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 […]
Merton pupils on Free School Meals enjoyed an extra 9,228 free Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) club sessions during the half term holidays this school year, funded by Merton Council’s […]
A scheme to further tackle the cost of living crisis is now open for Merton’s businesses and voluntary or community organisations, to help them sign up to be accredited living […]
Merton’s 2024-25 budget was approved by a meeting of Full Council on 6 March, balancing the books in a time of extreme financial pressure through prudent financial management. Despite the […]
This week (19 February), Merton’s Cabinet gave the green light to a balanced budget that will protect vital frontline services, invest in local communities, and ensure value for money for […]
Five more cost of living community events will take place in Merton in 2024, providing vital advice and information to support people during the cost of living crisis. To date, […]
Last night (7 February 2024), Merton Council approved one of the country’s most generous Council Tax Support (CTS) schemes. Merton’s CTS is designed to help the borough’s least well off […]
If you’re struggling with debt and money worries following the festive season, and feeling the ongoing impact of the cost of living crisis, speak to someone who can help. We’re […]
There is a wide range of cost of living support services offered by the council and partner community organisations in Merton. Please find below more information about the services’ seasonal […]
As part of Merton Council’s commitment to tackling the cost of living crisis, local businesses will be able to receive a Business Rates Grant to help them in signing up […]