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We’re activating our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (#SWEP) from tonight for the whole weekend period to provide shelter for rough sleepers. If you see someone sleeping rough in the borough, please let us know. More details: kingston.gov.uk/housing/help…
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Kingston Council retweeted
LFB Kingston@LFBKingston
Jan 7
We have been called several times in the past days to young people playing on ice in the borough Frozen lakes, rivers, and ponds may look safe, but they’re NOT. Ice can crack without warning, putting lives at serious risk. @RBKingston
London Fire Brigade
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Jan 6
Fire Investigation Dog Simba loves the #snow! 🐶 He'd like to remind everyone to please stay off the ice. ❄️ If you do see a person or animal who has fallen into icy water, don’t go in. Stay on the bank, shout for help and call 9⃣9⃣9⃣
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Looking for a career that makes a difference? On 17 February, we are hosting a Green Skills and Careers Fair. Whether you’re a student, a career changer, or currently seeking work, this event is for you! More details👇 ow.ly/IGJn50XQzao #GreenerKingston #Jobs
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UK Health Security Agency has issued an AMBER weather alert from today to 11 Jan. UKHSA advice at: orlo.uk/Gy88f
Image of a lady with a hot drink and cold weather warning - Look out for others as the temperature drops. Cold weather can have serious health consequences for health. Older people, young children and those with certain long-term health conditions may be particularly at risk.

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Switch Together! Join thousands of households fixing their energy tariffs and unlocking exclusive savings. ✅ All tariffs backed by 100% renewable electricity ✅ No obligation to switch ✅ Free, simple registration Register: ow.ly/R2Ac50Xr4Rs #GreenerKingston
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Despite the financial challenges facing all councils, in Kingston we are continuing to support those most in need. This includes over 1,600 adults with long term care needs in the borough. #KingstonTogether
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Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (#SWEP) remains in place for tonight, stay updated on weather alerts: ukhsa-dashboard.data.gov.uk/…

Kingston Council
@RBKingston
Jan 2
We’ve activated our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (#SWEP) for tonight to provide shelter for rough sleepers. If you see someone sleeping rough in the borough, please let us know. More details: kingston.gov.uk/housing/help… Updates on weather alerts: ukhsa-dashboard.data.gov.uk/…
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Do you have clothes to donate but need an easy way to give them a second life? 👚👖 Kingston residents can now: ➡️ Book a free home collection with @Traid ➡️ Use a local Traid clothing bank Book a collection or find your nearest bank: kingston.gov.uk/bins-and-rec… #GreenerKingston
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With temperatures set to drop, our @VeoliaUK gritters will be out across Kingston to keep all road users safe Please take care when travelling. For more information about gritting in Kingston visit kingston.gov.uk/environmenta…
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We’ve activated our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (#SWEP) for tonight to provide shelter for rough sleepers. If you see someone sleeping rough in the borough, please let us know. More details: kingston.gov.uk/housing/help… Updates on weather alerts: ukhsa-dashboard.data.gov.uk/…
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Make sure to recycle your tree this festive period! Christmas tree collection makes it easy. Simply leave your tree outside your property by 6:30 AM on Monday 12 January and it will be collected within two weeks Before you drop off: Remove all decorations, netting and the stand.
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🎉 ✨ Wishing everyone in our Royal Borough a very Happy New Year! ✨ 🎉 Together, we look forward to creating an even fairer, safer and greener Kingston in 2026.
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Ringing in the New Year with a local legend! 🪲 Kingston and Richmond are vital for Stag Beetles. Let’s keep it that way in 2026! 🌿 #WildlifeWednesday #StagBeetle #KingstonNature
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Kingston Council retweeted
NHS South West London@SWLNHS
30 Dec 2025
In this cold weather, don’t forget to look out for anyone close to you who might struggle with the drop in temperature. Find out how to stay safe and well in wintery weather: orlo.uk/K2aGs
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Keep your local @VeoliaUK crews safe from fires by disposing of your fireworks responsibly: 1. Submerge them for 48 hours 2. Put them in your general waste bin Small steps make a big difference. Let’s start 2026 right and together, we can extinguish the risk of waste fires 🔥
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We work together with partners and communities to find ways to deliver services more efficiently. This includes providing support early and promoting the health and wellbeing of residents so they can live more independent and fulfilling lives. #KingstonTogether
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We’ve partnered with @Traid to bring textile banks to 7 estates in our borough and offer Kingston residents an easy and convenient way to donate unwanted clothes and textiles. 👚👖 ➡️ Find your nearest bank here: kingston.gov.uk/bins-and-rec… #GreenerKingston
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Jingle bells, not fire alarms! Batteries are the leading cause of fires in bins. Keep Christmas safe for everyone by recycling the batteries found in presents like children’s toys. Find a local recycling point at: recyclenow.com/recycling-loc… @VeoliaUK #GreenerKingston #SaferKingston
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Get creative with your camera📸 and enter @ThamesFestTrust photography competition. There are six categories to enter your snaps in so why not spend your twixmas taking / editing pics of the wonderful River Thames? Enter before comp closes 9 Jan '26. ow.ly/gN7q50XNCNu
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Cardboard boxes galore this time of year? You can fit twice as much cardboard in your recycling bin when you flatten it down. Compacting cardboard means we can recycle more, and it saves you extra trips to your outside bin! #GreenerKingston
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