Council set up task force to support Croydon employers and businesses
Croydon Council has set up a task force to support local employers and businesses in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
March 2020
COVID-19: message from the leader of the council
I wanted to update you on how we are ensuring we continue to deliver vital public services while following the all-important guidance to help keep us all […]
Reduced opening of council buildings begins from Friday
Many council-run buildings in Croydon from libraries to adult education centres will close until further notice from this afternoon to protect the public and allow staff to focus on residents needing emergency support.
Unlock Croydon libraries and the Museum of Croydon online
Residents are being reminded they can use their Croydon library card to unlock access to a hugely diverse offering of books, magazines and films online when libraries close their doors today (Friday 20 March).
Council calls for private landlords to help struggling tenants
Croydon Council is urging private landlords to support tenants who are in financial hardship caused by coronavirus (COVID-19).
COVID-19: message from the leader of the council
I know everyone is rightly concerned about COVID-19 and the impact it will have on our lives. At this difficult time I want to reassure you that […]
Statement from Councillor Alisa Flemming
Following the advice from central Government regarding school closures today (18 March), Councillor Alisa Flemming, cabinet member for children, young people and learning said: “We know how incredibly challenging this is for our children and families.“Their safety and wellbeing is our absolute priority, and are working with schools and partners across Croydon to ensure that all our children and families can access the support that they need while schools are closed.
Statement from the leader of the council
“I know everyone is rightly concerned about the spread of the COVID-19 virus and the impact this will have on all of our lives. Today we have met with our partners including the NHS, police, voluntary sector and businesses, to ensure together we are doing all we can to support our local community in this difficult time.
119 extra council homes set for approval
New key worker housing and council homes are set to be provided by Croydon Council under proposals due before cabinet this month.
‘GOOD’ Ofsted rating for Croydon children’s services
Services for children and families in Croydon have been rated ‘good’ by Ofsted, two and a half years after the borough launched a major improvement drive. Inspectors found the service ‘dramatically improved’ and ‘transformed’ since its ‘inadequate’ judgement in September 2017.