Wandsworth Council

Wandsworth Council is freezing your Council Tax for the third year in a row. You will continue to pay the lowest Council Tax in the country and we will continue to invest in what matters most to you. Leader of Wandsworth Council, Simon Hogg, says: “Sound financial management is at the heart of everything we do. Wandsworth has one of the lowest levels of debt and some of the highest financial reserves in London, allowing us to freeze the main element of Council Tax and to invest in the services that matter to you – cleaner streets, safer neighbourhoods and a stronger community. Together, we’re making Wandsworth an even better place to live.” wandsworth.gov.uk/freeze

🎉 Congratulations to Roehampton Children’s Library and Wandsworth Town Library for being shortlisted in The British Book Awards’ Library of the Year category! Our libraries are among seven finalists from London, showcasing our commitment to fostering community and promoting literacy. Check The Bookseller website for more details: https://lnkd.in/eZbttu6J #Nibbies #LibraryOfTheYear #WandsworthLibraries #BritishBookAwards

Help make Battersea parkrun happen 🏃♀️ Every Saturday, we support this fantastic event as part of our Wandsworth Moves Together strategy, but it wouldn’t be possible without 50 volunteers each week. 🕒 Just 1-1.5 hours (8:30am to 10am) 👥 Open to all ages & abilities ☕ Join a welcoming community with post-parkrun socials Make a difference – sign up to volunteer: https://lnkd.in/e3h7kPe8 #BatterseaParkrun #Volunteer #WandsworthMovesTogether #parkrun #BatterseaPark

Help make Battersea parkrun happen 🏃♀️ Every Saturday, we support this fantastic event as part of our Wandsworth Moves Together strategy, but it wouldn’t be possible without 50 volunteers each week. 🕒 Just 1-1.5 hours (8:30am to 10am) 👥 Open to all ages & abilities ☕ Join a welcoming community with post-parkrun socials Make a difference – sign up to volunteer: https://lnkd.in/e3h7kPe8 #BatterseaParkrun #Volunteer #WandsworthMovesTogether #parkrun #BatterseaPark

Encouraging healthier choices through better infrastructure: Wandsworth Council’s improvements to Burntwood Lane are designed to make walking and cycling safer and more appealing. With smoother pavements and new crossings already in place, these changes will benefit the whole community. Read more about our commitment to active travel: https://lnkd.in/esnstwtn

Feeling cold, isolated, or just a bit bored? Our community spaces are a great place to meet new people and find support. These spaces are open to everyone to warm up, socialise, and have a hot drink (and in some locations a meal), all totally free of charge. Find your closest space here: https://lnkd.in/eh9F8_4e

On Tuesday 11 March members of Wandsworth’s Voluntary and Community Sector got a chance to have a first look at the new VCS Hub. The hub is nestled within Wandsworth Town Hall and offers: - 24 bookable workstations - Three meeting rooms - A collaborative workspace The space was opened after the launch of the Voluntary Sector Strategy - which sets out a commitment to working together with the VCS to strengthen community impact and ensure organisations have the tools they need to thrive. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eefJCDr2

The foundation of a great borough? Reliable infrastructure. Wandsworth’s Decade of Renewal is improving roads, pavements, and public spaces to benefit everyone.

📚✨ What an incredible day at Battersea Library! Yesterday, we celebrated the launch of the GLL Literary Foundation, bringing together local authors, literary figures, and book lovers to champion storytelling and libraries. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in supporting Wandsworth’s vibrant literary scene. Stay tuned for more exciting initiatives as we continue to invest in our libraries and local talent. Read more about the Foundation’s work in your local library: https://lnkd.in/edv5jz-z

As Social Work Week continues, we celebrate the dedication of professionals like Rasheed Pendry, who transitioned from a career in housing to social work. Reflecting on his journey, Rasheed shares: "I wouldn't hesitate for a second to recommend social work as a career. No two days are the same, and you can make a real difference." His words remind us of the profound impact social workers have in our communities. Read more: https://ow.ly/RaiN50Vm4e1 #SocialWorkWeek