Author Archives: Richard AH White

The comment was about the LibDems winning every seat on Richmond Council. The response was ‘It’s a Waitrose constituency’,

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Local councillor Julia Cambridge has been reappointed as Chair of the Education and Children’s Services Committee. This is the full list of committee chairs and vice-chairs for 2026/27. Committee Chair Vice Chair(s) Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee Councillor … Continue reading →

Councillor Nancy Baldwin has been appointed Mayor of Richmond upon Thames. Councillor Baldwin, who previously served as Mayor in 2019/20, returns to the role for the 2026/27 municipal year. Councillor Matthew Wherry has been appointed Deputy Mayor. A Liberal Democrat … Continue reading →

East Sheen Village is teaming up with The Hare & Hounds to host this year’s Saturday Garden Market – Entry is free and you are invited! Back by popular demand, this pop-up market will transform part of the pub’s garden into … Continue reading →

EastSheenMatters expressed concern on 10 May 2026 about the effect of the results of the local election in Richmond. Absolute power…… ! BBC News has now reported on this with an interview of the Leader Cllr. Gareth Roberts. “Much of … Continue reading →

After their stunning performance at Christ Church last November Basil Alter, violinist, and Julian Chan, pianist, return on 19 June 2026 in the Friday evening concert series at 7pm. They will be performing Beethoven’s Violin Sonata No 1, Brahms Violin … Continue reading →

Today saw the launch of an English Heritage Blue Plaque to Amy Constance Gentry, was born in 1903 at 111 White Hart Lane in Barnes. The family later moved to 29 Thornton Road in Mortlake, where the Plaque is shown … Continue reading →