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A selection of news feeds from the websites of our affiliate organisations, plus other relevant public local and nearby sources, including mention of ‘Hammersmith’, ‘OPDC’, ‘Old Oak’ or ‘Shepherds Bush’ in Parliament and by the GLA, the council’s cabinet, economy, arts, sports, and public realm PAC, and planning committee feeds. See also: the geographically broader Architecture & Construction News page.
We select the most relevant news from these sources over the last week, and add our diary and our own recent news for our roundup email Hammersmith Weekly, to which you can ✉ subscribe.
This list shows two stories from each source, latest first; the home page version (side-bar) shows one story. To read an entire story, click on its headline or read-more link, which will take you to the source website.
Please note that these are unfiltered news articles from a variety of affiliates and other sources identified by name, who are solely responsible for the publishing of their content.
- Lewis Baston: Lib Dem Sutton by-election win underlines trouble London’s Tories are inThere was a single borough by-election on Thursday, 22 May 2025, a Liberal Democrat defence in Sutton’s Carshalton South & Clockhouse ward. With next year’s full borough elections less than a year away, its result could be a significant straw in the wind Although Sutton has been Lib Dem-controlled since 1990, it is not – in contrast to the party’s other strongholds, Richmond-upon-Thames and Kingston-upon-Thames – without competition or political variety. There is a north-south… Read more »
- Hackney: Woodberry Down revisited
Hackney Council concluded at the end of the last century that it could no longer afford to throw good money after bad at the Woodberry Down estate. The first residents had moved in in 1948 and social housing historian John Boughton tells us that by 1953 there were 6,500 people living in nearly 1,800 council homes there. For a while it was a bit of a showpiece. But you already know what happened next. Within… Read more » - Free Outdoor Table Tennis Returns to TV CentreOutdoor Table Tennis is back at TV Centre on Wood Lane; the owners of upscale housing development and TV Sound Stages have put up a big screen for visitors to watch summer sports, and also two outdoor tennis tables for summer entertainment. Kids WelcomeTV Centre even provide free table tennis bats and balls - though it's advisable to bring your own. Table Tennis at TV CentreYou can bring your kids, and grownups who don't fancy playing can… Read more »
- Donate old and unused laptops and bring positive impact to the communityHammersmith BID continues to support sustainability initiatives to help our community and businesses be greener. This spring 2025, consider contacting SocialBox.Biz about your old MacBooks and laptops from your offices instead of discarding them. With SocialBox.Biz’s MacBook and Laptop Reuse Initiative, you can donate Apple iPhones, iPads, MacBooks and other laptops. These can then be given to individuals who are most in need of them. By participating in this initiative, you can help change lives… Read more »
- Coldstream Guards given Freedom of the Borough by West London council for their 'sacrifice'The Coldstream Guards' 17 Company has been based in Hammersmith and Fulham since it was formed as part of the London Guards in May 2018 Read more »
- Chiswick Station Footbridge to Close for Over Six WeeksPassengers will need to use Grove Park Bridge to get to opposite platform Read more »
- What does inclusive growth look like? touring Barking & Dagenham with Darren RodwellThe push for economic growth continues to dominate government policy across multiple agendas, including climate and housing, and local... Read more »
- Nature Restoration could be weakenedThe lawyer Simon Ricketts has published comments on the Government’s proposals in Part 3 of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill for a Nature Restoration Levy to be paid by developers and the use of Environmental Delivery Plans (EDPs). See the lawyer’s comments here. He points to evidence that organisations have given on the Bill indicating that there could be a weakening or reduction in current levels of environmental protection. Various detailed recommended changes have been… Read more »
