Sutton's support for Tram extension shows investment is needed in our transport infrastructure
TfL has today published a report showing 81 per cent of respondents support the extension of the London Trams network to the borough.
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The vast majority (96 per cent) of children due to start primary school in Sutton this September have been offered a place at a preferred school.
Overall, 2’726 Sutton children due to start primary school this September received an offer of a school place at one of their preferred schools - 96 per cent of the total number of applicants.
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Sutton commissions St Mungo’s to help prevent homelessness
The London Borough of Sutton has commissioned leading homelessness charity and housing association St Mungo’s to provide housing and floating tenancy support to around 200 people across the borough.
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Getting our high streets ‘Spick & Span’ ready for summer
This week marks the launch of Sutton Council’s ‘Spick & Span Sutton’ campaign.
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Parking consultation update
Sutton Council will soon publish an update on its parking strategy proposals having almost analysed all the feedback from residents who took up the call to have their say on parking proposals.
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Results for the Wallington North By-Election
London Borough of Sutton - Election of a Councillor
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Sutton trader with “callous disregard” for children gets prison sentence over counterfeit Batman and Robin suits
Mum of two sold fake superhero costumes online.
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An open letter to EU citizens living in the London Borough of Sutton
Councillor Ruth Dombey – Leader of Sutton Council
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Health app success after hundreds enrol in BetterPoints scheme
Participants achieve "marathon" success on foot
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Statement: Environment and Neighbourhood Committee
A Sutton Council spokesperson said:
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Heathrow Airport proposed expansion
Sutton Council sends robust response to Heathrow's expansion plans
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London Borough of Sutton
Response to the Heathrow Airspace and Future Operations Consultation – 4 March 2019
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Mayor of London’s Citizenship Ceremony
A group of ten representatives from London Borough of Sutton attended the annual Mayor of London’s Citizenship Ceremony at The Queen Elizabeth Hall on the South Bank, 27 February 2019.
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Secondary School Offer Day 2019: Sutton Council meets rising demand as 2,500 Sutton children secure preferred school place
Sutton has outperformed other London boroughs for the number of pupils getting preferred school places this September.
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Sutton School launches Community Fridge to reduce food waste
The fridge was donated to Dorchester Primary School by award-winning campaign Small Change Big Difference to help reduce food waste and support the local community.
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STATEMENT: Welfare of homeless person outside Sutton Station
A Sutton Council spokesperson said:
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An improved library system for a greater customer experience
New system from 7 March, 2019
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Council Meeting on Monday 25 February
Statement from The Mayor
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Sutton celebrates Fairtrade Fortnight
Learn about the benefits of Fairtrade products
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Helen Bailey set to become Sutton Council’s permanent Chief Executive
Helen Bailey is being recommended to Council on 25 February as the permanent Chief Executive of the London Borough of Sutton.
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Statement regarding waste and recycling collection performance
Statement regarding waste and recycling collection performance
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STATEMENT: Contractor for new school buildings for Hackbridge Primary School
A new contractor will be appointed to deliver additional school buildings for Hackbridge Primary School (subject to contract).
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Help improve how we involve residents in decision making
We are seeking your views on how we can best involve residents in decisions affecting their local area.
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Statement regarding fatal stabbing
Joint Statement from Councillor Ruth Dombey, Leader of Sutton Council and Councillor Tim Crowley, Leader of the Opposition
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2019/20 Budget Announcement
News update regarding budget and financials
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Recycling success in Sutton receives Government praise
The Council has received a Government request for details on how Sutton became London’s 2nd greenest borough.
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Green light for Sutton and Kingston councils’ digital future
Councils launch new digital strategy
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Statement from Chair of Scrutiny Committee
The Scrutiny Committee meeting on Wednesday will be open to the public to attend. It is important to highlight no decisions will be made at this meeting.
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Topping out for £40m secondary school
Harris Academy Sutton is a UK first for ultra-low energy
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Sutton Council to officially celebrate Hindu and Buddhist New Year
Promotion of major religious festivals agreed by councillors.
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VIDEO: Scavenging crows dealt a blow by Sutton Councillors at Wallington Green
Green improvements welcomed
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Have your say on official decisions being made for your street
With many residents telling us that parking is a major concern, the next phase of the council's Parking Consultation is now being rolled out to new areas across the borough
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More new council homes for Sutton?
Councillors are to consider a plan for over 80 new council homes in Sutton
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Statement on replacement of non-compliant fire doors in council homes
Sutton Council and Sutton Housing Partnership (SHP) have committed to replacing all fire doors made out of glass reinforced plastic (GRP) composite material installed in Sutton’s council homes.
