Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood

I logged onto Cabinet last evening and was subjected again to a lecture, apparently residents must understand what this administration tells us,  debate was stifled and challenge was not allowed.

I have a very proud family history, who have predominately lived in Crystal Palace, and the surrounding area in Croydon since the mid 19th century! 

Croydon’s hit the headlines lately. And for all the wrong reasons.

The Labour-run council was declared bankrupt late last year. Inspectors blamed a culture of “corporate blindness.”

I had the misfortune to sit through the last Traffic Management Advisory Committee where the very controversial LTNs were discussed. Councillors asked searching questions which were swiftly dismissed, dissenting voices were brushed aside,only this discredited administration knows best.

By Gareth Streeter, Conservative spokesperson for Environment, Transport and Regeneration

The problems first began with the scaffolding in Church Road which caused serious tailbacks around the triangle, though it was just about bearable. 

Then came the three road closures:

Fox Hill; 
Stambourne Way 
and Sylvan Hill. 

By Gareth Streeter

Today, I have submitted my response to the consultation around the Low Traffic Neighbourhoods in Crystal Palace and Upper Norwood.

Labour must re-open these roads.

The Interim Executive Governing Board ('IEGB') of Virgo Fidelis Convent school, with the support of the Archdiocese of Southwark and Croydon Council is proposing to close Virgo Fidelis Convent school. The IEGB is proposing the school’s closure because they believe that it is no longer viable – a

Residents know Crystal Palace and Upper Norwood wouldn’t be the same without the Stambourne Woodland Walk. A sweep of trees running between residential roads and freeways, it is a strikingly beautiful patch of land, and a welcome escape to nature from polluted streets.

Crystal Palace is a wonderful place to live, and we are lucky to have so many fantastic local businesses, pubs and attractions nearby. 

It’s no surprise that so many people want to visit us in Crystal Palace, to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the area.