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Dundonald Recreation Ground – Merton Council press statement
The council has made the following statement in relation to signage erected at the tennis courts in Dundonald Recreation Ground. Councillor Martin Whelton, Cabinet Member for Education, said: “The...
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Council confirms commitment to Wimbledon Library
Merton Council cabinet member for community and culture Councillor Nick Draper said: “There is absolutely no truth in the bizarre rumour that Wimbledon Library could close, or change its use as it...
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Leader of Council says “Wimbledon Library remains safe”
Leader of the Merton Council, Cllr Stephen Alambritis said: “I will not stand by and allow Merton’s residents to be hoodwinked about the future of our wonderful libraries. Unlike other councils around...
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Merton mourns the loss of Chris Frost
Chris Frost Leader of the Council, Councillor Stephen Alambritis said: “Our condolences go out to Chris’s work colleagues, friends and family at this very difficult time. Everyone at the council is in...
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Court rules in favour of Merton Council in Celestina Mba case
Leader of Merton Council Councillor Stephen Alambritis said: “We are pleased with the outcome of this case. Children in local authority care who have severe disabilities and who need weekend support,...
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Cross party statement on the refugee crisis from the Leader of the Council at...
Mr Mayor I would like to make a cross party statement as Leader of the Council on behalf of all the party leaders and all councillors. I know that I have the support of the whole chamber for this...
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We stand together
Merton is one of the safest boroughs in London, benefiting from a strong working relationship between the council, police, faith groups through the council’s faith and belief forum, and other partner...
View ArticlePRESS STATEMENT: CRIMINAL BREAK IN AT BATTLE CLOSE
Merton Council are urgently working with the police to evict squatters who have broken into the former Virgin Active on Battle Close in South Wimbledon and have been causing a disturbance in the area....
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PRESS STATEMENT: Important notice from Veolia UK and Leader of the Council,...
Veolia’s apology in the spring edition of My Merton Leader of the Council, Councillor Stephen Alambritis said: “Veolia have published an apology in the latest issue of My Merton (featured above),...
View ArticleIllegal political signs by Polling Stations
We have been made aware that posters with political messages have been illegally displayed close to polling stations. Our enforcement officers have been carrying out inspections across the borough,...
View ArticleLeaders of Merton Council political groups support the ‘Black Lives Matter’...
“We are all appalled at the images of George Floyd’s arrest, and many of us are still in shock by his tragic, brutal and unnecessary death. “As you know, this tragedy has sparked mass protest across...
View ArticleStatement: Increased littering in parks
Our parks are extremely busy at the moment and we are working hard to meet the challenges this brings including extra litter. Everyone can help us keep our parks looking beautiful by taking home their...
View ArticleGovernment support package ‘will not come close’ to covering council losses
Statement from Councillor Stephen Alambritis, The Leader of the London Borough of Merton. The Leader of the London Borough of Merton has said the Government’s latest support package for councils “will...
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A message from Councillor Edith Macauley on Hate Crime Awareness Week
Councillor Edith Macauley, Merton’s Cabinet Member for Voluntary Sector, Partnerships and Community Safety, said: “Hate Crime Awareness Week is an opportunity for all of us to remember victims and...
View ArticleCabinet member urges residents to follow Tier Two measures for Merton
From today, Merton has been placed in Tier 2: High Alert. This is for areas with a higher or rapidly rising level of infections, where some additional restrictions need to be in place. These tiers...
View ArticleA message from Councillor Agatha Mary Akyigyina OBE on women’s safety
Councillor Agatha Mary Akyigyina OBE, Merton Council’s Cabinet Member for Partnerships, Public Safety and Tackling Crime, said: “Like so many of us in Merton, the capital, and beyond, I was horrified...
View ArticleWe’re standing with our LGBTQ+ community on IDAHOBIT
Councillor Agatha Akyigyina OBE, Cabinet Member for Partnerships, Public Safety and Tackling Crime, said: “Here in Merton, we are proud to be raising the rainbow flag for the International Day Against...
View ArticleStatement from Councillor Martin Whelton on Plough Lane felled trees
Martin Whelton, Cabinet Member responsible for planning enforcement, said: “I was appalled to see the serious breach of planning rules which has resulted in a number of trees being felled without our...
View ArticleA message from Councillor Marsie Skeete on the anniversary of George Floyd’s...
Cabinet Member for Women and Equalities, Councillor Marsie Skeete, said: “Today marks a year since the brutal murder of George Floyd. This tragic event marked a turning point and a determination that...
View ArticleCouncil investigating legal action following Plough Lane felled trees
Merton Council is investigating whether charges can be brought after the felling of a row of trees at the Ford dealership at Plough Lane, Wimbledon. In May, after the dealership changed hands within...
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