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Illegal traders challenged 400 times in summer crackdown
21 October 2026Council officers stepped in to tackle illegal street trading more than 400 times during a 12-week operation in the borough.
Issues with our parking permits system
20 October 2026We are working to resolve issues with our parking permit systems which is affecting payments, cancellations and refunds.
Hundreds fined as noisy drivers hit rock-concert volumes
15 October 2026Our acoustic cameras were triggered 1,386 times in August and September 2026, leading to 334 fines being issued.
Leadership Team agrees to take ‘unfair funding’ fight to Government
14 October 2026We will formally challenge the Fair Funding review after a public consultation into the use of the Sustainable Communities Act.
Have your say on our new Economy Plan
12 October 2026Help us ensure our new Economy Plan reflects the needs of our residents
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.
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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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