Ealing local news

Community Greenford · 11 Aug 2026, 13:45

Greenford recycling centre now accepts small electricals for repair and reuse

Ealing Council has opened a dedicated reuse route for unwanted small electrical items at the Greenford Road reuse and recycling centre. Suitable goods are repaired by specialist partners and offered on to community groups or residents at lower cost.

Schools Ealing · 11 Aug 2026, 10:14

AI and 3D Printing in Heritage Conservation – UWL Lecture for Ealing Civic Society

Dr Efcharis (Haroula) Balodimou, Senior Lecturer at the University of West London’s School of Computing & Engineering, recently delivered a lecture to the Ealing Civic Society titled “Innovation in Heritage Conservation: Emerging Practices and Future Directions”.

Environment Ealing · 11 Aug 2026, 06:00

Greener Ealing leaves its own bags on the streets. Residents say: you are the fly-tippers

In the first days of August 2026 a fresh wave of resident complaints appeared across Southall, Northolt and other parts of the borough. The subject was Greener Ealing Ltd, the wholly council-owned company responsible for refuse collection, street cleansing and the clearance of fly-tips.

Money & Support Ealing · 11 Aug 2026, 06:00

An old case that keeps returning: fraud at Ealing Hospital and the fate of the whistleblower

In the summer of 2026 material about a case more than a decade old began circulating again on social media. Sharmila Chowdhury, a long-serving imaging services manager at Ealing Hospital (now part of London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust), discovered that two consultant radiologists were regularly working at a private hospital – the Clementine Churchill – during hours for which they were being paid by the NHS.

Health Ealing · 11 Aug 2026, 00:36

Where to train in Northolt, Greenford, Southall and Ealing - an up-to-date overview of local options

Where to train in Northolt, Greenford, Southall and Ealing – current local options overview Section: Health In Northolt, Greenford, Southall and Ealing, there are more and more opportunities to stay fit without having to commute to central London. The offer is clearly wider today than two years ago - from cheap 24-hour chain gyms, through centers with swimming pools, to smaller studios offering boxing and functional training.

News Ealing · 10 Aug 2026, 19:45

Drought continues in Ealing, Northolt, Greenford and Southall

Drought continues to grip Ealing, Northolt, Greenford and Southall Section: Environment and cleanliness The summer of 2026 will go down in history as one of the driest and hottest in decades across southern and central England. The Environment Agency officially declared drought across London, the Thames Valley and surrounding regions at the end of July.

Schools Ealing · 10 Aug 2026, 15:59

Over a million young people out of work and education – what's happening?

Over a million young people not in work or education – what's going on? Section: Residents' Affairs In Great Britain, for the first time in over a decade, the number of young people aged 16-24 who are not in education, employment or training (so-called NEET - Not in Education, Employment or Training) exceeded one million.

Housing Ealing · 10 Aug 2026, 10:20

Regulator of Social Housing awards Ealing a C2 rating. “Some weaknesses” – and that is not a compliment

In November 2025 the Regulator of Social Housing issued its first consumer grading for the London Borough of Ealing: C2. On the four-point scale used by the regulator, C1 means a landlord is delivering the outcomes of the consumer standards.

News Ealing · 10 Aug 2026, 06:03

Surprising chapters from Ealing’s history – places and stories few people remember

Ealing’s history contains several facts that sound almost improbable, yet they are true. They are not events that change residents’ everyday lives, but they show how many different lives, nationalities and eras have crossed paths right here in the western part of London.

Housing Ealing · 10 Aug 2026, 06:03

Ealing Council recovers 20 council homes after fraud investigations

Over the past year Ealing Council’s fraud investigators recovered 20 council homes that were occupied by people who were not entitled to them. A report presented to the Audit Committee showed that between April 2025 and March 2026 officers completed 445 investigations.

Community Ealing · 10 Aug 2026, 06:03

He won a fortune in the UK and is already packing for Poland. The comments reveal what emigrants really think

A few weeks ago a Polish emigrant living in the UK won an online lottery prize package worth over a million pounds – a house, a car and cash. Instead of celebrating a new life in Britain, he immediately announced that he was returning to Poland with his partner and daughter.

Community Ealing · 9 Aug 2026, 18:19

Hidden gems of Ealing – places worth rediscovering

Many people associate Ealing mainly with parks, railway stations, busy streets and the daily rush. Yet the borough still holds a number of places that even long-term residents sometimes overlook or have never properly explored. These are not loud tourist attractions – rather quiet, local treasures that reward those who decide to slow down and look more carefully.

Community Ealing · 9 Aug 2026, 13:22

Meningococcal Outbreak in Kent – Advice for London Students and Young Adults

In March 2026 an outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease was confirmed in the Canterbury area of Kent, linked mainly to students at the University of Kent and local sixth-form colleges. Several cases were connected to a nightclub. There were multiple intensive-care admissions and two deaths.

Community Ealing · 9 Aug 2026, 13:21

DWP Bank Checks and Benefit Crackdowns – What Claimants in London Need to Know

The Department for Work and Pensions has begun rolling out new Eligibility Verification measures. Banks are required to check accounts against limited indicators set by the DWP for Universal Credit, Pension Credit and ESA. Only high-level information is shared if an account matches certain criteria; the DWP says it does not see individual transactions.

