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• Merton Council launches new Jobs and Cost of Living Events to help residents find their future

  14-10-2026 16:57 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Merton Council is putting on a new series of events to help residents find well-paid and secure jobs, and to offer advice on how to ease the pressures of the […]
  
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• School support staff strike: information for parents and carers 

  07-10-2026 15:00 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  School support staff at 28 Merton schools are due to take strike action on Friday 9 October as part of an ongoing dispute over pay.  We are disappointed that this […]
  
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• Under 16s to get FREE gym classes at Merton Council leisure centres from October half term

  05-10-2026 15:33 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Under-16s in Merton will be able to attend free gym classes every week across the borough, starting in October half term, as part of Merton Council’s ambition to become London’s […]
  
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• Merton Council launches first Integrated Neighbourhood health and care team

  30-09-2026 16:56 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  A new neighbourhood health and care team, called the Integrated Neighbourhood Team, or INT, has launched in Merton this week. The team consists of specialists from Merton Council, South West […]
  
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• Merton Council announces ambitious plan to deliver thousands of new homes over the next decade  

  24-09-2026 19:23 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Merton Council is strengthening its commitment to home building, aiming to deliver a minimum of 2,500 new homes over the next 10 years, including 1,500 affordable homes, subject to grant […]
  
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• Official route revealed for Run South London, Merton’s new half marathon

  21-09-2026 17:54 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Merton residents can now see the full route for Run South London, the borough’s brand new half marathon, taking place on Sunday 14 March 2027. The 13.1-mile closed road route […]
  
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• Merton Council secures funding from private developers to support Mitcham businesses

  17-09-2026 17:42 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Merton Council has secured £150,000 from private developers to create a business support fund to help Mitcham businesses attract new customers and create more activity in the town centre.  Mitcham […]
  
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• Have your say to help shape the future of social care in Merton

  16-09-2026 18:52 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Merton Council is encouraging people to have their say about the future of social care as part of the Independent Commission on Adult Social Care.  The Big Conversation on Care […]
  
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• Major milestone for Remaking Morden town centre as Merton Council announces plans to secure key development partner 

  11-09-2026 19:05 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Merton Council has big ambitions to remake Morden into one of the best town centres in London for the benefit of the whole borough. Now, the council is announcing its […]
  
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• Leader announces new Cabinet Member to lead on building homes and regenerating Morden

  03-09-2026 12:00 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  The Leader of Merton Council has announced changes to his top team, with Deputy Leader Cllr Eleanor Stringer taking on the role of Cabinet Member for New Homes and Regeneration. […]
  
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• Merton students celebrate GCSE results

  20-08-2026 14:31 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Secondary students across Merton received their GCSE and vocational results today, marking another year of achievement.  These results and achievements made by students reflect the dedication of the students and […]
  
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• Merton students celebrate A Level, T Level, and Vocational and Technical results

  13-08-2026 16:22 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  We are thrilled to celebrate with our Sixth Form students today who received their A Level, Vocational, Technical and T Level results today. We’re proud of the results the students […]
  
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• Fire at Belgrave Walk in Mitcham

  25-07-2026 18:04 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Update on Saturday 25 July at 5pm We are aware of the fire at Belgrave Walk in Mitcham and Council officers are at the scene with the emergncy services. Residents […]
  
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• ‘We promised to win even more Green Flags’: 11 parks now hold prestigious award

  16-07-2026 17:43 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Merton has this week gained another Green Flag – the internationally recognised sign of excellence for parks – with Brenley Park becoming the eleventh park to hold the accolade in […]
  
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• Merton set to make borough-wide HMO planning rules permanent

  15-07-2026 12:08 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Merton Council’s Cabinet has approved a recommendation to permanently ensure that anyone converting a home into a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) will require planning permission.  The rules came into effect on 24 March […]
  
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• It takes a borough: how Merton Council helps to put on the world’s favourite tennis tournament

  10-07-2026 20:58 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Andy Murray, Venus and Serena Williams, Tim Henman, and now Arthur Fery – all these names will be remembered as Wimbledon heroes, but there are a few unsung Wimbledon heroes […]
  
