Flood mitigation efforts in Purley & Woodcote Monday, 25 November, 2024 Apparently, it’s the end of the Flood Awareness Week so this post feels timely. Flood mitigation has been a key priority of mine as I have previously blogged about. I was pleased to welcome Croydon Council’s Director of Sustainable Communities, Karen Agbabiaka and its new Head of Highways, Brian Fitzpatrick to Purley earlier this month along with Rob Varney, TfL’s Local Communities & Partnerships... Local News
A22 road closure finishes a week early! 27th August 2023 I'm delighted that the A22 road closure finished a week earlier than expected. We are very grateful to SES Water for working around the clock to ensure an early... Local News
Update on encampment at Higher Drive Recreational Ground 25th August 2023 I wanted to provide the latest update on the situation at Higher Drive Recreational Ground. Kenley and Purley Councillors are working closely with each other... Local News
ESOL Courses for Adults 23rd August 2023 We're thrilled to launch our ESOL course for non-English speaking adults, aimed at providing essential language skills in a 36-week program. Course: ESOL for... Local News
MIND - Carers Support Group 22nd August 2023 Carers Support Group Help and support for people caring for someone affected by Mental Health Every Wednesday 5.30pm—7.00pm at Mind In Croydon 26 Pampisford... Local News
Kenley Ward Panel Report 31st July 2023 20th August 2023 The Kenley Ward Panel met on 31st July at Rokewood Court Care Home. The Kenley Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) reported on progress against the community safety... Local News
Diadan House Shirley 20th August 2023 Mayor Perry and I had the pleasure of visiting Diadan House in Shirley run by Kisimul. Kisimul Group provides exceptional services for people with autism... Local News
Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) over Kenley Sunday 20/8 at 2:30pm 19th August 2023 Every year, weather permitting, the BBMF organises a flypass over Kenley airfield on the closest Sunday to 18th August. This commemorates Kenley's worst day of... Local News
Dangerous ceiling made safe in Downlands precinct, Brighton Rd Purley 19th August 2023 Overnight and probably as a result of the torrential rain, I was alerted by a Facebook posting to the fact that part of the ceiling in Downlands Precinct... Local News
Travellers at Higher Drive Recreational Ground 16th August 2023 A resident contacted me this morning to tell me about travellers illegally parking their caravans at the Higher Drive Recreational Ground right next to the... Local News
Prime Minister: Calling the General Election for 4th July 2024 22nd May 2024 Prime Minister Rishi Sunak addressed the nation to call the General Election for 4th July 2024. Read his speech here. National News
Celebrating International Women’s Day 8th March 2024 Find out what we're doing to support our fabulous women on International Women's Day here. National News
We’re tackling unfairness in Child Benefit 7th March 2024 Find out how the Conservatives are supporting families here. National News
Spring Budget 2024 rundown 6th March 2024 Find out how we're growing the economy, with inflation down, wages rising and National Insurance cut from 12% to 8%… National News
Let’s stick with the plan which is working 19th February 2024 Get the latest from the Chancellor on our economic progress here. National News
We are pointing in the right direction 8th January 2024 We're making progress on the country's top priorities. Find out more here. National News
