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The Sutton Community Award 2024 banner with Community Action Sutton, Sutton Housing Partnership, Volunteer Centre Sutton, and Sutton Council logos.
06 Sep 2024

Sutton's Finest: Honouring Local Heroes and Organisations

Each year, Sutton's Community Awards recognise remarkable individuals and groups across the borough.

Cllr Barry Lewis Leader of the Council and Cllr Sam Martin Deputy Leader of the Council
22 Nov 2024

It starts with MEn - White Ribbon Day and 16 Days of Action

This Monday is White Ribbon Day and the start of the globally-recognised 16 Days of Action Against Gender-Based Violence. We are proud that Sutton Council is a White Ribbon accredited organisation, committed to tackling violence against women and girls, and creating a safer community. 

Superintendent Lewis Collins, Leader of the Council, Councillor Barry Lewis and Sutton Met Police Borough Commander Andy Brittain
15 Nov 2024

Sutton at Its Best: Working together for our borough

Sutton works best when we come together to face challenges. With pressures on our services and uncertainty ahead, partnership working is essential for us, and indeed all local authorities, to solve problems and improve our residents' lives.

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11 Nov 2024

Council launches new SEND and Alternative Provision strategy at event for young people

Hundreds of young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Sutton attended the Council’s third Preparation for Adulthood event on 7 November at Westcroft Leisure Centre.

08 Nov 2024

Wearing our poppies with Pride

The red poppy is a symbol of both Remembrance and hope for a peaceful future. Remembrance Sunday is this weekend and this day is our chance to remember those who have died in world wars and other conflicts.

Dan on his first visit of the day
06 Nov 2024

A day in Dan’s life as a Learning Disability Occupational Therapist

This Occupational Therapy Week, we join Dan, a Learning Disability Occupational Therapist for a day in his life.

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05 Nov 2024

Remembrance Sunday, 10 November 2024

The Civic Act of Remembrance - Sunday 10 November, 10.55am, Worcester Park War Memorial.

Leader of the Council, Councillor Barry Lewis standing in Sutton High Street
01 Nov 2024

Everyone in Sutton can play their part in supporting children in care

This week is National Care Leavers Week, a time when we celebrate and focus on our Children in Care and our Care Leavers and their many achievements. At Sutton Council, we are committed to breaking down barriers for care leavers and ensuring they feel supported. 

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28 Oct 2024

Celebrating National Care Leavers Week

At the age of 11, Natalie moved from living with her mother to live with foster carers. While living with foster carers, Natalie was supported by our Children Looked After and Leaving Care service.

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25 Oct 2024

Sutton's vision for growth

Sutton’s vision for growth took another step forward this week, as we announced our preferred development partner who will transform key sites in Sutton town centre, including the St Nicholas shopping centre. 

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21 Oct 2024

Council gives green light for next exciting phase of town centre regeneration

Sutton Council has today announced its preferred development partner for the next exciting phase of its town centre regeneration.

Leader of the Council, Councillor Barry Lewis standing in Sutton High Street
18 Oct 2024

Celebrating the Achievements of Sutton's Young People

As Leader of the Council, I’ve recently been able to see some of the incredible work our young people are doing to shape our borough’s future.