Here are the biggest local planning stories from the past month.

Bank's New ATM's?

New ATM's could be coming to a Richmond bank if plans are signed off by Richmond Council.

NatWest has applied for planning permission for the new facilities at its George Street site as part of a national upgrade campaign.

Plans show both the existing ATM's at the Georgian style building would be removed and replaced with more modern designs.

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Signage Problems

Signage around the centre of Richmond is the biggest issue for cultural organisations locally, according to a major consultation with residents and businesses.

Richmond Council has shared the latest set of findings from its 'vision for Richmond Town Centre' project which began with a major study into the area.

Results of the study were first published last year and now the council is working to create a "vision and action plan for the town centre".

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New Park Press Forward

A new park is set to open to the public in Hampton, with a mini forest, play equipment and paths.

Richmond Council has approved the plans for Oldfield Road Meadow, which has not been used for more than 10 years.

The 0.6-hectare park will be improved under the plans, which include installing a new footpath around it and play equipment.

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