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After smoking for five decades, Ealing resident Mohamed has successfully quit with the help of the Ealing Smokefree Service. The service offers free, funded support for up to eight weeks, including behavioural advice and medication, to help residents become smoke-free.
Ealing Council failed a mother and baby by denying her the right to escalate a complaint about a foster placement. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found the council at fault for refusing a Stage 3 panel review.
The Guardian says robotaxi pilots will not start this year, Ealing Council will purchase 95 new‑build flats in Acton for its tenants, and Wandsworth Council together with the Conservative Party plan to appeal a proposed 160% council‑tax rise, according to Politics Home.
A converted garden shed in West Ealing, advertised as a £100,000 freehold detached house, failed to attract any bids at auction. The property, located in a residential garden, may be relisted at a lower price next month, as Rightmove reports a 2% drop in London asking prices.
An independent planning inspector has rejected Pure Gaming Ltd’s appeal against Ealing Council’s refusal of a 24-hour bingo hall in Hanwell. Concerns over noise for residents above the unit, crime risks, and the venue’s appearance led to the decision, despite potential job creation and reuse of a vacant property.
An independent planning inspector has rejected plans for a 24-hour gambling venue at 153-155 Uxbridge Road, Hanwell, after Ealing Council refused permission. The decision cited risks to residents and the town centre, despite potential job creation.

Thomas Keaney, CEO of Ealing-based TCES, is challenging London employers and apprenticeship providers to create more opportunities for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). He argues that while schools are preparing students, many employers lack the confidence and suitable programmes for neuro-diverse learners.
Abi Fast Food, trading as SAI20 Limited, has been fined by Uxbridge magistrates after failing to meet hygiene standards in Southall. The restaurant and its director pleaded guilty to six food safety offences following inspections by Ealing Council.
Gunnersbury Park & Museum, jointly run by Ealing and Hounslow Councils, has introduced new branding ahead of its centenary. The rebrand, led by consultants Wiedemann Lampe, centres on the theme 'Life’s Rich Tapestry' to reflect the site’s community role and varied activities.
Two Ealing councillors participated in a community clear-up at Church Path in Southfield, organised by environmental charity Abundance London. The event aimed to restore overgrown land, with volunteers trimming grass and weeding paths on 3 August.
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