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Full list of confirmed top-tier council tax rises in England
Most authorities have chosen to increase council tax in 2025/26 by the full amount.
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Crystal Palace Subway shortlisted for restoration of the year award
The Crystal Palace Subway has been shortlisted for ‘Restoration or conservation project of the year’ at the national Museums + Heritage Awards, following the major restoration completed last year.
Bromley’s Safeguarding Children Partnership
A joint targeted area inspection (JTAI) of Bromley’s Safeguarding Children Partnership has concluded that “arrangements are well established and effective”.
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Easter holiday club places on offer for Bromley’s young people
Children and young people can take part in holiday club places this Easter with the Holiday, Activities and Food Programme (HAF), a series of events organised by Bromley Council and its partners.
Trading Standards Alert: Courier Fraud Warning
Bromley Trading Standards is reminding residents to be wary of unexpected phone calls from people falsely claiming to be from the police or the bank, following local reports of courier fraud activity.
Consultation on Bromley’s Draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2025 to 2030
Consultation on the London Borough of Bromley’s Draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2025 to 2030.
Road closure fees waived for 80VE Day and Big Lunch street parties
Residents and Street Friends applying to hold street parties in support of the 80th anniversary of VE Day are being processed, with applications now needed and fees being waived.
Hoblingwell play area improvements coming forward
The play equipment at Hoblingwell Wood Recreation Ground is being replaced later this year, with sensory garden planting also included in the plans.
Bromley reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic
Five years on from the start of the pandemic, Bromley remembers those who sadly lost their lives from COVID-19 and gives thanks to volunteers involved, as the Mayor hosts a ceremony of reflection.
Weekend garden waste sites open for entire gardening season
Garden waste disposal sites are now in operation at the weekends during the gardening season, with residents able to use the sites, which is another convenient option to dispose of garden waste.
Transformation of Walnuts Leisure Centre underway
The multi-million-pound transformation of the Walnuts Leisure Centre is well underway, with the swimming pool now drained as part of the strip out works to ready the site for complete refurbishment.
Shop closure following illicit tobacco and illegal vape investigation
A Trading Standards investigation into the sale of illicit tobacco and illegal vapes has resulted in a shop being forced to close.
Bromley’s Care Leavers and Children Looked After celebrate achievement at annual event
Bromley’s children in care were celebrated for their exceptional achievements and contributions at the 2025 Celebration of Achievement Awards.
Council meetings live
When a council meeting is being broadcast live online, viewers will be able to follow this, with the meeting streamed on this page.
Mayor walks boundary of the borough for Bromley’s 60th anniversary
In a special challenge for Bromley’s 60th anniversary, the Mayor is walking almost 50 miles around the borough boundary, raising money for his charities while encouraging residents to get involved.
Burnt Ash Library now reopen following refurbishment
The newly refurbished Burnt Ash Library is now open again, with the Mayor of Bromley officially opening the library on Saturday.
Bromley continues to stand with Ukraine on invasion anniversary
A service of remembrance and solidarity has taken place at Bromley Civic Centre on the third anniversary of the invasion, as Bromley continues to stand with Ukraine.
Fees again waived for street parties in support of Big Lunch
Applications from residents and Street Friends applying to hold a street party in support of the Big Lunch 2025 on 7 or 8 June are again being processed free of charge.
Burnt Ash Library to reopen following refurbishment
The newly refurbished Burnt Ash Library will reopen on Saturday 22 February, with residents invited to join the celebratory event to mark the occasion, from 11am to 1pm.
Trading Standards alert: Doorstep pedlar warning - Nottingham Knockers
Residents are being advised not to purchase goods from doorstep sellers, as doing so comes with the risk of buying poor quality goods at inflated prices and practical difficulty in getting redress.