Preparing for the state visit

The President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, and his wife, Mrs Brigitte Macron, will visit Windsor, under invite from the King, from Tuesday 8 July to Thursday 10 July.

Colleagues across the council have been working with partners, including Thames Valley Police, the Crown Estate and government, on preparations and to minimise disruption to those that live and work in, or plan to visit Windsor.

Our webpage will be updated with useful information on plans and council services that may be impacted during the visit.

The Windsor Town team has organised a community clean-up ahead of the state visit of the French President, Emmanuel Macron.

Meeting at 9.50am on Saturday 5 July at King George V Fountain, volunteers will help tidy the processional route through Windsor Town Centre, including litter picking, graffiti removal, restoring planters, and maintaining green spaces.

To find out more or register to take part (tools and guidance will be provided) visit the webpage

Alcohol Awareness Week



Do you think you might be drinking too much? Or want to stay within recommended limits to protect your health?

With Alcohol Awareness Week starting on Monday, it’s the perfect time to check in on your drinking routine.

In addition to damaging your liver and heart, too much alcohol can disrupt your sleep which helps heal your body. It can also slow your metabolism plus is full of extra calories



Check how much your drink or find local advice and support as well as Cranstoun for confidential support

Have your say on our guidance on single-use vapes

Following the change in the law prohibiting the supply of single-use vapes we've published draft guidance on how we will implement this legislation in the Royal Borough. This can be found on our website and on RBWM Together

We are required to consult on this guidance before it is finalised so if you have any comments on it, please please email Trading Standards by Friday 15 August 2025

Maidenhead Town Forum

The next Maidenhead Town Forum will take place on Thursday 10 July at Town Hall on St. Ives Road from 6.30pm.

The purpose of the forum is to represent the town’s unparished wards which are Belmont, Boyn Hill, Furze Platt, Riverside, Oldfield, Pinkneys Green and St Mary’s. The meeting provides an opportunity for residents to participate in discussions around local issues, ask questions, and suggest items for future meetings.

You can follow the meeting live or watch it back on our YouTube channel

Come along to the job fair at Maidenhead Library

Join us and find your next role at Maidenhead Library on Tuesday 15 July, 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Jobseekers will have the opportunity to connect with employers looking for staff to fill their vacancies. Employers across a variety of sectors will be attending this event, so this is an ideal forum for candidates to understand the local jobs market, and the skills required to be successful in their applications.

Read more on our website

Help shape the future of pharmacy services

Share your views on our draft Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment 2025-2028

The PNA is an important tool that helps the council to identify the needs of local people and how improvements can be made. They help the NHS decide on applications for new pharmacies, and for the NHS and local authorities when considering changes to services at existing ones.

Have your say on RBWM Together and read the draft PNA by Sunday 27 July. If you know someone who is not able to complete the survey online, please encourage them to take part by asking for help at their local library.

Our consultations - have your say

We regularly hold consultations and surveys to seek your views on proposals within the Royal Borough: 

• Give your views in our pharmaceutical needs assessment consultation by Sunday 27 July

• Share your thoughts in our community safety survey by Monday 28 July

• Have your say on our single-use vapes guidance by Friday 15 August

Community Spotlight

To see details on community events and volunteering opportunities in the borough visit: RBWM Together

Do you have an upcoming not-for-profit community event or appeal for volunteers you’d like us to add to the page? Send a short summary including key dates and a link to communications@rbwm.gov.uk

Local travel updates

For details of further council works on highways, visit our website

For full local roadwork details, including work by utility firms, please visit the One Network website

• Various roads will be closed in Windsor on Monday 7 July and Tuesday 8 July as the State visit by The President of the French Republic and Mrs Brigitte Macron takes place. For the up-to-date list, visit our website

• Work to upgrade the roundabout at the junction of Holyport road/A308 Windsor Road is continuing with three-way traffic lights in place until the 24 July. The project is based on your feedback and is funded by Local Enterprise Partnership and the Community Infrastructure Levy.

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