16 days of action against domestic and sexual violence launched
The campaign features a packed programme of events, professional training and social media
Category Archives: News stories
Residents’ ambitions put at centre of plans for Merton’s future
The council ran Your Merton in spring – its biggest conversation with people who live, work or study in the borough
Wimbledon Chase pupil crowned winner of anti-litter poster competition
A young artist from Wimbledon Chase Primary School has been announced winner of Merton Council’s anti-litter poster competition. Eight-year-old Lola’s colourful design includes children using playground equipment and a cheeky squirrel enjoying a clean park. Her poster will now be […]
Consultation launched on home to school travel arrangements
Merton Council has launched a consultation on possible changes to the council’s home to school/college travel assistance policy, which is primarily for children with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities). Firstly, […]
Merton to spend almost £1.3million on community projects
24 community projects bid for monies from the Neighbourhood Fund at a cabinet meeting on 8 November
Merton’s adventure playground named coolest place to play in London
Merton’s Acacia Adventure Playground in Mitcham has been named London’s ‘Coolest Place to Play’ at this year’s London Adventure Play Awards, which celebrates great adventure play in the capital. A short film […]
Council tax support scheme extended for those on low incomes
The poorest residents in the borough are set to be protected from increased council tax bills in the spring. At its meeting on 8 November, the council’s Cabinet agreed to […]
Merton’s One Stop Shop for domestic abuse advice returns
Relaunched service will be open every Monday from 22 November at Morden Baptist Church
Remembrance services in Merton
War memorials in the borough will return, with events held on Thursday 11 and Sunday 14
How you can join the local community in tackling the climate emergency
There are many things we can all do individually and within our own households to tackle the climate emergency, but there is also a great deal to be done collectively. […]