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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
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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.

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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
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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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ICYMI: Richmond is officially one of the best places in England to grow up, ranking fourth nationally in a landmark Children’s Commissioner report! Find out more ⬇️ orlo.uk/nJkfS
A group of school children in uniforms sitting on the floor, drawing together on a long roll of brown paper.

ALT A group of school children in uniforms sitting on the floor, drawing together on a long roll of brown paper.

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Start making your neighbourhood greener: apply for a climate action microgrant 🌍 Our climate action microgrants of £100-£500 are available to help local projects get of the ground! The deadline to apply is FRIDAY 30 October ⬇️ orlo.uk/FggsA
Queens Bench - group photo

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We've had to temporarily pause all our fridge and freezer collection and disposal services 🧊 This is because of a shortage of processing capacity at sites all across the UK. Find out more on why this is and what you can do instead ⬇️ orlo.uk/X7sLP
A collection of discarded white refrigerators, freezers, and microwaves piled up in an outdoor recycling centre yard.

ALT A collection of discarded white refrigerators, freezers, and microwaves piled up in an outdoor recycling centre yard.

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The Full of Life Fair is back on Friday, but there are more Full of Life Fund events happening too! 🥇 October Half Term 2026: Inter-Generational Mini Olympics 💃 Salsa Extravaganza 🤝 No Barriers Here workshop Find out more ⬇️ orlo.uk/vm5UM
A group of people gathered outdoors for a community event, with text promoting the 'Full of Life Fund' October programme.

ALT A group of people gathered outdoors for a community event, with text promoting the 'Full of Life Fund' October programme.

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From tomorrow (26 October) to 1 November, enjoy exclusive Halloween discounts with OurBike and discover a greener, more convenient way to travel 🚲 More info here ⬇️ orlo.uk/SIoXT
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ALT An OurBike cargo e-bike with a black storage box parked on a cobblestone street.

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Alongside the main Full of Life Fair, we’re also supporting local groups to host their own events during October with the Full of Life Fund! See if there's something that suits you this week ⬇️ orlo.uk/8QGUh
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ALT A group of people gathered in a garden for a community event, with text promoting the Full of Life Fund October programme.

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ICYMI: Fly-tippers who trash our borough will be facing fines of up to £50,000 soon 🗑️ Find out more on how we're stepping up action on fly-tippers ⬇️ orlo.uk/aoS2S
Overflowing industrial bins and piles of discarded cardboard boxes outside a Lidl supermarket.

ALT Overflowing industrial bins and piles of discarded cardboard boxes outside a Lidl supermarket.

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Today is United Nations Day 🌍 To mark the anniversary of the UN's creation, we're flying the UN flag outside the Civic Centre all day!
The United Nations flag, featuring a white world map and olive branches on a blue, rippling fabric background.

ALT The United Nations flag, featuring a white world map and olive branches on a blue, rippling fabric background.

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You probably already know what to do to get yourself ready for a storm, but if you're not sure or have forgotten after a long hot summer, you'll find some useful tips on our website ⛈️ Click here for more info ⬇️ orlo.uk/dwwjq
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ALT A view of trees swaying in heavy rain, with a misty, grey, and blurred atmosphere.

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