Fourteen individuals face legal action for flytipping – with more prosecutions underway

This autumn, fines (fixed penalty notices) were issued by Sutton Council enforcement officers for flytips in Butter Hill, Wallington; Homeland Drive, South Sutton; Orchard Avenue, Beddington; and Papermill Close, Carshalton. Fines have been issued throughout the year. The Council has taken legal proceedings against 14 individuals for non-payment of fixed penalties. They all received fines […]

Sutton Giving Christmas COVID-19 Voluntary and Community Sector Appeal

This Christmas will be difficult and different for all, for many reasons, and even harder for some families; this includes those who are isolated and alone, families with young children and Adult and Young Carers in families with illnesses and disabilities. Sutton Giving wants to recognise this and ensure that everyone who requires additional support […]

Wallington Farmers Market is back on Saturday December 12

Wallington Farmers’ Market: Saturday 12th December 2020 – The next Wallington Farmers’ Market will be held on Saturday 12th December. Wallington Farmer’s Market returns for it’s final outing of 2020.  Bursting with local producers and special guest stalls the market offers everything from free range meat to fresh fruit and veg; artisan chocolate to authentic curry sauces. Great too if […]

More than 160 suspected domestic abusers arrested across the capital

Within the first four weeks of new specialist units launching across London, more than 160 suspected domestic abusers have been arrested. More than £7.5m has been invested in Predatory Offender Units (POU) dedicated to tackling those posing a significant risk to adults and children. The recent growth in officers across the Metropolitan Police has enabled […]

Police pro-actively patrol Sutton High Street

Over the weekend officers were proactively patrolling Sutton High Street and other places across the Borough. Keeping a close eye on activity around pubs and other areas where large numbers were expected. “A few minor issues were dealt with through early engagement and encouragement to behave in an appropriate manner. Kimpton Industrial Estate was patrolled, […]

Care for a Christmas cuppa – and help our hospital

This festive season, Epsom and St Helier Hospitals Charity are encouraging you to hold a ‘Care for a Christmas Cuppa’ virtual tea party.  As COVID continues to keep loved ones apart and has put paid to the traditional Christmas party, the dedicated charity supporting Epsom and St Helier hospitals and community services is giving local […]