Croydon ranked in London’s top 10 for creating a better food future for residents
Council initiatives helping residents to access good, healthy food and to benefit from plans to boost the local economy again scoop top marks
November 2018
Council affordable homes drive passes 150 mark
A council drive to buy and rent out affordable homes to Croydon families has topped the purchase of 150 properties.
Croydon prepares for remembrance
Members of the public are invited to join in Croydon’s remembrance service this Sunday.
Leading children’s charity to promote fostering in Croydon as council plans to bring service back in-house
A new council contract with a leading children’s charity aims to promote fostering in Croydon and safeguard its future, ensuring that all children and young people are offered high-quality care in safe, secure and happy homes.
Council worker nominated for Pride of Britain Awards
A council employee who boosts the independence of people with disabilities by supporting them into work has been nominated for the Daily Mirror’s Pride of Britain Awards 2019.
Prizes presented to enthusiastic young readers
A trio of young bookworms who completed Croydon Council’s summer reading challenge have been awarded fantastic prizes.
New forecasting system to help keep Croydon’s roads clear
A new forecasting system will help Croydon prepare for winter as work continues to keep the borough’s roads clear.
Croydon Council has been shortlisted for five prestigious awards
Croydon Council projects have been shortlisted for national awards after making a positive difference to residents’ lives in a host of different ways.
New cultural internships offer young people paid placements with UK’s leading arts organisations
A pioneering new cultural internships scheme will offer Croydon’s young people an unprecedented opportunity to gain paid work experience with both internationally-acclaimed and local arts organisations, helping them to kick-start careers in the creative industries.
Flu warning issued to protect toddlers and vulnerable adults
Free vaccinations are offered to young children, as well as pregnant women, residents who are over 65 and some adults with certain health conditions.