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This is your summer in Kensington and Chelsea
9 July 2026We're making it easier than ever to access all that Kensington and Chelsea has to offer this summer. Don't miss it!
Council welcomes Airbnb data deal to tackle social housing fraud
8 July 2026A new agreement with Airbnb will help us identify social homes being illegally let as short-term rentals.
UKHSA issues Amber heat health alert for London
9 July 2026The UK Health Security Agency has issued an Amber heat-health alert for 8 regions of England, including London from 9am on 8 July.
Rogue landlord found guilty again over unsafe Hyde Park Gate HMO
7 July 2026Landlord and property management company successfully prosecuted over unsafe housing conditions
Nearly all Council services restored following cyber attack
1 July 2026Residents can now access the majority of services as 94 per cent of Council systems back online after last year’s cyber attack.
Million pound upgrade for Chelsea swimming pool
26 June 2026The pool will be closed from Sunday 12 July to allow for the renovations to take place
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Council successful in legal action following case of cuckooing
21 December 2021
The Council sought the court order after two individuals were found to be dealing drugs from a vulnerable resident's property.
Resident-led panel helps shape fund for Grenfell community projects
21 December 2021
Residents are playing a leading role in shaping the future of a fund for projects supporting the Grenfell-affected community.
Rough sleepers given a fresh start by unique Council service
20 December 2021
Dual Diagnosis scheme helps rough sleepers tackle addiction and mental health and get off the streets
Council pauses Cheyne news homes plans to seek more input from residents
16 December 2021
We have paused plans to build a new children’s centre, nursery and new homes at Cheyne.
New commitment to help end violence against women and girls
14 December 2021
Five-year strategy introduced by Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster City Councils.
Plans for 83 new homes on Barlby Road site submitted
14 December 2021
Residents invited to comment on planning application, which includes 48 homes for social or intermediate rent.
Young adults invited to sign up for Building Lives Academy
13 December 2021
An academy dedicated to teaching young people the skills they need for careers in construction is open for applications.
Green light for new social homes to help tackle borough’s housing shortage
13 December 2021
Plans for a scheme which will deliver 100 per cent social rent homes for residents have been given the green light by councillors.
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