- Front garden competition. Enter by June 1stHave you or your neighbour got a beautiful front garden, window box or street tree pit? If so, you could enter the Hammersmith & Fulham... Read more »
- Meeting held: Wednesday, 21st May, 2025 8.00 pm, Full CouncilFull Council: Wednesday, 21st May, 2025 8.00 pm Read more »
- Meeting held: Wednesday, 21st May, 2025 7.00 pm, Full CouncilFull Council: Wednesday, 21st May, 2025 7.00 pm Read more »
- The Kensington Society 2024-2025 annual is now availableThe Kensington Society 2024-2025 annual was recently sent out to all members. As always, it is full of interesting articles about art, history and planning. Those who haven't received it, can download it or read it online here. The post The Kensington Society 2024-2025 annual is now available appeared first on The Kensington Society. Read more »
- The 'completely neglected' West London road where residents say people 'have weed in our front gardens'Hammersmith and Fulham Council says it is taking 'real action' to clean up Uxbridge Road, from patrols by its Law Enforcement Team to paying to improve shopfronts Read more »
- Dartmoor camping: government must follow up supreme court victoryWelcoming the unanimous supreme court judgment, that there is a legal right to backpack camp on Dartmoor’s commons, we have called on the government to ensure that this, and other, access rights are extended nationwide. In a statement released as the court’s decision was announced today, the society’s general secretary, Kate Ashbrook, declared: ‘If Darwall v Dartmoor[1] is to be a truly landmark decision, the government must act to ensure a right to sleep under… Read more »
- Supporting London’s Evening and Night Time Economy (without annoying its residents)The evening and night-time economy (ENTE) in London is significant, it contributes 8-10% of London’s GVA and provides 1 in 8 jobs. ENTE is under threat from a variety of factors, including increasing costs and the impact of the cost of living crisis on its customers, many of whom are residents. Please book your free ticket to this open meeting where we’ll explore the issues. There is increasing pressure on Government to support it by… Read more »
- Change of Leader for Hammersmith & Fulham ToriesJose Afonso replaces Victoria Brocklebank-Fowler Read more »
- Change of Leader for Hammersmith & Fulham ToriesJose Afonso replaces Victoria Brocklebank-Fowler Read more »
- Dalling Road to Host Strategy Games FestivalLondon MindSports Centre inviting people to try out thinking games Read more »
- AGM 2025 Calling NoticeWLRG 2025 AGM Calling NoticeDownload WLRG 2025 AGM Chairs StatementDownload WLRG Accounts 24-25Download WLRG 2024 AGM MinutesDownload Read more »
- Dalling Road to Host Strategy Games FestivalLondon MindSports Centre inviting people to try out thinking games Read more »
- Street Takes a Hard Look at the Issue of HomelessnessAustralian theatre company stage new play at the Barons Court Theatre Read more »
- Deputy Leader of the Opposition on the Council QuitsAndrew Dinsmore is moving out of London after starting a family Read more »
- Ealing man in his 60s dies more than a month after Shepherd's Bush e-bike crashPolice are appealing for information about the fatal crash Read more »
- Jasmine Thai on the Goldhawk RoadSome of my favourite restaurants closed during Covid; we lost local gems such as The Albertine on Wood Lane, replaced in 2024 by (yet another) characterless chicken shop. One survivor worth celebrating is the delightful Jasmine Thai on Goldhawk Road, where I had lunch today. Delicious Thai food, all at absurdly low prices. Shepherd's Bush SurvivorJasmine Thai has been on Goldhawk Road since forever. Or, at least, since I moved to the neighbourhood in 2011, which is… Read more »
- Hammersmith Summer Street FestivalJoin us for Hammersmith’s Summer Street Fest on Saturday 7 June, 11am to 7pm. We’re kicking off Pride Month in style and teaming up with the local business community to fundraise for WLQP, a non-profit connecting and supporting the local LGBTQ+ community. Find us outside H&M on King Street, where we’ll be hosting pride-themed activations alongside the live music, international food quarter, street entertainment and 100+ pop up stalls organised by Hammersmith & Fulham Council. … Read more »
