Reading Town Centre Safety Measures Improved
Improving the safety of women and girls in Reading town centre is at the heart of a raft of new security measures revealed by Reading Borough Council. The boost to the number of CCTV cameras and streetlights, and a Thames Valley Police initiative to identify potential predatory offenders, are among the measures introduced to make […]
The University of Reading Contributes Approximately £1 billion A Year To The UK Economy
The University of Reading contributes approximately £1 billion a year to the UK economy, new research shows. The Economic Impact of the University of Reading report, commissioned by the University and compiled by experts Hatch Urban Solutions, highlights the contribution of the University of Reading to the local, regional and national economy. Based on data […]
Santa At Broad Street Mall
This Christmas Broad St. Mall is inviting families to get into the festive season with a visit to Santa. Santa has been busy making his list and checking it twice, and is super excited to meet lots of little shoppers at Broad St. Mall very soon! From Friday 24th November to 24th December on selected […]
Shinfield Studios Is Nearing Completion
Shinfield Studios, the largest new film and television studio development in the UK, is nearing completion of its final phase of construction. With 13 soundstages now available, all 18 will be fully operational by early 2024. Over the past two years, as construction progressed and facilities became available, Shinfield Studios has welcomed film and high-end-TV […]
Sainsburys Arborfield One Step Closer
Sainsbury’s is progressing with exciting plans for a brand new supermarket in Arborfield as part of the planned District Centre located at the north eastern corner of the Nine Mile Ride Extension. Following a positive public consultation response to the proposals, which include the creation of around 75 new jobs, Sainsbury’s is now preparing to […]
Theale-Based Westcoast Secures Major Video Conferencing
Theale-based tech supply specialist Westcoast is celebrating a major business success after becoming official UK distributor for video conferencing manufacturer, Boom Collaboration. Westcoast will supply the complete Boom Collaboration range, including 4K PTZ conferencing cameras, video bars, personal devices and audio speakers – to more than 5,000 active trade resellers across the country and beyond. […]
Reading Digital Parking Scheme Goes Live 1st November
New digital residents’ parking permits are being launched across Reading borough on Wednesday 1 November. The online system will replace the current physical permits which are displayed in vehicles, and make it easier for residents to apply for and manage parking near their home. The transition to digital permits will be phased in over the […]
Reading Solar Initiative – Over 200 Residents To Save Money
A TOTAL of 239 Reading households are set to benefit from cheaper electricity, having taken up an opportunity to have solar panels installed in the most cost-effective and hassle-free way possible. In June residents were offered the chance, through the Solar Together initiative, to take advantage of competitive rates on solar panels and battery storage […]
Screen Berkshire launched
Screen Berkshire was today officially launched to support the ongoing growth of the film and high end television (HETV) production industry in the region. The partnership will provide opportunities for work and training to build on the regional screen skills talent pool, improve diversity in the industry and support productions that are filming in the […]
Reading FC Stadium an Asset of Community Value
READING’S Select Car Leasing Company Stadium – home to Reading FC – has been granted Asset of Community Value (ACV) status by the Council following a successful application by supporters. STAR (Supporters’ Trust at Reading) submitted its ACV application earlier this year. It follows a meeting with Reading Borough Council Councillors to express the group’s […]
