Mayor Perry – listening to Croydon 27 March 2026
Mayor Perry looks back on the week with updates on Regina Road and the new Croydon Means Business programme. Historic England recognises our architectural gems and much more.
March 2026
Croydon launches Croydon Means Business to boost growth and support local entrepreneurs
Croydon Council has unveiled a major new initiative designed to help local businesses start, grow and thrive. It includes a refreshed package of grants, rates relief and dedicated support available across the borough.
Safe Space launches at BOXPARK Croydon
The SANA Space offers a calm, inclusive environment where women can seek help if they feel unsafe, become separated from friends, or need assistance to get home safely.
New £20m funding for Croydon to restore Pride in Place
The grant covers parts of West Thornton, Selhurst, Broad Green, Bensham Manor and Selhurst.
New community champions boost confidence to improve lives
Local Area Coordinators will listen to residents’ needs and give practical, tailored advice to help them move forward, and signpost them to local services.
Croydon Council to invest £17.5m in highways improvements
Croydon Council has set out plans for a major programme of highways investment in 2026/27, with £17.5m earmarked to improve roads, footways, bridges and flood‑management across the borough.
Council takes action on trader blocking pavement
On 12 December 2024, Bhavik Patel the owner of The Vape Shop, 1 Selsdon Road, South Croydon was served with a Community Protection Notice following complaints from the public, local councillors and the police regarding the obstruction and use of the highway outside of the shop.
New rapid response service to support rough sleepers
Croydon's new rapid response wraparound service will help rough sleepers move away from the streets and into safer, more stable accommodation.
Construction to begin at Regina Road
Construction of the first new block at the Regina Road estate in South Norwood is expected to begin soon as Croydon Council prepares to sign a contract with Lovell.
Historic England honours Croydon’s architectural gems
A number of historic buildings and structures, along with a rare Victorian drinking fountain, have recently been granted increased status, helping to protect Croydon's unique heritage.