- Our Bike – A New Local ServiceRecently introduced on Askew Rd, another environmentally friendly and healthy addition to the area. An app based community cargo bike share scheme. | Our Bike Read more »
- Plymouth City Council reverses decision to build on Wilmot GardensWe are delighted that the high court has quashed Plymouth City Council’s decision to build five houses on Wilmot Gardens, a popular open space in Crownhill. The society gave financial support to local campaigners fighting to save this space. Wilmot Gardens open space. Photo: Frank Hartkop Unusually, when faced with court action from Frank Hartkopf, on behalf of local people, the council capitulated and itself applied to the court to have its own decision quashed. … Read more »
- Summer Sale at the GNCThe Grove Neighbourhood Centre are holding their Summer Sale on Saturday 28th June 2025. Support your local Community Centre! Read more »
- What does an AI city look like?I’m recently back from a few weeks in San Francisco and, as tour guide to a group of first-time visitor friends I duly showcased the... Read more »
- 2025-0502 - Petition to fix Uxbridge RoadDear AllWe have been sent the following ePetitionpetitioning the council to"Fix Uxbridge Road: No More Neglect,No More Crime"If interested please view the following webpagehttps://democracy.lbhf.gov.uk/mgEPetitionDisplay.aspx?ID=176&RPID=148211013&HPID=148211013 The webpage includes the following ... We the undersigned petition the council to take urgent action to clean up and restore Shepherd’s Bush — particularly Uxbridge Road (100–500) — by supporting shopfront and streetscape improvements and tackling drug addicts, crime and anti-social behaviour.We are calling on Hammersmith & Fulham Council to take urgent, targeted action to… Read more »
- 2025-0502 - Starch Green May Madness 17th May 2025Starch Green at the corner of Askew Road & Goldhawk Road11am - 4pm, Saturday 17th May 2025,May Madness on Starch Green! The world famous Hammersmith Morris will be kicking off family-friendly fun at the feel-good community event on Starch Green at 11am. We’re inviting the local community to come together to celebrate all things Spring with further performances by the Hammersmith Morris at 11.30am and 12 noon, Maypole Dancingat 12.30pm (get your dancing shoes on - all welcome to join in), kids games… Read more »
- Unit 9 Latimer Road – planning application on agenda for May 1st RBKC Planning CommitteeA previous post last December gave details of this proposed redevelopment of a further light industrial unit on the west side of Latimer Road. Our detailed objection letter (as a draft) was included in the post and was submitted to RBKC at that time. The application is on the agenda for the Council’s Planning Committee on May 1st with a recommendation from officers to grant consent. For a series of reasons, we don’t consider that… Read more »
- Fix Uxbridge Road: No More Neglect, No More CrimeFix Uxbridge Road: No More Neglect, No More Crime, start date: Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT, respondents: 1 Read more »
- SPRA Annual General Meeting, June 3rdThis year the SPRA Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place at The Carpenters Arms on Black Lion Lane on Tuesday June 3rd. Your... Read more »
- StQW Forum’s response to planning application for Imperial College’s underpass between its White City campus and Latimer RoadThis project dates back to a S106 planning obligation entered into by the College and LB Hammersmith & Fulham in 2013. Construction of a pedestrian/cycle underpass beneath the West London Line (Mildmay Line) has long been part of the Transport strategies of both RBKC and LBHF. Negotiations between all the parties involved have been ongoing for over a decade. Finally the stage has been reached of planning applications from the College being considered and decided… Read more »
- Address increase in vehicle theft and break-ins on our streetsAddress increase in vehicle theft and break-ins on our streets, start date: Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT, respondents: 1 Read more »
