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Community Ealing · 6 Aug 2026, 10:45

Hedgehogs in Ealing fight for survival – residents are building them “highways” through gardens

Hedgehogs are one of Britain’s most loved animals – and one of the most threatened. Since 2000 their numbers across the UK have fallen by between 30% and 75%. In Ealing, local groups (Ealing Hedgehog Friends and Ealing Wildlife Group) are working to reverse the decline.

Community Ealing · 6 Aug 2026, 10:44

Getting around London and Ealing in a wheelchair – how easy or difficult is it really?

For wheelchair users London is a city of contrasts. Significant progress has been made in recent years, yet everyday travel still involves many obstacles. What works well?

Health Ealing · 6 Aug 2026, 10:35

Mental-health football programme almost triples weekly sessions after Sport England funding Dział

The Football for Wellbeing Hub run by West London NHS Trust has secured Sport England funding and will almost triple its weekly sessions from four to eleven. An additional 30 minutes of employment support will also be offered after each football session. Launched in July 2024, the programme combines physical activity, peer support and social connection as a non-clinical approach to mental-health recovery and early intervention.

Money & Support Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 19:24

Where to shop cheapest in Ealing? A practical supermarket guide

In the borough itself and the nearest surroundings (Greenford, North Acton, West Ealing, Southall) there is good coverage by the discounters. Aldi and Lidl have several locations, and competition between them works in customers’ favour. Larger Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda stores are also within reach, often with a wider choice of brands and fresh produce.

Housing Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 19:24

Major milestone at Twyford Abbey – 296 new homes and a park for residents

Today Ealing Council announced an important step forward at the historic Twyford Abbey site in Acton. A topping-out ceremony marked the completion of the highest points of the new buildings. It is a concrete milestone in a project that combines new homes, the restoration of a listed building and the opening of the grounds to residents.

Community Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 19:23

Best barbers and men’s hairdressers in Ealing and surrounding areas – practical guide

Looking for a good haircut in Ealing, Acton, West Ealing, Greenford or Southall? There isn’t one single “best” for everyone, but there are places that consistently get strong reviews and that people keep returning to. Here’s a practical overview based on current ratings and local recommendations.

Community Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 19:22

Where to eat cheap and well in Ealing? Kebabs, Indian food and takeaways according to locals

Looking for something tasty, filling and reasonably priced in Ealing, Acton, Greenford or Southall? You don’t need to go into central London. In the western part of the borough there are plenty of places that locals praise for portion size, flavour and value for money.

Environment Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 19:22

Rubbish in Ealing – the real situation with waste disposal and fly-tipping

The topic of rubbish in Ealing comes up regularly – both in residents’ conversations and in official reports. The issue is not only about putting bins out on the right day, but especially about illegal dumping (fly-tipping) and the reliability of collections. Here’s the picture in 2026.

Health Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 19:21

GP surgeries in Ealing – how they work, what people complain about and which ones rate better

Getting to see a GP in Ealing is one of the most frequently discussed topics among residents. The system works, but access can be difficult and experiences vary significantly between practices. Here’s the current picture based on Healthwatch Ealing reports, patient satisfaction surveys and local feedback.

Community Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 14:42

How many cats and dogs really live in Ealing? The numbers that surprise

Imagine walking down a street in Acton, Southall, Greenford or Northolt and counting the animals. How many dogs pass you on leads? How many cats sit on windowsills?

Housing Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 14:35

House prices in the UK and Ealing – how much they rose since the pandemic and what it means for residents

Since the start of the pandemic in 2020, house prices in the UK have become one of the most frequently discussed topics when people talk about the cost of living. Many residents, especially in London and the west of the capital, say it plainly: “It was expensive before the pandemic – now it’s simply out of reach.” We looked at the numbers.

Environment Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 14:28

The 2026 drought – driest July in 190 years. Not an exception, just another cycle

July 2026 has entered the British weather records as one of the most extreme months for lack of rainfall. According to provisional Met Office data, England and Wales recorded their driest July since systematic measurements began in 1836 – almost 190 years ago.

Resident article Health Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 10:28

Depression as an emigrant in Great Britain - when is it worth seeing a psychologist?

For many people, moving to the UK is the beginning of a new stage of life. A better job, greater development opportunities and financial security are often the main reasons for leaving. However, emigration also means separation from family, the need to find oneself in a new environment and everyday functioning away from the current support system.

Environment Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 10:13

Warren Farm in Southall officially declared Local Nature Reserve – a new green lung for Ealing

The approximately 25-hectare area, formerly a sports field, has over the last 15 years naturally become overgrown and has become a meadow full of larks, wild flowers, butterflies and bees. According to local naturalists, about a quarter of London's population of nesting skylarks - an endangered species - is found here.

