https://media.reading.gov.uk/ News from Reading Borough Council en-GB PRgloo 6a9696879b66a80f49d4beb4 https://media.reading.gov.uk/news/upgrade-for-south-reading-and-meadway-leisure-centres Featured <ul> <li><strong>Refurbishment of gyms with brand-new equipment for strength and cardio training</strong></li> <li><strong>Local leisure centres also offer swimming, indoor sports halls, outdoor sports facilities and classes</strong></li> </ul> Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:14:00 Z 6a905796f757efa545c5d6e6 https://media.reading.gov.uk/news/waste-collection-delays-following-vehicle-fleet-issues Featured <ul> <li><strong>Waste collection delays expected due to electrical faults with vehicles</strong></li> <li><strong>Missed collections should be rectified by Saturday 29 August</strong></li> <li><strong>Council engaged with manufacturer in search of a solution</strong></li> </ul> Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:09:00 Z 6a901bb1f757efa545c5d0e2 https://media.reading.gov.uk/news/residents-asked-to-check-they-are-flood-ready Featured <ul> <li><strong>Households advised to prepare for wetter weather after a long dry summer</strong></li> <li><strong>Council will be carrying out cleansing and inspections of gullies and leaf sweeping</strong></li> </ul> Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:19:00 Z 6a8c18a9f757efa545c59c7f https://media.reading.gov.uk/news/reading-post-16-transport-policy-consultation-goes-live Featured <ul> <li><strong>Consultation launched on Post-16 Transport Policy</strong></li> <li><strong>Aimed at promoting independence and making best use of public resources</strong></li> <li><strong>Details of face-to-face events being held on the proposed changes to follow.</strong></li> </ul> Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:16:00 Z 6a86b2d93b185bb83e5069e6 https://media.reading.gov.uk/news/reading-students-collect-gcse-results Featured <ul> <li><strong>Students collecting GCSE results on Thursday morning</strong></li> <li><strong>Elevate careers service on hand to offer support</strong></li> <li><strong>Lead member wishes all good luck in the future</strong></li> </ul> Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:55:00 Z 6a8451123b185bb83e504885 https://media.reading.gov.uk/news/reading-festival-takes-centre-stage-again-26 Featured <ul> <li><strong>Everything you need to know about Reading Festival 2026</strong></li> <li><strong>Information on keeping safe, traffic, parking, temporary traffic management changes, getting to the site, residents hotline number, and what is being done to minimise the impact on the environment&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:07:00 Z 6a7d7cb73b185bb83e5015f8 https://media.reading.gov.uk/news/reading-students-collect-a-level-results Featured <ul> <li><strong>Students receive their A-level, T-level, BTEC, and Level 3 vocational grades</strong></li> <li><strong>Careers service available for education, training or employment support</strong></li> <li><strong>Lead Councillor congratulates young people across Reading.</strong></li> </ul> Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:15:00 Z 6a7b11063b185bb83e500109 https://media.reading.gov.uk/news/tap-for-reading-extended-to-boost-donations-supporting-people-experiencing-homelessness Featured <ul> <li><strong>Tap for Reading is the best way to donate to those in need in the town</strong></li> <li><strong>Donations ensure vital help to those rough sleeping whilst discouraging aggressive begging</strong></li> <li><strong>Residents asked to keep adding to the £7,400 already donated</strong></li> </ul> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:09:00 Z 6a79f2ba3b185bb83e4ff92e https://media.reading.gov.uk/news/help-create-a-unique-cultural-landmark-in-reading <ul> <li>Residents invited to join free workshops throughout August to help paint a one-of-a-kind mural comprising cutting-edge solar panels</li> <li>The interactive Solar Mural will include lights, sound and sensors that respond to passers-by at New Directions College</li> </ul> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 08:46:00 Z 6a79a0d73b185bb83e4fef4e https://media.reading.gov.uk/news/programme-of-major-road-resurfacing-announced Featured <ul> <li><strong>Seventeen sections of main road to be resurfaced over the next five weeks</strong></li> <li><strong>Latest schedule of works continues significant Council investment in highways improvements</strong></li> </ul> Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:02:00 Z