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Only Three Weeks Left to Renew Postal Votes
- 6,580 residents may lose their opportunity to vote by post unless they take action before 31 January
- Final reminder emails being sent to residents next week
- The quickest and simplest way for postal voters to reapply is online at https://www.gov.uk/apply-postal-vote
Reading Residents Stub Out Smoking as Rates Hit Record Low
- As the new year begins, smoking rates in Reading have fallen to a record low
- Council operates a range of stop smoking initiatives at https://www.smokefreelifeberkshire.com/
Thames Valley devolution expression of interest submitted to government
- Expression of interest letter to create a mayoral strategic authority within the Thames Valley has been submitted to government
Pupils celebrate improvement works at Park Lane Primary School
- Council school building project includes new windows, roof insulation, LED lighting, EV charging, new library space, additional classroom provision, reception areas and playgrounds
- Energy efficiency measures have reduced the school’s carbon footprint by more than 41 tonnes of CO2
- Pupils’ artwork helps create storytelling panels highlighting school’s Climate Managers' action group and celebrating local nature and landmarks within Tilehurst.
Rising Demand for Council Services Continues to Drive Financial Pressures
- Increased demand on vital Council services continues to put pressure on budget
- Additional funding planned to care for vulnerable children and adults
- Council’s Medium Term Financial Strategy Update to be discussed tomorrow in preparation for next year’s budget setting
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
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