Community Ealing · 9 Aug 2026, 11:14

No More Section 21: What the New Renters’ Rights Mean for Ealing Tenants

From 1 May 2026 the core parts of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 came into force across England. Private tenancies are now periodic assured tenancies. Landlords can no longer serve Section 21 “no-fault” notices.

Housing Ealing · 9 Aug 2026, 06:02

Ealing’s social housing waiting list: how the system works and who gets priority

Ealing Council currently has more than 7,500 households on its housing register. Only around 600 social homes become available each year, which means fewer than 10% of applicants receive an offer. Many people will never be rehoused through the register.

Environment Ealing · 8 Aug 2026, 10:00

What are we really drinking in Ealing? The new scandal of London’s polluted rivers – medicines, sewage and ‘forever chemicals’

In the last few days a wave of information has swept across England that should sound particularly loud for residents of Ealing. The latest comprehensive assessment by the Environment Agency (published 6 August 2026) revealed something many experts had long suspected: not a single river, lake or coastal water in England passed the chemical pollution test.

Community Ealing · 8 Aug 2026, 06:03

More Than 7,800 Households Are Waiting for Housing in Ealing. Why Can’t Empty Homes Solve the Crisis?

Housing pressure in Ealing is measured not only in rising rents and property prices, but in thousands of households waiting for a social home. Ealing Council’s Housing Annual Report for 2024/25 says that more than 7,813 households were on the housing waiting list at the end of March 2025.

Environment Ealing · 8 Aug 2026, 06:03

What are children breathing on the school run in Ealing? Road traffic still drives much of the borough’s local pollution

Every weekday morning thousands of children walk, cycle, scoot or are driven to school across Ealing. For many families the journey lasts only ten or twenty minutes. But it often takes place at exactly the time when roads around schools are busiest.

Community Ealing · 8 Aug 2026, 06:03

Why was Ealing called the “Queen of the Suburbs”? The story behind a nickname more than a century old

“Queen of the Suburbs” sounds more like a marketing slogan than a historical title. But in Ealing the phrase has genuine roots. To understand it, we have to go back to the nineteenth century, when Ealing was changing from a collection of villages and semi-rural settlements into a rapidly developing suburban town.

Community Ealing · 7 Aug 2026, 21:04

Benefit Fraud Raids in Ealing and Harrow – £200,000 Investigation

On 6 August 2026 Metropolitan Police and DWP investigators executed warrants at addresses in Ealing and Harrow. A man and a woman were arrested on suspicion of involvement in an organised scheme that allegedly involved false Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment claims.

Money & Support Ealing · 7 Aug 2026, 21:04

Mortgage Rates Rising Again – What It Means for London Buyers and Remortgagers

Average two-year and five-year fixed mortgage rates have climbed noticeably through the first half of 2026. Two-year fixes for higher loan-to-value deals have moved above 5% in many cases, levels not seen since the previous spike. Analysts link the upward pressure partly to global uncertainty, including the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its effect on energy and financial markets.

Housing Ealing · 7 Aug 2026, 13:31

London Is Still Not Building Enough Affordable Homes – The Latest Target Was Missed

The Mayor of London’s Affordable Homes Programme 2021–26 delivered 14,335 affordable housing starts by March 2026. This fell short of the already-reduced target of 17,800–19,000 starts. Nearly four out of five of the homes that were started were for social rent.

Community Ealing · 7 Aug 2026, 12:43

A London transport service for disabled passengers is closing on 1 September – what replaces Capital Call?

Transport for London is closing the Capital Call assisted transport service on 1 September 2026. The service will continue to operate until 31 August. After that date it will no longer be available.

Environment Ealing · 7 Aug 2026, 11:32

What is allowed and not allowed in Ealing parks? Dogs, BBQs, alcohol and other rules

What is allowed and not allowed in Ealing parks? Dogs, BBQs, alcohol and other rules Ealing parks are for everyone, but clear rules apply. Dogs: Dogs are welcome but must be kept under control.

Environment Ealing · 7 Aug 2026, 11:32

The Thames once smelled so bad that politicians fled Parliament. Then it was declared “biologically dead”

Most of us look at the Thames today and see a wide, calm river. Sometimes even seals. Few people picture what it was like not so long ago – one of the most repulsive rivers in Europe.

Money & Support Ealing · 7 Aug 2026, 08:05

Where does Ealing Council get its money and what is it spent on? Residents’ council tax, government grants and the real budget picture

Every year Ealing residents receive their council tax bill and wonder: how much of what we pay actually goes on real services, and how much disappears into the system? Official Ealing Council documents (Statement of Accounts and Council Tax guides) give a reasonably clear picture.

Community Ealing · 7 Aug 2026, 08:04

Who is responsible for cutting hedges and boundaries in Ealing? Residents’ and Council duties explained

In Ealing a common question arises: who should cut a hedge that overhangs the pavement or blocks a neighbour’s light? The answer depends on who owns the land and what kind of problem it is. 1.

Community Ealing · 6 Aug 2026, 15:36

Why does your cat come to the bed at night and try to wake you up? And do cats actually like sleeping with their owners?

Almost every cat owner knows the scenario. It’s 3:17 a.m. You’re in a deep sleep.

Schools Ealing · 6 Aug 2026, 14:49

Free School Meals in Ealing – who can get them and how to apply (changes from September 2026)

From September 2026 the rules for Free School Meals are changing. The most important change is that all children from households receiving Universal Credit will be entitled to free school meals – the previous £7,400 income threshold will no longer apply.

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?