Sutton Council

The Liberal Democrats have sustained their control of the council

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Liberal Democrats secure sweeping majority in Sutton Council local elections

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Local elections 2026

All the winners in Sutton's 2026 local elections as they are announced

This weeks planning applications

This weeks planning applications

Amazon submits plans for EV charging substation

Planning applications graphic

Planning applications graphic

All the planning applications submitted to Sutton Council

Planning applications submitted to Sutton Council this week

Planning applications submitted to Sutton Council this week

This week's planning applications to Sutton Council

Bin collection days will be delayed during the festive period, before normal service resumes on January 15 Credit: The Huddersfield Examiner

Bin collection days will be delayed during the festive period, before normal service resumes on January 15 Credit: The Huddersfield Examiner

The changes to the Christmas and New Year bin schedule for Sutton

We joined Sutton resident Margaret Reith on the S4, but the return journey to Sutton meant waiting more than an hour for the next bus Credit: Harrison Galliven

We joined Sutton resident Margaret Reith on the S4, but the return journey to Sutton meant waiting more than an hour for the next bus Credit: Harrison Galliven

S4 bus changes leaving residents in the cold and students walking home from school

Plans to turn the house on 15 Surrey Grove in Sutton into an HMO have been refused.

Plans to turn the house on 15 Surrey Grove in Sutton into an HMO have been refused.

Plans for HMO on ‘very small narrow family road’ in Sutton REFUSED

Councillor Barry Lewis took over from long serving council leader Ruth Dombey in Spring last year Credit: Harrison Galliven

Councillor Barry Lewis took over from long serving council leader Ruth Dombey in Spring last year Credit: Harrison Galliven

Sutton pauses major council HQ relocation plans after costs rise

Evidence of a mouse in Ninah's toilet

Evidence of a mouse in Ninah's toilet

'Our whole Sutton block is riddled with mice - even in toilet'

Orchard Hill College officially opened last week (November 26) Credit: Harrison Galliven

Orchard Hill College officially opened last week (November 26) Credit: Harrison Galliven

Sutton Life Centre transformed into 'one-stop shop' for SEND youngsters

Councillor Barry Lewis took over from long serving council leader Ruth Dombey in Spring last year Credit: Harrison Galliven

Councillor Barry Lewis took over from long serving council leader Ruth Dombey in Spring last year Credit: Harrison Galliven

Sutton commuters getting 'less bang for their buck from TfL'

Councillor Barry Lewis (right) with Really Local Group founder Preston Benson (second in on right) at the Throwley Yard opening last year Credit: Rebecca Cresta

Councillor Barry Lewis (right) with Really Local Group founder Preston Benson (second in on right) at the Throwley Yard opening last year Credit: Rebecca Cresta

The moment bailiffs walked into Throwley Yard in Sutton months before it closed

Residents have objected to a plan to increase the number of bedrooms in an HMO in Wallington.

Residents have objected to a plan to increase the number of bedrooms in an HMO in Wallington.

Plans to increase HMO bedrooms on ‘peaceful’ Wallington road slammed

Councillor Jake Short said licencing will

Councillor Jake Short said licencing will

HMOs making 'Sutton subordinate to London' and 'property developer's bonanza'

Sutton Civic Centre, St Nicholas Way. Credit: Google Maps. Free for use by all BBC wire partners.

Sutton Civic Centre, St Nicholas Way. Credit: Google Maps. Free for use by all BBC wire partners.

Sutton Council earns top rating for social housing performance

Edward Terrace Opposite Asda Credit: Sutton Lib Dems

Edward Terrace Opposite Asda Credit: Sutton Lib Dems

Sutton branded 'cultural vandals' if Victorian parade allowed to be demolished

Planning permission was granted in July 2020 for the demolition of the existing buildings at 71-75 Westmead Road Credit: Google Maps

Planning permission was granted in July 2020 for the demolition of the existing buildings at 71-75 Westmead Road Credit: Google Maps

Sutton Council to takeover long-empty site to kickstart affordable homes development

New Golden Gate is an Indian restaurant situated in Stonecot Hill Credit: Google Maps

New Golden Gate is an Indian restaurant situated in Stonecot Hill Credit: Google Maps

Sutton Indian restaurant wants to renew licence after illegal workers found

Sutton flags demonstration - no arrests were made, and participants on both sides said the day was largely calm and respectful

Sutton flags demonstration - no arrests were made, and participants on both sides said the day was largely calm and respectful

First demonstration in Sutton for decades as crowds clash over flags

Sutton Council have said they will not tolerate any form of hate after the Sound Lounge was vandalised this weekend.

Sutton Council have said they will not tolerate any form of hate after the Sound Lounge was vandalised this weekend.

