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new printed bin calendar stuck to the front of a fridge door
15th May 2025

New bin collection schedule starts Monday 9 June

Bin collection days are changing across Reading from Monday 9 June 2025. You can check your new schedule online, in the post or by using the Scrapp app.
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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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Photo of a road featuring a bus lane in Reading
24th February 2026

Consultation on new transport plans for east Reading

Reading and Wokingham councils are consulting on new bus and traffic improvements on the A4 London Road to improve journey times into east Reading. Share your views in the consultation.

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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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