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Digital parking permit pilot scheme gets the green light
- New digital parking permit pilot will launch in Lower Caversham this autumn
- Digital parking permits can be issued instantly
- Visitor permits can be used by the hour, offering better value for money for residents
George Palmer statue gleaming after a good clean
- The George Palmer statue has received a deep clean in anticipation of the opening of the new community pool.
- The statue will form an integral part of the large new pedestrianised area surrounding the sports centre
Temporary Closure of Tilehurst Road Entrance as Reading West Station Transformation Continues
- Tilehurst Road entrance to Reading West Station will be closed to passengers for a number of weeks as GWR carry out improvement works
- Only Oxford Road entrance will be accessible during the work which starts on Monday
- Reading West is being refurbished and modernised by the Council and its partners
Reading Libraries to abolish fines and fees
- Proposal to remove overdue fines and reservation fees
- Aim to remove any potential barriers to library use and encourage more residents to use Reading’s libraries
Further boost to Reading’s leisure centres proposed
- £295,000 for South Reading Leisure Centre pool
- £36,000 for waymarked pedestrian route for vision impaired users at Palmer Park
Reading Council wins prestigious national accolade for Reading Arts & Venues
- Reading shortlisted in four categories and for Council of the Year award
- Awards recognises the best and most innovative local authorities
- Winning award celebrates Reading’s Arts & Venues team
Residents Invited to Public Events in Reading to Mark the Passing and Funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
- A Civic Memorial Service, a National Moment of Reflection and the screening of the funeral in Forbury Gardens all take place in Reading over the coming days
- The three public events offer residents the opportunity to come together again to mourn and pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Council Proposes Opening Up Station Subway to Cyclists
- Council is proposing removing the cycling restriction along Reading Station Subway which has been in place since it opened in 2013
- Removing low ceilings panels and improved lighting also form part of the proposals
Future of Sidmouth Street Cycle Lane to be Considered Next Week
- Recommendation to make the fully segregated cycle lane at Sidmouth Street permanent
- Cycle lane is a stepping stone to improved cycle links in the area when funding becomes available
- Councillors will discuss the recommendation next week