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Salamat po! My thanks to Father Larry, Father William, Bishop Anderson Jeremiah, and the Filipino congregation at St John’s Notting Hill for your warm welcome on Ascension Day last week. Bea and I had so much fun, and made lots of new friends.

🇬🇪Incredible evening last Saturday with the First Georgian Supplementary School, celebrating Georgian Independence Day and Georgian cultural week. Delicious food, beautiful music, and that famous Georgian hospitality. Thank you Liana and all your team! #georgia 🇬🇪

Delighted to host Allyson Williams MBE in the Mayoral Parlour today, and a real honour to be presented with her book, 'Tell Me Something I Don't Know'. The title reflects her catch-phrase used to survive the racism she suffered as a young adult training to be a nurse, during her life journey from Trinidad to London as part of the Windrush Generation. We had a lovely chat over tea, and I can't wait to get reading. Thank you, Allyson, for your contribution to our great country and Borough.

As the temperature rises, you may be of the mind to do a little outdoor catering. BBQs aren't allowed in any of the RBKC Parks or Open Spaces. They can cause long term damage to the grass and present a fire risk. If found with a fire or BBQ alight you could be fined

A beautifully sunny, and warm day, in Holland Park today

We've all made it, Its Friday!

Welcome to Tuesday everyone. That's it we're all on the road to Friday. You have the motivation to reach out and almost touch that sunshine today. Have a great day.

Revealed: McDonald’s are planning to to open a new restaurant at the end of Southend Pier – becoming the UK’s first “Sail-Thru” service! McDonald’s has announced plans to open a new restaurant at the far end of Southend Pier, making it the longest walk to a Big Mac in the UK. The unique location will not only cater to visitors arriving by foot or Pier train, but will also feature the country’s first-ever “Sail-Thru” service, allowing passing paddleboarders, kayakers, and small boats to pick up their meals without stepping off their vessels. "A One-of-a-Kind Dining Experience" Set to open in time for next summer’s tourist season, the new McDonald’s will offer stunning views of the Thames Estuary while providing the familiar fast-food experience. McDonald’s Head of Growth, Kevin Williams, described the location as “a bold new step in waterfront dining,” adding that “whether you arrive by train, foot, or paddleboard, your McNuggets will be hot, fresh, and just a little bit saltier from the sea breeze.” The “Sail-Thru” service will operate much like a traditional drive-thru, with a designated collection point where boaters can place and receive their orders. Safety measures will be in place to ensure smooth service, including a floating queue system and McDonald’s have said they’re working on special waterproof takeaway packaging. To accommodate the pier’s unpredictable weather and the high volume of foot traffic, McDonald’s says it is working closely with Southend City Council on a sustainability plan. The restaurant will be powered in part by solar panels, and deliveries will be coordinated with the pier’s existing supply routes to minimise disruption. Despite the challenges, McDonald’s remains confident that the project will be a success. “Southend Pier is the longest pleasure pier in the world,” Kevin Williams added, “and we’re excited to make it home to the most unique McDonald’s in the UK.” Construction is expected to begin later this year, with an official opening planned for summer 2026. We have contacted Southend City Council for comment.

Today we’re announcing new measures which will see the mandatory removal of outdoor footwear on the railway. The groundbreaking step is being introduced following a surge in reports to our text 61016 service of people putting their feet on seats. 🔗 spkl.io/6003fvBv9

Beware the Fool this April 1st!

Holland Park is now locked up at 8pm Please make sure you're out by then, as the Park Keeper's keys will be rattling in the locks.

Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating in @RBKC and around the world. Wishing you a joyous Eid al-Fitr. #EidMubarak

Goodness is that the sun in the sky for another week! Lots of people of all ages are enjoying Holland Park today. Unfortunately very young children are easily distracted and the first call of the day was a missing child. Happily found shortly afterwards.

Lovely view of the flypast from Holland Park

A concerning call to Parks Police this morning. A pre-school party had lost one of their 3 year olds in Holland Park. Immediate deployment, officers' knowledge of the area, paying dividends as they were able to locate the little girl, unharmed, if a little upset.

Spotted at Heath Extension ponds: the Giant Butterbur flower! 🌼 This plant grows up to 1.5 meters tall, one of the largest in the Heath. Its leaves shelter wildlife, and early blooms offer nectar for pollinators. #HampsteadHeath

I had a brilliant time earlier this month celebrating world book day with children in North Kensington. So much young reading & writing talent on display! Reading is so important, a great equaliser in education... And, most importantly it's fun!

Morning All, Have yourselves a great Monday. Its all to play for out there. Lets make it a corker of a week!