Merton Council and its Community Safety Partnership have launched a new strategy to tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG), setting out a shared vision to prevent abuse, support victims […]
As we welcome in 2026, it is a great time to celebrate with friends and family. However, it is also important to take a few simple steps to stay safe […]
As we approach Christmas, we have rounded up key information about changes and close downs of council and partner services over the period. Waste and Recycling For information about changes […]
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign has concluded, with Merton Council celebrating the powerful community engagement and partnerships it has generated across the borough. Over the campaign, […]
We are proud to be working in partnership with Moat, the Metropolitan Police, the Home Office and local community organisations to introduce a secure knife amnesty bin in Pollards Hill. […]
As we approach Christmas, we have rounded up key information about changes and close downs of council and partner services over the period. Waste and Recycling Revised rubbish and recycling […]
A cohort of local women are now qualified to lead women only community running groups, thanks to a council project to promote women’s safety and encourage exercise in the winter […]
“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 […]
“Police have confirmed that the remains found in the River Wandle yesterday are believed to be those of Sarah Mayhew, a 38-year-old woman from Croydon. Two people known to her […]
Residents, councillors, council staff, police and community leaders have joined together to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT). The Progress flag was raised at an […]