views and ideas about how to make your local library even better.
NCIL changes mean good ideas don’t have to wait
14 September 2026You can now apply at any time of the year for funding to shape your neighbourhood with NCIL money.
Paw patrols help officers sniff out illicit goods
7 September 2026Sniffer dogs assist Council officers in uncovering more than 1,500 illicit and counterfeit items during day of raids.
Newest first
Councillor Janet Evans elected as new Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea
27 May 2026
Councillor Abdullahi Nur has been elected as Deputy Mayor
Amber heat health alert issued for London
26 May 2026
The UKHSA has issued an Amber heat alert for London from 2pm Friday 22 May to 5pm Thursday 28 May.
Council tax bills for 2026/27 are now being issued to residents
21 May 2026
Bills are later than usual this year and support is available for people who need it.
Leader announces new-look team
19 May 2026
Cllr 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 2026
A new accessible bike is making inclusive cycling a reality for those in wheelchairs
Kensington and Chelsea Council 2026 local elections results
8 May 2026
The results from the 2026 local elections in Kensington and Chelsea.
Operator of shisha lounge fined nearly £4,000 for smoking offence
5 May 2026
Officers found people smoking in enclosed marquee in the garden area of the hotel in 1 Lexham Gardens, South Kensington.
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