Asian Community Concern: support for Southall

A teacher overseeing work by three Asian women in a classroom setting

“I feel happy when I see the smiles of people whose lives we’ve been able to make a difference to. It’s not about business or making money. Helping others and seeing positive changes in their lives is what I find fulfilling and motivating.” This is what Philomina Noel, founder of a voluntary organisation in Southall, […]

Putting residents first in the planning process

Aerial view of Ealing town featuring tops of buildings. Ealing Council has appointed some leading planning, sustainability, and urban design experts to play a lead role in what is already one of the best planning authorities in the country.

Ealing Council has appointed some leading planning, sustainability, and urban design experts to play a lead role in what is already one of the best planning authorities in the country. The new officers will complement work already under way, including the new Local Plan, which was recently submitted to the Planning Inspectorate. The plan sets […]

More homes coming soon in Southall

Two tall building blocks under construction at Merrick Place, featuring cranes and scaffolding against a clear sky. 2

Residents are set to benefit from more affordable homes in Southall, thanks to a £157million regeneration project at Merrick Place. The project will include 42 genuinely affordable homes, to let at London Affordable Rent, which is priced to meet the needs of local people on lower incomes. A further 132 homes will be available as […]

Grants for black-led community organisations

Man and boy eating breakfast together

10 black-led organisations will receive £5,000 of funding thanks to a new programme to help address health inequalities in the borough. The Ealing Roots & Wings grant programme aims to empower underrepresented voices, address health challenges and build stronger, more inclusive communities within the borough. It has been backed by the NHS and developed in […]

Top tips to stop smoking in 2025

Road sign reading Quit Smoking

As we enter the new year, for many smokers, one resolution will be at the front of their minds – quitting smoking for good. That’s why we’re shining a spotlight on 2 new initiatives, which we hope will make your next attempt the best one yet. This January, Ealing Council is backing the 5 for […]

Cracking down on unlawful HMOs

Close up of man in high vis jacket holding clipboard and pen. The council is stepping up HMO inspections.

A rigorous programme of housing inspections is in full swing as part of an Ealing Council clampdown on rogue landlords. Inspections of houses of multiple occupation (HMOs) are being ramped up in Ealing borough, in response to concerns raised by residents. The inspections aim to make sure that landlords are complying with regulations and providing […]

Breaking ground on more homes in South Acton

At the construction site of a South Acton estate, 5 adults wear high-visibility jackets and construction helmets, stood in a line, posing for a photo.

The regeneration of a South Acton estate hit a new milestone last week. Ealing Council leader Peter Mason broke the first ground on the site at Acton Gardens during a special ceremony on Wednesday 4 December. During this new phase of the work at the estate, 215 more homes are set to be built, including […]

Get support over winter 

Houses in snow. Copyright Mark Hemsworth (used with permission of Green Deal)

As we enter the colder months, the rising costs of winter can be a worrying time for many families, older and vulnerable people in the borough. Here are 5 top tips about the wide range of support that you can access from Ealing Council and its partners to help you keep warm, well and get […]

Start 2025 by recycling your Christmas tree

A Christmas tree

Although many of your Christmas trees may not have been up for long, you can plan to help give it a new life after the decorations come down – by sending it for recycling. Between Monday 6 January to Friday 24 January 2025, you can simply leave your tree at the front edge of your […]

Young artists shine in Christmas card competition

2024 Christmas card winner, Bianca Mocanescu, holding her winning design, standing in between her mother and Councillor Peter Mason.

Around 150 talented young artists entered their dazzling entries into Ealing Council’s annual Christmas card competition, and after much deliberation the winners have now been decided. Children across the borough were invited to design a Christmas card that will be used by the Leader of the council, Peter Mason, alongside cabinet members and senior council […]

World Aids Day – tackling HIV stigma

Ealing Council's building lit up red for World Aids Day

On Sunday (1 December) Ealing Council’s Perceval House building was lit up red and flew the World Aids Day flag, in support of those living with or affected by HIV.   Free HIV tests and other support services have been offered to people, with a mobile testing unit travelling around the borough, as part of a […]

Have your say on electric vehicle charging

A parked car connected to an electric vehicle charging station.

People who live or work in the borough are invited to have their say on Ealing Council’s proposed electric vehicle (EV) strategy, and to share their views and experiences of EV charging. The council has set up 2 consultations, which are now open: The surveys will close on 6 January 2025, and your view and […]

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