Emissions-based charging plans for parking halted
Merton Council is proposing to halt plans to introduce an emissions-based charging scheme for controlled parking zones in the borough. The scheme was due to come into effect from October, […]
Category Archives: Transport
Merton Council trials car-free visits to household waste centre
Merton residents now have a more environmentally-friendly way to dispose of their household waste, as the local council has started to allow visits by foot and bike to the Garth […]
Travel tips for a seamless return to school and work
With schools returning this week and many offices and workplaces moving towards staff coming back over the coming months, Tube usage is back to half of normal demand and bus numbers are two thirds of what they were in pre-pandemic times. Welcoming […]
A big ‘Welcome Back’ to our local high streets and shoppers
Merton High Streets and local businesses are today (Monday 12 April) opening their doors and welcoming back customers for the first time in four months. This is a much needed […]
Merton Council approves net-zero carbon plan
Merton Council’s Climate Strategy and Action Plan was approved at a meeting of Full Council on 18 November. The plan sets out the key actions necessary to reach the net […]
Planning permission granted for new Bishopsford Road Bridge
Merton Council’s Planning Committee granted permission for a new bridge to be built over the River Wandle in Bishopsford Road, Mitcham, at a meeting held last night (Thursday 22 October). […]
New parking charges for a new decade set to reduce pollution in Merton.
Merton Council is to step up action for its cleaner air campaign in the New Year by introducing new parking charges. The new charges, which are being introduced following substantial […]
Council underlines commitment to improve air quality and public health
At a meeting last night, Merton Council’s Cabinet reconfirmed their commitment to improve air quality and public health across the borough. Merton has been designated as an air quality management […]
Reclaim your street and let children play on Car Free Day
Merton Council is actively encouraging residents to hold Play Street events and street parties to celebrate World Car Free Day by waiving the fees for temporary street closures. Residents are […]
Council acts to improve air quality and public health by driving down car use
Merton Council’s Cabinet has agreed to take action to improve air quality and encourage more active and healthier lifestyles in the borough by encouraging people to make more journeys by […]