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Check out this great news for voluntary sector in Sutton
Local voluntary groups to get almost £1.5m from Sutton Council
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Council tax on empty properties
Changes to council tax premium for owners of empty homes?
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Beddington Park is changing...
... a short film by young people in Sutton
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PRESS RELEASE: Children with special needs in Sutton
More help on the way for Sutton children with special needs
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STATEMENT: London Cancer Hub
Our response to final land deal purchase that completes multi million pound investment to make London Cancer Hub a reality
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A Christmas Day Dinner in Sutton
In 2018, we hosted our first ever Christmas Day Dinner for young people who have recently left care.
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PRESS RELEASE: Sutton Council joins call to Government for changes to apprenticeship scheme
Apprenticeships have fallen by more than 25% in the last year
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Sutton voted 2019 champs
Sutton wins top prize at London’s New Year’s Day Parade
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Mayor's Charity Christmas Concert raises £882
The Major of Sutton's Family Christmas Concert with Carols 2018
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Christmas and New Year Opening Times
Your Christmas Toolkit
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It’s official – we did it!
Sutton is the second greenest borough in London... with 50% of all waste recycled.
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STATEMENT: Public Health Grant
Our response to projected Public Health Grant
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Campaign shines light on fire safety
Candles cause more than 200 London fires in 2017
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The mystery culprit behind littering has flown...
... but we won't "crow" about it
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This is how cycling in Sutton is going to get easier
Revolutionary bike scheme "unfolds" for Sutton residents and commuters
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Air quality in Sutton: Make sure you have your say on updated methods being used in your area
Draft strategy published this week as consultation gets under way
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New community orchard for St Helier
Students from Tweedale Primary School joined forces with councillors, staff from Sutton Council and the David Weir Leisure Centre to plant St Helier’s first community orchard on Thursday 22 November.
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Celebrating Sutton's unsung heros
Over 50 guests joined the Mayor and Mayoress at the Sutton Community Awards ceremony on Wednesday 21 November from 7pm at The Garden Room, Russettings Registry Office, 25 Worcester Road, Sutton
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Take a 60 seconds HIV test... for free
Get a free HIV test, with results within 2 minutes
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Santa flies into Sutton on Saturday night (November 24)
Father Christmas arrives in Sutton Town Centre this Saturday to watch the Christmas Lights Switch On
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Is this the perfect cafe for a cuppa?
Community cafe opens after traders and campaigners volunteer time and services
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Statement on encampments and fly tipping injunctions
Council statement on High Court injunction
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How to avoid becoming a victim of rogue traders
Pensioner in Belmont area victim of rogue "water board" staff
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Parking in Sutton: Make sure you have your say on official decisions being made for your street
Letters sent out this week as consultation gets under way
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National HIV Testing Week starts on 17 November
National HIV Testing Week starts this Saturday (Nov 17)
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Sutton Council backs Anti-Bullying Week
‘Choose Respect’ campaign organised by the Anti-Bullying Alliance, gets council backing.
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Free grit before the big freeze
Be ready for snowy and icy conditions by collecting free grit on the weekend of 24-25 November
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Civic Act of Remembrance
Service to take place in Worcester Park.
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Help for South Londoners into better jobs
Launch of South London Skills and Employment Board
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TfL consultation on proposals for Sutton Link
The Sutton Link aims to create a reliable public transport route for people travelling between Sutton town centre and Merton
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Keys to first new council houses for 30 years handed to new tenants
Fellowes Road development in Carshalton was officially opened by the Mayor of Sutton, Cllr Steve Cook
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Food bank funded by local committee grant opened by mayor
The food bank is based at St Michael and All Angels church
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Theatre space to become community arts venue
Winning bidder unveiled
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Founding member of British Pop Art movement is inspiration for new artwork
#behindeverygreatcity is an art trail and campaign from the Mayor of London
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The appointment of interim Chief Executive for Sutton Council
The Senior Appointments Committee yesterday (Monday 15 October) agreed the selection and appointment of the interim Chief Executive for Sutton Council.
