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Exterior of a modern civic building with white columns, glass entrance doors, and a yellow flag, approached by wide stone steps with brick detailing on the right wing.
16th July 2026

Council disappointment at Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) decision

Reading Borough Council has expressed its disappointment at today’s government decision to create a new ‘Ridgeway’ council as part of Local Government Reorganisation proposals.
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10th November 2026

Council cuts carbon emissions by 76%

Reading Borough Council has cut its carbon emissions by 76% since 2008. Find out how projects across the town are helping to reduce energy use and costs.

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Members of a military marching band in dark ceremonial uniforms and tall black fur hats play brass instruments during a parade. Two musicians with trumpets are prominent in the foreground, wearing medals on their uniforms, while other band members and a large silver tuba are visible behind them. The scene is outdoors and closely framed, emphasizing the musicians and their instruments.
2nd November 2026

Remembrance and Armistice Day events in Reading

People in Reading are coming together again to remember and honour the men and women who died while serving the country. Two events will be held in the town over the next few days, and everyone is welcome to attend.

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Reading Borough Council Civic Centre public entrance
28th October 2026

Government announces plans to progress with a mayoral strategic authority for the Thames Valley

John Healey, MP, Chancellor of the Exchequer, announced in his Autumn Budget Statement that the Thames Valley region, alongside nine others across the country including Surrey, Hertfordshire and Wessex, will progress with plans for a mayoral strategic authority.

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