Consultation launched on changes to parking charges
Merton Council has today opened a consultation on changes to parking charges, which are needed to address an increase in the costs of parking services caused by inflation. One option […]
Merton makes another big splash on free swimming
Swimmers aged over 65 will be able to swim for free in Merton thanks to the council’s ongoing mission to become London’s borough of sport. It means from this week […]
Council leader seeks clarity from All England Club on how it intends to adhere to covenants on Wimbledon Park Golf Course
The Leader of the London Borough of Merton, Councillor Ross Garrod, has today written to the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) to seek clarity on how it intends to […]
Statement following Development and Planning Committee
A spokesperson for the London Borough of Merton said: “After considering the officer’s report, relevant submissions, and the relevant planning framework, the independent planning committee, made up of councillors from […]
Our Parks: Merton’s newest free exercise class comes to Mitcham Fair Green from this Saturday.
Merton’s latest Borough of Sport announcement will see FREE exercise classes take place on Fair Green in Mitcham from this Saturday. Following on from successful sporting initiatives in swimming and […]
Demand for Merton fireworks tickets sky high
Time is rapidly running out to buy tickets for Merton’s fireworks displays next weekend. Tickets are still on sale online for the events at Wimbledon and Morden Park’s displays on […]
Leader calls on Secretary of State to block 25% Wimbledon Common levy increase
Councillor Ross Garrod, Leader of Merton Council, has written to Environment Secretary Therese Coffey, urging her to use her powers to reject the proposed increase which he says is unjust […]
Industrial action by idverde staff
Some Idverde staff who provide grounds maintenance and horticultural services on behalf of the council, are taking part in strike action (Monday 23rd October 2023 – Sunday 29th October 2023 […]
Putrid pizza parlour shut due to imminent risk to public health
A south London pizza takeaway has been closed by Merton Council following a hearing by Wimbledon magistrates this month. Pizza Roma, 15 Abbotsbury Road, in Morden, after Environmental Health Officers […]
Holiday Activities and Food clubs extended to half terms
Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) clubs will run in half term holidays this school year, in addition to the main school holidays, starting this October half term. The extended HAF […]