Wandle Park cleared as Don’t Mess With Croydon – Take Pride partners with Great British Spring Clean
Croydon Council staff gave up an hour of their time on Thursday 11 April, volunteering to clear up the area around Wandle Park.
April 2019
Council welcomes proposed section 21 eviction ban
Croydon Council has welcomed a potential ban on private landlords carrying out evictions with no good reason – but called on Government to give renters even greater protection by reviewing Universal Credit.
Council boosts investment in Croydon’s voluntary sector
A plan for closer working between the council and the voluntary and community sector in Croydon so more organisations can access council funding and advice has been launched.
Notice of EU elections posted
The elections for the European Parliament will take place on Thursday 23 May. The notice of an election was posted yesterday, Monday 15 April.
New music festival a huge success
A new music festival developed with the aim of bringing guitar bands back to the borough has been hailed a great success.
Court orders couple to pay more than £135,000 for renting out unauthorised flats
A husband and wife have been ordered to pay a total of £136,240 for continuing to rent out a property containing nine flats despite a council enforcement notice requiring its demolition.
Excellent rating for council disability employment team
A Croydon Council team that helps get more local people with disabilities into fulfilling jobs has received the top inspection rating from a national organisation.
Council Tax and business rates collection hit all-time high
Collection rates for council tax and business rates in Croydon are at an all-time high with £17 million more collected to fund vital services compared to last year.
Young Mayor and Deputy Young Mayor presented with chains of office
Croydon celebrated a historic moment when the borough’s first ever Young Mayor and Deputy Young Mayor were presented with their chains of office this week.
Council leader welcomes cross-party support for local EU citizens
The Leader of Croydon Council has welcomed a cross-party pledge agreed this week that the borough remains open to everyone amid social divisions fuelled by Brexit.