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Merton Council launches new graffiti removal contract

18 March 2026by MertonTH

Merton Council has appointed GB Facilities Services Ltd. as its new graffiti removal contractor, offering free removal of graffiti from local businesses as part of a strengthened approach to tackling […]

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Civic Pride, Clean streets, Environment

New witness reward scheme launched to help crack down on fly-tipping in Merton 

27 January 2026by MertonTH

Residents who provide information leading to fly-tippers getting fined could receive up to £200. As part of our efforts to crack down on fly-tipping and keep our neighbourhoods clean and […]

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Civic Pride, Clean streets, Enforcement, Environment, Keep It Clean Love Merton

Textile recycling banks return to Merton 

28 October 2025by MertonTH

Textile recycling banks are being reintroduced across Merton, making it easier for residents to recycle unwanted clothing, shoes, and household fabrics.  Eighteen new banks, operated by Astra Recycling, are being […]

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Clean streets, Environment, Recycling and waste

We are making it easier to report neighbourhood issues in your street

22 September 2025by MertonTH

Have you noticed a pothole, come across graffiti, or spotted a fly-tip?   Reporting issues in your neighbourhood is now quicker and easier than ever with the launch of our […]

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Civic Pride, Clean streets, Enforcement, Environment, Parking, Parks and green spaces, Recycling and waste, Town centres, Traffic and Highways, Transport, Trees

Merton celebrates tenth Green Flag Award as Holland Garden and Haydons Road Rec join the list 

21 July 2025by MertonTH

Merton’s parks and green spaces are the envy of London, and we are proud to now be home to ten Green Flag Award-winning parks. This is the highest number the […]

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Environment, Parks and green spaces, Volunteers

Merton secures agreements to tackle bikes blocking pavements

16 June 2025by MertonJP

We have secured a new agreement with Forest and Lime – London’s two leading e-cycle hire companies – to address poorly parked bikes and help keep our pavements clear and […]

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Civic Pride, Clean streets, Environment, Parking, Transport

Councillor Stuart Neaverson joins Merton’s Cabinet

15 May 2025by MertonJP

The Leader of Merton Council, Councillor Ross Garrod, has announced a new appointment to his top team to lead on what residents have told is a top priority for them: […]

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Clean streets, Climate, Council finances and performance, Councillors and democracy, Environment, Leader of the council, Parks and green spaces, Transport

Merton Council launches new plan to crack down on fly-tipping 

1 May 2025by MertonTH

Merton Council has today launched its Fly-tipping Strategy 2024–2029, setting out our bold and proactive plan to tackle illegal dumping across the borough.  Fly-tipping is a blight on our neighbourhoods […]

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Clean streets, Enforcement, Environment, Keep It Clean Love Merton, Recycling and waste

Textile clothing banks to be temporarily removed across Merton  

25 April 2025by MertonTH

Following the collapse of Greendaw Textile and Recycling Ltd – the contractor previously responsible for Merton’s textile recycling banks – we have experienced ongoing issues with the temporary collection arrangements […]

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Clean streets, Environment, Recycling and waste

Merton Council launches new and improved street cleaning and bin collection services 

7 April 2025by MertonTH

Merton Council has launched a new and improved street cleaning and waste collection service, delivering on its commitment to put residents’ needs first.  As of 1 April 2025, the Council […]

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Civic Pride, Clean streets, Environment, Keep It Clean Love Merton, Recycling and waste
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