Housing Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 10:04

Ealing Council consults on renewing additional licensing for smaller HMOs for another five years

Ealing Council is consulting on plans to continue additional licensing for smaller houses in multiple occupation (HMOs occupied by three or four people from different households). The current scheme ends on 31 March 2027; the proposal is to renew it for five years from April 2027.

Environment Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 10:04

Southall residents continue to raise alarm over persistent fly-tipping

Local resident groups in Southall (including Southall Residents Alliance) are again raising the alarm about persistent fly-tipping. Green waste bags and other rubbish are left on residential streets for up to two weeks. Residents point to insufficient enforcement by Greener Ealing Ltd and the Council despite previous BBC coverage and official pledges.

Schools Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 10:04

Free school uniform pop-ups return – ten locations across Ealing in August

Families across Ealing will be able to collect free primary and secondary school uniforms at ten pop-up events later this month in Ealing Broadway, Acton, Southall and West Ealing. The initiative, supported by Ealing Council and community groups such as Act for Ealing, aims to ease the financial pressure of the new school year while keeping good-quality clothing out of landfill.

Community Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 10:03

Forest deploys 900 e-bikes across Ealing with £1 rides until end of August and new enforcement

Forest has officially launched in the London Borough of Ealing with 900 e-bikes (initially available in West Ealing, North Acton and Southall, with further areas to follow). Rides starting in Ealing cost £1 until the end of August 2026. The new Forest Force initiative will target pavement riding, red-light jumping and poor parking.

Schools Ealing · 5 Aug 2026, 09:30

Ealing tuition centre encourages families to make the most of the summer holidays

For many families, the end of the school year is a chance to relax, but it can also be an important opportunity to prepare for the academic challenges ahead. Whether a child is getting ready for the 11+, moving into secondary school or looking to strengthen their Maths and English skills, NumberWorks'nWords Ealing says the summer holidays are the ideal time to build confidence and avoid falling behind.

Community Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 20:41

Gatwick receives final legal green light for second runway

After years of legal battles and protests by environmental groups, the final court challenge against the construction of a second runway at Gatwick Airport has been dismissed. The airport can now officially proceed with the project. The second runway is one of the largest infrastructure investments planned for southern England in the coming decade.

Environment Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 20:41

Calls for temporary ban on disposable barbecues – grass and heathland fires across England and Wales

Pressure is mounting in England and Wales for a temporary ban on the sale and use of disposable barbecues. The call has been made jointly by Liberal Democrat MPs, some Labour MPs, the National Farmers’ Union, landowners and local fire services. The reason is this year’s heatwave and extreme drought – July 2026 has officially been recorded as the driest on record.

News Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 11:24

Ealing Climbs Deprivation Rankings as Private Rents Surge 52.5% – Steepest Rise in London

Ealing has experienced one of the sharpest rises in relative deprivation of any local authority in England. In just six years the borough has moved from 88th to 45th most deprived on the national ranking. At the same time private rents in Ealing have increased by 52.5% since 2019 – the steepest rise recorded anywhere in London.

Environment Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 11:24

North Greenford Parks Receive Native Planting, Wildflower Meadows and Accessibility Upgrades

Parks in North Greenford are being improved with native planting schemes, new wildflower meadows and accessibility upgrades designed to make the green spaces more welcoming for the whole community. The works form part of wider efforts by the council and local partners to enhance greenspaces and support biodiversity across the northern part of the borough.

Environment Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 11:24

Fire Risk Warning for Ealing Parks – Dry Grass and Litter Pose Growing Danger

Local organisations are urging residents to take extra care in parks and open spaces after recent fires demonstrated how quickly dry grass and discarded litter can spread. Barbecues are banned, cigarettes must be fully extinguished, and all waste and glass should be taken home rather than left behind.

Environment Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 10:34

New Baby Beavers Arrive at Paradise Fields – “Nature’s Report Card”

New beaver kits have been born at the Ealing Beaver Project site in Paradise Fields, Greenford. Dr Sean McCormack, founder of the Ealing Wildlife Group, described the arrivals as “nature’s report card to say ‘we like it here’.” The successful birth of another generation is being taken as clear evidence that the animals are thriving in their urban wetland home.

News Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 10:34

Ealing Rises Sharply in Deprivation Rankings as Private Rents Jump 52.5%

Ealing has recorded one of the fastest deteriorations in relative deprivation of any local authority in England. Within six years the borough has moved from 88th to 45th most deprived on the national ranking. Parallel to this shift, private rents in Ealing have risen by 52.5% since 2019 – the steepest increase of any London borough.

