Croydon unveils new youth engagement strategy

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council has confirmed a new strategic direction for its youth engagement services, aiming to improve outcomes and expand support across the borough. Croydon’s youth engagement program is evolving, with a stronger focus on reaching more kids

Government considers appointing commissioners in Croydon

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK government is ‘minded to’ appoint commissioners to Croydon Council, citing ongoing concerns over financial mismanagement and governance failures. The government has declared that the appointment of commissioners is necessary because of the Council’s dire financial

Ansari seeks to bypass Leslie arms planning rules

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Leslie Arms owner Ansari is seeking to sidestep planning conditions imposed by Croydon Council, raising concerns over development compliance and oversight. A multimillionaire real estate entrepreneur has been letting a Grade II-listed tavern deteriorate since 2000. He

Perry calls police to remove Wandle Park squatters

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Following public backlash, Perry sought police assistance to evict squatters from Wandle Park in Croydon, escalating tensions over the site’s occupation. Without giving the squatters at the Wandle Park café the advance notice that is often necessary

‘Interim Adam’ hired by Croydon at £1,000 per day

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Croydon Council appoints ‘Interim Adam’ to a key planning role at a £1,000 daily rate, raising questions about public spending amid local budget pressures. This website has found that Heather Cheesbrough’s stand-in replacement is a “interim specialist”

Two victims in Croydon knife attack on Frith Road

Croydon (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Two people were injured in a knife attack on Frith Road, Croydon, during broad daylight, prompting police investigations and heightened community concern. Concerns regarding crime levels in downtown Croydon have been heightened by the most recent savage