News in Richmond

The introduction of a 20mph speed limit on most of the borough's roads has brought some reductions in average speeds, it has been revealed.

The changes have also coincided with a reduction in air pollution, specifically levels of nitrogen dioxide (NO2), according to research by independent experts.

MP Munira Wilson has held talks with the education group that plans to create a new private secondary school for hundreds of pupils at the historic Kneller Hall.

Dukes Education recently bought the Grade II listed building, which was previously home to The Royal Military School of Music, from the Ministry of Defence.

This week we took an exclusive look around an astonishing 400-year-old building near Richmond to find out more about the history of our borough.

Numbers 2 and 4 High Street, Hampton Wick, (on the corner of Old Bridge St) were built approximately 400 years ago.

Cyclists claim they have been given the green light to fly through Richmond Park at above the 20mph limit that applies to cars.

They argue that a letter received from the Royal Parks, which followed a Freedom of Information Act request, makes clear that the speed limit does not apply to them.

A vigil will take place today on Twickenham Green to commemorate the women and girls killed by men in the UK.

Coming just days after the sentencing of a police officer for the murder of Sarah Everard, the residents of Twickenham are coming together and showing their support for victims of violence.

THE 'powerhouse' Orange Tree Theatre, which has become renowned for showcasing new writing, directing and acting talent, is to be celebrated in an exhibition at the Museum of Richmond.

Theatre lovers are being asked to help the initiative, which is designed to mark the theatre's 50th anniversary, by contributing memories and any objects that could help tell its remarkable story of triumph over adversity.

The well-publicised labour shortages across the economy are now hitting the ability to go for a bracing swim in Richmond.

Pools on the Park will be shutting its outdoor pool on weekday afternoons through until November 6.

Rumours are circulating that Marks & Spencer is considering moving into a large portion of the former House of Fraser store in the centre of Richmond.

The retail giant, which already has a store on the other side of the road in George Street, is understood to have held preliminary talks with the owner of the building.

Thirty-two groups across the borough have benefited from a share of £75,000 in donations from customers of Tesco through the supermarket's Community Grants scheme.

Those given support include The Poppy Factory in Richmond, which supports veterans back into work, and the TAG Youth Club for Disabled Young People, based in Ham.

A Japan Festival begins at Kew Gardens this weekend featuring stunning large-scale artistic and horticultural installations along with live music, theatre and dance.

The event will be based in the majestic Temperate House, which is the world's largest surviving Victorian glasshouse, with over 10,000 plants.