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New powers to crack down on catapulting


Everyone has a right to enjoy our riversides and other open spaces without feeling threatened - that is why we’re taking action on catapult misuse to help protect residents, property and wildlife across our borough.


Thank you to the 1,400 people who took part in our consultation - this week, we've approved new measures that give our wardens and the police stronger powers to act where catapults are misused in public spaces.
Read more on our website

Discover Thrift Lane


If you’re walking, rolling or riding, we’ve improved Thrift Lane bridleway, between Cox Green and Holyport (Sturt Green, SL6 2JF) by cutting back vegetation and resurfacing the southern stretch. We also plan to resurface the northern part.


Why not take advantage of the long bank holiday visit and take a visit?
Find out more

Council agrees refreshed plan to deliver a cleaner, greener and safer borough


A refreshed Council Plan for 2026/27, setting out how we will deliver a cleaner, greener and safer borough, with a strong focus on prevention and early support, was approved at a meeting of the Council on Tuesday 21 April.


The updated plan responds to ongoing financial pressures, rising demand for services and changes to national funding.
Read more on our website

Renting is changing


From today, the law around renting has changed for renters and landlords.


Landlords should read the latest guidance, get on top of these important changes and how it will affect how tenancies are managed.
Read the guidance

Key information for the Bank Holiday


Bin collections

A reminder to all residents that we collect household waste and recycling on bank holiday dates (excluding Christmas and New Year).

 

If your bin is due to be collected this early May bank holiday (Monday 4 May), please put it at the kerbside by 7am on the day, as usual.

Pharmacies


Need expert support/medication for minor illnesses this Bank Holiday?


For other medical advice visit NHS Thames Valley’s website
See which local pharmacies are open

Discover what's on in the borough


There are lots of ways to meet others, try something new, or give your time to local causes across the borough. Our Community Information Hub is a simple way to discover what’s happening near you.


If you’re interested in volunteering, our volunteering page brings together useful links to help you find opportunities across the borough.
Visit our Community Information Hub

Our consultations - have your say


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

Local travel updates


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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