Ealing Council

We’re turning forgotten spaces into new homes and showing how small sites can make a big difference in tackling the housing crisis 🏡

In Southall, there’s a plot on Recreation Road that locals will recognise – a row of derelict garages that’s been sitting unused for years. Now, we’re taking a big step to bring it back to life.

We’ve appointed a local architect-developer, Oddment, to transform the site into 4 family-sized homes (subject to planning permission).

Oddment is a small, local business – and one of its founders grew up right here in the borough.

We’ll also be working closely with local residents as plans develop, with opportunities to share feedback and shape the project.

Do you want to make a positive difference in your area?

Town Teams, part of the Your Voice, Your Town initiative, are looking for new members.

You’ll work alongside residents, businesses, community groups and councillors to:

✅ Shape local priorities
✅ Improve your town (from green spaces to high streets)
✅ Support community events and projects
✅ Turn ideas into action

No experience needed, just a passion for your community.

📅 Deadline: Sunday 21 June at 11.45pm
📩 Apply online: https://www.aroundealing.com/news/ready-to-make-a-difference/

Get involved and help shape the future of your town today.

This woman grew up alongside 13 foster children...

For as long as Lidia can remember, fostering has been part of her life.

Her parents have been foster carers for more than 25 years, caring for around 20 children over that time.

She watched young people arrive struggling with confidence and trust, before slowly beginning to feel safe, supported and hopeful again 🙌

Seeing that transformation inspired her to give back and become a social worker.

But years later, she and her partner decided to go a step further and become foster carers themselves.

Their first foster child was introduced gradually, spending time with them before moving in fully, something that helped everyone settle in 🏡

Fast forward to today – they've now cared for 7 young people, mostly teenagers.

And even after moving on, many still stay in touch.

“They come back to visit. They want to be part of the family.”

The final results are here 👇

On your lunch break? It could be the perfect time to vote.

Polls close at 10pm, so there's still plenty of time.

Don't forget your photo ID 🪪

A man who was caught using a stolen blue badge issued for disabled drivers has landed in court.

What might have seemed like an easy shortcut has cost over £1,000 in fines, court costs and victim surcharge 💰

Every stolen or misused badge takes away vital parking access from disabled residents who genuinely rely on it, which is why our enforcement teams seize dozens every month.

Click the link in the comments to read the full story 👇