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exterior photo of the Reading Borough Council civic centre and offices
6th February 2026

Reading to restate case to keep all of Tilehurst in Berkshire

Reading council will respond to the Oxfordshire reorganisation consultation, restating its case that Tilehurst should remain part of Reading, reflecting residents’ daily lives, local services and the government’s test of sensible economic geography.
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A medieval manuscript open on a display stand inside a glass museum case. The pages are aged parchment and show handwritten musical notation with lyrics in an old script. Decorative capital letters in red and blue are visible on the left-hand page. The book has a dark red cover and the pages appear worn and yellowed with age.
12th March 2026

Ancient song returns to Reading after 500 years

The manuscript of 'Sumer is icumen in' will be displayed in Reading Museum until 9 May.

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photo of buzz 9 bus outside Reading Green Park train station
3rd March 2026

Reading sets out transport plans after government funding confirmed

Reading Council has confirmed how new government transport funding could support travel improvements across the town, including bus services, walking and cycling schemes, and upgrades to roads and passenger facilities.

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photo of the catwheeling boys sculpture installed on the side of the new council offices
25th February 2026

Cartwheeling boys sculpture installed at Civic Centre

The cartwheeling boys sculpture has been restored and installed at the Civic Centre, following storm Eunice damage. Discover its history and the story behind Reading’s twin town gift.

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