Council to Call for Boundary Change Between Reading and West Berkshire
- Council to request change to the boundary between Reading and West Berkshire
- Request is in response to Oxfordshire reorganisation proposals to create a new 'Ridgeway' council
- Many West Berkshire residents have a strong connection to Reading and regularly commute into the town for work, leisure, education or to use other facilities
Council Cost of Living Vouchers Sent to 4,000 Reading Households
- 4,000 Reading households will soon receive a cost of living voucher from the Council as part of its Household Support Fund scheme
- Families who have a child eligible for Pupil Premium Free School Meals and around 240 Reading care leavers will receive the vouchers
Orbit Footbridge Repair to Begin
- A £495,000 investment in repair and refurbishment of Orbit Footbridge starts on Monday
- Work should take 16 weeks to complete, reopening in late October
- A diversion is in place for pedestrians, water traffic can still operate
Have Your Say on Crime and Safety in Reading
- Residents encouraged to have their say on crime and safety in Reading
- Annual survey open now - link below
- Responses will help shape future strategies to make Reading safer
Water Fest 2025 Bumper Programme Of Events And Activities
- Water Fest returns for its 36th year on Saturday 28 June 2025, in partnership with the Kennet and Avon Canal Trust
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Council to Call for Boundary Change Between Reading and West Berkshire
- Council to request change to the boundary between Reading and West Berkshire
- Request is in response to Oxfordshire reorganisation proposals to create a new 'Ridgeway' council
- Many West Berkshire residents have a strong connection to Reading and regularly commute into the town for work, leisure, education or to use other facilities
Water Fest As Popular As Ever For 36th Year
- Water Fest returned for its 36th year on Saturday, in partnership with the Kennet and Avon Canal Trust
- More than 11,000 visitors enjoyed the annual celebration
New South Reading Skatepark
Whitley’s brand new skatepark has opened at John Rabson’s Recreation Ground for skateboard, BMX and scooter enthusiasts, both young and old to enjoy.
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