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Gayle Gander

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I have lived in Kenley for the past fourteen years and have been a Kenley Councillor since 2022. Kenley is a beautiful and special place, and one I know well — I regularly walk the family dog through its green spaces and feel proud to call it home.

I am committed to representing residents and championing our local area. I work closely with residents, community groups, council officers and external partners to address the issues that matter most to our community and to safeguard Kenley’s unique character and environment. I advocate for residents on council matters, campaign for improved transport connections, and raise important local concerns with the council and relevant agencies.

I have facilitated key improvements for Kenley residents, including a new zebra crossing over the A22, a bus service to ‘upper’ Kenley, action on flooding hotspots, and championing play for younger residents

Good local decision-making begins with listening. I strive to be accessible, responsive, and practical in my approach, ensuring that residents’ voices are clearly heard and respected.

In my profession, I work within the geographic information industry, using spatial data for better decision making.

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land between Godstone Road and Lower Road

Planning refused for land between Godstone Road and Lower Road

Tuesday, 10 February, 2026
We welcome the decision to refuse planning permission for application 25/03774/FUL.
Lower Road in Kenley

Lower Road in Kenley due to close for gas network upgrade

Saturday, 31 January, 2026
UPDATE 14 March 2026SGN will begin these works on 16 March. Unfortunately, it has now been confirmed that there will be some impact on parking for residents of Lower Road and nearby streets.
View of the site from the junction of Sylverdale Road, Lower Road and the Godstone Road

Planning permission refused for 2 Godstone Road, Kenley

Monday, 26 January, 2026
Planning is a vital part of neighbourhood regeneration and ensuring a supply of housing for local people. Well-considered applications in suitable locations are always welcomed. As councillors, we review all planning applications submitted in Kenley to assess whether they meet these standards.
Playground at Bourne Park

Bourne Park playground refurbishment consultation

Sunday, 25 January, 2026
Earlier this month, council officers, together with the contractor Kompan, ran two engagement sessions for locals to hear about and see the plans for the refurbishment of Bourne Park.Despite the weather, plenty of people (and dogs) passed by to review the plans and talk them through.
Police officer patrolling in Kenley

Next Kenley community safety panel meeting

Sunday, 18 January, 2026
Do you have any community safety concerns for Kenley? Then come along to the next meeting of the Kenley Ward Panel on Wednesday 28th January 2026 at Old Lodge Lane Baptist Church.
Part of Bourne Park playground

Refurbishment for Bourne Park playground

Saturday, 3 January, 2026
UPDATE:The timings for the sessions have changed slightly, they will now take place from 10am until 11am on both Friday 9th January and Saturday 10th January.---Good news!Mayor Perry has selected the refurbishment of Bourne Park playground as part of the Council’s Parks Improvement Programme.
Position of new gym equipment for Higher Drive Rec

Update on new gym equipment coming to Higher Drive Rec

Monday, 22 December, 2025
Cllr Kolade and I were pleased to attend the consultation that took place this morning at Higer Drive Rec on the new gym equipment that will be placed in the park.It was great to join council officers, and several residents, including representatives from the Friends of Foxley and Higher Drive Frien
28 godstone road

Planning application: 28 Godstone Road, Kenley

Sunday, 21 December, 2025
A new planning application has been submitted for the Land At 28 Godstone Road Kenley CR8 5JE.Residents are invited to view the full details of the proposal on the Croydon Council planning portal and to submit any comments they may have before the consultation deadline, which is 31st Decem
Bourneview crossing

Bourneview crossing to remain closed until at least August 2026

Thursday, 18 December, 2025
Croydon Council and Network Rail are working closely to explore the future of the Bourneview crossing in Kenley.
Higher Drive rec playground

New gym equipment coming to Higher Drive Rec

Tuesday, 9 December, 2025
Following discussions with Kenley Councillors, Mayor Perry has approved the installation of new outdoor gym equipment at Higher Drive Recreation Ground.
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