What can Rowenna do about crime and anti-social behaviour in Waddon?
 

We need more police officers on the streets in Croydon. Right now, as many as 20-40% of our officers are pulled into central London to deal with protests and events in the capital. I have already spoken to Croydon’s borough commander about getting the police back on the beat in our communities.
 

More and better activities for young people to keep them safe off the streets and make the most of their talents. I want to introduce a Croydon Baccalaureate which will give young people proper apprentices in our businesses and industries, from technology to sport.
 

When people continue to offend, we must enforce action against them, using prosecution, fines and removal powers if necessary. Crime cannot be left unchallenged on our streets.
 

What can Rowenna do about fly-tipping in Waddon?

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We need proper enforcement. Croydon has become the fly-tipping capital of England under the Council’s Conservative Mayor. This is because offenders are being allowed to get away with it. We will use CCTV, fines, penalties and prosecutions to make sure criminals are caught, named and shamed for their behaviour to deter further fly-tipping. 
 

I’ll introduce Big Skip Days for neighbourhoods once or twice a year that struggle with fly-tipping so everyone can dispose of their waste responsibly for free. This particularly helps people without cars who can’t afford to get to the tip.
 

What can Rowenna do for young people and SEND provision in Waddon?
 

I will ensure all four of our Family Hubs are up and running within one year of taking office, meaning young parents can get the advice and support they need for raising their children.
 

Residents were very worried about poor provisions for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (‘SEND’) in schools in Croydon. I will do everything possible to support children and young people with SEND, pushing for a ‘SEND Champion’ on all school boards. As Mayor, I will meet with that board to help stakeholders share best practice and to listen to how I can support parents and improve the service the Council provides.
 

Also, I will lobby national government, as well as charitable and private providers of SEND support, to bring a more robust and better quality SEND provision to our town. Parents should not have to send their children out of borough to get the support they need.