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/
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
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
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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
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