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Sutton’s Children’s Services awarded Training Provider Quality Mark
Award recognises training is meeting 'rigorous standards'
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Heritage Action Zone launched to preserve character of Sutton
National reports launched by Historic England celebrate Sutton’s heritage
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String of awards for Sutton in London in Bloom competition
Sutton awarded Silver Gilt for its efforts at annual awards ceremony
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Nominations now open for Sutton Community Awards
Awards recognise individuals and groups who have made an exceptional contribution to making Sutton a better place to live, work and bring up a family
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Arrangements for Acting Chief Executive and permanent recruitment
Acting Chief Executive of Sutton Council to be appointed, prior to permanent appointment
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Sutton Council Chief Executive Niall Bolger appointed as Hounslow Council Chief Executive
Niall Bolger, Chief Executive of Sutton Council, will step down before the end of the year to take up the role of Chief Executive at Hounslow Council.
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Charles Cryer Theatre proposals shortlisted
Three local organisations into the final round to decide the future of the former theatre in Carshalton
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Students perform to high standard in new look GCSEs
Proportion of students achieving five 9-4 grades including English and Maths is 85.8 per cent
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Sutton car parks win national award for accessibility
Car parks recognised for helping disabled people
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Sutton students celebrate A-level achievements
Sutton schools have once again performed to a very high standard and above national average.
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Help improve air quality with solar panel scheme
Solar Together London aims to increase the number of homes and businesses in Sutton using solar power
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HMO regulation is changing
HMO regulation is changing for landlords throughout the UK.
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Council granted temporary injunction to prevent illegal encampments
Council will return to High Court in November to seek full three year injunction
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Deputy Mayor of London visits Sutton's new council homes
As building work continues, the Deputy Mayor of London for Housing and Residential Development toured the borough's new build council home sites on Wednesday to see the progress being made.
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Statement regarding use of Section 61
Statement regarding use of Section 61 from Councillor Ruth Dombey, Leader of Sutton Council
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Statement regarding recent Traveller encampments
Statement regarding recent Traveller encampments
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MyAccount is changing
We will be shortly moving to a new and improved MyAccount system for our existing Revenues & Benefits customers.
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Children's virtual treasure hunt
Looking for something free, fun and active to do with the kids this summer, whilst also helping us improve air quality?
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Beddington Park recognised as one of the UK’s very best green spaces
Beddington Park wins Green Flag Award for 2018
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We need Electoral Services Canvassers
Would you like to earn extra money? We are looking for canvassers to help collate the Register of Electors.
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Further statement following today's fire at Chaucer House
Statement from Cllr Jayne McCoy, Deputy Leader and Chair of the Housing, Economy and Business Committee
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Statement from council leader following fire at Chaucer House
No injuries and fire contained to one flat thanks to sprinkler system and rapid response from fire brigade
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More space for wedding guests as Sutton’s Register Office is revamped
Mayor cuts ribbon as new garden room unveiled
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Sutton’s Healthy Child Programme is to be brought in house by Sutton Council
Services will be run by Sutton Council from April 2019
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Get active and earn reward points to spend locally
Free rewards app encourages sustainable travel around borough
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Winners of 2018 Sutton in Bloom competition revealed
Prizes for annual competition awarded across five categories
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Sutton Council makes pledge for future of digital services
Digital strategy focuses on improving services through the use of technology
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Mayor's charity appeal raises £42k for good causes
Sutton Carers Centre and Sutton Women’s Centre presented with cheques for more than £21,000
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Proposals revealed to bring theatre complex back into use
Final decision to be announced In October
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Can you help make this website even better?
Sutton Council website awarded top star rating by independent assessors
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Ensure you renew your green garden waste collection
Act now to ensure your green garden waste collection continues
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Red bag scheme to be rolled out nationally after success in Sutton
The simple initiative started three years ago in Sutton and now all areas of the country are being urged to adopt the scheme.
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Bids received to bring Charles Cryer Theatre complex back into use
Final decision to be announced in October
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Whitehall Historic House reopens
Mayor cuts the ribbon as original Tudor building of historic importance reopens to the public after £1.9m Heritage Lottery Fund restoration.
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Mayor welcomes local carers
Mayoral event held to mark Carers Week
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Hundreds sign up for solar panel deal
Scheme, in partnership with the Mayor of London, is running across five London boroughs including Sutton.
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Historic Tudor property to reopen following National Lottery funded restoration
Whitehall Museum in Cheam to reopen on 16 June.
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Councillor Steve Cook has been appointed the new Mayor of Sutton
Councillor Steve Cook has been appointed the new Mayor of Sutton at the Council’s annual meeting.
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A message from Cllr Ruth Dombey
Leader Elect of Sutton Council discusses her ambitious plans for the next four years
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Mayor officially reopens Central Library
Sutton Central Library has been officially reopened by the Mayor of Sutton