Mayor Perry – listening to Croydon (31 July 2026)
Mayor Perry looks back at the week, including fixing potholes, supporting our creative businesses and staying safe in the heat.
July 2026
Cabinet approves plans for new front door for key council services
Croydon Council's Cabinet has approved plans to create a new front door for a number of key council services at Cavendish House, bringing services together in one place to make it easier for people to get the support they need.
Four more outdoor gyms on the way for Croydon
Four new outdoor gyms will open across Croydon over the next year as Mayor Jason Perry steps up investment in the borough’s parks and open spaces.
Croydon Council appoints Mike Jackson as Interim Chief Executive
The appointment will help provide stability as the Council continues the recruitment process for a permanent Chief Executive.
Staying safe during hot weather and drought conditions
The Environment Agency declared a drought across London and other parts of southern England on 29 July after a long period of hot, dry weather. While this doesn't mean water has run out, it does mean we all need to use it carefully and help reduce the risk of wildfires.
Mayor Perry Listening to Croydon – 24 July 2026
Mayor Perry looks back at the week, celebrating the start of Love Parks Week, meeting local business owners in Thornton Heath and looking ahead to the Regina Road Fun Day on Saturday.
More Croydon children ready to thrive as early years results rise
More children than ever in Croydon are starting school ready to thrive, as new figures show the borough is continuing to outperform the national average.
Croydon publishes updated Financial Strategy
Croydon Council has published its updated Financial Strategy with a clear focus on early intervention to help manage demand in some of the Council's highest-cost services.
Invest in Croydon brand launched to drive economic growth
Invest in Croydon has launched. Find out about this new platform and brand designed to attract investment, support business growth and showcase the borough's economic opportunities.
Historic Selsdon Park Hotel gets planning approval for first phase of restoration
Croydon Council has granted planning permission for the first stage of a £30m project to restore the Selsdon Park Hotel.