Community Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 10:22

Ealing Volunteers and Community Groups Honoured at A2Dominion Awards

Three Ealing-based initiatives have been recognised at this year’s A2Dominion Community Awards for the real difference they make to local residents. The annual “Making a Difference” ceremony celebrates people and groups who go above and beyond to support their neighbours.

Health Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 10:22

Ealing Mile Returns to Lammas Park – Lunchtime Run This Friday

The popular Ealing Mile is back this Friday at 12:30 in Lammas Park. Organised by the team behind the Ealing Half Marathon (consistently ranked one of the UK’s best half marathons), the event offers a fast, friendly, traffic-free one-mile (1.6 km) course open to runners, joggers and walkers aged four and over.

Environment Ealing · 4 Aug 2026, 10:22

New Beaver Kits Arrive at Paradise Fields – How Ealing’s Beavers Are Beating Flooding Better Than Concrete

The beaver family living in Paradise Fields, Greenford, has welcomed at least two new kits. Mother Willow (the matriarch of London’s first urban beaver reintroduction since the animals were hunted to extinction more than 400 years ago) has produced another litter, and local residents and Ealing Wildlife Group volunteers are already gathering in the evenings to watch the fluffy youngsters learn to swim and dive.

Housing Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 16:52

Ealing Council recovers 20 illegally occupied council homes – £1.44 million impact identified

Ealing Council’s anti-fraud team has recovered 20 council homes that were being occupied illegally and identified actual and potential financial losses of approximately £1.44 million over the past year. The properties – which should have been available for families on the housing waiting list – were returned after investigations into illegal sub-letting, false tenancy applications, and other forms of tenancy fraud.

Community Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 16:52

Local heroes recognised: Ealing volunteers and community groups win A2Dominion Community Awards 2026

Volunteers and grassroots projects that quietly improve life for residents across Ealing have been celebrated at this year’s A2Dominion Community Awards. Three initiatives with strong local roots received particular recognition: Mahaba Café in Ealing was named Community Partner of the Year.

Health Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 15:09

Ealing Foodbank publishes most needed items for August

Ealing Foodbank has released its list of the most urgently needed items for August as demand for emergency food support continues across the borough. The foodbank, which helps residents facing financial hardship, is appealing for specific essentials that are currently running low.

Schools Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 15:08

Ealing to create 66 new specialist school places for children with SEND

Ealing Council has approved funding to create 66 new specialist places for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities at two mainstream schools in the borough. Acton Gardens Primary School will gain 36 places, while Brentside High School in Hanwell will receive 30.

Community Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 15:05

Ealing Council failed to provide therapy for autistic child for almost two years

Ealing Council has been found at fault by the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman for failing to deliver essential therapy to a child with autism for nearly two years. The child, referred to in the report as Y, has an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan that clearly set out the support they were entitled to receive.

Community Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 15:02

Ealing Council left disabled mother and child in unsuitable B&B for months, Ombudsman finds

Ealing Council has been found at fault by the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman for leaving a disabled mother and her child in unsuitable bed and breakfast accommodation for far longer than the law allows. The woman, referred to in the official report as Miss Y, uses a wheelchair and has complex medical needs.

Community Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 14:58

Free health camp coming to Southall this Sunday

Residents of Southall and Norwood Green will be able to get free health checks this Sunday without needing an appointment. A free Health Camp is being held at Ramgarhia Sabha on Oswald Road on Sunday 9 August from 11am to 3pm. The event is being promoted by Independent councillor John Martin, who represents Norwood Green.

Community Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 14:52

Southall residents raise fly-tipping, e-bikes and anti-social behaviour with local councillor

Residents in Norwood Green and Southall are still raising the same everyday frustrations that have dogged the area for months: dumped rubbish, blocked pavements and anti-social behaviour. Independent councillor John Martin, who represents Norwood Green, held one of his regular “coffee with a councillor” sessions last week.

Community Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 14:49

Amber heat-health alert issued for London as temperatures climb

The UK Health Security Agency has issued an amber heat-health alert for London and three other regions of England as temperatures rise again this week. The alert covers London, the South East, East of England and the East Midlands. It came into force at 9am on Monday 3 August and will remain in place until 9am on Wednesday 5 August.

Housing Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 14:19

Ealing Council asks residents for views on smaller HMO licensing

Ealing Council has opened a public consultation on plans to continue licensing smaller houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) across the borough for another five years. The current additional licensing scheme, which covers shared homes occupied by three or four unrelated people, is due to expire at the end of March 2027.

Community Ealing · 3 Aug 2026, 14:17

Ealing Foodbank needs these items most this August

Ealing Foodbank has published its latest list of the items it needs most to support local people this month. The foodbank, which is part of the Trussell Trust network, continues to see high demand across the borough. Every donation helps provide emergency food parcels for residents facing financial pressure.