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• Statement on dead fish in Wimbledon Park Lake

  09-07-2026 14:18 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Sadly, a number of fish have died in Wimbledon Park Lake. We understand this will be upsetting for residents and visitors.  Initial investigations by the Environment Agency and Thames Water indicate that the likely cause is the prolonged period of exceptionally hot weather, […]
  
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• Tackling badly parked e-bikes in Wimbledon

  30-06-2026 18:16 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  We are working closely with the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC), Wandsworth Council, Lime and Forest to tackle bad and dangerous parking of hired e-bikes. Hire bikes are a […]
  
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• Navy Veteran, Councillor Nedra Daniel, appointed Merton’s Armed Forces Champion

  26-06-2026 17:41 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  The Leader of Merton Council, Councillor Ross Garrod, has announced that Navy Veteran, Councillor Nedra Daniel, has been appointed as Merton’s Armed Forces Champion, taking over the role from former […]
  
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• Have your say on where our new pocket parks should be

  25-06-2026 16:23 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  We promised to tackle fly-tipping by installing even more pocket parks across the borough, and we want you to tell us where they should go.     Pocket parks are small parks that are accessible to all residents. These sites are usually very small – like […]
  
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• Merton Council seeks urgent confirmation that Maternity Services will continue at St Helier Hospital

  22-06-2026 13:07 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Merton Council has made clear its strong opposition to any reduction or relocation of Maternity Services from St Helier Hospital and has urged the NHS to confirm that they will […]
  
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• Construction starts on Merton’s first new council homes in a generation

  17-06-2026 14:33 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  L&Q and Merton Council have celebrated construction starting on more than 75 new council homes.  The housing association and local council marked this major milestone with an event this month […]
  
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• New woodlands to be created in Morden Park and other areas across Merton

  12-06-2026 15:55 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Thousands of trees are set to be planted across Merton over the next year, creating several new woodland areas that will benefit both wildlife and local communities. The first new […]
  
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• Your Community Bank opens hub at Morden Civic Centre

  10-06-2026 11:34 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Your Community Bank, a not-for-profit credit union serving Croydon, Merton and Sutton, has opened a part-time hub at Merton Civic Centre giving borough residents easier access to their services The […]
  
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• New initiatives launched to support Merton carers

  08-06-2026 17:14 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  Merton is marking Carer’s Week by announcing three new initiatives to support, celebrate and recognise our carers, including more money into our carers grant, launching two new support sessions and extending the free […]
  
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• Merton delivers on promise to introduce FREE Bulky Waste Collections for every household 

  01-06-2026 13:59 via Merton Council Newsroom
  
  From 1 June 2026, every household in Merton will be able to book one free bulky waste collection per year for up to three household items, making it easier for residents to dispose of large items responsibly.  […]
  
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• Merton’s first Muslim Mayor elected

  21-05-2026 16:00 via Merton Council Newsroom
  Councillor Shuile Syeda has become the first Muslim to be elected as Mayor of Merton. Born and raised in the borough, Councillor Syeda represents St Helier ward and has served […]
  
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• What Would The Merton Model Say About AI Capital Spending? - Seeking Alpha

  19-05-2026 16:04 via news.google.com
  What Would The Merton Model Say About AI Capital Spending?  Seeking Alpha
  
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• Obituary | Merton Rima of Grand Rapids, Minnesota - Rowe Funeral Home of Grand Rapids, Minnesota

  13-05-2026 09:00 via news.google.com
  Obituary | Merton Rima of Grand Rapids, Minnesota  Rowe Funeral Home of Grand Rapids, Minnesota
  
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• London local elections: What were the results in Merton? - London Evening Standard

  08-05-2026 09:00 via news.google.com
  London local elections: What were the results in Merton?  London Evening Standard
  
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• Labour still largest party on Merton Council after recent election - Wimbledon Guardian

  08-05-2026 09:00 via news.google.com
  Labour still largest party on Merton Council after recent election  Wimbledon Guardian
  
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• Labour retain control of Merton Council - Wandsworth Times

