Council and meetings news archive
- Additional funds approved to help those struggling to pay their council tax
Wokingham Borough Council has agreed a proposed £100,000 increase in funding for the council tax reduction scheme to help residents who may experience financial difficulties in paying their council...
03 February 2023
- Chance to have your say on borough council ward arrangements
The Local Government Boundary Commission for England has launched a consultation on the electoral wards within Wokingham Borough and wants your views.
01 February 2023
- New NHS mental health service launches
The Mental Health Integrated Community Service, which provides early interventions for people with significant mental illness, has launched in Wokingham Borough.
30 January 2023
- Central government funding for local councils falls short
Wokingham Borough continue to receive the least funding from central government per resident of any unitary authority in the country
27 January 2023
- Crowdfund to support community through cost of living crisis
A historically difficult and financially challenging winter means more people are struggling than ever before. In response to the cost of a living crisis a crowdfund has been launched to support...
18 January 2023
- Help paying for food and energy after Christmas
People struggling to pay bills or buy food can apply for a £120 grant to help them get through the winter. Many in Wokingham Borough will be struggling more than ever due to the cost of living...
13 January 2023
- Remember to bring your Voter ID for May elections
For the first time, residents of Wokingham Borough will need to show photographic ID to vote at this year's local elections in May.
09 January 2023
- Extra £20,000 to help families during festive break
Families in Wokingham Borough will be given more than £20,000 to help with the cost of living during the festive break.
15 December 2022
- More than £600 raised through library birthday celebrations
Events held to celebrate the 35th birthday of Lower Earley Library have raised more than £600 for charity.
09 December 2022
- Ready to make it a warmer winter
Air fryers, slow cookers and other energy efficient items are on offer to residents for free if they are struggling this winter. The Warmer Winter project has been launched by Hardship Alliance...
09 December 2022
- Wokingham Youth MP joins the debate in House of Commons
Youth MP for Wokingham Borough Holly Mackinnon joined other members of the Youth Parliament from across the UK last month at the annual debate in the House of Commons chamber
07 December 2022
- Protection for small businesses recognised with award nomination
Wokingham Borough Council has been named as a finalist for an award which recognises the support it has offered to small businesses during the Covid-19 crisis and beyond.
25 November 2022
- Charity concerts will show hub has cultural credentials
The first concerts to be performed at the new Carnival Hub in Wokingham are taking place this weekend and will be raising money for a very worthy cause.
16 November 2022
- Easier to find what you need with community directory relaunch
Wokingham Borough Council is encouraging residents to make use of the Community Directory, a free online search tool, following the relaunch of the service.
16 November 2022
- Partnership to reduce period poverty and menstrual waste
Wokingham Borough Council is partnering with local businesses and charities to help reduce period poverty and help to get more people using reusable sanitary products.
14 November 2022
- Run a warm space this winter
Organisations and groups wanting to run warm spaces in Wokingham Borough this winter are being asked to come forward. The Hardship Alliance is coordinating this response to ensure anyone struggling...
10 November 2022
- Final chance to have your say on parliamentary boundary proposals
Residents are being invited to have their say on the final version of proposed changes to parliamentary constituency boundaries.
08 November 2022
- Help us shape and enhance the future library service
Help shape and enhance the future library service is the message from Wokingham Borough Council this month (November) as it launches a customer feedback survey.
08 November 2022
- Celebrating 35 years of joy at Lower Earley Library
A series of events are being held to celebrate 35 years since the opening of Lower Earley Library, including a quiz, charity coffee morning and much more.
04 November 2022
- Town abuzz during book festival
Hundreds of young readers enjoyed the exciting return of the Wokingham Children's Book Festival held during the weekend of October 15 and 16.
02 November 2022
