A domestic abuse charity, deemed a lifeline by its users, now holds its meetings in a Costa coffee after losing its dedicated space
Croydon’s Cassandra Centre charity has said providing its essential services has become ‘hectic’ since losing its dedicated space on Norbury High Street last May.…
Locals rally to save community pub from becoming more flats
Supporters of a much loved Mitcham pub are fighting to protect it from becoming ‘more flats’. Locals also fear the pub could suffer the…
Council leader criticises Sutton’s lack of frontline policing, despite increased officer numbers
Police officer numbers in Sutton are a worry as more and more local officers are moved to other areas to deal with demand, said…
New plans revealed for a new anaerobic digestion plant, that could make Beddington even smellier
French waste management company SUEZ has submitted plans for an anaerobic digestion plant on the busy stretch of commercial road in Beddington Lane. However, councillors…
Croydon Council’s ‘failing’ library service could see four locations close across the borough following post COVID visitor slump
Four of Croydon’s libraries could close according to new proposals put forward by the council. The council states the closure is based on the…
Merton Councillor claims she was suspended from Labour party over her ‘ceasefire now’ comments
A Merton councillor has been suspended from the local Labour group and will now stand as an independent councillor until the local council elections…
Croydon motorists incensed after software problem meant they were hit by wave of PCN letters ordering them to pay the council £195
Dozens of Croydon motorists have been hit with PCN letters, ordering them to pay £195 immediately. Many claim they did not receive the letters…
South London’s SEND provision takes another hit as play service described as ‘lifeline’ for low income families is suspended in Sutton
Sutton-based SEND service provider, PlayWise CIC, has temporarily suspended their family support following funding and grant money shortages. The fund exists to help low-income…
‘New cashless parking scheme could be ‘kiss of death’ for our south Croydon high street’
The introduction of a new cashless parking trial in Purley has caused a rift between residents. While some welcome the move towards modernity, others…
A popular Merton convenience store has reopened following closure after customers noticed ‘rat nibbled’ food on the shelves
A popular mini market in Lower Morden has reopened after the council issued its immediate closure on hygiene grounds. Grand Fresh Market, which sells…
One of London’s newest nature reserves will not live up to its initial expectations and further delivery delays pose a threat to local wildlife, say campaigners
Residents and conservation groups have expressed concern that plans for the long-awaited Beddington Farmlands site will face further delays and fall short of its…
The Supreme Court decision that could affect councils’ obligations towards their homeless
A Supreme Court decision established that Croydon Council could be within its right to refuse to house a homeless resident if they have proven…
