https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:37:02 +0000 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:37:02 +0000 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/299/council-opens-doors-to-hillingdon-s-fascinating-past Visitors will get an exclusive chance to see some of the borough’s most distinctive heritage sites as Hillingdon Council celebrates the Open House Festival 2026 next month. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:26:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/298/council-helps-to-deliver-new-home-for-uxbridge-post-office Two temporary Post Office counters are due to open in the Civic Centre in Uxbridge on Thursday 6 August from 9am, after Hillingdon Council stepped in to ensure the continuation of the vital service following the closure of the High Street branch in May. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:10:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/297/council-challenges-mayor-s-plan-over-significant-threat-to-hillingdon-s-green-belt Hillingdon Council has announced its opposition to the Mayor of London's draft London Plan, warning that it would place a disproportionate burden on the borough by requiring more green belt development than anywhere else in London while failing to address the uncertainty surrounding Heathrow expansion. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:58:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/296/council-launches-survivor-led-project-to-further-improve-housing-services Hillingdon Council is inviting its tenants and leaseholders who have experienced domestic abuse or violence against women and girls (VAWG) to join a new programme designed to ensure survivors' voices help shape its housing services. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/295/council-unveils-plans-for-two-new-care-homes-and-affordable-housing Hillingdon Council has agreed proposals, subject to planning approval, to create two much-needed modern care homes and two new affordable family-sized properties to directly support residents’ needs. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:19:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/294/council-to-widen-support-for-pupils-with-send Hillingdon Council will expand therapy services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) helping schools to meet pupils' needs earlier. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:44:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/293/ambitious-economic-strategy-unveiled-to-deliver-wealth-of-opportunities Hillingdon Council has launched a bold new Growth Plan, Hillingdon Our Vision for Growth, setting out its long-term vision to transform the borough’s economy and ensure the benefits are shared by every community. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:51:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/292/national-recognition-of-council-s-children-s-services-expertise Hillingdon Council has been selected by the Department for Education (DfE) to support improvements in children’s services across other local authorities, a significant national endorsement recognising its own improvement, expertise and leadership. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:55:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/291/council-motion-seeks-support-to-protect-residents-from-heathrow-expansion Hillingdon Council is calling on the government to provide sustained funding and meaningful engagement to protect its communities and council services from the impact of Heathrow expansion proposals. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:07:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/290/council-revokes-uxbridge-venue-s-wedding-licence-to-stop-disruption Hillingdon Council has withdrawn Abshar Grand Suites’ right to host marriages and civil partnership ceremonies at Hillingdon House after repeated events caused significant nuisance for nearby residents. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/289/residents-encouraged-to-help-shape-council-s-local-plan Hillingdon Council has launched a consultation, under the government’s revised planning process, as the first stage towards preparing its new Local Plan. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:39:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/288/reading-challenge-continues-council-s-summer-of-fun A music-themed initiative encouraging children to read during the school holidays is the next event in Hillingdon Council's stellar line-up of activities and events for families this summer. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:28:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/287/rogue-traders-ordered-to-pay-thousands-in-compensation Two roofers who charged a customer more than double the amount originally agreed and left the job unfinished have been ordered to pay £26,400 compensation, following an investigation by Hillingdon Council's Trading Standards team.  Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:07:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/286/new-family-hub-expands-vital-council-support Hillingdon Council has celebrated the opening of its new family hub in West Drayton, bringing together a range of support services for children, young people and families in one accessible location.  Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:35:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/285/council-expands-household-waste-services Hillingdon Council is delighted to announce new arrangements giving residents more choices and making it easier to dispose of household waste with access to a new recycling centre and the continuation of its popular Pop-Up Waste Drop service.  Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/284/mayor-s-picnic-brings-summer-fun-to-west-drayton Families are being invited to join Hillingdon Council’s free afternoon of fun activities and entertainment at its Mayor's Picnic in the Park on Saturday 11 July, from midday until 5pm. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/283/council-upgrades-to-civic-amenity-access-to-drive-wider-improvements Work to enhance accessibility to Hillingdon Council’s Harefield Civic Amenity Site is set to begin this autumn, paving the way for future upgrades that will improve residents’ experience. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:32:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/282/stolen-blue-badge-misuse-costs-west-drayton-man-1-500 A father has been ordered to pay more than £1,500 after being caught using a stolen Blue Badge in Hillingdon. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:01:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/281/festival-of-crime-literature-returns-with-bestselling-authors- Hillingdon Council's crime-writing festival is back for 2026 with its biggest line-up yet, as more than 15 bestselling authors take to the stage at the Winston Churchill Theatre on Saturday 13 June.  Fri, 29 May 2026 09:27:00 +0100 https://pre.hillingdon.gov.uk/news/article/280/new-leisure-centre-makes-a-splash Hillingdon Council’s Platinum Jubilee Leisure Centre in West Drayton welcomed more than 2,000 visitors for a weekend of free fun events and activities on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May.  Thu, 28 May 2026 09:19:00 +0100