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Water Fest 2024-2

Reading part of groundbreaking national pilot to drive sustainability in outdoor events

  • Ten local authorities, including Reading, trial Green Events Code of Practice (GECoP) to introduce new minimum environmental standards
  • Findings from 60 music, sports and community events demonstrate overwhelming support for nationally aligned standards
Victoria Park Oxford Rd Primary

New Victoria Park Playground Open For Play Ahead Of Schedule

  • Investment of £462,000 in Victoria Park, George Street, RG1
  • Outdoor gym to follow in time for Summer 2025
Henley Road Cemetery

Council Recommends Returning Allotments to Cemetery Land

  • Recommendation to return Henley Road allotments to cemetery land to be considered following consultation
  • Burial space in Reading expected to run out by 2030