Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon

MAYOR OF CROYDON | Proud Croydonian, born & bred | Palace fan 🦅 | @LondonCouncils Lead for Business & Economy | Need help? Press? Email [email protected].

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

Today marks 100 days into my second term.
Lots done. Lots more to do.

We’ve launched Pothole Patrol, announced new playgrounds and outdoor gyms, stepped up zero-tolerance enforcement and driven forward major regeneration.

Croydon’s on the up.

Find out more here: https://t.co/U2ETNhUilr

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

South Norwood, you’re next! 🚛

Our second Community Collection Day is this Saturday, with FREE bulky waste collections for participating Elm Park Estate streets.

Delivering my pledge to help keep Croydon cleaner.

Check streets👇
https://t.co/NmvZL1Nest

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

I’ve written jointly with @Gatwick_Airport’s CEO to the Chancellor, urging action on the Croydon rail bottleneck.

Every London-Gatwick train passes through East Croydon. Investment here means more reliable journeys, jobs and growth.

The Government must play its part.

https://t.co/aavzbfs9wb #InvestInCroydon

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

Today at Invest in Croydon, I joined London Gatwick Chief Executive Pierre-Hugues Schmit to highlight our joint call for Government investment to tackle the Croydon rail bottleneck.

Together, we have written to the Chancellor, calling on the Government to back the next stage of work to tackle one of the busiest and most congested parts of Britain’s railway network.

With Gatwick investing £2.2 billion in its Northern Runway and major regeneration moving forward in Croydon, we cannot allow outdated rail infrastructure to hold back growth.

Our letter calls for funding to progress the Croydon Area Remodelling Scheme, updating the plans and building the case for investment ahead of the 2027 Spending Review.

Previous estimates suggest the improvements could unlock £5.1 billion in economic benefits over 20 years.

This is about more than trains. It is about connecting people to jobs, supporting businesses and unlocking opportunities across Croydon, London and the South East.

Croydon can be South London’s economic engine. Together, we can make it happen. @Gatwick_Airport

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

Croydon’s growth potential is enormous.

Fixing the Croydon railway bottleneck could unlock £5.1 BILLION for our economy.

I’m bringing together a growing coalition to make the case for investment.

Now we need Government to help us deliver.

#InvestInCroydon

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

WATCH: A moving service in New Addington as we marked ten years since the Sandilands tram tragedy.

It was an honour to stand alongside the relatives and friends of those who lost their lives, survivors and members of the local community as we came together in remembrance.

The events of 9 November 2016 will forever be part of Croydon’s history.

Thank you to everyone who helped organise such a thoughtful and dignified service, to all those who spoke, sang or played music, and to all those who attended to pay their respects.

We will always remember the seven lives lost and keep their families and loved ones in our prayers. ❤️

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

Looking forward to today’s Invest in Croydon Conference, where I will be highlighting the importance of securing investment in our rail infrastructure to unlock new opportunities, jobs and growth for Croydon and the wider region.

[Your Croydon @yourcroydon]

🚆 Tomorrow at #InvestInCroydon, @JasonForCroydon and @Gatwick_Airport CEO Pierre-Hugues Schmit will share how they are working together to lobby Government for investment in tackling the East Croydon rail bottleneck.

More tomorrow. 👀

https://t.co/vb4IA3Q0yq

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

♻️ What a great start to our Community Collection Days pilot.

Our first collection in Spring Park, Shirley, was a fantastic success, with 5.2 tonnes of unwanted waste collected and dozens of household items set aside for reuse.

A big thank you to Spring Park Residents’ Association, Veolia, our Council teams and everyone who took part in making it such a triumph.

Onwards and upwards – next stop, Elm Park Estate in South Norwood.
📅 Saturday 14 November, 10am -1pm

Working together to tackle fly-tipping and make Croydon cleaner.

