Boris backs Merton with £4.4million investment

Conservative councillors have welcomed the announcement by Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, that he is investing £4.4million in regeneration projects for Merton.

Both Colliers Wood and South Wimbledon are set to benefit from £3.7million of funding from the Mayor’s Regeneration Fund whilst Boris has also pledged £715,000 from his Outer London Fund for improvements to Mitcham town centre.

Cllr Henry Nelless, the Conservatives’ Regeneration Spokesman said:

“This is great news for South Wimbledon, Colliers Wood and Mitcham. Along with our local Assembly Member, Richard Tracey, Merton Conservatives have consistently lobbied the Mayor for much needed funds to help regenerate these parts of the borough. I am delighted that Boris has clearly recognised what a real difference this money can make to local residents.

“What is important now is that the communities and businesses located in these areas have a real say in shaping the way in which this money is spent for the benefit of their local neighbourhood.

“Merton’s previous Conservative administration invested considerable amounts to enhance the appearance of Mitcham town centre and this GLA funding will help build on our earlier improvements.”