Hate 'will not be tolerated' after ‘devastating’ Sound Lounge vandalism

Hannah and Keiron credit the venue’s dedicated “army of volunteers” for helping transform the old RBS bank into a thriving cultural hub Credit: Harrison Galliven

Hannah and Keiron credit the venue’s dedicated “army of volunteers” for helping transform the old RBS bank into a thriving cultural hub Credit: Harrison Galliven

Future of Sutton’s Sound Lounge in doubt as council lease talks stall

The pharmacy at 27-29 Carshalton High Street could be demolished and replaced by a new three-storey block

The pharmacy at 27-29 Carshalton High Street could be demolished and replaced by a new three-storey block

Carshalton pharmacy could be demolished to make way for taller block of flats

Sutton's former B&Q on Sutton Court Road closed to the public on June 8 in 2024 Credit: LDRS

Sutton's former B&Q on Sutton Court Road closed to the public on June 8 in 2024 Credit: LDRS

More affordable homes approved for development on former Sutton B&Q site

Sutton Morrisons has been closed to the public since July 2024 Credit: Harrison Galliven

Sutton Morrisons has been closed to the public since July 2024 Credit: Harrison Galliven

Businesses 'massively affected' by year-long Sutton Morrisons closure

Sutton Children Services were rated good following an inspection that took place last month Credit: London Borough of Sutton

Sutton Children Services were rated good following an inspection that took place last month Credit: London Borough of Sutton

'Good' Sutton children's services needs improvements to protect vulnerable kids

Councillor Barry Lewis took over from long serving council leader Ruth Dombey in Spring last year Credit: Harrison Galliven

Councillor Barry Lewis took over from long serving council leader Ruth Dombey in Spring last year Credit: Harrison Galliven

Sutton is 'becoming the new Croydon' in changing face of town centre

Neil Garratt councillor for Belmont ward on Sutton Council. Credit: Sutton Council. Free for use by all BBC wire partners.

Neil Garratt councillor for Belmont ward on Sutton Council. Credit: Sutton Council. Free for use by all BBC wire partners.

Sutton Council insists green belt land should not be built despite housing crisis

Sheldon Vestey (right) and Dave Tchill (left) are the last remaining Sutton Labour councillors following the resignation of Sheila Berry (middle) last year Credit: Sutton Labour

Sheldon Vestey (right) and Dave Tchill (left) are the last remaining Sutton Labour councillors following the resignation of Sheila Berry (middle) last year Credit: Sutton Labour

3 separate complaints see Sutton Labour councillor investigated with formal hearing

Road works will affect major roads across Sutton this summer Credit: Local people

Road works will affect major roads across Sutton this summer Credit: Local people

All the Sutton road closures from July to September

The woman said she was made to feel stressed with the succession process while the loss of her mother was

The woman said she was made to feel stressed with the succession process while the loss of her mother was

Grieving Sutton woman has 'months of hell' in late mum's council tenancy battle

Some residents fear that Sutton Council will have to pay for any rubbish left by the caravans Credit: LDRS

Some residents fear that Sutton Council will have to pay for any rubbish left by the caravans Credit: LDRS

Caravans occupy Sutton green space causing tension and disruption for residents

Councillor Jake Short said licencing will

Councillor Jake Short said licencing will

Plan for Sutton HMO licensing scheme to target rogue landlords

Amit Marwaha says the missed deliveries have impacted his and his mother's health Credit: Facundo Arrizabalaga

Amit Marwaha says the missed deliveries have impacted his and his mother's health Credit: Facundo Arrizabalaga

Sutton man left without urgent NHS letters from Royal Mail for nearly two months

Bobby Dean current serves as a Lib Dem councillor for the Wrythe in Sutton Credit: Harrison Galliven

Bobby Dean current serves as a Lib Dem councillor for the Wrythe in Sutton Credit: Harrison Galliven

Royal Mail under fire over missed deliveries in Carshalton and Wallington

Once opened, The Angel Hill Free School in Rosehill Park will offer sports facilities to the local community outside of school hours Credit: London Borough of Sutton

Once opened, The Angel Hill Free School in Rosehill Park will offer sports facilities to the local community outside of school hours Credit: London Borough of Sutton

Work to start on SEND school in Sutton as demand soars

The shop initially wanted to sell alcohol from 7 am to 11 pm daily, but shortened these hours following discussions with the council Credit: Malden Road Association

The shop initially wanted to sell alcohol from 7 am to 11 pm daily, but shortened these hours following discussions with the council Credit: Malden Road Association

Anti-social behaviour

North Cheam supermarket owner hits back on controversial planning and alcohol debate

Lisa Webster will replace Amy Haldane as the only Lib Dem councillor in the Carshalton South and Clockhouse ward Credit: Sutton Lib Dems

Lisa Webster will replace Amy Haldane as the only Lib Dem councillor in the Carshalton South and Clockhouse ward Credit: Sutton Lib Dems

Lib Dems win Carshalton South and Clockhouse by election

St Helier Hospital, Sutton. Credit: Google Maps.

