Richmond and Twickenham Times

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New London-wide scheme set to save families money on school uniforms
A new London‑wide School Uniform Reuse Network has been launched to help families access affordable second‑hand uniforms and reduce clothing waste.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:19:47 +0000
Six in 10 smartphone owners want less screen time and more time appreciating life
Six in 10 smartphone owners want to spend less time looking down at their devices - and more time appreciating what’s around them.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:16:34 +0000
Financial changes this spring could save households over £800 a year
Financial changes this spring could save households more than £800 a year - as Brits celebrate the ‘bills boss’ of their home.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:15:00 +0000
Worn tyres can be even more dangerous than using a mobile phone behind the wheel
Worn tyres can be even more dangerous than using a mobile phone behind the wheel, according to academic research.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:12:44 +0000
The bizarre skincare hacks Brits swear by include teabags, egg and baking soda
The bizarre skincare hacks Brits swear by include placing teabags on puffy eyes, using egg yolk to treat rough skin and even applying baking soda as an exfoliant.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:07:42 +0000
Heathrow reveals images through the ages as it celebrates its 80 year anniversary
Pictures showcasing some of Heathrow's most iconic moments as it celebrates its 80th birthday have been revealed.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:19:34 +0000
Tesco and Sainsbury’s now more expensive than Waitrose if shoppers don't use cards
Tesco and Sainsbury’s customers are paying more than Waitrose shoppers if they are not using a Nectar or Clubcard.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 06:30:00 +0000
NCP closing 22 car parks across the UK in just a few hours - see the full list
National Car Parks (NCP) is set to close 22 of its car parks in England and Wales for good on Friday (March 27) - see the full list.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
London schools to expand nurseries to help reduce cost of childcare
34 London schools will get funding to open or grow nurseries as part of a £45m national rollout, cutting childcare costs and easing the strain on working parents.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Of course Richmond is the best place to live - what took you so long to notice?'
Richmond Council leader Cllr Gareth Roberts on Richmond earning another accolade, being crowned by The Times as the best place to live in London.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:32:56 +0000
LOCALiQ UK wins national hospitality marketing award for The Cut & Craft campaign
Digital marketing agency LOCALiQ UK has been named Hospitality Campaign of the Year winner at the UK Paid Media Awards 2026 for its work with premium independent steak restaurant group The Cut & Craft.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:26:27 +0000
When Japanese Knotweed typically flowers in the UK and what to do if you find any
Japanese Knotweed is the most common of four invasive knotweed plant species in the UK. Here is when it flowers in the UK and what to do with it.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:26:55 +0000
Asda announces pay rise for all 110,000 supermarket staff from next week
Asda said the "pleasing" news represents an £80 million investment.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Premium UK chocolate brand found in Pret a Manager and Harrods enters administration
Premium UK chocolate company brand Marasu’s Petit Fours is at risk of closing after entering administration.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:18:06 +0000
Martin Lewis backs new rules that will make cancelling subscriptions easier
Cancelling broadband and subscriptions could soon be simpler under new rules supported by Martin Lewis.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:17:39 +0000
Kids eat free Easter 2026 - full UK list of deals where kids eat free or for £1
The UK restaurants, cafés and pubs where kids eat free or for £1 this Easter, with full details and booking links.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:25:33 +0000
Bridgerton fans criticise 'baffling' choice to sideline major character for series 5
Bridgerton has revealed that Francesca and Michaela will be the focus of season 5 but some fans have criticised the decision to sideline Eloise

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:01:43 +0000
Gordon Ramsay in hot water after his line of gourmet frozen meals slammed by shoppers
Renowned British chef Gordon Ramsay has come under fire online for his range of frozen meals currently being sold in stores.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:37:17 +0000
Married at First Sight star Mel Schilling dies aged 54 as tributes paid
Married at First Sight star Mel Schilling has died at the age of 54, following a terminal cancer diagnosis

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:49:16 +0000
Rumoured Celebrity Traitors lineup includes Stephen Graham and Hugh Grant
The likes of Adolescence star Stephen Graham and Bridget Jones actor Hugh Grant are rumoured to be part of the Celebrity Traitors series two lineup.

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:48:42 +0000
Rare Royal Mint 20p coin sells for 211 times face value due to missing detail
A 'rare' 20p coin has sold for more than 211 times its face value on eBay this month.

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:30:00 +0000
'We swapped our beds for sleeping bags for charity - here's how it went'
After fundraising for a leading youth homelessness charity, we traded our beds for sleeping bags and a night on the floor.

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:04:00 +0000
Strictly star shares how BBC show was ‘perfect antidote’ to cancer treatment
Alex Kingston has opened up about how Strictly Come Dancing was ‘perfect antidote’ to cancer treatment.

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:03:14 +0000
Emmerdale and Corrie to see schedule shakeup this week - when to watch
Emmerdale and Coronation Street will see schedule changes this week due to an England football match being aired on ITV1 on Friday, March 27.

