Locals rally to save library from closure as Croydon Council rules out supporting volunteer service
Residents have called for Croydon Council to reconsider plans to close Shirley Library, claiming it would receive more footfall if it was open more…
What matters to New Addington voters?
Residents in a ‘forgotten’ neighbourhood on the fringes of Croydon say they fear walking in the area due to crime, and things are being…
Ed Davey acknowledges that Sutton Council has struggled with disabled education plans during visit to Carshalton
Ed Davey marked the latest stage of his election campaign with a visit to Carshalton village, where he met the local Liberal Democrat candidate.…
Independent candidate told he is barred from South London hustings event
An independent candidate for a key South London swing seat has been barred from attending a hustings event this weekend, causing some backlash. Kingsley…
Plans for 500 flat complex in Sutton to replace old office building
Around 500 new flats could be coming to the area around Sutton station soon. Developers revealed the plans to replace the existing office block…
Opening date announced for Sutton’s newest cinema on site of old Chicago’s nightclub
The Thowley Yard independent cinema is due to open its doors later this month and will replace the long-dormant Chicago’s nightclub plot. Alongside a…
Norbury residents fear the loss of their last remaining bank would lead to the “further decline” of their high street
Residents of Norbury are desperate to stop the proposed closure of their NatWest branch. The possible closure would leave the area without a single…
Teachers gather with bereaved parents of young knife crime victims to call for greater action
Families including that of Elianne Andam have called on national and local government to “speed up” the ban on zombie knives, machetes and swords,…
Two councillors resign to pursue general election ambitions
Labour Councillors Natasha Irons, of the Figges Marsh ward and Cllr Helena Dollimore of the St Helier ward announced their resignation via Merton Council’s…
B&Q announce closure date for store ahead of new housing development
Sutton’s main B&Q branch has announced it will close early next month, making way for a large-scale residential development to be built on-site. The…
Vulnerable family evicted on day daughter started exams plead for permanent housing
A single mum of four has been evicted from her Merton house, despite her calls for a reprieve from the council on the grounds…
