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More British Citizens Living Abroad can Register to Vote in the General Election
- More British citizens living abroad now eligible to vote in a General Election following a change in legislation
- Those that have previously lived in or been registered to vote in the UK now have the right to vote in Parliamentary elections, regardless of how long they have lived outside the UK
Let’s Sing Reading open to all vocalists as it returns for 2024
- Mayor of Reading's annual choir competition will now also feature soloists, duets, and groups
- Live final at the Hexagon will raise money for the Mayoral charities
Reading’s evening of reflection marking Holocaust Memorial Day 2024
- Annual Civic event to commemorate victims of the Holocaust will be held on 24 January 2024
- The free event will feature speakers, choral performances, and a candle lighting ceremony
New Council Homes for Reading’s Key Workers to Open
- 15 key workers in Reading are set to move into new affordable homes
- Development makes use of the former Arthur Hill pool site, and maintains the front facade of the building
- The homes are part of the Council's £110m investment in over 400 new homes between 2021 and 2025
Flagship New Library and Civic Centre Reception Redesign given go ahead
- Planning Applications Committee approve transformation of Civic Offices
- Civic Offices to become home of new modern Central Library
- A redesigned reception for improved customer services
- Work possible due to the government’s £19.1million investment into the town’s culture
Residents Invited to Vote on Design For New Westfield Road Recreation Ground Play Area
- Three exciting designs for residents to choose from.
- Investment of £200,000 in the new Westfield Road Recreation Ground play area part of £1m Council investment in play facilities for children.
Plans for six new bus lanes recommended for approval
- New bus lane proposals to be considered at Council committee meeting
- Schemes aim to make bus journeys even faster and more reliable
- Council committed to improving environment and air quality for Reading residents
New buzz service to connect south Reading with Green Park Station
- South Reading residents to have new hourly link to Green Park Station six days per week
- New buzz 9 service part of the Council’s £26m Bus Service Improvement Plan
Residents urged to be scam-smart this Christmas
- Avoid counterfeit goods this Christmas
- Steer clear of dangerous toys online
- Don’t be tempted to borrow money from unscrupulous loan sharks
Creative Grants Available for Local Residents
Council joining forces with Creative Lives, a national charity that promotes taking part in creative activity to boost well-being and help people feel connected to the place where they live.