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Coulsdon flats, women boxing, tram troubles – and Council Tax

Posted on March 3, 2026 by insidecroydon

The latest episode of our Croydon Insider podcast takes a deep delve into the news behind the headlines, as the borough’s residents face another above-inflation increase to their Council Tax, just as Mayor Jason Perry awards himself and senior council … Continue reading →

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‘If you think parks are protected, think again’ says CPRE report

Posted on January 26, 2026 by insidecroydon

Despite receiving £23m in grants for the up-keep of Croydon’s parks, only eight of the council’s 127 open spaces have Green Flag status. GIANELLA A BASILE looks over a new report which details more than 50 green spaces under threat … Continue reading →

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Clocktower exhibition offers a window on our troubled world

Posted on January 14, 2026 by insidecroydon

GIANELLA A BASILE meets photographer Phil Lewis to find out about his career and the first public exhibition of his work – ‘Lens and Life’ South Croydon’s Phil Lewis is a world-renowned photographer, whose work has been published all over … Continue reading →

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