Social Value Ideas for Richmond upon Thames London Borough Council

Primary surplus capacity

Primary schools are operating well below advised capacity, creating continuing pressure to rationalise provision. Henry Kilpin said occupancy is 83.7% with a 16.7% vacancy rate and almost 3,000 vacant…

“Currently, primaries are 83.7% occupancy, so we've got a vacancy rate of 16.7%, and we've got almost 3,000 vacancies across all year groups”

Consult five school reductions

The council is proposing permanent reductions in forms of entry at five community schools, with public consultation planned between November and January and a committee decision expected in January 20…

“we're proposing further permanent reductions at five schools this year. We're going to be undertaking public consultation shortly between November and…”

Opposition strengthened

The committee agreed to amend the recommendation so Richmond Council's opposition explicitly covers environmental harms, including air pollution, climate impacts and noise impacts. This reinforces the…

“"we continue to oppose any expansion of Heathrow results in more flights, more noise or more pollution for our residents."”

Intermediate Rent Cap Rise

Members were asked to approve an increase in the annual income threshold for intermediate rent, aligning local policy with the GLA’s current position. This changes eligibility for intermediate housing…

“"members of this committee are asked to approve increasing the intermediate rent annual income threshold from £60,000 to £67,000 to align with GLA's c…”