Merton Council sets out new enforcement policy
The policy gives guidance for business owners and consumers, council staff and elected politicians about the role of enforcement and what action will be taken against companies or individuals who […]
Category Archives: Business
Fairtrade comes to Fair Green on World Environment Day
Merton Council celebrated this year’s World Environment Day on Mitcham’s Fair Green with the help of local Merton Fairtrade business Tariro and national giant Sainsbury’s. Officers from the council gave […]
Merton opposes Government business rate increases
Following announcements made recently by central Government concerning a 5% increase in business rates Merton Council’s leader, Councillor David Williams, is speaking out for local businesses to support their cause […]
Merton awarded Fairtrade status
After 4 years of hard campaigning the London Borough of Merton has been awarded Fairtrade status. Earlier this month a representative of the Fairtrade Foundation met with the Mayor of […]
Staff Survey results supports four star authority
The results of Merton Council’s 2008 Staff Survey are now out, revealing 90% of council employees are willing to “go the extra mile” to deliver excellent customer service to residents.As […]
Merton pupil bags design prize
Merton Council has announced the winner of the design for a reusable shopping bag. Thirteen year old Lauren O’Byrne from Ursuline High School in Wimbledon has seen her winning design […]
Be a part of Mitcham’s proudest
Mitcham Carnival is preparing for yet another year of music and dance in this year’ s themed parade ‘The Pride of Mitcham’, which will take place on Saturday 13 June […]
Merton Council sparks up Christmas cheer
The Christmas spirit will be soaring in Merton this December as school children gather for Mitcham’s first ever Christmas tree lights switch on. Pupils from local primary schools will be […]
Dragon slayer sparks up Merton businesses
Levi Roots – dragon slayer, reggae star and bestselling cookbook author – officially opened Merton Council’s Business Generator Centre. Levi also handed over cheques for £500 each to two teams […]
Enterprise alive and kicking in Mitcham
To round off National Enterprise Week, Mitcham Means Business will be celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit in the town by giving seven new entrepreneurs the opportunity to experience real-life trading. From […]