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Carol Service 2025

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
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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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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