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Croydon Council

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Croydon Council is currently focusing on tackling homelessness and improving financial sustainability.

In September 2026, Croydon Council's Cabinet approved a new strategy to tackle homelessness and boost housing supply, projecting £10 million in savings by 2030. The council also approved a £19.7 million Crisis and Resilience Fund for residents facing hardship and is planning to build 1,000 new homes, awaiting a Greater London Authority decision.

The Cabinet also approved a new Youth Justice Plan for 2026/27 in September 2026, aiming to reduce re-offending rates. Additionally, a revised Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) charging schedule, intended to generate more revenue for infrastructure, received Cabinet approval and awaits adoption by Full Council.

To improve financial sustainability, the council approved a financial strategy for 2027-30 in August 2026. Staff will face new responsibilities under the Hillsborough Law, set to be enacted in April 2027, requiring preparatory work. The council is also preparing for Regulator of Social Housing inspections in late 2026.

Key facts

  1. Croydon Council's Cabinet approved a new Youth Justice Plan for 2026/27 in September 2026. Source
  2. Croydon Council approved a £19.7 million Crisis and Resilience Fund in September 2026. Source
  3. Croydon Council approved a new strategy to tackle homelessness in September 2026, projecting £10 million in savings. Source
  4. Croydon Council's Cabinet approved a revised Community Infrastructure Levy charging schedule in September 2026. Source
  5. Croydon Council plans to build 1,000 new homes, with a bid submitted to the GLA in September 2026. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 9

  1. Croydon Council seeks transformation partner for CYPE Directorate's 'Helping Families Thrive' program Croydon Council is seeking a strategic transformation partner to drive forward significant changes within its Children, Young People and Education (CYPE) Directorate, aiming to... Croydon 22 January 2026
  2. Croydon council to review councillors' expenses Croydon councillors are set to have their expenses reviewed, with a proposal to introduce annual inflationary increases to better reflect the rising cost of living. Croydon 16 January 2026
  3. Croydon councillors' allowances to rise with inflation Croydon councillors are set to see their allowances rise in line with inflation, following a recommendation from the General Purposes Committee. Croydon 16 January 2026
  4. Croydon Councillors' Dependent Carers Allowance Updated to Reflect London Living Wage Croydon councillors are set to see an updated Dependent Carers Allowance as part of a revised Members' Allowances Scheme for the 2026-27 financial year. The General Purposes... Croydon 16 January 2026
  5. Croydon Council Notes Progress on Equality Strategy 2023-27 Croydon Council has highlighted the progress made in its Equality Strategy 2023-27, focusing on inclusivity and support for diverse communities. Croydon 13 December 2025
  6. Croydon Council Approves Member Allowance Increase Croydon councillors have voted to increase their member allowances, aligning them with the Local Government Staff Settlement increase. The decision, which the council says will... Croydon 13 December 2025
  7. Elaine Jackson Appointed Interim Chief Executive of Croydon Council Following Kerswell Resignation Elaine Jackson has been appointed as the Interim Chief Executive of Croydon Council, effective from 10 December 2025, for a 12-month period. The interim appointment enables the... Croydon 13 December 2025
  8. Croydon Pension Fund to Transfer Assets Under Pool Management by 2026 Croydon Council's Pension Fund is set to transfer its assets under pool management by 31 March 2026, as mandated by legislation following the government's Fit for the future... Croydon 13 December 2025