Samir has lived in and around Purley his whole life. His family has been in Croydon for over 50 years and he attended local schools. He has been involved in local politics for a number of years and is looking forward to working to have a Council which positively delivers for residents.
Holly lives in Purley and Woodcote, and has been concerned about the increasing number of developments in the area. Her priority is making sure that Purley sees the right developments taking place that preserve the character of the area.
Endri has lived in Croydon since 2015 - passionate about community service and the environment. He has volunteered in local projects and mentored graduates from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Chairman, Scrutiny Streets and Environment Sub-Committee
Alasdair has lived in Purley Oaks and Riddlesdown since 2016. In the past, he has run his own business, and worked in the public and private sectors. For the last decade, he has held senior roles in national and local charities, including here in Croydon.
We wanted to let residents know that the railway bridge on Old Lodge Lane, which is located near to Reedham station, requires further refurbishment works, which will then give the bridge a maintenance free life of 15 to 20 years and will improve the appearance of the bridge.
The road under the brid
Residents in the Old Lodge Lane end of Kenley have expressed frustration over the newly introduced 312 bus route, which reportedly fails to stop at Purley High Street and the Purley Tesco stops on a consistent basis.
The Council is trialling plans to improve parking availability in Addiscombe, New Addington, and Purley.
Residents will know that Croydon offers limited stay free parking within our town centres and high streets, as it is vital to encourage the community to support local businesses.
During the excellent Purley Festival this September, an encounter with a representative from the Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation left me profoundly inspired, prompting a deeper exploration into the impactful work of this Purley-based charity.
In a meeting on Friday, Cllr Samir Dwesar – one of Purley
Residents in Kenley and Purley have contacted local councillors to express concern over recent street robberies and attacks in Purley.
In his role as both a ward councillor for Kenley and Cabinet Member for Community Safety, Cllr Kolade is working with the police to address the situation.
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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, the council and local police to remove the encampment at Higher Drive Recreational Ground.
As your local Purley councillors, we, alongside Mayor Perry stood on a manifesto pledge to re-open Purley Pool following its closure by the previous Labour administration. It was at the heart of our campaign.
This summer will see major improvement works taking place along the A22 Godstone Road in Purley.
Councillors in Kenley, Purley, Purley Oaks and Riddlesdown, Old Coulsdon and Coulsdon Town have received the following briefing directly from SES Water.
