A new home for Ealing’s online library services
Residents can access the borough’s online library services through the council website. You can now log on to www.ealing.gov.uk/libraries to complete all online library transactions, including renewing and ordering books. This follows the decision to bring the borough’s library service back under direct control of the council, following the liquidation of the public services provider Carillion. This […]
More Mobikes for Ealing
There will soon be 2,000 Mobike ‘smart bikes’ across the borough after the company decided to expand its presence in Ealing in response to increased demand from residents. In February it will create 70 new Mobike parking hubs across the borough. This will make the scheme more widely accessible. The expansion follows discussions between the […]
Gunnersbury Park to host Lovebox and Citadel festivals
Ealing and Hounslow councils have reached an agreement with Festival Republic to host the annual Lovebox and Citadel Festivals in Gunnersbury Park. Lovebox will take place on Friday, 13 and Saturday, 14 July with Citadel following on Sunday, 15 July. Lovebox will be announcing their first wave of talent on Tuesday, 13 February, and Citadel […]
A new look for North Acton Tube Station
People using North Acton Underground Station or visiting the surrounding area are set to benefit from brand new green spaces, safer infrastructure and easier access to the station thanks to a scheme which got under way earlier this month. The council is transforming this vacant site in the heart the area, which was formerly a […]
Changes to Ealing library service as it is brought ‘in-house’
The decision has been taken to bring Ealing library service back under the direct control of Ealing Council. This move will ensure continuity of service for library users and allow time for all the options for the future of the service to be reviewed and considered. For some time the council has been closely monitoring […]
Build your cycling confidence
Gain confidence on your bicycle, with our new free group cycle training. The sessions which are being introduced on a trial basis start in February. The fun group sessions are suitable for anyone aged over 16 who can already cycle, and who would like to improve their skills and feel more confident on the road. […]
Views welcome for proposed PSPO outside Marie Stopes clinic
Ealing Council is asking for views on a proposed Safe Zone outside the Marie Stopes clinic on Mattock Lane. The Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) is being proposed in Ealing to stop harassment and intimidation for women visiting the clinic and also improve the quality of life for residents. The proposed area is the length […]
Ealing would strike the right note if made Borough of Culture
Ealing is one of 22 London boroughs currently vying for the chance to become Borough of Culture. And two local music organisations are hopeful our borough is ‘well placed’ to have a chance of winning. Ealing’s Borough of Culture bid is currently being considered by the Mayor of London with a decision to be announced […]
Gunnersbury Park soon to be sporting a new look
Gunnersbury Park is entering a new era as ambitious plans for brand new sports facilities and painstakingly restored heritage are nearing fruition. Work to create the Gunnersbury Park sports hub is now underway, meaning local people will soon be able to take their pick from a huge range of activities to help them get moving […]
Safe zone consultation agreed outside Marie Stopes clinic
Ealing Council’s cabinet members have agreed to undertake a public consultation on a potential Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) around the Marie Stopes clinic on Mattock Lane, Ealing. During the meeting held on Tuesday, 16 January 2018, cabinet considered 11 options identified by council officers to manage troubling behaviours outside the clinic. The options included […]
Your chance to take part in the Mini London Marathon
The council is putting together a team of talented young athletes to represent Ealing at the Virgin Money Giving Mini London Marathon . The three-mile race is the official British Athletics road championships for young runners aged 11 to 17. Anyone who wants to be considered for the Ealing team is being asked to attend […]
Bright ideas for energy saving in Ealing
A major upgrade of Ealing’s street lights was recently completed which will see energy saving technology helping the council deliver a greener and more cost-effective service. The council has worked in partnership with its current lighting contractor, SSE Enterprise, and lighting technology company Mayflower to transition the Borough’s 20,000 standard street lamps to environmentally friendly […]