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Thousands Protest Outside Heathrow Anti-Asylum Hotel as Tensions Escalate
Tensions erupted outside the Crowne Plaza near Heathrow as thousands protested against asylum seeker housing. Police clashed with demonstrators, reporters were shoved, and objects thrown from hotel windows, leaving at least three protestors seriously injured.
Hillingdon Vision
Aug 303 min read


Community Unites to Save Hillingdon's RAGC: An Outcry from the Heart
Hundreds protest Hillingdon Council’s shocking decision to shut the Rural Activities Garden Centre. Vulnerable adults left devastated as legal action looms. MPs and campaigners slam the council's “cowardly” move.

james carson
Jun 263 min read


“Shame on Hillingdon Council”: Outrage as Beloved Garden Centre for Vulnerable Adults Faces Closure
Hillingdon Council plans to close the beloved Rural Activities Garden Centre, threatening vital social care support for vulnerable volunteers. Community groups and residents stand united to fight this misguided decision and demand real investment in local services—not cuts.

james carson
Jun 115 min read


Hillingdon’s Ongoing Fight Against Heathrow’s Third Runway Plans
Opponents of the proposed third runway at Heathrow Airport are voicing serious concerns over its environmental impact, particularly the effe

james carson
Feb 81 min read


Hillingdon Hospital: A Major Rebuild is Set to Transform Local Healthcare
Hillingdon Hospital will begin its long-awaited rebuild by 2027-2028 after being included in the government's new hospital programme. Origin

james carson
Jan 213 min read


The show must go on! Hundreds rally to save the Beck Theatre, amid an ongoing dispute thats left the fate of the popular venue uncertain.
Hundreds of West London residents gathered outside Uxbridge Tube Station this Sunday in a passionate protest against the potential...

james carson
Oct 2, 20243 min read


Rising Tide of Homelessness: Hillingdon Faces Soaring Numbers Despite Government Pledges, Advocacy Groups Urge Urgent Action
Last year, Hillingdon saw dozens of individuals sleeping on the streets, according to recent estimates. This trend mirrors a national...

james carson
Mar 7, 20242 min read


Reading Between the Lines: Uxbridge Residents Give Hillingdon Council a Proverbial Book Slam for Library Relocation
PROTESTORS GATHER AT UXBRIDGE LIBRARY FURY erupted among residents as Hillingdon Council callously pushed through its decision to...

james carson
Feb 23, 20243 min read


TEA ROOM CLOSURE LEAVES A BAD TASTE IN THE COMMUNITY'S MOUTHS
Several Autistic Hillingdon residents are set to lose their jobs as Hillingdon Council cuts funding to ‘lifeline café. ”, A CAFE staffed...

james carson
Mar 25, 20233 min read


Hillingdon Hospital redevelopment ‘delayed in row over cash’
Hillingdon is one of three London Hospitals facing battle for cash due to the soaring cost of completing crisis-hit projects in the...
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Apr 18, 20222 min read


Parties publish candidates for upcoming Council Elections
All parties have now published their full list of candidates for the Hillingdon Council elections due to due to take place on May 5th.
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Apr 6, 20221 min read


Hillingdon Council seeking Government Bailout to avoid Bankruptcy
Hillingdon Council is currently seeking a Government bailout government bailout through the so-called ‘safety valve’ mechanism.
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Jan 25, 20223 min read


Heathrow Locals Outraged at Unjust Piccadilly Charge
People living close to Heathrow Airport have reacted angrily to the news of a possible 60% increase for Piccadilly Line services at Heathrow
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Dec 19, 20212 min read


Hillingdon Council agree additional measures to tackle the Climate Crisis
The measures were agreed at Hillingdon Council's full meeting on Thursday 18th November.
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Nov 19, 20211 min read


End support for Fossil Fuels, Johnson Told
Hillingdon Friends of the Earth march through Uxbridge to tell PM to end support for fossil fuels.
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Nov 6, 20211 min read


Local Councillor shortlisted for 'Community Champion' Award
Botwell ward Councillor Scott Farley has been shortlisted in the 'Community Champion' category for the annual Councillor Awards.
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Nov 1, 20211 min read


COP26 Q&A
A sketch style Q&A about COP26, why it is important, and what local people can do to get involved.

james carson
Nov 1, 20213 min read


Stop Heathrow Expansion to help tackle Climate Change, delegates urged
Campaigners have reminded delegates travelling to COP26 of the need to tackle large scale emitting projects such as Heathrow expansion.
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Oct 31, 20211 min read


Hillingdon students take a stand against racism
ACS International School students have taken part in the annual Wear Red Day, organised by Show Racism the Red Card.

james carson
Oct 27, 20211 min read


Johnson and Simmonds vote down bill to end ‘Fire and Rehire’
Local MPs Boris Johnson and David Simmonds voted down a bill which, if passed, would have protected all workers against dismissal and re-eng
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Oct 24, 20211 min read
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