Cracking down on overrunning roadworks in Merton
We are taking action to reduce disruption caused by roadworks and alleviate congestion. This month we became one of the first councils in the country to begin a lane rental trial scheme. […]
Merton Council launches new graffiti removal contract
Merton Council has appointed GB Facilities Services Ltd. as its new graffiti removal contractor, offering free removal of graffiti from local businesses as part of a strengthened approach to tackling […]
You’ve decided: Merton Legacy Fund winner announced
After more than 2,400 votes were cast by Merton residents, a winner has been announced for the first round of the Merton Legacy Fund. We are delighted to announce that Option C – “Breathing new […]
Thinking Works receive £500 donation from Lendology as part of Home Energy Efficiency Loan
Lendology CIC, in collaboration with Merton Council, has taken another step in supporting energy efficiency initiatives across the Borough by donating £500 to Thinking Works. Thinking Works are a local not-for-profit organisation dedicated […]
Council Tax frozen and services given a boost as Merton’s budget is agreed
Merton Council is freezing the main element of your Council Tax. This means the main part of your bill won’t be going up this year, leaving more money in your […]
Statement on proposed GMB ballot of school support staff
Merton Council values the vital contribution school support staff make to the education and wellbeing of children in Merton. The GMB union is balloting school support staff on 27 February to strike in […]
Merton launches new strategy to tackle violence against women and girls
Merton Council and its Community Safety Partnership have launched a new strategy to tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG), setting out a shared vision to prevent abuse, support victims […]
Major new half-marathon set to launch in London Borough of Merton
An exhilarating new, closed-road half-marathon is set to come to south London thanks to a collaboration between Merton Council and the Great Run Company, organisers of the world’s biggest half […]
New witness reward scheme launched to help crack down on fly-tipping in Merton
Residents who provide information leading to fly-tippers getting fined could receive up to £200. As part of our efforts to crack down on fly-tipping and keep our neighbourhoods clean and […]
Soul II Soul, The Hoosiers and Billy Nomates announced as headline acts for Merton Council’s new Start of the Line Festival
Merton Council has announced the first major acts for Start of the Line, a brand-new music, arts and culture festival coming to Morden Park on Saturday 20 June 2026. The […]