👉 Check which roads are taking part and what can be collected:
https://t.co/M4U3N31kYH

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

🌺 WATCH: Croydon came together over the past few days to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

It was a privilege to join our veterans, Armed Forces personnel and local communities at services to honour the fallen and pay tribute to all those who have served.

Remembrance is a time to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy today and the sacrifices made to protect them.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.

#LestWeForget #Remembrance #Croydon

[Your Croydon @yourcroydon]

🚆 Tomorrow at #InvestInCroydon, @JasonForCroydon and @Gatwick_Airport CEO Pierre-Hugues Schmit will share how they are working together to lobby Government for investment in tackling the East Croydon rail bottleneck.

More tomorrow. 👀

https://t.co/vb4IA3Q0yq

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

🌳 Croydon’s parks: 29th in London in 2022. 9th today. Now London’s Biggest Improver.

Labour lost our Green Flags. We’re restoring pride, with 16 new playgrounds and 16 new outdoor gyms planned over this term.

Lots done. Much more to do.

https://t.co/NiQB13XAOC

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

Great to see our first Community Collection Day in Spring Park proving such a success!

Making it easier for residents to dispose of bulky waste responsibly is an important part of our work to deliver a cleaner, greener Croydon.

A big thank you to Spring Park Residents’ Association, our hardworking crews and everyone who took part.

More to come as we continue restoring pride in our borough!

[Your Croydon @yourcroydon]

The choices we make today will shape the services of tomorrow.

Our proposed budget for 2027/28 is open for consultation and we would like residents, businesses, and community organisations to share their thoughts.

Take part 👉 https://t.co/6F4vzQtn5v

[Your Croydon @yourcroydon]

Across London, there aren’t enough social homes for everyone who wants one. We know long waits can be hard to hear. But there are other housing options, and we’re here to help.

Our video explains the situation in Croydon and the support available ➡️ https://t.co/JDk8EgTfBa

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,

We will remember them.

[Your Croydon @yourcroydon]

♻️ Our first Community Collection Day in Spring Park was a great success last Saturday!

Working with the Spring Park Residents' Association, we helped residents clear bulky waste while recycling and reusing as much as possible.
#CleanerCroydon

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

Croydon has been recognised as London’s most improved borough for parks, climbing an incredible 15 places, from 24th to 9th, in the prestigious Good Parks for London 2026 rankings.

Improving our parks and green spaces has been one of my priorities, and it is fantastic to see this progress recognised.

From our programme of new playgrounds and outdoor gyms to renewed pathways, and plans to transform former park mess rooms into community facilities with cafés and toilets, we are investing in making our green spaces more accessible, welcoming and enjoyable for everyone.

A huge thank you to our dedicated Parks teams, Friends of Parks groups and volunteers who work tirelessly to look after these wonderful spaces.

Our parks are among Croydon’s greatest assets, and we are determined to make them even better. 💚

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

Today marks ten years since the Sandilands tram tragedy, one of the darkest days in Croydon's history.

On 9 November 2016, seven people tragically lost their lives and many more were injured when a tram derailed at Sandilands.

Today, I joined families, survivors, and members of our community and emergency services at a special service to remember those we lost and reflect on the lasting impact of that terrible day.

We remember:

Dane Chinnery
Donald Collett
Robert Huxley
Philip Logan
Dorota Rynkiewicz
Philip Seary
Mark Smith

Behind every name is a life cut tragically short, a family forever changed and a community that continues to remember.

All our thoughts today are with their loved ones, those who were injured, the survivors and everyone whose lives were affected by this tragedy.

Ten years on, Croydon has not forgotten. We never will. ❤️

[Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon @JasonForCroydon]

Today, Croydon came together to honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

We remember the fallen, pay tribute to our veterans and thank all those who have served and continue to serve.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them. 🌺

[Your Croydon @yourcroydon]

#Croydon will commemorate Remembrance Sunday on Sunday 8 November 2026. Join us at the Cenotaph, Katharine Street, at 10.30am as we honour all who served. https://t.co/GymkCtIOtH