Reading Launches Free Toothbrushing Programme for 1,800 Children to Tackle Rising Rates of Tooth Decay
- Over a third of 5-year-olds in Reading suffer from tooth decay
- 1,800 children across the borough will receive free toothpaste, toothbrushes and brushing sessions
Doorstep glass collections set to be introduced in Reading
- Kerbside glass collections set to be approved next week
- Service would begin in April 2027
- Residents encouraged to keep using Reading's 40+ bottle banks until then
Reading foster carers celebrated at annual awards ceremony
- Reading's foster carers celebrated at the Jazz Cafe in November
- Mayor of Reading presented a series of awards
- Guests enjoyed entertainment and a raffle
More people turning to public transport as Reading receives £9.4m boost from Government
- All four Reading railway stations see increase in use with Reading West passenger numbers up by 43%
- Reading has third highest bus use per head of population in England outside of London
- More than £9m Government funding announced for further bus service improvements in Reading over four years
New bus stop information displays installed with audio
- Improved real-time passenger information displays installed at 101 bus stops and shelters around the borough
- New equipment includes audio service announcements for passengers
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Saving lives with the fire service has led to the council receiving a partnership award
- Fire safety at the forefront of Adult Social Care work
- Working closely with the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service
- Fires have been prevented and lives saved due to the work
University of Reading joins the Council’s annual Christmas Carol celebration
- Council teams up with the University of Reading for this year’s festive event at Reading Minster
- Carols, readings from local dignitaries and university guests, plus performances by the University Choir
- Free entry on Thu 18 Dec, doors open 6:15 pm, BSL interpreted, with refreshments after the service
Reading Launches Free Toothbrushing Programme for 1,800 Children to Tackle Rising Rates of Tooth Decay
- Over a third of 5-year-olds in Reading suffer from tooth decay
- 1,800 children across the borough will receive free toothpaste, toothbrushes and brushing sessions
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