Council and meetings news archive
- Lest we forget
Senior councillors and staff at Wokingham Borough Council commemorated the 80th anniversary of The Battle of Britain on 15 September, by raising a special flag at the Civic Offices at Shute End.
22 September 2020
- Waterproof recycling bags supported
Proposals to replace black boxes with waterproof bags for recycling in Wokingham Borough have taken the next step. The council's overview and scrutiny committee upheld the decision of the executive...
28 August 2020
- Joining forces with Citizens Advice to help people with Council Tax debt
Wokingham Borough Council has signed-up to an agreement with Citizens Advice Wokingham to help people who are in Council Tax debt.
The Council Tax Protocol will see the Council and Citizens Advice...
07 August 2020
- Make sure you can vote
During the next few weeks you'll be receiving either an email, a text, or a letter from us asking you to make sure your electoral registration details are up to date.
04 August 2020
- Wokingham Borough Council launches COVID-19 survey
The current coronavirus pandemic has had a major impact on all of us, and Wokingham Borough Council would like to hear directly from residents on how the pandemic has affected their lives through a...
27 July 2020
- Council takes next step to becoming carbon neutral by 2030
Wokingham Borough Council has approved the annual report for its climate emergency action plan which sets out ambitious targets and detailed actions for Wokingham Borough to become carbon neutral by...
24 July 2020
- Council launches project to strengthen the identity of Wokingham Borough and grow its economy
We are proud of our beautiful, vibrant borough and the sense of community that has been so prevalent during the Coronavirus pandemic pride as we have all come together to support each other
23 July 2020
- Statement from John Halsall, Leader of Wokingham Borough Council
Wokingham Borough Council completely supports the message, principles and all the aims of Black Lives Matters in the UK
19 June 2020
- Tackling racism matters in Wokingham Borough
There is no place for racism in our society, and Wokingham Borough Council has a long-standing commitment to tackling the problem and will be increasing its efforts in response to recent global...
17 June 2020
- Make sure you know how to have your say at the General Election on Thursday
Voters are being reminded to make sure they are ready to take part in the general election on Thursday 12 December
11 December 2019
- Parliamentary Election Fact Pack - 2019
We have published the 2019 Parliamentary Election Fact Pack
14 November 2019
- Addington School internship partnership launched
Wokingham Borough Council and Addington School have launched a joint internship scheme to help SEND students find work after they finish education. The mutually beneficial partnership has seen four...
11 November 2019
- Preparing for Brexit
The UK government has launched a 'Get ready for Brexit' public information campaign to help ensure the general public and businesses are ready when the UK leaves the EU on 31 October 2019.
24 September 2019
- Making it easier for you to contact us
We have improved our online tools so you can update, report, or request services at a time that suits you.
25 July 2019
- Our new Localities Service comes to you
Some of the keen-eyed among you may have noticed our staff out and about in purple polo shirts with 'Localities' written on them.
25 July 2019
- Meet our new Chief Executive
Susan Parsonage recently took over the role of our most senior officer. We spoke to her about her aspirations for the council.
25 July 2019
- New Leader elected and Executive announced
Cllr John Halsall was elected leader of Wokingham Borough Council this week (Wednesday 22 May).
24 May 2019
- Council welcomes Cllr Bill Soane as new Mayor for Wokingham Borough
At last night's annual meeting of council (May 22), Cllr Bill Soane was elected as Wokingham Borough Mayor for the year ahead. He takes over the chain of office from Cllr John Kaiser. Cllr Malcolm...
23 May 2019
- Wokingham Borough News out now
The spring edition of Wokingham Borough News is being delivered alongside this year's Council Tax information.
08 May 2019
- Election results 2019
A third of the Borough seats were up for election on 2 May.
03 May 2019