- Friends of Brook Green Annual Friends Meeting – year ending December 2024Friends of Brook Green Annual Friends Meeting – year ending December 2024 Read more »
- Friends of Brook Green annual inter-street quiz and raffle 2025Congratulations to Sterndale Road East, the winners of Friends of Brook Green annual inter-street quiz. A big thanks to our sponsor Finlay Brewer, to Bute House School for hosting the event, to Lizi Hills for organising the evening and to Susannah Frieze for her amazing and challenging questions. Thanks also to our wonderful local businesses who donated such amazing raffle prizes: Le Petit Citron, Pentolina, Debbie Jo, The Fishmongers Kitchen, Green Florist, Courtfit, Havelock Tavern, Shoots… Read more »
- London Assembly inquiry on Tall BuildingsThe Planning and Regeneration Committee of the London Assembly is carrying out a piece of work on on Tall Buildings in London. This ‘investigation’ will consider the current stock of homes in London’s tall buildings and how they impact residents. It will examine: the current demographics of residents of tall buildings (who is being served by this building typology). the attitudes and experiences of residents in tall buildings. how tall building policy should be considered… Read more »
- Hounslow Parks and Dogs SurveyHounslow Council are running again a survey that they did in 2023 about responsible dog ownership and control in their parks. This is in... Read more »
- Former Stag Brewery Planning Inquiry SubmissionsStatement of Case Submitted April 2024. This document outlines objections raised by the West London River Group (WLRG) and the Towpath Group concerning the redevelopment of the Stag Brewery site in Mortlake, London. Key concerns include the impact on the River Thames and the Towpath, overshadowing by tall buildings, increased traffic, poor air quality, drainage issues, and insufficient ecological considerations. The groups stress the importance of sustainable development that aligns with climate change legislation and… Read more »
- Christmas drinks 17 DecemberWe will be having our Christmas drinks from 6.30pm at the Duchess pub, on the corner of the Goldhawk Road and Stamford Brook Road. It... Read more »
- Local organisations against Earls Court Development.The Fulham Society objects to 2024/01942/COMB and has worked with the other associations to produce the attached response which we fully endorse. Despite the extensive and time consuming pre-application consultation process, the proposed development remains far too dense, with buildings excessively high and with a park that is too small. Inadequate provision has been made for road access and for necessary improvements to public transport. The development is totally unsympathetic to the local neighbourhood in many respects… Read more »
- OPDC Board’s ‘Effectiveness Review’At its September 2024 meeting, the OPDC Board commissioned an external review of its own ‘effectiveness’. The Board is responsible for leadership, setting strategic direction, and overall policy for the Corporation. The review has been carried out by consultants Campbell Tickell. Their report will be discussed at the December 5th meeting of the Board. As covered in a previous post we have been making the case for two years for an independent review of the track record… Read more »
- Fulham Football Club: The development is complete bar the new hotel and members’ club.October 2024: The Riverside pathway is now open, Development continues on the hospitality side with new restaurants and bars due to open in summer 2025. Read more »
- The FOWWS trustees meeting, September 2004Dear Friends of the ScrubsLast week your Trustees held their regular meeting ahead of the Wormwood Scrubs Charitable Trust (WSCT) meeting, although that was cancelled. Please click here for the Manager’s Report (from Osama) relating to the cancelled meeting. Please click here for the Minutes of the Trustees Meeting on 16 September. Following our meeting, we sent the below email to Osama with a list of questions and comments, inviting his response, and the letter (in… Read more »
- 2024 AGM MinutesHere are the minutes of the AGM held on 25 June 2024 at Brickfields Hall, Eynham Road W12. Thanks to all for attending. download minutes as pdf here Read more »
