Press releases

• Bromley 0 to 19 is coming

  Published on Friday, 18 September 2020

  A new Bromley 0 to 19 Public Health Service launches in October 2020 to provide better, more co-ordinated, health guidance and support for children, young people and families in the borough.

• New coronavirus testing centre for Crystal Palace

  Published on Friday, 18 September 2020

  A coronavirus testing facility is due to be established at Crystal Palace as a result of another successful bid to the government by Bromley Council.

• New library for Chislehurst on same site as part of land agreement

  Published on Thursday, 17 September 2020

  A land deal which could see a new purpose built library in Chislehurst on the existing library site has been agreed in principle.

• Flats above shops recycling trial launches this week

  Published on Tuesday, 15 September 2020

  Around 200 flats above shops in Bromley to receive household recycling collections for the first time thanks to a new trial launched by Bromley Council and its recycling and waste contractor, Veolia.

• New Coronavirus Testing Centre in St Paul’s Cray

  Published on Monday, 14 September 2020

  A Coronavirus testing facility is due to be established at Cotmandene Crescent Car Park in St Paul’s Cray as a result of a bid to the government by Bromley Public Health.

• Action being taken to stop illegal burning of waste

  Published on Thursday, 10 September 2020

  An area of land in St Mary Cray is being secured with heavy duty concrete barriers to prevent further illegal burning of waste.

• Schools are ready for your return - plan your journey back to school

  Published on Saturday, 29 August 2020

  Bromley schools are ready to return next week and have completed extensive work to protect children, staff and parents.

• A message from the Leader of the Council

  Published on Friday, 28 August 2020

  The following open letter is the lead article in Bromley Council’s Update e-newsletter.

• New technology payment system part of Bromley car park upgrade

  Published on Thursday, 27 August 2020

  Shoppers and motorists are being advised that the council has upgraded the Civic Centre car park in Bromley Town Centre with a new Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system.

• Bromley’s Mayor commemorates VJ Day 2020

  Published on Thursday, 20 August 2020

  Bromley’s Mayor, Councillor Hannah Gray, paid a visit to Biggin Hill Memorial Museum on Saturday 15 August to commemorate the 75th anniversary of VJ Day, the day when Japan announced its surrender to the Allies, bringing an end to the Second World War.

• Waldo Road and Churchfields Road appointments end

  Published on Monday, 10 August 2020

  As capacity at Waldo Road and Churchfields Road reuse and recycling centres has again been successfully increased, usual ways of working are being re-introduced, alongside existing social distancing measures.

• Consultation about a conservation area for Shortlands Village

  Published on Tuesday, 4 August 2020

  In recognition of the special characteristics of the Shortlands Village area, consultation is underway about designating the area as a conservation area. The council encourages residents living in Shortlands Village and interested parties to respond.

• Business grant application deadline looming

  Published on Friday, 31 July 2020

  The few businesses who may still be considering applying for a government grant are being encouraged to urgently submit an application ahead of an impending cut-off date.

• Crystal Palace Subway restoration moves forward

  

  Published on Thursday, 30 July 2020

  Detailed condition survey work to support the crucial restoration of the much-loved Crystal Palace Subway is underway.

• Parents of babies born in Bromley during lockdown are reminded to register the birth

  Published on Wednesday, 29 July 2020

  Parents of babies born during the Covid-19 emergency are now being urged to book an appointment as soon as possible to register the birth

• Licence holder of Shampan4 in Westerham Heights appeals

  Published on Wednesday, 29 July 2020

  The licence holder of a restaurant in Westerham Heights is appealing the council’s decision to suspend the licence for three months following a licensing review.

• Bromley launches Covid-19 Outbreak Control Plan

  Published on Monday, 27 July 2020

  Stay Safe. Follow the coronavirus guidance and contact NHS Test and Trace if you develop symptoms

• Draft Air Quality Action Plan consultation extended

  Published on Monday, 27 July 2020

  Consultation about the draft air quality action plan is being extended by two weeks to allow more time for responses to come forwards.

• Consultation underway about Bromley and Orpington town centres

  Published on Tuesday, 21 July 2020

  Residents, town centre visitors and businesses are being encouraged to contribute to a wide ranging consultation about the future of Bromley and Orpington, the borough’s 2 largest town centres.

• Blue Badge offences result in further convictions

  Published on Monday, 20 July 2020

  Eleven drivers and a vehicle owner have been prosecuted and ordered to pay fines totalling £4,352 for Blue Badge misuse related offences.

• Licence of Shampan4 in Westerham Heights suspended

  Published on Friday, 17 July 2020

  The licence of a restaurant in Westerham Heights has been suspended for 3 months following a licensing review.

• Planning permission grant​ed for much-needed housing scheme

  Published on Thursday, 16 July 2020

  A planning application for residential accommodation ​ in Brindley Way​, Bromley was unanimously approved at Bromley Council's Development Control Committee meeting ​on Tuesday 14 July.

• Household recycling sites reorganised to give more appointments

  Published on Friday, 10 July 2020

  Changes to the government’s social distancing rules have enabled capacity and increased appointments at both the household waste and recycling centres. Both the Waldo Road and the Churchfields Road sites are being re-organised accordingly. The sites will still see cleaning of surfaces and social distancing reminders for residents’ well-being.

• Hoblingwell Wood Recreation Ground bike track consultation update

  Published on Thursday, 9 July 2020

  A planning application for a proposed cycle track at Hoblingwell Wood Recreation Ground is being submitted following the outcome of consultation.

• Supporting local businesses as they re-open

  Published on Friday, 3 July 2020

  Businesses are being thanked for their preparatory work to ensure social distancing in their premises, with the Council also continuing to bring forward measures to create a safe shopping environment.

• Blue Badge misuse continues resulting in further convictions

  Published on Friday, 3 July 2020

  Twelve individuals have been prosecuted following incidences of misuse involving Blue Badges.

• Playgrounds in parks re-opening and stop the litter appeal

  Published on Friday, 3 July 2020

  Playgrounds in parks across the borough are being re-opened on Saturday 4 July, with park visitors being reminded about the continued need for social distancing.

• Civic Centre reception re-opens by appointment

  Published on Monday, 29 June 2020

  Main reception at Bromley Council’s Civic Centre has resumed serving residents face-to-face by appointment from Monday 29 June.

• Dispersal order at Queensmead Recreation Ground welcomed

  Published on Saturday, 27 June 2020

  A dispersal zone at Queensmead Recreation Ground is being welcomed, with the order in place until Sunday 28 June.