Out performing bogus callers
Merton Council has commissioned a play to highlight the dangers of doorstep crime for older people in the borough. The play, Ma Kelly’s Doorstep, has been produced by the Wimbledon-based […]
Category Archives: Community and Housing
Find out more about fostering
Events to offer advice and information Merton Council’s Fostering team is encouraging residents to consider whether they could offer a child a temporary home. There is currently a national shortage […]
Merton Council battles to save Post Office
Merton Council has spoken out against Safeway’s plans to close its post office franchise in Morden. In a conversation with council officials last week, Safeway revealed they will not be […]
Merton no longer on Special Measures
Merton Council is pleased to announce that its Children’s Services has been taken off the Special Measures register in record time. The Department of Health’s social services watchdog, the Social […]
New benefits surgery
Information service to help residents Merton Council can now offer residents advice and help on claiming a range of benefits at a new surgery style service. The new Community Care […]
Joint Review report of Social Services released
Merton welcomes report Merton Council has welcomed a government report into its Social Services that highlights the progress the department is making. A Joint Review of the department was carried […]
Change a young persons life and reduce crime in Merton
Responsible members of the community sought Merton’s Youth Offending Service is asking members of the community to join the Merton Youth Offender Panel and help local youngsters who have committed […]
Affordable homes boost
Merton signs up to Preferred Partners project Merton has signed an agreement that will result in more affordable homes for people in the borough during the next three years. The […]
Teen spirit
Merton’s Teenagers to Work scheme is a success again Nearly 20 young people have been given the chance to experience working life as part of Merton Council’s successful Teenagers to […]
An apple a day gives the awards away
Healthy School Awards Merton Schools Six Merton schools have achieved the Merton Healthy Schools Award. Launched in September 2000, the Scheme encourages schools to promote the well being and health […]