Merton Council Newsroom

The latest news from your council

Main Menu

Skip to content
  • Home
  • A-Z Directory
  • Contact us
  • Privacy and cookies
  • Accessibility

Monthly Archives: October 2024

The Transformation of a Used Milk Bottle: Local photographer showcases Merton’s recycling process

25 October 2024by MertonTH

Merton Council unveiled a new photography exhibition by local resident Vince Harris, a qualified member of the Royal Photographic Society (RPS), which highlights the journey of a used milk bottle […]

Read Article →
Recycling and waste

Wimbledon: increased growth, footfall and activity post-pandemic, research finds

15 October 2024by MertonKB

New research has found that Wimbledon Town Centre has bounced back faster than other UK high streets post-pandemic, with spending levels in the past 12 months being 25% higher than 2019 pre-pandemic levels.

Read Article →
Business, Future Merton

Accounts for Merton’s young savers are back

15 October 2024by Merton8

Merton Council’s scheme to support young people to save is back for another school year.   By signing up, every Year 7 pupil living in Merton can access a free £20 […]

Read Article →
Cost of living

Free holiday clubs extended to half terms this school year 

14 October 2024by Merton8

Children receiving benefits-related free school meals in Merton will continue to enjoy free holiday club places during half terms, this school year.  Merton is the only London Borough running Holiday […]

Read Article →
Cost of living

Tennis In Merton: new coaching offer to serve the whole borough

9 October 2024by mertoner

Merton is one step further in its mission to become London’s first Borough of Sport, with residents now able to benefit from a new tennis coaching offer across 12 park […]

Read Article →
Uncategorized

Cabinet reshuffle creates new role for tackling antisocial behaviour

9 October 2024by MertonJP

The Leader of Merton Council, Councillor Ross Garrod, has announced a shake-up of his top team, including a new cabinet post focused on tackling antisocial behaviour and maintaining the borough’s […]

Read Article →
Careers and training, Civic Pride, Climate, Councillors and democracy, Crime, Education and schools, Recycling and waste

New council homes building tender set to be approved  

4 October 2024by Merton8

The construction of Merton’s first new council homes in a generation is set to be given the go ahead by Cabinet next week – creating much-needed homes for our community.  Cabinet […]

Read Article →
Housing

Merton Council shuts down butchers due to cockroaches and mice

2 October 2024by MertonJP

Our Environmental Health Officers have closed a butcher shop in Mitcham and forced them to undergo a deep clean. Following a complaint from a member of the public reporting cockroaches […]

Read Article →
Business, Civic Pride, Enforcement, Public health, Trading Standards

New project to empower Merton’s girls and young women

2 October 2024by MertonJP

We are launching an exciting new project called Empower Her. The project is for girls and young women aged 13-16 living in Merton, and will empower them by building their […]

Read Article →
Children, Education and schools, Young people

Lendology CIC partner to support energy efficiency with a £500 donation to Thinking Works

1 October 2024by MertonTH

Lendology CIC, in collaboration with Merton Council, has taken another significant step in supporting energy efficiency initiatives across the Borough. Lendology CIC has donated £500 to Thinking Works, a local […]

Read Article →
Climate, Environment, Housing

Post navigation

  • Newsroom
  • iN Merton magazine
  • Communications Team

Newsroom

Home   ❯   Newsroom
Privacy & Cookies: This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use.

To find out more, including how to control cookies, see here: Cookie Policy

Most read

  • Major new half-marathon set to launch in London Borough of Merton  
  • Butt bearers warned by council

Latest

  • Major new half-marathon set to launch in London Borough of Merton  
  • New witness reward scheme launched to help crack down on fly-tipping in Merton 
  • Soul II Soul, The Hoosiers and Billy Nomates announced as headline acts for Merton Council’s new Start of the Line Festival

Email updates

Sign up for email updates

Search the News Room

Categories*

Archives*

* The page will re-load after you select a category or archive month. If you're using a keyboard to access the site, press the Enter key to open the list before selecting an option.

  • Newsroom
  • iN Merton magazine
  • Communications Team
  • Books of condolence and reflections

Follow us

  • Facebook
  • X
  • YouTube
  • LinkedIn

RSS Youtube videos

  • Cabinet, 16 February 2026 7.15pm
  • Cabinet, 16 February 2026 7.15pm
  • Governance Standards and Audit Committee, 11 February 7.15pm

About this site

  • Privacy Notice
  • Cookies
  • Accessibility
Powered by WordPress.com.
  • Home
  • News and events
  • News
 

Loading Comments...