Service information for the festive period 2025/26
As we approach Christmas, we have rounded up key information about changes and close downs of council and partner services over the period. Waste and Recycling For information about changes […]
Merton breaks ground on building new council homes
The council broke ground today on Merton’s new council homes at Farm Road in Morden, delivering on its ambition to build and manage the first new council homes in a […]
Temporary changes to Morden Library Service
Morden Library is temporarily moving to Morden Baptist Church, just over the road from the Civic Centre. The temporary site will still offer most core library services – including free exercise classes, IT […]
Merton’s 16 Days campaign brings residents together to stand against violence
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign has concluded, with Merton Council celebrating the powerful community engagement and partnerships it has generated across the borough. Over the campaign, […]
Christmas and New Year waste and recycling information 2025/26
The festive season is one of the busiest times of the year for waste and recycling. Here’s everything you need to know about changes to your rubbish and recycling collections, […]
Clean Air Night 2026
This winter, residents with real coal fires or wood burning appliances are encouraged to use alternative heating methods and avoid burning wood to help reduce dangerous air pollution across the […]
Morden regeneration set for major step forward with £30 million funding boost
Merton Council announced plans to commit £30 million towards its ambition to remake Morden into a better town centre that works for local people. Merton Council is able to invest […]
Local man praised for heroic actions in Huntingdon stabbing incident
Merton Council has formally recognised the bravery of local resident Stephen Crean, who intervened to stop an attacker during the mass stabbing incident on a London North Eastern Railway (LNER) […]
Merton in Bloom 2025: Celebrating our community’s gardens and green spaces
Residents, schools and businesses across Merton recognised for their colourful and sustainable green spaces. Merton in Bloom returned this year, shining a spotlight on the creativity and community spirit that […]
Merton launches its Business Energy Efficiency Support Scheme
The London Borough of Merton has partnered with Groundwork London to launch Merton’s Business Energy Efficiency Support Scheme, offering energy audits and match-funded grants to help local businesses reduce their energy costs and carbon emissions. Merton […]