Politics

A CGI of the Castle Hill Bath Road active travel scheme in Reading, with this stretch showing the view towards the Castle Hill roundabout.

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Frustration over delay for £1.3 million cycling project

J Mould Reading, located at Pinewood Lane North of Berrys Lane in Burghfield, Reading. Credit: Google Maps

J Mould Reading, located at Pinewood Lane North of Berrys Lane in Burghfield, Reading. Credit: Google Maps

waste management

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Push for incinerator near Reading to be shut down before it is built

Councillor Liz Terry (Labour, Coley) announces a month of raising awareness to the fight against

Councillor Liz Terry (Labour, Coley) announces a month of raising awareness to the fight against

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Progress made in reducing carbon emissions in Reading

We will never forget those who fought for our freedom (Dave Belcher)

We will never forget those who fought for our freedom (Dave Belcher)

Camera Club: Remembering those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom

Scouts police cadets and sea cadets taking part in Remembrance Sunday in Reading.

Scouts police cadets and sea cadets taking part in Remembrance Sunday in Reading.

Central Reading

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War dead honoured during Remembrance Sunday in Reading

Councillor Liz Terry (Labour, Coley) announces a month of raising awareness to the fight against climate change in Reading.

Councillor Liz Terry (Labour, Coley) announces a month of raising awareness to the fight against climate change in Reading.

Find out how to be vigilant against climate change and take action in Reading

Olivia Bailey, Labour MP for Reading West and Mid Berkshire.

Olivia Bailey, Labour MP for Reading West and Mid Berkshire.

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Reading MP welcomes beneficial measures in Labour government's first budget

The Reading Borough Council offices in Bridge Street.

The Reading Borough Council offices in Bridge Street.

Reading Borough Council

Reading council earns £264k more than expected - but budget challenges remain

A semi-detached house in Conwy Close, Tilehurst. The internal garage will be replaced with a wet room.

A semi-detached house in Conwy Close, Tilehurst. The internal garage will be replaced with a wet room.

Planning Applications

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Improvements for homes in Reading given the go ahead

The Reading Borough Council offices in Bridge Street. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service

The Reading Borough Council offices in Bridge Street. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service

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Reading Borough Council grilled over call centre wait times of over 40 minutes

The election has added urgency to a Reading groups efforts to aid an orphanage before Christmas. Stock Picture: USA Today

The election has added urgency to a Reading groups efforts to aid an orphanage before Christmas. Stock Picture: USA Today

National government

US election: Trump's victory an 'awful' day, say Ukrainians across Berkshire

Elderly woman with her caregiver at nursing home

Elderly woman with her caregiver at nursing home

Carers in Reading to get boost as to how much they can earn

Keir Starmer has sent a message to Donald Trump who has declared victory in this presidential election

Keir Starmer has sent a message to Donald Trump who has declared victory in this presidential election

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Keir Starmer 'looking forward to working with' Donald Trump after 'historic' win

A person undergoing a dental check. Credit: PA

A person undergoing a dental check. Credit: PA

NHS dental health

Under half of people have attended the dentists in Reading in the last two years

A view of the Urgent Care Centre at Broad Street Mall in Reading. This photo was taken during the International Day for Older Persons event at the mall.

A view of the Urgent Care Centre at Broad Street Mall in Reading. This photo was taken during the International Day for Older Persons event at the mall.

Central Reading

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Concerns raised for future of Reading urgent care centre in mall

Matt Rodda, the Labour MP for Reading Central in Reading Prison.

Matt Rodda, the Labour MP for Reading Central in Reading Prison.

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Reading's longest serving MP gives updates on Prison and new driving test centre

A pro-Life vigil opposite the BPAS clinic in London Street, Reading.

A pro-Life vigil opposite the BPAS clinic in London Street, Reading.

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Anti-abortion protests and vigils BANNED around abortion clinic

The Three Reading Labour MPs Olivia Bailey, Matt Rodda and Yuan Yang.

The Three Reading Labour MPs Olivia Bailey, Matt Rodda and Yuan Yang.

Animal Conservation

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Reading MPs welcome first Labour government budget in 14 years

A planning notice outside a property in Reading. From November, notices such as this will be the only physical way of notifying the public about planning applications.

A planning notice outside a property in Reading. From November, notices such as this will be the only physical way of notifying the public about planning applications.

