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Amber heat health alert issued for London

22 May 2026
The UKHSA has issued an Amber heat alert for London from 2pm Friday 22 May to 5pm Wednesday 27 May.
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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.
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Leader announces new-look team

19 May 2026
Cllr Elizabeth Campbell confirmed as leader of the Conservative group and announces proposed leadership team changes.
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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
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Kensington and Chelsea Council 2026 local elections results

8 May 2026
The results from the 2026 local elections in Kensington and Chelsea.
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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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CCTV, enforcement and uniformed officers make residents feel safer

7 July 2021

CCTV cameras, patrols of police and community wardens and greater enforcement of anti-social behaviour have been revealed as the most wanted measures to keep residents feeling safe in Kensington and Chelsea.

Free course for young people in Kensington and Chelsea to support careers in construction

7 July 2021

Spaces available for local people aged 16-19 to gain experience in the construction industry.

Council granted court orders to protect residents from anti-social behaviour

2 July 2021

Courts have granted orders for the Council to clamp down on anti-social behaviour to protect residents in North Kensington

Ten million pound Green Fund opens for environmental projects

1 July 2021

The first investment through the Council's £10m Green Fund will be in eco-improvements to buildings at Kensington Memorial Park.

Double success for Minds United FC

22 June 2021

A North Kensington football club is celebrating a league and cup double to crown a remarkable year on and off the pitch.

Over 18? Here’s your chance to get a Covid vaccine jab this Saturday

18 June 2021

Anyone 18 or over can get vaccinated on Saturday 19 June at Stamford Bridge between 10am and 7.30pm.

Notting Hill Carnival 2021 will not be held on the streets

18 June 2021

Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, Carnival will not be taking place on the streets of Notting Hill this year over the August bank holiday weekend.

Second round of consultation steers plans for Silchester Arches

16 June 2021

Plans for new homes on the Silchester Arches site in north Kensington have been updated following residents’ feedback.

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