Croydon launches 24-hour helpline with Stop Hate UK
Croydon has joined forces with national charity Stop Hate UK to introduce a new 24-hour helpline dedicated to supporting residents affected by hate crime.
August 2020
July 2020
Council fund helps to boost Croydon’s culture groups
Almost 40 creative organisations have benefited from Croydon’s Cultural Relief Fund so they can continue their work despite the impact of Covid-19.
Covid-19 update: a message from Councillor Tony Newman, leader of the council
"As the weather turns warmer, many people will be considering August holidays that seemed a world away during lockdown. It can be easy for the sunshine to convince us that things are back to normal. But coronavirus has not gone away..."
Croydon launches Respect Your Park campaign to tackle litter
Croydon Council has joined forces with residents and park users to launch a social media campaign aimed at combatting the challenges of litter dropped in our parks, after seven extra tonnes of rubbish were collected from April to June this year.
Council expands scheme to boost walking and cycling
More temporary measures to encourage walking and cycling on Croydon residential streets and improve the local environment are due to come into force next week.
Get Covid-19 aware to help Keep Croydon Safe
Croydon residents are being urged to protect themselves and their loved ones by knowing how to get tested for coronavirus under the Keep Croydon Safe campaign launched today (Wednesday).
£1.9m funding for more Covid-hit small businesses
Croydon Council has widened the number of small and medium-sized businesses that can qualify for a grant of up to £10,000 to help with the financial impact of Covid-19.
Face-to-face support resumes for residents
Residents needing face-to-face support will now be offered pre-booked appointments with council staff at Access Croydon from Monday 27 July.
COVID-19 update: a message from Councillor Tony Newman, leader of the council
As of today, it is now the law to wear a face covering in enclosed spaces – this means in shops, takeaways and on public transport, which includes Croydon’s trams
Council supports personal trainers with free park use
Croydon Council is to temporarily waive the fee required for sports clubs, personal trainers and businesses to run exercise sessions in parks, in light of Covid-19 government restrictions.