Together we can tackle child abuse
Residents who suspect that a child they know may be at risk of harm are being urged to report their concerns to the Merton Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH).
Category Archives: Safer Merton
Merton first in London to introduce Ask for Angela pub safety campaign
Merton Council is proud to be working with Merton Police to be the first London borough to roll out the Ask for Angela scheme in its pubs and bars to […]
Book of condolence opened for community figure Andrew Wakefield who has passed away
It is with great sadness that we report the death of the Reverend Doctor Andrew Wakefield, who dedicated his life to the Merton community.
Don’t suffer in silence – report hate crime
Don’t suffer in silence – report hate crime. Merton Council and Merton Police are working together this National Hate Crime Awareness Week to encourage people to come forward and get […]
Council CCTV operator helped police to track down teens after scooter ‘stolen’
A council CCTV operator tracked down a group of teenagers with an allegedly stolen scooter after being alerted by local police as part of a partnership working scheme.
Merton one of first London boroughs to join national campaign against domestic violence and sexual assault
Merton has become one of the first London boroughs to join a national campaign against domestic violence and sexual assault.
New fire cadets scheme to launch with council funding
A new fire cadet scheme for budding young firefighters will launch for the first time in the borough, thanks to funding from Merton Council.
Merton Council is supporting the safety pin campaign against hate crime
Merton Council is supporting the safety pin campaign which has launched on social media today.
Merton Council and Merton Police issue joint guidance for hate crime victims and witnesses
Merton Council and Merton Police have issued joint guidance for anyone who witnesses or experiences hate crime. Since the UK voted to leave the EU last week, there have been […]
Views sought for proposed footpath closure
Merton Council has launched a consultation inviting the community to give their views on the potential closure of a footpath which runs through the grounds of Rutlish School. The consultation is […]