‘Putting You First – our 2008 commitment to you’ says Merton Council Leader
To mark the start of the new year, Leader of Merton Council, Councillor David Williams has made a commitment to put the people of Merton first. He said: ‘The New […]
Category Archives: Housing
New scheme helps residents stay warm in winter
Merton residents can stay warm and cosy this winter with a new scheme to cut the cost of heating and make their homes more energy efficient. Merton Council and London […]
Merton Council praised as HIPs become compulsory
New Government legislation means anyone selling their home now has to provide a Home Information Pack, not just those selling three and four-bedroomed properties. But while some estate agents are […]
PHOTOCALL: Merton Council hands over keys to Tadworth
Where: Raven Housing Trust office, Marbles Way, Tadworth, SurreyWhen: 19 December Time: 12.30-2.30pm What: Councillor Diane Neil Mills will ceremonially hand over a key to Raven Chief Executive Nicholas Harris […]
Council agrees to prepare for housing transfer
Merton Council agreed last week to consult its tenants about transferring its housing from council ownership to a Registered Social Landlord (RSL). The decision was made in a bid to […]
Scrutiny Shaping Merton for the Better
Merton Council has heard of the `exciting opportunities’ that the Overview and Scrutiny function can play in shaping the borough for the better. Overview and Scrutiny is the way that […]
Local Land Charges Search
On 1 August 2007 the government will introduce the nationwide Home Information Pack (HIP) initiative. Homeowners wanting to sell a house with four bedrooms or more will need to complete […]
Harland estate gets surveyed
Merton Council has made the decision to survey the properties on the Harland Estate to establish any presence of asbestos and what condition it is in. Invicta Analytical Services has […]
Merton Council tenants living in Tadworth vote for £2.4 million investment to improve their homes
Tenants at Tadworth Estate have overwhelmingly voted in favour of the proposal to transfer to Raven Housing Trust, a local social landlord. More than 74% of tenants who took part […]
Tadworth residents to review management of housing
Tadworth residents to review management of housing stock In a bid to improve upon the quality of homes in the Tadworth Estate, local tenants and leaseholders are being asked to […]