More than 3,300 historic London transport signs in Acton will benefit from a £237,000 National Lottery Heritage Fund grant to support conservation and improve public access.

Held at the London Transport Museum Depot, the collection includes station signs, directional displays and other examples of the lettering that has helped generations of passengers navigate the capital.

The project, called Acton Access: Signs, Stories and Skills, will also involve local volunteers and community participants in researching the stories behind the signs.

Training and paid work experience placements will offer opportunities in collections management, heritage interpretation and storytelling.

The museum plans to review the collection, improve storage and identify duplicate signs that could potentially be transferred to other public organisations.

For Acton residents, the investment protects a distinctive local collection while opening up new ways to explore London’s transport and design history.

Families across Ealing can now reserve free, pre-loved school uniforms online and collect them at participating locations in Acton and Northfields.

The new service lets parents and carers browse available clothing and sizes before reserving what their children need, helping them avoid unnecessary journeys.

The wider uniform reuse scheme has already supported more than 265 families, offering practical help with school costs as children grow and clothing needs replacing.

Families in Ealing, Southall, Greenford, Hanwell, Northolt, Perivale and Acton can check the Ealing Free School Uniform service on Uniformd for current stock and collection instructions.

Availability depends on donated items, so particular garments or sizes may not always be in stock.

By giving wearable uniforms a second life, the scheme helps families save money while reducing clothing waste.

A new weekly physiotherapy clinic in Perivale is bringing specialist care closer to adults with learning disabilities in Ealing.

Introduced by West London NHS Trust, the clinic is based at the Activity Resource Centre and offers support in a familiar community setting.

Physiotherapy can help people manage pain, improve mobility and balance, and maintain independence in everyday life.

For patients who find travel or unfamiliar clinical environments difficult, a local service may make it easier to access care suited to their needs.

Referral, eligibility and appointment arrangements should be confirmed with the NHS service before attending; the clinic has not been announced as a walk-in service.

Two University of West London professors have taken senior roles in a £22 million partnership to improve health and social care across London.

Professors Rowan Myron and Laura Lennox, who are associated with UWL’s Geller Institute of Ageing and Memory, will help turn research findings into practical improvements for patients and care services.

Myron will focus on getting evidence to healthcare professionals and organisations, while Lennox will help them put it into everyday practice.

The five-year NIHR Applied Research Collaboration London brings together universities, NHS organisations and other partners, with government funding and Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust as its host.

Its priorities include neighbourhood healthcare, disease prevention, more efficient services and better use of data.

For Ealing, the appointments put local academic expertise into a London-wide effort that could improve care over time, particularly for older people and those with complex needs.

The funding is for research, not a new local healthcare facility.

Greenford residents can now get face-to-face help with council services at Greenford Library without an appointment.

The walk-in service, launched on 7 October 2026, can help with council enquiries, online applications and finding information about local services.

Sessions run on Tuesdays from 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 4.30pm, and Wednesdays from 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 3.45pm.

The community hub is at Greenford Library, Oldfield Lane South, Greenford, UB6 9LG; these session times are separate from the library’s general opening hours.

The hub is on the first floor and has no lift, so residents who need step-free access should ask Ealing Council about alternative locations.

Check the latest arrangements with the council before visiting, as more complex enquiries may need specialist help or a further appointment.

Looking for things to do in Ealing this week? From a canal-side festival and outdoor cinema to live theatre, film, family activities and local walks, there are plenty of reasons to get out and explore the borough.

Great Local Experiences to Try in the London Borough of Ealing. 

You don't have to head into central London to find something interesting to do this weekend. From a brand-new photography exhibition and contemporary art to hilltop views, a family zoo and a little local history, there's plenty to discover closer to home.

Here are seven ideas for exploring Ealing Borough over the weekend.

Facing doubt from others can be painful, but it doesn’t have to hold you back.

Criticism and skepticism—whether from family, friends, or colleagues—can motivate you to rewrite your story.

Don’t let others define your potential.

People judge based on what they see now, not who you can become through effort and persistence.

Confidence often comes from action. Each small achievement helps you build self-belief and momentum.

Turn skepticism into fuel, not anger, and set clear, measurable goals that keep you moving forward.

Quiet determination and consistent effort will let your results speak louder than words.

Your next chapter is yours to write.

Believe in yourself, embrace the process, and let every step prove to you what’s truly possible.

Content syndication empowers businesses to extend the reach of their articles, blogs, and insights far beyond a single website.

By republishing quality content on relevant platforms, companies create more paths for potential customers to discover their expertise and brand — whether through search, social media, or industry publications.

Effective syndication isn’t about duplicating content everywhere.

Instead, it’s a strategic process that supports organic discovery, boosts referral traffic, and multiplies a business’s digital touchpoints.

Proper execution ensures that distributed content serves as both a discovery tool and an opportunity for audiences to engage, without falling into SEO pitfalls or duplicate content issues.

Partnering with platforms like Iroma Media helps local businesses turn a single piece into an ongoing asset, making their content investment work even harder.

If your business struggles to get content noticed, syndication could be the missing piece for greater reach and authority.

Ealing Soup Kitchen is a dedicated charity offering warm, nutritious meals and vital support to those in need across Ealing.

Since 1973, volunteers have provided weekend meals at St John’s Church, focusing on serving the homeless, vulnerable, and those facing hardship.

The group also holds welcoming drop-in sessions every Monday and Friday.

Visitors can access fresh clothes, hot food, barber services, showers, foot care, and friendly games, alongside practical assistance for daily challenges.

Address:
Ealing Soup Kitchen
The Crypt, St John’s Church
Ealing W13 9LA

Contact:
Mobile: 07803 728288