BASIC EDUCATION FOR ADULTS
Ealing Tertiary College run a number of programmes for those with gaps in basic skills in reading, writing, English or mathematics, or English for speakers of other languages. Please contact the programme co-ordinator at the following numbers:
Basic Education Phone 020 8231 6000 ext 5339
English for speakers of other languages Phone 020 8231 6041
BATTERED WOMEN
Referrals are made to Special Hostels via Social Services Area Teams for Children and Adult Assessment Teams.
Acton: W3, W4, W12, NW10
Town Hall, Winchester Street, Acton, W3 6NE Phone 020 8579 2424. 9am - 4.30pm
Ealing and Hanwell: W5, W13, W7.
Perceval House, 14-16 Uxbridge Road, W5 2HL. Phone 020 8579 2424. 9am - 4.30pm.
Greenford/Northolt/Perivale/Southall UB2, UB5, UB6, UB7.
301 Ruislip Road, Greenford. Phone 020 8579 2424. 9am - 4.30pm.
For details on how to obtain a particular service please contact 020 8579 2424
See Social Services Local Offices.
BILLS
Bills and invoices from the council can be paid at the Cash Office, Town Hall Annexe, New Broadway, Ealing, Open 9.00am-4.00pm Mon to Fri. Payments made by post should be addressed to Director of Corporate Resources, Ealing Council, PO Box 4, Ealing W5 2BZ. Cheques or postal orders must be crossed and made payable to London Borough of Ealing.
BLINDNESS
There is automatic entitlement to a travel permit for borough residents whose sight is permanently and substantially impaired. In case of visual impairment there is automatic entitlement to an orange badge to membership of the RNIB talking book service and the British wireless for the blind scheme, plus concessions on television licences and holidays. In case of partially sighted, subject to certification, some services listed above are available. For further details contact any consultant ophthalmic surgeon or ophthalmic optician. Confirmation of Registration for Disabilities and Registration as blind Under the National Assistance Act 1948 may be obtained from your local social services offices.
Acton: W3, W4, W12, NW10
Town Hall, Winchester Street, Acton, W3 6NE Phone 020 8579 2424. 9am - 4.30pm
Ealing and Hanwell: W5, W13, W7.
Perceval House, 14-16 Uxbridge Road, W5 2HL. Phone 020 8579 2424. 9am - 4.30pm.
Greenford/Northolt/Perivale/Southall UB2, UB5, UB6, UB7.
301 Ruislip Road, Greenford. Phone 020 8579 2424. 9am - 4.30pm.
For details on how to obtain a particular service please contact 020 8579 2424
BLOCKED DRAINS
If you live in council accommodation, please contact the housing management team for your area. Blocked roadside gullies (but not public sewers) are also the council's responsibility. Contact the relevant numbers below for further information. For Public Sewers and private drains contact Thames Water Utilities.
Environmental Customer Services
(blocked gullies) Phone 020 8832 6464
Thames Water Utilities
(private drains) Phone 0845 9200 800
BONFIRES
A service is provided by Environmental Health to investigate complaints of nuisance caused by bonfires.
Environmental Health (Residential premises)
Tel: 020 8758 5605 Fax 020 8579 3642
E-mail:
Environmental Health (Commercial premises)
Tel: 020 8758 5738/5633
E-mail:
BRIDGES
The council is responsible for the maintenance of most road bridges in the borough. These are inspected on a regular basis. If you have any enquiries relating to bridges (but not pavements or road surfacing) contact the number below.
Parkman Ltd: Phone 020 8326 3021
BUILDING ALTERATIONS AND EXTENSIONS
To erect a new building or alter or extend a house or other property, or put an existing building to a different use, you may need approval under building regulations and you may require planning permission. If you are a council tenant, you will need permission from your local housing office.
Building Control Services: 020 8758 5262
Planning: 020 8758 5650
Email:
BUILDING CONTROL SERVICES, DEMOLITIONS
For information and advice on building control, or to request an on-site inspection from a building surveyor contact the numbers indicated below or visit our web section. Building Control Services can also advise on stairways, the prevention of dampness, sound insulation, and private drainage
Southall
Phone 020 8758 5617
W3/W4/NW10/Acton/Chiswick/Park Royal areas
Phone 020 8758 5619
W5/W13/Ealing/West Ealing areas
Phone 020 8758 5620
Demolition
Phone 020 8758 5618
Dangerous Structures
Phone 020 8758 5622
Means of Escape
Phone 020 8758 8060
Greenford/Perivale/Northolt/Hanwell areas
Phone 020 8758 5616
email:
BUILT ENVIRONMENT - LOCAL AGENDA 21 GROUP
One of the Local Agenda 21 project groups bringing together the business community, environmental and residents groups and all others interested in improving the environment and quality of life in Ealing. Open to all, the LA21 Built Environment project group has initiated a range of projects addressing issues surrounding the built environment and land use, from disability access to 'greener' building materials. To get involved or find out more contact the number below.
Built Environment and Land Use -
Local Agenda Phone 020 8280 1108
Email:
For information and advice relating to burial or cremation when relatives or friends are not able to organise this contact your Social Services Commissioning Teams, Adult Assessment Team. See your local social services offices.
Acton: W3, W4, W12, NW10
Town Hall, Winchester Street, Acton, W3 6NE Phone 020 8579 2424. 9am - 4.30pm
Ealing and Hanwell: W5, W13, W7.
Perceval House, 14-16 Uxbridge Road, W5 2HL. Phone 020 8579 2424. 9am - 4.30pm.
Greenford/Northolt/Perivale/Southall UB2, UB5, UB6, UB7.
301 Ruislip Road, Greenford. Phone 020 8579 2424. 9am - 4.30pm.
For details on how to obtain a particular service please contact 020 8579 2424
BUS STOPS
Bus stops and bus shelters are provided and maintained by London Buses Ltd. The council advises on their siting. For details see number below.
Transport Services: Phone 020 8280 1021
Email:
BUSINESS ADVICE
On start-up and development the council works closely with Business Link London West, The West London Training and Enterprise Council and the West London Enterprise Agency in supporting business development. All three can be on the number below. Information on support for businesses and regeneration initiatives is available from the Community Regeneration Unit
W London Training Enterprise Council & Agency Phone 020 8577 1010
Community Regeneration Unit Phone 020 8758 5866
BUSINESS RATES
There is a national business rate which is set by central government which ensures a uniform poundage across the whole of England. Enquiries relating to business rates can be dealt with at the address and numbers below.
COUNCIL TAX Reception - Mon-Fri 9 am - 4 pm
Town Hall Annexe Ealing
New Broadway W5
For collection/payment queries contact:
Business Rates Phone 0208 758 5157
Council Tax (Valuation queries) Phone 0208 758 8716
Email:
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