- Our Greening your Home event at the Bowling ClubThis event was organised by the Association and the St Quintin and Woodlands Neighbourhood Forum, the body which this Association established in 2013 to prepare a neighbourhood plan for our part of North Kensington. The City Living Local Life programme, run by Kensington and Chelsea Council, gave us a small grant to mount this event. This funding also covered costs of a previous leaflet which we distributed to all households in the area, to widen… Read more »
- Outcome of the 2023 AGM of the AssociationThe joint AGM of the St Quintin and Woodlands Forum and the St Helens Residents Association was held on June 8th 2023, at St Helens Church Hall. Attendance was some 70 members. Elections were held for officers and the management committee of both bodies. For the Association, the following were re-elected: Maggie Tyler (Treasurer) (Wallingford Avenue)Stephen Duckworth (Pangbourne Avenue)Fiona Withey (Kelfield Gardens)Catherine Mannheim (Highlever Road)Henry Peterson (Chair) (Highlever Road)Pat Healy (Oakworth Road)David Marshall (Finstock Road)Tania… Read more »
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Nancye Goulden Award 2011: Phoenix School Caretaker’s House
Dr Nicola Stacey of Heritage of London Trust at the unveiling of the restored Leaning Lady Statue
Leaning Lady restored 2024
2014 Conservation Award : The Grotto
245 Hammersmith Road Plaza
16th Dec 2016 Planting Tree in Wormholt Park to commemorate the 90th Birthday of the HM Queen Elizabeth Second With The mayor and Cllr Harcourt The tree is a Liriodendron Tulipifera
2015: Waldo Road, College Park
The Great River Race 2019
2017 Conservation Award – Bush Theatre
Quaker meeting wooden ceiling
Environment Award 2007 – Vernon Street
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Nancye Goulden Award 2015: 21 Banim Street
Left to right Michael Brindle (1990-1995), Roger de Freitas(1999-2003), Angela Clarke (2006-2009), Rosemary Pettit (2012-2015), Melanie Whitlock (1984-1990 and 2009-2012) and Hans Haenlein (1966-72 and current President of the Society).
Capability Brown Statue
Steam train approaching Ravenscourt Park, June 23rd 2019
Tom Ryland’s Memorial Bench
2021 Environment Award – Quaker Meeting House
River sculpture
2018 Environment Award – Helios / TV centre
Tom Ryland plaque – Lyric theatre box
2003 Nancye Goulden Award : Ravenscourt Park walled garden
The Ark: 1992 award winner
Environment Award 2017: King’s House
St Pauls Green
Bush Theatre
RMH – Block B – spectacular cantilevered balconies in ‘liner’ style, for ‘taking the air’
Hammersmith Studios, Talgarth Road
Olympia redevelopment model in Upper Pillar Hall
Upper Mall
Conservation Award 2015: Hammersmith Station
Steam train at Ravenscourt Park Arches, June 23rd 2019
West London College (RIBA picture library)
Town Hall extension demolished sunny
2019: First Tom Ryland Award for Conservation – St. Augustine’s
St Peters Square Platinum Jubilee Party
Quaker meeting house frontage
28-10-16 Bridge Jane Bain
Hammersmith and Fulham Archives
Conservation award 2016: Barons Keep
The Arches, Ravenscourt Park November 2010 – Neville Collins
Hammersmith Highline
Conservation Award 2013: Olympia. Look at it now!
Capability Brown Statue unveiling
Dove passage
Rutland Arms, Lower Mall “The crowds enjoying unexpected February sunshine and a Sunday roast” February 2012 – by Chloe Poulter (age 15)
2001 Environment Award – Hammersmith Surgery
Dalling Road Open Space, St David’s Day 2019 [Photo: Richard Jackson]
2021: Tom Ryland Award for Conservation – Mission Hall
Eventim Apollo
Guerrilla gardening W6
RMH Original frontage 1933
Coronation party, St Peters Square
Marc Marot former MD of Island Records and Cllr Emma Apthorp, Mayor of H&F unveil plaque for 22 St Peter’s Square
BBC Square, White City
Old Treacle Factory
The Great River Race 2019 – Hammersmith Riverside
Water Fountain outside Palingswick House / WLFS
Margravine cemetery: Monument to George Robert Broad (1840-95) and Caroline Broad (1840-1905) by Aristide Fabbrucci
Nancye Goulden Award 2014: Temple Lodge
wormwood scrubs sun
A favourite of Tom’s: 2015 Environment Award – Waldo Road, College Park
Wormwood scrubs fog
2008 LFA vision for the future of Hammersmith includes tunnelling the Flyover
Hammersmith Bridge
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