Merton Legacy Fund and Council budget for 2025/6

Merton Legacy Fund

We have secured £75m from the sale of a council-owned company that we’re using for the Merton Legacy Fund – a new pot of money that will improve our borough for current residents and generations to come. We have set aside £15m from the fund for projects that are informed by the public. We want to hear from you on what your priorities are and how you think we can make a lasting difference with this £15m.

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* 1. Please tell us what type of capital project you would most like to see delivered using the Merton Legacy Fund?

Improvements to high streets and town centres

Improvements to parks or open spaces

Projects to help the local environment and tackle climate change

Projects to help people get active

Projects that celebrate local heritage

Other (please specify)

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* 2. Please tell us if you have an idea or a project you would like to see the fund support. This could be anything from an outdoor gym in your local park to a monument to the heritage of your local community.