Cases decline – but please stay alert
The number of new confirmed cases in Merton is now among the lowest in London. However, we are strongly urging against complacency as the threat of a second wave remains. […]
Category Archives: Health and social care
Merton Council calls on Equality and Human Rights Commission to investigate proposal to downgrade St Helier Hospital
Merton Council is writing to the Chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), asking him to investigate the proposed decision to downgrade St Helier Hospital. The letter is […]
Merton Council to demand proposal to downgrade St Helier Hospital is called in by health secretary
Merton Council will write to the Secretary of State of Health and Social Care asking for an independent review into the proposed decision to downgrade St Helier Hospital by closing […]
Social distancing: a practical guide
By Councillor Tobin Byers, Cabinet Member for Health, Social Care and Environment This week, along with the rest of the country, we will see a number of relaxations on the […]
New chair brings wealth of experience to build upon Merton’s adult social care work
We are delighted to welcome Aileen Buckton MBE as our new independent chair for Merton Adult Safeguarding Board. Aileen Buckton arrives in Merton following a long and distinguished career at […]
Please avoid driving to parks and open spaces this weekend
We’re very proud of our parks and open spaces as we know it’s important to keep them open at these times to allow people the opportunity to get outdoors especially […]
Coronavirus – information for residents and businesses
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Council budget for 2020/21 maintains services for families and bridges the social gap
Sound financial management during the period of Government austerity has resulted in money being available to invest into services for families across Merton, after the council agreed its annual budget. […]
Joint statement with Public Health England following confirmed case of coronavirus at Wimbledon College
Joint statement from Public Health England and Merton Council on confirmed COVID-19 case at Wimbledon College, Merton Dr Yvonne Young, consultant in communicable disease control, PHE London, said: “Public Health […]
Council fights on to save vital services at St Helier Hospital
The Leader of Merton Council has vowed to continue to fight plans to downgrade St Helier Hospital every step of the way. Councillor Stephen Alambritis made the pledge as NHS […]