St Helier Hospital, Sutton. Credit: Google Maps.

St Helier Hospital 'faces closure risk due to ageing infrastructure' say former staff

Sutton Council's waste contractor Veolia has purchased seven Hako Citymaster mechanical sweepers

Sutton Council's waste contractor Veolia has purchased seven Hako Citymaster mechanical sweepers

Sutton's new 'electric' street sweepers that will actually run on diesel

Orchard Hill received Outstanding ratings in its 2013, 2019 and 2025 inspections Credit: Orchard Hill College

Orchard Hill received Outstanding ratings in its 2013, 2019 and 2025 inspections Credit: Orchard Hill College

Students 'exceptionally well prepared' at 'life changing' Sutton SEND school provider

The new Carew Academy officially opened last Friday (April 25) with a ceremony led by Sutton’s Mayor, Colin Stears (Centre) Credit: Carew Academy

The new Carew Academy officially opened last Friday (April 25) with a ceremony led by Sutton’s Mayor, Colin Stears (Centre) Credit: Carew Academy

New SEND school opens in Sutton providing over 240 places

Gary Milsom says he has seen a lot of young talent get their start in Cryer Arts Credit: Harrison Galliven

Gary Milsom says he has seen a lot of young talent get their start in Cryer Arts Credit: Harrison Galliven

Sutton’s last remaining theatre calls for help and might not last through winter

The couple say MTVH have 'robbed' them of their safety by demanding they take the camera down (Credit: Facundo Arrizabalaga)

The couple say MTVH have 'robbed' them of their safety by demanding they take the camera down (Credit: Facundo Arrizabalaga)

Landlord 'robbing safety of Wallington by ordering them to remove CCTV camera'

Choi is a small business owner and entrepreneur who moved to Sutton from his native Hong Kong in 2008 (Credit: Harrison Galliven)

Choi is a small business owner and entrepreneur who moved to Sutton from his native Hong Kong in 2008 (Credit: Harrison Galliven)

Sutton makes ‘history’ electing its first ever councillor from Hong Kong

The new view from the resident's front door after the permanent structure was installed last week, much to her surprise Credit: Malden Road Association

The new view from the resident's front door after the permanent structure was installed last week, much to her surprise Credit: Malden Road Association

Sutton shock as supermarket builds unapproved ‘Tin Conservatory’ around front door

Colin Bright outside his home on Therapia Lane Credit: Harrison Galliven/LDRS

Colin Bright outside his home on Therapia Lane Credit: Harrison Galliven/LDRS

Plan for huge Sutton food waste plant rejected due to disruption concerns

The four Padel Board Courts will will transform a currently vacant space on the London Cancer Hub Site Credit: Aviva and Socius

The four Padel Board Courts will will transform a currently vacant space on the London Cancer Hub Site Credit: Aviva and Socius

London Cancer Hub serves up plans for padel courts in Sutton

The revamped The Pastures will include a play area and courtyard at the centre of the site (Credit: HTA/ Sutton Council)

The revamped The Pastures will include a play area and courtyard at the centre of the site (Credit: HTA/ Sutton Council)

Enlarging ‘overcrowded’ Sutton traveller site could cost far more than expected

The Sutton Central ward covers most of the town centre Credit: Harrison Galliven

The Sutton Central ward covers most of the town centre Credit: Harrison Galliven

Sutton by-election triggered after former deputy council leader forced to step down

The Ombudsman found that the Sutton Council-owned housing association had shown 'severe maladministration' Credit: Housing Ombudsman

The Ombudsman found that the Sutton Council-owned housing association had shown 'severe maladministration' Credit: Housing Ombudsman

Sutton mum-of-three with asthma paid thousands after home was 'making her ill'

Sutton Council Civic Offices, as shown on St Nicholas Way. Permission for use by all LDRS partners. Credit: Google Earth

Sutton Council Civic Offices, as shown on St Nicholas Way. Permission for use by all LDRS partners. Credit: Google Earth

Flats on Sutton’s controversial B&Q development site could soon pass 1,000 mark

Sam Hall told the LDRS: “I see a lot of kids who we know that have relapsed. There is always that worry and it never goes away.” Credit: Facundo Arrizabalaga

Sam Hall told the LDRS: “I see a lot of kids who we know that have relapsed. There is always that worry and it never goes away.” Credit: Facundo Arrizabalaga

'Our son, 2, was diagnosed with leukemia- St Helier staff gave us a fighting mindset'

Riva Bingo previously operated on the lower floors of St Nicholas House (Credit: Google Maps)

Riva Bingo previously operated on the lower floors of St Nicholas House (Credit: Google Maps)

19-storey tower with 281 flats could replace Sutton bingo hall after delays