School run pedestrian zones start
A trial council scheme has begun that temporarily closes traffic-clogged roads during the school run to get people to use cars less. Starting today (Tuesday 5 September) the roads by three primary schools - Heavers Farm and [...]
Croydon Council statement in response to Ofsted report
Croydon has taken immediate action to improve its Children’s Services after an Ofsted inspection rated some areas of the service inadequate. The council accepts the findings and is working with Ofsted to make the necessary [...]
Emile Sande backs new Croydon musical jam night
JamBox is a unique project that allows musicians of all levels to play alongside established professionals who normally provide backing for some of the top names in the business. Launching on 5 September in the [...]
‘Gig Buddies’ comes to Croydon
A scheme that helps people with learning disabilities or autism attend gigs, plays or other live events is being launched in Croydon thanks to a successful council funding bid. Volunteers are being sought to get [...]
Scammers disappear with £27,000 of pensioner’s life savings
A quote for clearing the guttering of an elderly man’s Norbury home quickly escalated to the point where he handed over £27,000 in cash to a bogus company operating from a central London accommodation address. [...]
Tell us your views on town centre safety
Residents, shoppers and visitors are being asked their views on the introduction of a town-centre public space protection order (PSPO). Croydon Council has launched a six-week consultation asking respondents if their enjoyment of the town [...]
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