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:02:23 +0000
9 porridge products sold at Tesco and Morrisons recalled due to 'mouse contamination'
MOMA Foods has recalled 9 porridge products sold at major supermarkets, including Tesco and Sainsbury's, due to "mouse contamination".

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:54:00 +0000
Brits issued £20,000 fine warning if they remove this common plant from their garden
Specialists from Garden Buildings Direct have advised people against becoming "unwitting criminals".

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +0000
UK wholesaler servicing Morrisons and Waitrose shuts down after entering liquidation
UK wholesaler Localist - The Food Merchant has ceased trading after entering liquidation, according to Companies House.

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 11:17:37 +0000
Number of meningitis cases in Kent drop as vaccine and antibiotics rollout continues
UKHSA has confirmed that the number of meningitis cases has dropped following the vaccine rollout.

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 08:18:35 +0000
BBC star rushed to hospital with frostbite after taking on 'huge risk'
BBC presenter Louise Minchin was rushed to the hospital after suffering from frostbite during an Arctic challenge.

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 06:23:31 +0000
SNL UK is 'better than expected' as viewers left 'surprised' despite mixed reactions
Brits are sharing their first reactions to Saturday Night Live (SNL) UK, receiving mixed reactions.

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:41:48 +0000
Davina McCall forced to apologise for co-star's 'bad language' during live show
Davina McCall was forced to apologise during the live broadcast of Comic Relief after Nick Mohammed swore.

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 07:07:05 +0000
Who is in the cast for Saturday Night Live UK? The 11 comedians and hosts revealed
Saturday Night Live (SNL) UK kicks off on March 21. Find out the full cast and the host.

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 06:25:37 +0000
How much did Comic Relief raise for 2026? Final fundraising total revealed
The final total raised for Comic Relief 2026 has been revealed. See how much was made.

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The 3 airlines that have entered insolvency in 2026 with 1,000s of flights cancelled
Three airlines, including one in the UK, have entered liquidation or administration in 2026, while another has shut down entirely - see which ones.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:27:47 +0000
Boy, 13, arrested after being taken to hospital in e-bike crash
A teenager has been arrested after a crash between two e-bikes in Mill Hill.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Hampton Court House: A unique, progressive approach to education
Hampton Court House: A unique, progressive approach to education.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Inside Kew Green Prep: Where curiosity and confidence thrive
Choosing the right preparatory school is one of the most significant decisions a family can make, and understanding a school’s values, leadership and day‑to‑day culture is essential to that process

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:44:00 +0000
The area that gives 'a break from concrete' named London's best place to live
Richmond has been named the best place to live in London by The Sunday Times.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The pub that feels like it could be the World Cup go‑to this summer after its refurb
If there’s one thing Fulham does well, it’s a pub that knows its crowd.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:12:53 +0000
Iconic action star Chuck Norris dies at 86 after ‘medical emergency’ in Hawaii
Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86 following a medical emergency in Hawaii.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:04:52 +0000
JD Wetherspoon reveals plans to open up to 35 new pubs across the UK
JD Wetherspoon currently manages 794 pubs and has 16 franchise locations across the UK

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:05:13 +0000
Radio 1's Greg James gives update on dad's health on final day of Comic Relief cycle
BBC Radio 1 presenter Greg James has given listeners an update on his dad's health as he recovers from a stroke.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:05:58 +0000
First‑time house buyer average age climbs from 29 to 34 amid 'challenging conditions'
The average age of a first‑time buyer has climbed from 29 to 34 since 1994/5, according to new research.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:38:20 +0000
UK tourists in Tenerife warned amid storm forecasts for wind and rain this week
UK tourists in Tenerife have been warned amid forecasts for strong winds and rain due to Storm Therese

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:34:01 +0000
These are the top 15 TV shows and films inspiring people to travel to Asia
These are the top 15 TV shows and films inspiring people to travel to Asia – with Race Across the World topping the list.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:30:35 +0000
Brits could be sitting on up to £1.2 billion in unused supermarket loyalty points
Brits could be sitting on up to £1.2 billion in unused supermarket loyalty points, according to research.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:14:53 +0000
Emergency funds top best money advice as Brits slam ‘just use a credit card’
The best financial advice Brits have ever received is to always have an emergency fund – while some of the worst include being told to ‘just put it on the credit card’ and ‘just enjoy the money now’.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:33:58 +0000
All the London Underground closures to be aware of for this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (March 20 to 22) and don't be caught out.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:05:06 +0000
One in five small UK firms could close within months after a cyber breach
A survey of small business owners found that many could shut down within months due to the consequences of a cyber breach

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:26:00 +0000
Brits issued travel warning for Spain, Italy, France and more amid new airport rule
UK holidaymakers heading to Europe including Spain and Italy have been issued a warning by travel experts due to new Entry Exit System (EES)

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