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🎉We have a new Mayor in town! Cllr Janet Evans has been elected as the Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea for 2026/27 at this evening’s Annual Council meeting, succeeding outgoing Mayor Tom Bennett.
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🎉We have a new Mayor in town! Cllr Janet Evans has been elected as the Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea for 2026/27 at this evening’s Annual Council meeting, succeeding outgoing Mayor Tom Bennett.
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Also appointed were Ms Cordelia Evans as Mayoress, Mr Gerard Hargreaves as the Mayor’s Consort and Revd Prebendary Jenny Welsh, Vicar of St Mary The Boltons, as the Mayoral Chaplain.
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The Mayor has chosen The Kensington Chelsea Foundation as the mayoral charity for the year. For more information and to make a donation, visit: thekandcfoundation.enthuse.c….

RBKC Mayoral Fundraising Appeal 2026-27

The Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea, Cllr Janet Evans, has lived in the borough for nearly 40 years, where she has raised her family and built a business. Cllr Evans is deeply rooted in the local comm

thekandcfoundation.enthuse.com
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Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim residents in RBKC and beyond. May this Eid bring peace, happiness and prosperity to you and your loved ones. #EidMubarak
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The spirit of civic pride and community service was on full display last night as I hosted a special ceremony to celebrate the winners of the 2026 Mayor's Awards. I was honoured to present 8 winners with their certificates in recognition of their exceptional community service.
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Many congratulations to these community champions and thank you for your outstanding contribution to local life in @RBKC. Find out more about the winners in this story here: rbkc.gov.uk/newsroom/kensing…
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To celebrate #CommonwealthDay, the Commonwealth flag is flying at Kensington Town Hall! Happy Commonwealth Day 🎉 to everyone celebrating in @RBKC and across the globe! 🌎
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Honoured to attend and participate in the opening of the CHUMS Centre on the Henry Dickens Estate. Congratulations to Jill Brown and CHUMS on the opening of the centre and thank you for the incredible work you do to support lone and vulnerable residents in the community.
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Last Friday, the Mayoress and I had the pleasure of officially opening House of Flavaz - a wonderful new Caribbean restaurant and venue in North Kensington. It is always great to see new businesses opening in the borough, especially when they serve such delicious food! ☺️
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What an evening! It was my honour to attend the Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster Regional Final of Jack Petchey’s Speak Out Challenge and witness the tremendous talent of the next generation. Thanks to @SpeakersTrust for creating a valuable opportunity for young people.
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🚨 Just one week to go before nominations close for the Mayor's Awards! Nominate an individual, group or organisation that has made an outstanding contribution to local life. For the nomination guidance and form, email mayorsawards@rbkc.gov.uk.
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Delighted to attend and read at the Christmas Carol Service at @StPhilipsW8 last Sunday. Thank you to Reverend Philippa Turner for a beautiful service and the choir for most enjoyable music. Photo credit: Sue Foll Photography
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🚨 Nominations for the Mayor's Awards 2026 are open and I want to hear from you about the inspiring individuals and dedicated organisations that go above and beyond to serve @RBKC's residents. For the nomination form and guidance, email mayorsawards@rbkc.gov.uk.
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Nominations close at 5pm on Monday 19 January 2026!
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🏆 Nominations for the Mayor's Awards 2026 are open! 📣 Nominate an individual, group or organisation that has made a significant difference to the lives of @RBKC residents! For the guidance and nomination form, please email mayor@rbkc.gov.uk.
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Only a week to go before my Christmas Carol Service, in aid of @LDNairam, featuring a special reading from Oscar-winning actor Jeremy Irons. 🗓️ Wednesday, 10 December 2025 🕑 6.30pm-8.30pm 📍 St Mary Abbots Church, W8 4LA Book your tickets via link ⬇️ fundraising.londonsairambula…
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Christmas has arrived in Kensington 🎄 🎅 I had a great time switching on the Kensington Christmas Lights! A Big thank you to @Opp_Kensington for bringing the community together for some festive cheer!
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Join me for my Charity Christmas Carol Service, which will include a special reading from legendary actor Jeremy Irons, in aid of @LDNairamb. 🗓️ Wednesday, 10 December 2025 🕑 6.30pm-8.30pm 📍 St Mary Abbots Church, W8 4LA Book your tickets via link ⬇️ fundraising.londonsairambula…
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