Apprentices giving back to the community
“It’s really rewarding being able to give back to the community”, said Inthusha – one of a team of Ealing Council apprentices who recently spent the day volunteering at Hanwell Zoo. The council’s apprenticeship scheme enables people to gain new skills, and they can now add preparing a new home for the animals to their […]
Supporting innovation and jobs in Greenford
A new partnership has been created by Ealing Council, aiming to generate a new wave of business growth and local career opportunities in Greenford. Announced last week, the Greenford Innovation Partnership will connect industries, landowners, schools, training, research and other key stakeholders, to boost innovation and growth in sustainable manufacturing, logistics and other key sectors. […]
Council steps in on HMOs
Ealing Council is set to adopt new planning regulations which will give it more control over the rise in the number of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) in the borough. At its meeting on Wednesday 4 September, the council’s planning committee agreed to make 2 directions under Article 4 of the Town and Country Planning […]
Open for autumn fun
Summer has ended but the fun hasn’t stopped. There are still some exciting autumn activities to enjoy this month. Southall Manor House and Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery open their doors to visitors this September as part of Open House Festival. Open House Festival celebrates London’s buildings, neighbourhoods and special sites by holding open days […]
Celebrating Southall Wellbeing Way
Residents and garden lovers are invited to a celebratory event to help plant the new Lockkeepers’ Cottage community garden at Glade Lane Canalside Park/Norwood Bottom Lock. London’s Deputy Mayor for Environment and Energy, Mete Coban, and Councillor Blerina Hashani, the council’s cabinet member for thriving communities, will meet with members of the Southall community, on […]
Tennis courts all set after renovations
Tennis courts in 7 of the borough’s parks have been given a new lease of life thanks to more than £250,000 of investment from the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA). Improvements have been made to 14 courts in Churchfield Recreation Ground, Elthorne Park, Ravenor Park, Southfields Recreation Ground, Spikes Bridge Park and Wolf Fields. In addition […]
Opening doors for young people in film
Young people are being offered a vital first step to a career in the film and television industries thanks to Ealing Council’s film team and youth workers. The West London Film Office (WLFO) has worked with major production companies to offer young people valuable work experience on film sets in and around the borough, working […]
Protection for babies and older people this winter
A new vaccine offers protection for babies and older people from respirator syncytial virus (RSV) lung infections this winter. Every year thousands of babies and older people are hospitalised because of lung infections which can lead to death. But this year, pregnant women and older people are encouraged to get protection from RSV with a […]
A-level and GCSE results days 2024
Students anxiously opened up envelopes at schools across the borough last week to find out their A-level results. Today it is GCSE students’ turn – good luck to everyone. As we went to press, the percentage of A-level results in local schools of grade B or above was provisionally standing at just over 57% – […]
Ealing Council’s ‘platinum’ planning service
Ealing Council has been ranked within the top 12 planning authorities in the country and provides a ‘platinum’ decision-making service, according to a top industry publication. Planning magazine used national data to grade all 337 English authorities on their decision-making performance, highlighting the councils with the best track records for delivering prompt, sound verdicts. The […]
Turn your hobby into a business
Are you over 50 and feeling like you might be ready to turn your hobby or passion into a business? Well, a course could help you turn that thought into a reality. Starting on 19 September, Startup School for Seniors is an 8-week, part-time online course to help you do just that. It provides you […]
Childcare funding – don’t miss out
If your child is under 5 you could be eligible for support with the cost of childcare – but you need to apply before 31 August. The borough has more than 300 Ofsted registered early years providers that provide care and education for children aged from 3 months to 5 years. These include childminders, nurseries […]
