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Official X account for the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. Follow us for news and updates. For Customer Services message @LBRuT_Help (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)

 Richmond upon Thames
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The Richmond Safe Space is there for anyone who needs it every Friday night from 8-11pm. If you're feeling harassed, vulnerable or unsafe on a night out in the town centre, head to the green marquee outside Richmond Station where you'll find friendly faces ready to support you.
A British Transport Police officer interacts with a group of people at a 'Safe Space Richmond' pop-up tent on a street.

ALT A British Transport Police officer interacts with a group of people at a 'Safe Space Richmond' pop-up tent on a street.

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That's a wrap for the Full of Life Fair 2025 🙌 More than 900 residents, carers and community partners came together today at Allianz Stadium for the borough’s largest celebration of older residents and healthy ageing! Find out more about the day ⬇️ orlo.uk/HCg55
Two smiling women holding colourful star and moon-shaped tambourines at a social event in a large hall.

ALT Two smiling women holding colourful star and moon-shaped tambourines at a social event in a large hall.

A busy indoor community fair

ALT A busy indoor community fair

Four people, including a woman in mayoral robes, stand together smiling at an indoor community fair.

ALT Four people, including a woman in mayoral robes, stand together smiling at an indoor community fair.

A group of people in a conference room sitting on chairs and stretching their arms above their heads with an instructor.

ALT A group of people in a conference room sitting on chairs and stretching their arms above their heads with an instructor.

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The Full of Life Fair is NOW OPEN! We'll be here until 3pm alongside 70+ local groups and organisations who are eager to meet you! Come along for fun activities, key advice, and connection with others in the area. See what's here ⬇️ orlo.uk/6gUwA
Three older adults playing cards at a table, promoting the Full of Life Fair at Allianz Stadium.

ALT Three older adults playing cards at a table, promoting the Full of Life Fair at Allianz Stadium.

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We're serious about tackling fly-tipping 👊 Small scale fly-tippers like these two on Ham Parade can be fined £1,000, while larger scale fly-tippers can get up to £50,000 and a 12 month prison sentence. Find out more on how we're tackling fly-tippers ⬇️ orlo.uk/Fu7mA
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The UK's largest children's book festival in Barnes has been shortlisted for two national awards 🏆 The Festival was founded by local families in 2015 and is the only national book festival entirely run by volunteers! Learn more and vote for them here ⬇️ orlo.uk/XpsY1
Two young girls sitting at a table during a book signing event, with a smiling woman and an author signing books nearby.

ALT Two young girls sitting at a table during a book signing event, with a smiling woman and an author signing books nearby.

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Did you know that stopping unnecessary wood burning could save 1,500 lives a year in the UK? 🔥 Find out about wood burning and how you can make informed choices about heating your home at the Full of Life Fair's air quality stall on Friday! ℹ️ orlo.uk/u01Ke
A woman and a man from the Richmond Council Air Quality team speak with a visitor at an information stall.

ALT A woman and a man from the Richmond Council Air Quality team speak with a visitor at an information stall.

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Get advice and practical tools to keep warm, save energy and stay healthy at our upcoming winter support event ⚡ Join us at York House between 1-7pm on Friday 6 November! Find out more about what'll be available ⬇️ orlo.uk/xF0G8
Five women standing behind a table with 'Climate Action Richmond' banners and branded tote bags in an office setting.

ALT Five women standing behind a table with 'Climate Action Richmond' banners and branded tote bags in an office setting.

A collection of home energy-saving items including a radiator reflector pack, draught excluder, shower head, and light bulb.

ALT A collection of home energy-saving items including a radiator reflector pack, draught excluder, shower head, and light bulb.

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As the government reveals its latest Budget, we're demanding a rethink of funding reforms that would strip 58% of Richmond's core funding. Alongside @RBKC, @wandbc and @CityWestminster we're challenging cuts that will put vital local services at risk. ℹ️ orlo.uk/b2t3k
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With ghouls, ghosts, and good times on the horizon for Halloween, we're reminding residents to stay safe, respect their neighbours, and make this one a little greener 👻 Find our tips on staying safe and how to properly dispose of your Halloween waste ⬇️ orlo.uk/chUQM
Four carved jack-o'-lanterns with various facial expressions arranged on a stone wall in a garden.

ALT Four carved jack-o'-lanterns with various facial expressions arranged on a stone wall in a garden.

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Another Heathrow consultation has been launched, after the PM called Heathrow expansion a “matter for London and Londoners” 🛫 Tell the government what YOU think. Find out more on the new consultation (open until 22 December) and make your voice heard ⬇️ orlo.uk/sEOzR
An aerial view of a busy airport terminal with many British Airways planes parked at gates and on the tarmac.

ALT An aerial view of a busy airport terminal with many British Airways planes parked at gates and on the tarmac.

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Accessibility and adaptability are being built in from the outset at the Ham Close regeneration 🏘️ These specially designed homes will help residents who are wheelchair users live independently and comfortably! Find out more ⬇️ orlo.uk/A8v12
Cllr Chris Varley demonstrating an accessibility feature in one of the newly completed adapted homes at Ham Close

ALT Cllr Chris Varley demonstrating an accessibility feature in one of the newly completed adapted homes at Ham Close

Cllr Chris Varley demonstrating an accessibility feature in one of the newly completed adapted homes at Ham Close

ALT Cllr Chris Varley demonstrating an accessibility feature in one of the newly completed adapted homes at Ham Close

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