  08-05-2026 09:00 via news.google.com
  Labour retain control of Merton Council  Wandsworth Times
  
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• Election results: Labour retain control of Merton - Merton Council Newsroom

  08-05-2026 09:00 via news.google.com
  Election results: Labour retain control of Merton  Merton Council Newsroom
  
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• London elections 2026: Merton results - South West Londoner

  08-05-2026 07:02 via news.google.com
  London elections 2026: Merton results  South West Londoner
  
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• Election results: Labour retain control of Merton

  08-05-2026 06:59 via Merton Council Newsroom
  Tens of thousands of residents went to the polls yesterday to elect councillors to all 57 seats on Merton Council. In the early hours of this morning the final results […]
  
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• Merton H. Miller - UBS

  07-05-2026 10:02 via news.google.com
  Merton H. Miller  UBS
  
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• Merton local election results 2026 in full - Manchester Evening News

  07-05-2026 09:00 via news.google.com
  Merton local election results 2026 in full  Manchester Evening News
  
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• London local elections 2026: Who will win in Merton? - City AM

  06-05-2026 09:00 via news.google.com
  London local elections 2026: Who will win in Merton?  City AM
  
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• Guide to the 2026 Local Elections

  05-05-2026 17:22 via Merton Council Newsroom
  When can you vote?  Polling day is this Thursday 7 May, and polling stations will be open from 7am-10pm.  Where do you vote?  If you’re registered to vote in person, the location of your polling station will be printed on your polling card, […]
  
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• Each Merton party's manifesto promises in local elections from Lib Dem and Labour to Reform - My London

  05-05-2026 09:00 via news.google.com
  Each Merton party's manifesto promises in local elections from Lib Dem and Labour to Reform  My London
  
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• Paul Merton says Ann Widdecombe moment was ‘lowest point of my career’ - The Independent

  04-05-2026 09:00 via news.google.com
  Paul Merton says Ann Widdecombe moment was ‘lowest point of my career’  The Independent
  
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• Paul Merton: Lowest point of my career? Being directed by Ann Widdecombe - The Telegraph

  03-05-2026 11:00 via news.google.com
  Paul Merton: Lowest point of my career? Being directed by Ann Widdecombe  The Telegraph
  
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• Your letters: 'Mother Mary,' just war and Thomas Merton - National Catholic Reporter

  02-05-2026 12:36 via news.google.com
  Your letters: 'Mother Mary,' just war and Thomas Merton  National Catholic Reporter
  
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• Update on school support staff strike action - Merton Council Newsroom

  01-05-2026 11:57 via news.google.com
  Update on school support staff strike action  Merton Council Newsroom
  
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• Update on school support staff strike action

  01-05-2026 11:57 via Merton Council Newsroom
  School support staff at 22 schools in Merton are proceeding with strike action today- Friday 1 May – because of a pay dispute affecting several outer London boroughs.   The council recognises that this group of workers has legitimate concerns about pay and attended mediated discussion with the GMB on […]
  
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• Staff at more than 30 Greenwich and Merton schools to strike - BBC

  01-05-2026 07:17 via news.google.com
  Staff at more than 30 Greenwich and Merton schools to strike  BBC
  
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• Comedian Paul Merton sails across Windermere for Channel 4 show - NW Mail

  30-04-2026 10:53 via news.google.com
  Comedian Paul Merton sails across Windermere for Channel 4 show  NW Mail
  
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• Cumbria’s TV date with Paul Merton Driving Amazing Trains - Cumbria Crack

  30-04-2026 10:24 via news.google.com
  Cumbria’s TV date with Paul Merton Driving Amazing Trains  Cumbria Crack
  
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• Staff at more than 30 schools to strike over pay - BBC

  30-04-2026 09:00 via news.google.com
  Staff at more than 30 schools to strike over pay  BBC
  
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• Episode of Paul Merton's new series featuring Lake District to air tomorrow evening - Westmorland Gazette

  29-04-2026 12:03 via news.google.com
  Episode of Paul Merton's new series featuring Lake District to air tomorrow evening  Westmorland Gazette
  
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