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We know that it’s been difficult over the last few weeks, but the good news is that cases in Merton are stabilising, but the faster we see a reduction in […]
Category Archives: Health and social care
Council Leader urges residents to pull together as national restrictions come into force
New national restrictions will apply in Merton and across the whole of England between 5 November until 2 December. Everyone must stay at home as much as possible, only leaving […]
St Helier Hospital at risk of being downgraded, as critical care services prepare to save more patients this winter
As St Helier Hospital prepares to treat more COVID-19 patients this winter, Merton Council has expressed disappointment at a decision not to review plans to close its accident and emergency […]
Stay safe during autumn celebrations
Whether you’re taking part in Halloween, Bonfire Night, or Diwali celebrations this autumn, this year’s festivities will be looking a lot different. We know it can be especially difficult to […]
Merton Council calls for urgent clarity on funding package, amid £17m gap
Merton Council has written to local MPs with an urgent request to seek clarity over future funding support for councils in London. This week, London Councils – the body that […]
COVID-19 alert brings Merton together
A new three-tier system of coronavirus restrictions is being introduced in England from midnight tonight. This is in addition to the national Government guidelines which are already in force. The […]
Independent panel to examine whether proposal to downgrade St Helier Hospital should be called in
An independent panel is assessing whether a decision to downgrade St Helier Hospital, by closing its accident and emergency department and consultant-led maternity services, should be fully reviewed. In July, […]
Merton COVID-19 Community Champions
You and your organisation can now help us control the spread of COVID-19 by registering to become a Community Champion. As a COVID-19 Community Champion, you can help to stop […]
Businesses and venues across Merton must display NHS Test and Trace posters
The NHS is set to launch their Test and Trace app this week, allowing users to easily log visits to local establishments and be alerted if they have come into […]
Merton Council facing unprecedented budget shortfall as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic
Merton Council has issued a stark warning to the Government that, unless it fully funds the cost to the council of providing frontline services through the pandemic, there will have […]