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.
July 2020
Survey launched ahead of new equalities strategy
Croydon Council is asking residents for their views on how it can better support its diverse communities ahead of a new long-term strategy on equality, fairness and inclusion.
Croydon bids farewell to children’s services chief
Croydon Council is bidding farewell to Robert Henderson, executive director of children, families and education, who will be leaving the council to take up a new role with another local authority.
Council applies to renew landlord licensing scheme
Croydon Council has this week asked for government approval to renew the borough’s landlord licensing scheme that makes sure privately-let properties meet key housing standards.
New digital arts programme for young people in Croydon
A fantastic new digital arts programme could be about to help the next Stormzy uncover their potential as it supports Croydon’s young people to discover their interests and potential over the summer.
Business grants will support more Croydon businesses
Croydon businesses who have fallen through gaps in government support will be able to claim up to £10,000 to help recover from the impact of coronavirus under a new scheme launched by the council.
Leisure centres prepare to welcome back residents
Croydon’s leisure centres will begin a phased reopening from next week, welcoming residents back to enjoy a range of activities and opportunities to exercise while maintaining their social distance.
50th fly-tipping van seized in Don’t Mess with Croydon campaign
Croydon Council’s crackdown on fly-tipping has seen two more vans seized over the past weeks, bringing the total up to 50.
Council support to continue after government shielding scheme ends
Vulnerable Croydon residents at higher risk of coronavirus or in severe hardship will continue to receive vital council support when a government scheme ends this month.
Croydon libraries begin to reopen
Readers will soon be able to borrow books from five of Croydon’s libraries for the first time since the buildings were closed by coronavirus as the home library delivery service also restarts from Monday 20 July.