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Kent man fined over 10,000 for illegally dumping rubbish in Croydon

Steven Bassett was fined over £10,000 for illegally dumping waste, reinforcing the council's commitment to tackling fly-tipping.
Community involvement is crucial in reporting and preventing fly-tipping incidents.
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More than 6million spent in Croydon on damp, mould and disrepair in social housing

Croydon Council's damp and mould complaints reflect a larger trend of neglect in housing conditions and the need for immediate legislative action.

Croydon Council makes tenant wait over a year for damp and mould check

Croydon council's inspection and repair delays resulted in severe maladministration, causing significant distress for residents affected by damp and mould.

More than 6million spent in Croydon on damp, mould and disrepair in social housing

Croydon Council's damp and mould complaints reflect a larger trend of neglect in housing conditions and the need for immediate legislative action.

Croydon Council makes tenant wait over a year for damp and mould check

Croydon council's inspection and repair delays resulted in severe maladministration, causing significant distress for residents affected by damp and mould.
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Croydon report reveals serious governance failures contributing to 43m overspend

The review highlights mismanagement and budget overruns in the Croydon Council's housing projects, prompting calls for legal reforms.
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Four Croydon libraries will stay open as community hubs despite funding withdrawal

Croydon Council is closing four libraries to enhance services and opening hours at the remaining ones as a response to declining usage.

Cost of burials, bowls and parking permits set to increase in Croydon

Croydon residents will face significant increases in parking and burial costs, drawing mixed reactions from local officials.

Croydon Council to offload three car parks in latest firesale' of public assets

Croydon Council is selling several sensitive assets, including car parks, to ensure financial stability amidst community concerns.

Four Croydon libraries will stay open as community hubs despite funding withdrawal

Croydon Council is closing four libraries to enhance services and opening hours at the remaining ones as a response to declining usage.

Cost of burials, bowls and parking permits set to increase in Croydon

Croydon residents will face significant increases in parking and burial costs, drawing mixed reactions from local officials.

Croydon Council to offload three car parks in latest firesale' of public assets

Croydon Council is selling several sensitive assets, including car parks, to ensure financial stability amidst community concerns.
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Met drops probe into council's financial woes

The police dropped the investigation into financial mismanagement at Croydon Council, citing no evidence of criminal misconduct despite significant governance failures.
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Eight Croydon roads with schools on set for permanent restrictions

The Healthy School Streets programme in Croydon is set to become permanent, aiming to reduce traffic, enhance road safety, and improve air quality around schools.

The three-year plans for improved travel and transport in Croydon

Croydon Council's bid seeks £23 million from TfL for transport enhancements, focusing on safety and accessibility improvements in urban infrastructure.

Eight Croydon roads with schools on set for permanent restrictions

The Healthy School Streets programme in Croydon is set to become permanent, aiming to reduce traffic, enhance road safety, and improve air quality around schools.

The three-year plans for improved travel and transport in Croydon

Croydon Council's bid seeks £23 million from TfL for transport enhancements, focusing on safety and accessibility improvements in urban infrastructure.
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Aged' Croydon blocks could be redeveloped - if private developers vacate first

The proposal for Woburn and Bedford Court aims to regenerate the area with affordable housing while addressing serious antisocial behavior issues.

All the Croydon roads and footpaths set to be repaired or replaced this year

Croydon Council is investing £12.572m to repair and enhance its highway infrastructure, prioritizing sustainable transport and community needs.

New padel tennis venue with nine courts and community sessions set for Croydon

A new padel tennis venue is set to open in East Croydon, creating job opportunities and fostering community engagement through accessible sports programs.

Aged' Croydon blocks could be redeveloped - if private developers vacate first

The proposal for Woburn and Bedford Court aims to regenerate the area with affordable housing while addressing serious antisocial behavior issues.

All the Croydon roads and footpaths set to be repaired or replaced this year

Croydon Council is investing £12.572m to repair and enhance its highway infrastructure, prioritizing sustainable transport and community needs.

New padel tennis venue with nine courts and community sessions set for Croydon

A new padel tennis venue is set to open in East Croydon, creating job opportunities and fostering community engagement through accessible sports programs.
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Some Croydon buses have been fitted with tablets - for an important reason

Croydon buses for SEND children now feature educational screens to enhance learning during commutes, improving their overall experience.
The initiative was inspired by a driver’s conversation and funded through Section 106 money from local developers.
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Concerns over plan to build 210 homes next to playing field in Croydon

The Hyde Group proposes to redevelop Heath Clark North, introducing 210 homes and community facilities to address housing shortages in Croydon.

Plans to demolish Croydon bungalows and replace with four family homes

Croydon Council will decide on a proposal to replace two bungalows with four family homes, facing potential objections regarding density and local infrastructure.

