Maria Gatland has lived and worked in South Croydon for more than 30 years. During that time she helped run the family business and cared for her husband during his long illness. Maria has worked hard to help and support residents in her ward since 2002.
The parade of shops on Old Lodge Lane has been going from strength to strength over the past few years. It was a delight to recently visit two new much-welcomed additions, which are bringing some colour, vibrancy and life to the parade.