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  • Council introduces new HMO licensing scheme

    Hillingdon Council has approved a new boroughwide additional licensing scheme for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), increasing its powers to scrutinise landlords, improve housing conditions, tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) and protect communities.

    Published: 19 February 2026

    Ariel view of a residential street
  • Hillingdon celebrates Year of Reading

    A festival of literature comes to Hillingdon this year, through a range of library events and activities organised by Hillingdon Council to promote literacy and reconnect people with books, to celebrate The National Year of Reading 2026. 

    Published: 13 February 2026

    A woman sits with a small child on her lap reading a book in Uxbridge Children's Library.
  • Hillingdon’s heroes shine at community awards

    Twenty-one remarkable residents, who have supported the vulnerable, inspired active lifestyles and created welcoming spaces for all, were celebrated by Hillingdon Council last night (Tuesday 10 February) at the 2026 Hillingdon Community Awards. 

    Published: 11 February 2026

    Gold award winner Linda Roberts receives her Hillingdon Community Award,
  • Pub owner ordered to pay £11,500 for ignoring planning notice

    The director of a Hayes pub has been ordered to pay more than £11,500 after repeatedly ignoring requests by Hillingdon Council to remove a wooden canopy that had been built alongside the building without planning permission. 

    Published: 02 February 2026

    View of the wooden shelter built on the side of the Great Western pub
  • Get your blood pressure checked this Heart Month

    Hillingdon Council and The Confederation, Hillingdon CIC are working in partnership to host a series of events next month to promote heart health and encourage residents to get their blood pressure checked.  

    Published: 28 January 2026

    Image of a person holding a heart
  • Visit the borough’s Warm Welcome Centres

    Hillingdon Council, in partnership with a range of community organisations, is once again providing a network of warm and welcoming venues for residents to visit for a free hot drink and some company during the colder winter days.

    Published: 28 January 2026

    Image of two people holding hot drinks

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