Croydon streets to get 3,500 new trees
The council has begun to plant 700 extra trees on the borough’s streets each year until 2023 as part of a drive to improve local air quality. Priority will be given to areas with existing poor air quality.
February 2018
Landlord fined over illegally-let property
A landlord who illegally rented out a South Croydon flat to tenants without getting the required licence has been ordered to pay a £6,000 fine.
Putting knife crime in the spotlight
Real-life stories on how young people feel about their reputation, safety, drug dealing, the police, gangs, bullying and family life.
Students’ play gets behind the Choose Your Future campaign
Real-life stories on how young people feel about their reputation, safety, drug dealing, the police, gangs, bullying and family life were included in a powerful production showcased by Brit School students on Monday night.
The performance – You […]
Council statement on police mergers
Croydon Council has made the following statement following the Met’s announcement to change local policing.
Using football to focus on positive futures
Valentine’s Day puts the focus on love and romance, and Croydon’s youth engagement team is using those sentiments to raise awareness of healthy relationships among young people.
Working together to tackle knife crime
Croydon has united to bring together a three-week programme to raise awareness of knife crime and the impact it has on the community.
Croydon celebrates 100 years of votes for women
The Museum of Croydon and the local community are showcasing their craft skills in a London-wide project celebrating 100 years of votes for women.
Krept and Konan celebrate Croydon schools project success
MOBO award-winners Krept and Konan were last night (7 February) celebrating the success of a pioneering project to inspire and support Croydon pupils.
Positive next steps in delivering Croydon’s parks vision
Refurbished sports facilities, disabled-friendly access routes and the introduction of recreational activities and events are among recommendations put forward to enhance the experience of visitors to Croydon parks.