Kensington and Chelsea

American

noun

a borough of Greater London, England.

Kensington and Chelsea British

/ ˈkɛnzɪŋtən /

noun

a borough of Greater London, on the River Thames: Kensington Palace (17th century) and gardens. Pop: 174 400 (2003 est). Area: 12 sq km (5 sq miles)

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Kensington and Chelsea Council said concerns had been raised during routine maintenance of the 150-year-old crossing, which connects Battersea to Chelsea.

From BBC ● Feb. 10, 2026

The leader of Kensington and Chelsea Council, a borough that will be left with no police station front counters at all, said the decision was "unbelievable".

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2025

Kensington and Chelsea Council said residents were moved on once issues were raised with the properties it purchased after the tragedy.

From BBC ● Apr. 18, 2025

Crews from Euston, Soho, Paddington, West Hampstead, Kensington and Chelsea fire stations were deployed and remain on scene, LFB added.

From BBC ● Feb. 14, 2025

BBC Verify's analysis shows Kensington and Chelsea, a London borough, has been given a target of 5,107 new homes every year for the next five years.

From BBC ● Jan. 9, 2025

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