New employment and skills service gets to work across Bromley
Bromley Works, the council’s new employment and skills service, have launched an initial programme to support eligible residents across the borough into high quality employment.
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Wall cracking at Shortlands Library prompts closure for safety reasons
The recent appearance of cracks in a rear wall at Shortlands Library has prompted the closure of the library for safety reasons and further investigation work.
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Bookings accepted for weekend disposal site at Baths Road
Bookings are now being accepted ahead of the temporary weekend Reuse and Recycling Centre opening at the end of this month, on 31 January.
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Council budget challenge after Bromley lose out in Government funding announcement
Bromley will set its annual budget after losing out from the Government’s announcement on local authority funding, with Bromley’s Government grant now being reduced, by £22.2m per year by 2028/29.
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Fees again waived for street parties in support of Big Lunch
Applications from residents and Street Friends applying to hold a street party in support of the Big Lunch 2026 on 5 to 8 June are again being processed free of charge.
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Recycling bank warning and witness appeal re dumped asbestos
An investigation is underway following the discovery of dumped asbestos inside a paper recycling bank.
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Trading Standards alert: Beware of impersonation scams
Impersonation scams are rising, with fraudsters posing as trusted organisations or individuals. Residents are urged to verify all contact and report suspicious activity.
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New Year Honour for services in combatting loneliness
Work to tackle loneliness across the borough has been recognised in the New Years Honours list.
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Tributes paid to Petts Wood and Knoll ward councillor
Tributes are being paid to Councillor Keith Onslow, ward councillor for Petts Wood and Knoll, who has sadly passed away after falling seriously unwell.
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Orpington Library celebrates successful reopening after refurbishment
Orpington Library has officially reopened following its refurbishment, with many residents joining for a festive celebration on Thursday 18 December.
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A message from the Leader of the Council
The following open letter is the lead article in Bromley Council’s ‘Our Bromley e-newsletter’ which also includes links to Christmas arrangements regarding council services.