Community hubs to help in cost-of-living crisis
Four community hubs have been set up across the borough by Ealing Council – offering advice, internet access and a family-friendly place to relax. If you do not have access to the internet at home or need additional help in accessing support, you are welcome to drop into your nearest community hub, where the council […]
Citizens’ tribunal: ‘This is not a tick-box exercise’
“I can’t do the whole world, but I can be part of Ealing’s solutions,” said the woman who is chairing the new citizens’ tribunal set up by Ealing Council, which met for the first time this month. An already active member of the community, Denise Charles is head of curriculum at West London College and […]
£6million to help those with addiction problems
Ealing Council is to invest nearly £2million in continuing to offer addiction support to rough sleepers – and a further £4million so it can strengthen the help it provides to other residents with drug and alcohol misuse problems. Councillor Aysha Raza, the council’s cabinet member for tackling inequality, said: “This investment will make a long-term, […]
Common Sense with Money #2
We are happy to bring you this regular Common Sense With Money feature by Steve Allen, the business manager of London Community Bank (formerly Hillingdon Credit Union). He provides tips and help with managing your money and providing ways to reduce save money and improve your finances – especially useful given the cost-of-living issues we […]
Ealing honours its COVID-19 heroes
At a time of crisis, the borough came together. During the COVID-19 pandemic, communities united to help support one another and Ealing Together – a collaboration between charities, local groups, businesses and concerned residents – was formed. The council honoured some of our local COVID-19 heroes at the Ealing Together Honours celebration on Saturday, 15 […]
Citizens’ tribunal meets for first time
A new citizens’ tribunal, set up by the council, has held its first meeting. The tribunal met on 13 October, where it set out its initial priorities, best practice and ways of working to ensure the recommendations of Ealing Race Equality Commission (EREC) are delivered. The citizens’ tribunal aims to provide an extra level of […]
Rising energy costs and where to find help
UPDATED ON 17 OCTOBER AFTER GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT Households are facing rising energy costs – and the price cap rise on 1 October (Saturday) is causing widespread concern about how some will be able to afford to heat and power their homes. Here, we try to explain what has happened – and where you might be […]
Got an idea to boost the community or your area?
Have you got an idea for how to help your local community flourish? Pitch your project to Ealing Council and it might support you with up to £10,000 – and also help you with advice to crowdfund the rest. The council’s Ealing Together Fund is here to give you the means to get your idea […]
Your memories of the Queen’s visits
When we published our history article last week, by Dr Jonathan Oates, on a couple of Queen Elizabeth’s visits to the borough, we asked you for your own memories. The previous piece looked at visits in 1946 and 1985. However, two of the photos on this page were supplied by resident June Lucas, who was […]
Warmth in the home, money in the pocket
“I’m really pleased with it. I noticed the warmth in the house was greatly improved immediately.” Maureen (not her real name) was delighted with a total transformation of her Acton home this spring thanks to work carried out under Ealing Council’s Green Homes Grant: Local Authority Delivery Scheme (GHG:LAD). It will keep her warm, cut […]
Around Ealing magazine – autumn 2022
Welcome to the autumn 2022 edition of Around Ealing magazine. It is available to view (below) as a PDF or as an interactive version. The delivery of autumn edition of Around Ealing was delayed after the sad news of the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II on 8 September. The magazine was printed in advance […]
Paying respects to an extraordinary life
Since the sad news came of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II last week, residents across all seven towns of Ealing have come together to collectively mourn Her Majesty and reflect, with gratitude, on her remarkable reign, writes council leader Peter Mason. The council has opened a book of condolence in Ealing Town Hall for […]
