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No disruption for waste and recycling collections


Following an agreement between Serco and their GMB members, previously announced industrial action will not be going ahead. Our regular waste and recycling services will continue as scheduled.


We’re glad to see a resolution to this dispute and that any disruption to services has been prevented.

Berkshire’s nature recovery plan set to deliver for wildlife and communities

 

A bold new strategy to revive Berkshire’s natural environment is poised for adoption by Cabinet, when they meet on Tuesday 30 September.


The Berkshire Local Nature Recovery Strategy sets out a transformative vision to reconnect habitats, revitalise rivers and wetlands, and enhance green spaces for both people and wildlife across Berkshire.


Developed by the Royal Borough as the lead authority, with support from Bracknell Forest Council, Reading Borough Council, Slough Borough Council, West Berkshire Council, Wokingham Borough Council and Natural England, the strategy brings together evidence on Berkshire’s natural assets and identifies priority areas for action, ensuring investment and effort go where they will make the greatest difference.


Read more on our website

Rescue Me! Recycle Me!

 

It's Recycle Week and this year's theme is "Rescue Me! Recycle Me!”, giving commonly binned items a second chance by recycling them correctly.


Aren't sure what can be recycled? Check out our handy guide above or visit our webpage

Podback


You may have seen that you can now recycle your coffee pods at Stafferton Way with Podback, a nationwide, not-for-profit coffee pod recycling service


Both aluminium and plastic pods can be recycled - find out more on their website

Summer Reading Challenge inspires readers across the borough

 

More than 1,700 children from across the borough took part in this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, enjoying a programme of fun, creative events with a green-fingered twist.


The challenge, which ran throughout the summer in libraries across the borough, encouraged children to keep reading during the school holidays while exploring the Story Garden theme. Families also enjoyed 61 events, including Lego and board game clubs, art and craft sessions, juggling workshops, a teddy bear’s picnic and author events.


Cllr Douglas joined celebrations at Maidenhead Library on Saturday 20 September to present prizes to some of the borough’s top young readers.


Read more on our website

A night of opera at the Guildhall

 

Windsor Guildhall will be hosting the talented performers of Rogue Opera later this year for a spectacular night of music within the historic Council Chamber. The event will be held on 4 October 2025 and will feature a high energy cabaret performance.

 

The Guildhall will be open for an hour before and after the performance to enable guests to make the most of the historic surroundings and to enjoy a drink from the bar. 

 

Places are going fast - book your place here

Have you renewed your postal vote?


Postal voters are required to reapply for their postal vote every three years. If your postal vote is due to expire on 31 January 2026, you may receive an email or letter from us, inviting you to reapply.


If you haven’t already responded to us, you can do so on GOV.UK


Alternatively visit our information page, to find our other ways to renew.

Get ready for Stoptober

 

If you live in the Royal Borough, you get 12 weeks of free support to help you stop smoking for good. Research shows that with the right help, you’re far more likely to succeed.

 

Smokefreelife Berkshire offers a range of support to suit your personal needs including NRT, vapes, wellness coaches, digital aids and medication. You can refer yourself to Smokefreelife Berkshire via the Quit Together Live Better website. Make this your time to finally quit.

 

If you want to support a loved one to stop, they’ve even more chance of succeeding. See how you can help them at NHS Better Health

Our consultations - have your say


We regularly hold consultations and surveys to seek your views on proposals within the borough: 

Community Spotlight


To see details on community events and volunteering opportunities in the borough visit: RBWM Together - Community Spotlight


Do you have an upcoming not-for-profit community event or appeal for volunteers you’d like us to add to the page? Send a short summary including key dates and a link to communications@rbwm.gov.uk

Local travel updates


  • There will be a road closure overnight from 10pm Sunday 28 September until 3am on Monday 29 September on B470 High Street, Datchet between its junctions with Manor House Lane and The Avenue, Datchet.To facilitate level crossing works.


For details of further council works on highways, visit our website


For full local roadwork details, including work by utility firms, please visit the One Network website

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