London Borough of Hounslow

Come and talk to us about staying safe. Find us in a local leisure centre and learn about safe spaces across Hounslow. Our friendly, supportive staff are working in four more leisure centres this summer. They’d be happy to talk to you about the Ask for Angela project and offer advice about staying safe in gyms and pools.   Come along and say ‘hello’:   - New Chiswick Pool, Tues 27 Aug, 10am to 12pm - Heston Pools and Fitness, Tues 3 Sept, 10am to 12pm - Osterley Sports and Athletic Centre, Tues 17 Sept, 10am to 12pm - Isleworth Leisure Centre and Library, Tues 17 Sept. 10am to 12pm

This week, as part of a suite of letters to the new Government which lay out Hounslow’s willingness to work with them in a number of priority areas - Local Government Funding, Housing, Net Zero and Health and Care Integration - the Leader of Hounslow Council, Cllr Shantanu Rajawat, has formally written to the Chancellor, the Rt Hon Rachel Reeves MP, to reaffirm the Council’s commitment to delivering equitable growth for all our communities. The Leader’s letter is clear that - with the second highest GVA per hour worked in London, and a contribution to the national economy greater than that of major cities like Belfast, Liverpool and Sheffield - Hounslow is poised and ready to lead in mission of national renewal. The Council’s comprehensive regeneration plans under Opportunity Hounslow, provide a roadmap for targeted development, supporting delivery of thousands of homes and jobs, and ensuring our communities thrive To fully realise our vision, the Council is committed to working in partnership with the Government to secure stable, fair, and sufficient funding to realise our shared vision for economic growth.   In his letter Cllr Rajawat has invited the Chancellor to visit #Hounslow to demonstrate how we can collaboratively shape a prosperous future. You can read the full letter here: https://lnkd.in/gAdB7PEi

Hounslow Council has welcomed the recent proposed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and the planning system, introduced by the Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner. The Council supports the proposed changes which do not affect Hounslow’s housing target within its Local Plan. More information: https://lnkd.in/eNNMbA8B Hear more from Councillor Tom Bruce:

Today, Hounslow Council's Cabinet Member for Assets, Regeneration & Development, Councillor Tom Bruce, wrote to the Deputy Prime Minister @AngelaRayner MP, to reaffirm his commitment to delivering housing and driving sustainable economic growth! 🌍 Cllr Bruce is eager to work with the government to provide genuinely affordable housing and the infrastructure needed to boost economic and social growth in West London. With over 5,000 homes delivered from 2019 to 2023 and ambitious plans to build 28,800 more by 2041, Hounslow is ready to lead by example. Under Opportunity Hounslow, the town centre masterplans for Brentford, Hounslow, and Feltham will create thousands of homes and jobs, ensuring our communities thrive. As we align with Labour's pledge to build 1.5 million homes nationwide, we're also focused on maintaining the quality and affordability of housing in our borough. Cllr Bruce invited the Secretary of State to visit our borough and work closely with us to meet housing targets and unlock the full potential of Hounslow as a key driver of economic growth in the capital and the UK. Read the full letter here: https://lnkd.in/dX8WNZ3F #HounslowCouncil #AffordableHousing #EconomicGrowth #SustainableDevelopment #Collaboration

Hounslow Council has welcomed the results of the first six months of the expanded ULEZ scheme. Figures released by the GLA show that there has been a 13 per cent reduction in potentially harmful NO2 emissions from cars and a 22 per cent reduction in the levels of particulate matter. At the same time the number of non-compliant vehicles has more than halved with a 53 per cent reduction. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/ewwvYHp4

On International Youth Day, we are launching our Children and Young People’s plan which sets out our commitment and ambitions for children and young people aged 11-25 living in the borough, including those with SEND or in care. Young people can complete a survey on https://lnkd.in/eMmYEKVP and tell us how to make Hounslow a better place for them to live, study and work. In this video, Councillor Samia Chaudhary, Cabinet Member for Education, Children, Skills and Employment talks about the Council’s plan and from our young people. Please forward this message to young people whom you might know and take the survey: https://lnkd.in/eCcJiM7p

We are pleased to announce that Antonia Jennings, CEO at the Centre for London, will be speaking at the upcoming Hounslow Assembly. Having worked in numerous organisations, Antonia promotes new economic thinking and will bring her expertise across progressive local economic development, deepening democracy and sustainable economics.   Set to take place on Wednesday 16 October at the Gtech Community Stadium, the event is an opportunity for people and organisations across Hounslow to come together, discuss central themes and questions, whilst celebrating and learning from each other's successes.    You can book your place at the 2024 Hounslow Assembly here: https://lnkd.in/et_6pn5J   Please contact events@hounslow.gov.uk if you have any food allergies or accessibility needs.

We've teamed up with Brentford FC Community Sports Trust to provide young people on the borough’s housing estates with free football training sessions. Read more here ➡ https://lnkd.in/eUCBRZ6c Brentford Football Club #hounslow #brentford #localnews

The Mayor of Hounslow recently unveiled a one-of-a-kind mosaic on the walkway at Feltham station on 12 July 2024 alongside Seema Malhotra, Member of Parliament for Feltham and Heston and the Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Home Office). The Mosaic was installed by Hounslow Highways and was created by Mural Mosaic, which unites artists from Hounslow and the world together in one powerful collaborative art project.  Feltham was selected to host the national mural for England, which has almost 1,300 tiles painted by people and groups connected to England. The application to host the England mural was submitted by Feltham Station Adoption Group, working with Feltham Community Development Association, and with the support of Hounslow Council and South West Railway. Community group members then liaised with Mural Mosaic and organised the distribution of 100 painting kits to Feltham communities including schools, residents associations, scout and guide groups and voluntary organisations. The painted tiles include a range of different local landmarks, as well as other artwork reflecting local creativity and interests. The 100 painting kits, production of the mural and installation were sponsored by the council.

Hounslow’s Refugee Week in June saw over 900 residents, refugees and people seeking asylum attended a week of community events, hosted by local voluntary groups and charity organisations and funded by Hounslow Council. Read about Sanaa, a refugee from Syria, Alina Luts, co-founder of The Ukrainian Social Club and Shelagh Allsop, Chair of Refugees Welcome Hounslow, who have been supporting people who are forced to leave their home countries. #community #Hounslow #refugees #asylumseekers #refugeeweek #hounslow #london #localnews