Thousands of copies of the latest Twickenham News are being delivered to homes across Twickenham, Teddington, the Hamptons, Whitton, St Margarets and Strawberry Hill.
The Spring 2026 edition sets out the Conservatives’ case for change at Richmond Council and highlights local concerns raised by residents across the borough.
Controlling Council spending
The leaflet argues that Richmond’s Liberal Democrat administration has lost control of costs, pointing to rising staffing levels, increased senior salaries and higher parking and traffic-related charges.
It contrasts this with the Conservatives’ commitment to keep Council Tax down, control spending and direct more money towards frontline services such as road repairs and maintaining public spaces.
The leaflet also calls for stronger financial scrutiny at York House, with Conservatives challenging spending decisions and holding the administration to account.
One hour of free parking
A central Conservative pledge is to extend free parking for Richmond Card holders from 30 minutes to one hour.
The policy is intended to make it easier for residents to use local shops, support town centres and stop briefly without facing high parking costs.
The leaflet says a Conservative Council would retain the Richmond Card and place the needs of local businesses and shoppers at the heart of parking policy.
Standing up for residents
Twickenham News also covers a number of local campaigns.
In Hampton, residents of Milton Road have opposed the introduction of double yellow lines through an emergency traffic order. The leaflet argues that the Council should have consulted residents properly before making changes that removed parking spaces and displaced cars onto neighbouring roads.
In Richmond town centre, Conservatives oppose proposals that could lead to the pedestrianisation of George Street, warning that displaced traffic could increase congestion and pollution on surrounding roads.
The publication also highlights opposition to the threatened loss of allotments in Teddington and raises concerns about uncertainty facing families who depend on reliable support for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Safer neighbourhoods
The Conservatives are also proposing neighbourhood police hubs in town centres, using existing public buildings to give officers a more visible and accessible presence.
The leaflet calls for firm and consistent enforcement of the law, alongside Community Safety Wardens to support neighbourhood policing and tackle antisocial behaviour.
A clear plan for Richmond
The latest Twickenham News sets out five priorities:
Keep Council Tax down. Control spending. Improve Council services. Put residents’ priorities first. Spend money where it matters.
Volunteers are now delivering thousands of copies across the constituency. The Association relies on local members and supporters to help get its message directly to residents.
Even a small delivery round can make a real difference. Those interested in helping with future deliveries or local campaigning can contact Twickenham Conservatives through the Association website.
