Could you be a foster carer?
A series of roadshow events are being held across Merton during Foster Care Fortnight (13-26 May) to recruit more foster carers, particularly for siblings, teenagers and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.
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Merton council signs declaration to reduce sugar consumption and support healthier food
In December, Merton Council took its fight to creating a healthier borough a step further by signing a Local Authority Declaration, committing to reduce sugar consumption in the borough and […]
Motorists warned to keep clear of zigzag lines outside schools
Merton Council will be starting the new term by stepping up enforcement on motorists who stop on zigzag lines outside schools. Following concerns from parents and residents about safety and […]
Council to improve air quality by driving down car use in the most polluted areas
Merton Council has underlined its commitment to reducing air pollution and improving public health by supporting people to make fewer journeys by car. At a meeting on Monday 10 December, […]
Merton swears in new mayor
Councillor Mary Curtin was officially elected Mayor of Merton 2018-2019 at the annual council meeting last night (23 May 2018). Following Councillor Marsie Skeete’s year as Mayor for 2017-2018, Councillor […]
Merton marks Holocaust Memorial Day
Merton Council will be paying its respects to the past and building hope for the future when it hosts a special event to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.
Blue Badge misuse leads to successful prosecutions
Merton Council won its case against two people who misused Blue Badges which were not their own, to park in restricted locations in Stanley Road and Compton Road, Wimbledon.
An evening with Michael Watson at Pollards Hill Youth Centre
Merton Council is delighted to announce that Pollards Hill Youth Centre will be hosting an evening with Michael Watson on Tuesday 7 November.
Litter picking youngsters prove they are pick of the bunch
Youngsters from the Pollards Hill Youth Club helped clear up the surrounding recreation ground with a little help from local councillor Joan Henry. The team of young people aged 8-14 […]
Show our parks some love
Merton celebrated Love Parks Week by asking local residents what they thought made their park special. Cheeky Rain Wolfe, 9, said: “The best thing about the summer holidays is that […]
