Confusion as council changes in Thames Valley delayed

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        September 8, 2026

Confusion as council changes in Thames Valley delayed

Good Morning Reading — 2026-09-08

The government has announced a review into plans for three new unitary authorities for the Thames Valley.
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Confusion as council changes in Thames Valley delayed
• The government has announced a review into plans for three new unitary authorities for the Thames Valley.
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Decision made on controversial over 55s flats and dentist surgery in Mortimer
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Footbridge near Earley station to close until April 2027
• Earley station footbridge to close from October for refurbishment until April 2027, with Wokingham Borough Council advising alternative pedestrian routes.
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Man charged after drugs, cash and motorbike seized in Bracknell
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Man hospitalised after being assaulted by group in Reading
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Man in his twenties attacked by group of men in Reading
• Police are investigating an early-morning assault in Reading and are appealing for witnesses and footage
Slough Observer — News · Local news · yesterday
Police to increase patrols around Jewish communities during High Holy Days
• Thames Valley Police will increase armed and unarmed patrols around synagogues and Jewish communities during the High Holy Days from September 11 for security.
Slough Observer — News · Local news · yesterday
Air ambulance offers supporters chance to add names to helicopter
• Thames Valley Air Ambulance invites supporters to add names to its helicopter for £150, raising funds for life-saving missions until October 31, 2026.
Reading Today Online (rdg.today) · Local news · yesterday
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• Reading Festival may have only just come to an end, but attention is already turning towards next year's event.
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Police to step up patrols during Jewish holidays
• Thames Valley Police says the dedicated operation is designed to protect Jewish communities.
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