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A recent fire at the re3 Smallmead Recycling Centre in Island Road was a stark reminder of the dangers of throwing away batteries, Reading Borough Council has said. The council has urged residents not to bin batteries or small battery-operated products such as single-use vapes, as such items always need to be recycled separately to minimise the danger of fires. Continue reading Take care disposing of batteries→

With around six million people predicted to be in fuel poverty this winter campaigners are urging the government to implement common-sense solutions that will both lower Continue reading Reading for Warm Homes launches its campaign→

Are you excited about the magic of Christmas? Have you also been looking for a way to help someone in need, making their Christmas magical, too? Why head not head into town to get involved in Reading’s much-loved Giving Tree Campaign? The Giving Tree is run by local charity Connect Reading. Last year, 2,075 gifts were given to people in need across Reading. Continue reading The Giving Tree 2022→

Reading’s constituencies are changing and the Boundary Commission for England want to hear your views on their new proposals. Constituencies are changing to rebalance the number of electors each MP represents. Under the proposed changes, Reading will change from two constituencies (Reading West and Reading East) to three constituencies (Reading, Earley & Woodley and Mid Berkshire). Have your say in the consultation before 5 December. Continue reading Consultation on Reading’s parliamentary constituencies→

The Mayor of Reading, Cllr Rachel Eden, is working with local businesses and organisations to raise money for good causes in an online Mayoral Auction. A wide range of Reading-based businesses and organisations have already pledged lots which include a headshot photoshoot from Viva Photography, a set by The Eric Tildiss Function Band, guided walks, a range of hampers, champagne afternoon tea for two at the Roseate and a silhouette portrait session. Continue reading Mayor of Reading to host a Reading-themed online auction for chosen charities→

The partnership includes: Age UK Berkshire, Age UK Reading, Communicare and Reading Mencap – all have a successful track record of working with carers. Information, advice and support services for family carers in Reading and West Berkshire will be provided by the Reading & West Berkshire Carers Partnership from 1 November 2022:- Get support to help you in your caring role -Find local services and sources of help -Look after your health and wellbeing -Connect with other carers… Continue reading New service for carers – The Reading & West Berkshire Carers Partnership→

The Police and Crime Commissioner has launched an anonymous online survey, giving residents an opportunity to share their views and experiences of policing and crime. The survey asks for views about how safe residents feel in their local area, their experience of both crime and the police as well as questions on the future funding of policing. To complete the survey, please visit the PCC webpage at https://www.thamesvalley-pcc.gov.uk/survey. Continue reading Thames Valley PCC launches new online survey→

If you struggle to keep warm in winter you may be eligible for benefits, discounts and/or energy efficiency improvements to help with heating costs. -Priority Service Register -Winter Fuel Payment -Cold Weather Payment -Warm Home Discount Scheme -The £400.00 Energy Bills Support Scheme Discount -The Energy Company Obligation -Citizens Advice Reading Continue reading Help with heating costs→

Winter Watch is run by RBC and a number of local voluntary and health services to make sure that no-one suffers from cold in their homes during the winter months. The Winterwatch service is available to owner occupied, private, council and housing association residents. The Winterwatch team can provide general energy saving advice to help you and your household stay safe and warm through winter. The service is open all year round. Please call Winterwatch on 01189 373747 to arrange support. Continue reading Winter Watch – helping vulnerable families stay warm this winter→