You’ve decided: Merton Legacy Fund winner announced
After more than 2,400 votes were cast by Merton residents, a winner has been announced for the first round of the Merton Legacy Fund. We are delighted to announce that Option C – “Breathing new […]
Category Archives: Leader of the council
Council Tax frozen and services given a boost as Merton’s budget is agreed
Merton Council is freezing the main element of your Council Tax. This means the main part of your bill won’t be going up this year, leaving more money in your […]
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: […]
A Christmas message from Merton Council Leader
A Christmas message from Councillor Ross Garrod, Leader of Merton Council: “As leader of Merton Council, I want to extend my warmest wishes to residents in all corners of the […]
Zebra crossing planned to improve safety for pedestrians near railway station
Plans have been drawn up, at the request of residents, to put a zebra crossing on a busy road in Morden. The idea was put forward during a recent residents’ […]
Statement from Council Leader on violence and rioting, following Southport tragedy
“There are no words to convey the horror and heartbreak of what happened in Southport. The thoughts of everyone at Merton council are with the family and friends of the […]
Two Merton councillors step down
Two by-elections will take place in Merton on the same day as the General Election on July 4. These have been triggered by the resignations of Cllr Natasha Irons, who […]
Merton’s balanced Budget approved for 2024-25
Merton’s 2024-25 budget was approved by a meeting of Full Council on 6 March, balancing the books in a time of extreme financial pressure through prudent financial management. Despite the […]
Council consults with businesses on its budget plans
Businesses are being invited to have their say on the council’s budget plans for the next financial year. The Leader of Merton Council, Councillor Ross Garrod, will be hosting a […]
Congratulations to all winners at Merton Best Business Awards
We were proud to sponsor two awards at last night’s Merton Best Business Awards, which celebrated the best of the borough. At a fun, carnival-themed ceremony at AFC Wimbledon’s Cherry […]