Election results: Labour retain control of Merton
Tens of thousands of residents went to the polls yesterday to elect councillors to all 57 seats on Merton Council. In the early hours of this morning the final results […]
Guide to the 2026 Local Elections
When can you vote? Polling day is this Thursday 7 May, and polling stations will be open from 7am–10pm. Where do you vote? If you’re registered to vote in person, the location of your polling station will be printed on your polling card, […]
Update on school support staff strike action
School support staff at 22 schools in Merton are proceeding with strike action today- Friday 1 May – because of a pay dispute affecting several outer London boroughs. The council recognises that this group of workers has legitimate concerns about pay and attended mediated discussion with the GMB on […]
Remembering former Mayor of Merton Councillor Marsie Skeete
Merton Council is deeply saddened by the passing of Councillor and former Mayor Councillor Marsie Skeete, who served the borough with warmth, dedication and distinction for twelve years. Marsie was […]
Mitcham bandstand wins prestigious award
Mitcham’s colourful bandstand is the winner of a prestigious national award celebrating projects that make a positive impact in public spaces. The bandstand called ‘What goes around’ was recognised in […]
Merton Council responds to allegations made in ITV News reporting regarding the care and wellbeing of a resident in supported living
A Merton Council spokesperson said: The council strongly refutes the allegations made. Our resident is a happy and thriving young woman who is living in high-quality supported living with a dedicated […]
Learning in Merton: 86% of Merton children receive offers from their first-choice primary school
Families in Merton who applied for a primary school place have received an offer ahead of the next school year, starting in September 2026. More than 95% of children have […]
School support staff strike action
School support staff at 22 primary schools in Merton have voted to strike for one day – on Friday 1 May – because of a pay dispute affecting several outer […]
Statement on Study Prep school investigation development
Councillor Ross Garrod, Leader of Merton Council, says: The tragedy at The Study Prep school has deeply affected our entire community, and our thoughts continue to be with the families […]
Construction begins on Merton’s first new council homes in a generation
Construction work is underway on 75 new council homes at three sites in Merton – the first to be built in the borough in a generation. This work is part […]