A great pleasure to be at the opening of the Men's Shed at St Francis church in Monks Hill. We had the company of both of our Mayor's who cut the tape to declare the men's shed open. Simultaneously there was the launch of cooking lessons.
Following changes made to Croydon’s library service in 2022, the council has been listening to residents and staff who have said that despite best efforts, the service model isn’t working – that it doesn’t provide the opening hours needed or enough of the services that residents want and need.
Mayor Jason Perry has committed to hosting ‘roadshows’ where local residents could come and both ask questions and hear from him directly. Jason is a visible and accountable Mayor for the people of Croydon so hearing their views directly is very important to him.
Warmest congratulations to Rowland Brothers Funeral Directors as they celebrate their 150th anniversary.
Established in Croydon back in 1873, this local family firm have been serving the residents and communities of Croydon and South London through some of their most difficult times.
The parade of shops on Old Lodge Lane, near New Valley school, is set to be transformed from a patch of grass to a new play space, with the design inspired by the school children.
It was a great turn out last month and we cleared a lot of fallen timber down to the bonfire site, a big thanks to all who worked so hard, but there is still loads more to collect.
Croydon Council is proposing to consult residents on changes to its library service that will make it easier for more people across the borough to enjoy books and activities.