Concerns over plan to build 210 homes next to playing field in Croydon

The Hyde Group proposes to redevelop Heath Clark North, introducing 210 homes and community facilities to address housing shortages in Croydon.

Plans to demolish Croydon bungalows and replace with four family homes

Croydon Council will decide on a proposal to replace two bungalows with four family homes, facing potential objections regarding density and local infrastructure.
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Four new homes set to replace Croydon garage - but no supporters of the plans

The Croydon Council has approved a controversial plan to demolish a garage for four new homes despite significant local objections.
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Thornton Heath corner shop applies to sell alcohol - but some people aren't happy

Srirooban Santhiralingham applied for an alcohol licence in Croydon, emphasizing compliance with licensing objectives and community safety measures.
The Croydon Police Licensing Team objected due to concerns about increased anti-social behaviour.

Croydon intends on closing four libraries following consultation period

The closure of four libraries aims to improve the opening hours of nine others based on public consultation and library usage data.

Thornton Heath corner shop applies to sell alcohol - but some people aren't happy

Srirooban Santhiralingham applied for an alcohol licence in Croydon, emphasizing compliance with licensing objectives and community safety measures.
The Croydon Police Licensing Team objected due to concerns about increased anti-social behaviour.

Croydon intends on closing four libraries following consultation period

The closure of four libraries aims to improve the opening hours of nine others based on public consultation and library usage data.
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The 13 Croydon restaurants with poor food hygiene ratings in 2024

Restaurant hygiene inspections in Croydon revealed significant safety concerns, with many establishments requiring urgent improvements to comply with health standards.

Croydon mum 'lucky to be alive' after metal door falls on her 'killing unborn baby'

Croydon Council's contractor completed work on a door that later fell on resident Hollie Barnett, causing severe injuries and impacting her family life.

Dart Charge firm repaid 3.25m in failed contract

Conduent Public Sector UK Ltd repaid 3.25m to Croydon Council for a failed ANPR parking enforcement scheme.

Activists say Croydon Council is not taking the climate crisis seriously

Croydon Council criticized for lack of engagement with volunteer groups in addressing environmental crisis.

Croydon council forced to deny plans for 56-hectare driving range after local outrage

The Addington Golf Club and Croydon Council deny plans to build a driving range on green belt land.
Residents express concern and outrage over the proposed development, supported by a petition and social media opposition.

Croydon is 'only London borough with no funding bids for cycling safety'

Croydon Council lack of ambition on bike and bus-friendly measures highlighted by campaigners
Report by Sian Berry shows disparity in cycle and bus-friendliness across London
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Croydon: Penalty charge notice error cost borough 150,000

Croydon Council has cancelled penalty charge notices for 3,100 people due to a printing error, costing £150,000.
The council apologised and said the affected PCNs would be cancelled and refunds issued to those who had already paid.

Croydon Council apologises as up to 3,000 overcharged for parking and traffic fines

Croydon Council apologizes for a software problem that affected penalty charge notice (PCN) letters, preventing residents from appealing fines or paying discounted rates.
Residents complained about not receiving initial notices and being charged £195, threatening them with action from bailiffs.

Croydon: Up to 3,000 people overcharged parking and traffic fines by council

Approximately 3,000 people may have been overcharged for parking and traffic offences due to issues with penalty charge notice printing.
Croydon Council has apologized for the issue and is investigating, promising to cancel affected PCNs and issue refunds to those who have already paid.

Croydon: Penalty charge notice error cost borough 150,000

Croydon Council has cancelled penalty charge notices for 3,100 people due to a printing error, costing £150,000.
The council apologised and said the affected PCNs would be cancelled and refunds issued to those who had already paid.

Croydon Council apologises as up to 3,000 overcharged for parking and traffic fines

Croydon Council apologizes for a software problem that affected penalty charge notice (PCN) letters, preventing residents from appealing fines or paying discounted rates.
Residents complained about not receiving initial notices and being charged £195, threatening them with action from bailiffs.

Croydon: Up to 3,000 people overcharged parking and traffic fines by council

Approximately 3,000 people may have been overcharged for parking and traffic offences due to issues with penalty charge notice printing.
Croydon Council has apologized for the issue and is investigating, promising to cancel affected PCNs and issue refunds to those who have already paid.
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A new bootcamp for young entrepreneurs is coming to Croydon

Croydon Council partners with Enterprise Nation to support young entrepreneurs through a summer bootcamp.

Government fire inspection for flammable flats after Your Local Guardian expose

Government inspectors visited a Croydon tower block due to a fire safety lift issue, further highlighting fire safety concerns in the building.
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