Planning Applications

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Neighbours will no longer get planning applications by post

Businesses have expressed concerns about the National Minimum Wage and employer National Insurance contribution increases

Businesses have expressed concerns about the National Minimum Wage and employer National Insurance contribution increases

Businesses considering lay-offs in response to National Minimum Wage hike

Changes are expected to National Insurance, Universal Credit, National Minimum Wage, Carers' Allowance, Child Benefit and Free Childcare Hours among others

Changes are expected to National Insurance, Universal Credit, National Minimum Wage, Carers' Allowance, Child Benefit and Free Childcare Hours among others

Budget 2024: What to expect from 'painful' budget

The National Minimum Wage is set to increase to £12.21 an hour under new proposals in the autumn budget

The National Minimum Wage is set to increase to £12.21 an hour under new proposals in the autumn budget

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National Minimum Wage set to increase by 6.7 per cent in autumn budget

In the first Labour Budget since 2010 – and the first ever delivered by a woman – Ms Reeves promised to “invest, invest, invest”

In the first Labour Budget since 2010 – and the first ever delivered by a woman – Ms Reeves promised to “invest, invest, invest”

Budget highlights from pensions and fuel duty to inheritance and price of a pint

Employers’ national insurance contributions will rise to 15%

Employers’ national insurance contributions will rise to 15%

Employer National Insurance contribution to rise to 15 per cent

Rachel Reeves has promised an extra £470 for pensioners next year, as she maintained the Government’s commitment to the pension triple lock

Rachel Reeves has promised an extra £470 for pensioners next year, as she maintained the Government’s commitment to the pension triple lock

'Underwhelming' and 'not enough': Pension expert hits out at changes in Budget

Inheritance Tax is a tax paid on the estate (property, money and possessions) of someone who has passed away.

Inheritance Tax is a tax paid on the estate (property, money and possessions) of someone who has passed away.

Chancellor reveals Inheritance Tax changes in Budget - how will you be affected?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves said she will crack down on fraud in the UK’s welfare system, as part of reforms to ensure welfare spending is “more sustainable”

Chancellor Rachel Reeves said she will crack down on fraud in the UK’s welfare system, as part of reforms to ensure welfare spending is “more sustainable”

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DWP to get direct access to bank accounts under new powers, Chancellor reveals

Fuel Duty was cut by 5p by then-Chancellor Rishi Sunak in 2023

Fuel Duty was cut by 5p by then-Chancellor Rishi Sunak in 2023

Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Fuel Duty won't rise next year

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will pledge to put “more pounds in people’s pockets” in her first Budget today

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will pledge to put “more pounds in people’s pockets” in her first Budget today

Chancellor to promise 'more pounds in people's pockets' in Budget statement

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

Government urged to 'think again' over Winter Fuel Payment cuts ahead of Budget

A general view of Broad Street in Reading town centre. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service

A general view of Broad Street in Reading town centre. Credit: James Aldridge, Local Democracy Reporting Service

Reading Borough Council

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Fees set to increase in Reading this week - including for cafes and extra bins

Councillor Micky Leng has led the council's objections to government rule changes which could mean

Councillor Micky Leng has led the council's objections to government rule changes which could mean

Planning and development

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Reading masterplan for thousands of new homes moves ahead

Households could be hundreds of pounds better off after changes announced to Universal Credit rules in the autumn budget

Households could be hundreds of pounds better off after changes announced to Universal Credit rules in the autumn budget

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Universal Credit claimants could get £420 boost in autumn budget

A rough sleeper on the streets. Credit: Local Democracy Reporting Service wire

A rough sleeper on the streets. Credit: Local Democracy Reporting Service wire

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Rough sleeping 'at an all time high' in Reading as dozens are on the streets

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg speaking at the conservatives unfiltered speech series held by the Earley and Woodley Conservatives.

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg speaking at the conservatives unfiltered speech series held by the Earley and Woodley Conservatives.

