Councillor Stuart Neaverson joins Merton’s Cabinet
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: […]
Category Archives: Environment
Merton Council launches new plan to crack down on fly-tipping
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 […]
Textile clothing banks to be temporarily removed across Merton
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 […]
Merton Council launches new and improved street cleaning and bin collection services
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 […]
Reducing traffic in the Abbey Road area
As part of our goal to improve road safety and encourage safe walking and cycling, we’re introducing some new road closures within the Abbey Road area. The intention is to […]
Oil Spill in the River Wandle
Updated: Monday 24 February 2025 at 7.15pm A spokesperson for Merton Council said: “Most of the River Wandle is now clear of free-flowing diesel oil, with the recent rain helping […]
Merton Council planting 500 trees to increase tree cover
Merton Council is planting 500 new trees as part of its ongoing efforts to increase the borough’s tree canopy, while replacing felled trees and filling empty tree pits. The tree […]
Christmas period service information in Merton
As we approach Christmas, we have rounded up key information about changes and close downs of council and partner services over the period. Waste and Recycling Revised rubbish and recycling […]
Lendology CIC partner to support energy efficiency with a £500 donation to Thinking Works
Lendology CIC, in collaboration with Merton Council, has taken another significant step in supporting energy efficiency initiatives across the Borough. Lendology CIC has donated £500 to Thinking Works, a local […]
Merton opens bidding for 2024 Civic Pride Investing in Neighbourhoods and Community Climate Action funds
Today, the London Borough of Merton announces that the bidding round for the 2024 Civic Pride – Investing in Neighbourhoods and the Community Climate Action Funds are now officially open. […]