We are making it easier to report neighbourhood issues in your street
Have you noticed a pothole, come across graffiti, or spotted a fly-tip? Reporting issues in your neighbourhood is now quicker and easier than ever with the launch of our […]
Category Archives: Traffic and Highways
Update on Abbey Road disruption
A spokesperson for Merton Council said: “A man has been charged by police on a number of counts relating to alleged disorder in the Abbey Road area. “New traffic schemes […]
Abbey Road disruption
A spokesperson for Merton Council said: “We’re aware that a member of a public has climbed a lamp column in protest at the Abbey Road traffic scheme. “This has resulted […]
Statement on incidents related to Abbey Road
“Merton Council strongly condemns the recent acts of vandalism and violence that have taken place linked to the Experimental Traffic Management Order in Abbey Road. “The council’s civil enforcement officers […]
Encouraging better behaviour on our roads
We are joining councils around London in increasing penalty charges for poor behaviour on the road. From 7 April 2025, the following charges will apply: The levels of these charges […]
Reducing traffic in the Abbey Road area
As part of our goal to improve road safety and encourage safe walking and cycling, we’re introducing some new road closures within the Abbey Road area. The intention is to […]
An update on roadworks around the borough
Over the past few months, there has been a high volume of vital but disruptive works happening on roads across the whole borough. Though the upgrades and repairs being worked […]
Dedicated e-bike parking bays planned in Merton
Merton Council aims to have dedicated parking bays in the borough from spring 2025 to provide a safer experience for everyone using our roads and footways. These plans are in […]
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’ […]
Merton Council approves Climate Delivery Plan for Year 4
Merton Council has approved the Climate Delivery Plan for Year 4, the council’s yearly report on how we are reducing greenhouse gas emissions to become a net zero council by […]