Conservative Party

Earley and Woodley Conservatives welcome Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg at latest talk

Workers' income tax and national insurance won't change in Budget, minister says

Workers' income tax and national insurance won't change in Budget, minister says

Workers' income tax and national insurance 'won't change' in Budget, minister says

Green waste bin collection charges have gone up. Credit: Reading Borough Council

Green waste bin collection charges have gone up. Credit: Reading Borough Council

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'Belt-tightening' sees Reading council increase charges amid budget pressures

Acas urges employers to act now on sexual harassment

Acas urges employers to act now on sexual harassment

New law to tackle sexual harassment at work - what to know

Olivia Bailey, a Labour candidate for the new Reading West and Mid Berkshire constituency. Credit: Olivia Bailey

Olivia Bailey, a Labour candidate for the new Reading West and Mid Berkshire constituency. Credit: Olivia Bailey

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Reading MP urges neighbours to have their say on the future of the NHS

Flytipping in the Norcot area of Tilehurst. Credit: Nick Fudge

Flytipping in the Norcot area of Tilehurst. Credit: Nick Fudge

Waste collection

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Free waste collection service SCRAPPED after two years

Rachel Reeves said her Budget next Wednesday will invest in the “foundations of future growth”.

Rachel Reeves said her Budget next Wednesday will invest in the “foundations of future growth”.

Chancellor promises economic 'reset' in next week's Budget

Trisha Bennett (third from right) receiving a funding check for the Whitley Community Development Association (CDA) with Labour councillors Micky Leng and Alice Mpofu-Coles.

Trisha Bennett (third from right) receiving a funding check for the Whitley Community Development Association (CDA) with Labour councillors Micky Leng and Alice Mpofu-Coles.

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Push to save much-loved charity at risk of closure

Thames Valley PCC Matthew Barber

Thames Valley PCC Matthew Barber

New road safety strategy to try to reduce deaths on our roads

The full meeting of Reading Borough Council on October 15.

The full meeting of Reading Borough Council on October 15.

Reading Borough Council

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Hopes for longer term funding for Reading council from new Labour government

Councillor Mike Giles (Liberal Democrats, Sonning Common) a representative on South Oxfordshire District Council, with the River Thames running through Reading in the background.

Councillor Mike Giles (Liberal Democrats, Sonning Common) a representative on South Oxfordshire District Council, with the River Thames running through Reading in the background.

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Councillors trade barbs over third Thames bridge in Reading

Olivia Bailey, a Labour candidate for the new Reading West and Mid Berkshire constituency. Credit: Olivia Bailey

Olivia Bailey, a Labour candidate for the new Reading West and Mid Berkshire constituency. Credit: Olivia Bailey

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First MP for Reading West and Mid Berkshire marks 100 days in office milestone

Queues building at the Sutton Seeds Roundabout heading into East Reading, near where a new inbound

Queues building at the Sutton Seeds Roundabout heading into East Reading, near where a new inbound

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ULEZ officially ruled out in Reading as transport strategy goes ahead

Reading Conservative councillors Raj Singh, Isobel Ballsdon and Stephen Goss.

Reading Conservative councillors Raj Singh, Isobel Ballsdon and Stephen Goss.

Winter Fuel Payment

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Government slammed in Reading for cutting winter fuel payment

The River Thames. John Ennis, lead councillor for climate strategy and transport addressed a petition calling for a third Thames crossing to be blocked.

The River Thames. John Ennis, lead councillor for climate strategy and transport addressed a petition calling for a third Thames crossing to be blocked.

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Six councils join forces in attempt to block third bridge over the River Thames

The Recreation Road car park in Tilehurst.

The Recreation Road car park in Tilehurst.

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Petition to reinstate Tilehurst free parking received - but change is unlikely

The repayment scheme for people who fell afoul of the Reading Borough Council parking fines blunder was approved at the full council meeting on October 15.

The repayment scheme for people who fell afoul of the Reading Borough Council parking fines blunder was approved at the full council meeting on October 15.

Reading Borough Council

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Reading Borough Council apologies over 'shock' of parking fines blunder

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Letter: 'Council would be better off under the Conservatives'

The site of the demolished bungalow in Hawthorne Road, Caversham.

The site of the demolished bungalow in Hawthorne Road, Caversham.

Conservative Party

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Neighbours divided over contentious plan for new homes in Caversham

Paul Carnell, a resident and member of the Conservative Party, has blasted the council over the parking fines blunder.

Paul Carnell, a resident and member of the Conservative Party, has blasted the council over the parking fines blunder.

Reading Borough Council

Reading council blasted by neighbour for parking fines blunder