Merton launched its new Foster Carers’ Charter this month (8th June) as part of its drive to improve the lives of children in care. The Charter is a joint statement […]

Merton Council welcomes the first LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) Adoption and Fostering Week running from 20-26 February. This week is a recruitment campaign for prospective LGBT adopters and […]

In the run-up to Foster Care Fortnight (16-29 May), Merton Council is calling on residents to consider fostering as a possible career. Merton Council offers foster carers ongoing training and […]

Annual reviews show that Merton foster carers are satisfied with a rewarding career in fostering children and Merton Council is calling for more adults of all ages and backgrounds to […]

Ten years on from the tragic case of Victoria Climbie – a child in a private fostering arrangement who was brutally murdered in London – Merton Council is urging residents […]

Have you ever thought of adopting a child? Merton Council is backing this year’s National Adoption Week – starting on Monday 09 November – and is offering to help you […]

Merton’s foster carers were given the praise and recognition they deserve at a special reception last Friday 5 June at the Cannizaro House Hotel in Wimbledon. The reception was to […]

Merton Council is making a nationwide appeal for adoptive parents who could transform the lives of three Black Caribbean siblings by giving them a chance to grow up together in […]

Merton Council has a New Year’s challenge for would-be mums and dads – have you ever thought of adopting or fostering a child? Christmas and New Year are among the […]

Merton resident Pam Galliers will be joining the Queen for tea later this year. She has been awarded an MBE for her hard work and commitment to foster care. Over […]