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Some members might be interested in this event organised by Bromley Council: https://www.livingstreets.org.uk/get-involved/take-action-in-your-area/local-groups/bromley We (Bromley Council) believe that by getting more adults & children walking, cycling and using public transport, we can cut the number of car journeys, reduce air … Continue reading →

There’s a planning application to convert no 47 High Street to a tap room. This is the empty shop next to Jerry’s Convenience store and the door shop near the corner of Mosslea Road, opposite Homebase. Planning reference is 19/01248. … Continue reading →

Members of the Penge Forum Committee were out meeting members of the public earlier in March. 46 people were asked in Empire Square what they most loved about Penge. 15 people also responded on Facebook. Many people gave more than … Continue reading →

At the recent Penge Forum Open Meeting with local police, questions were raised about the status of the Safer Neighbourhood Panel for the Penge & Cator ward. Roger Taylor, who is currently Chair of the panel, told us that it … Continue reading →

Don’t miss your opportunity to ask a question.  Here are some to start with: How are our local police teams organised now that Copperfield House has been closed? How many police and PCSOs do we have working locally? Will we … Continue reading →

This is an advance notice for our March meeting. As you may be aware, there have been several changes to our local policing. The Police base in Maple Road, Penge, has been closed; Bromley is now part of a 3-Borough … Continue reading →

There’s new Planning Application for the conversion of our local police base in Copperfield House, Maple Road to residential. This confirms what we knew was coming, though it will be interesting to see where the local police base turns out … Continue reading →

Jane Morley, our road safety rep, has made a submission to Bromley’s consultation on road safety, based on the responses given at our street stall held in November 2018.   Vision Zero, a Strategy published by London’s Mayor on 24th July … Continue reading →

Penge Forum Committee members joined the “Friends of Penge” Choir at Pengemas in the town centre on Saturday 8th December. Also at the weekend, Penge Forum Treasurer, Stephen Brushett presented a cheque for £1639.29 to Ian Barrington of the Penge … Continue reading →

We were delighted to welcome two new members to the Penge Forum Committee at the AGM. Rachel New and Mark Phillippo offered their help and were voted onto the committee. They will bring new ideas and enthusiasm to our work … Continue reading →

Don’t forget – doors open 7.00 at Melvin Hall for refreshments and memberships, free pen for the first 20 to pay.   Meeting proper starts at 7.30. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Tuesday 20th November 2018 AGENDA Introduction Annual Review & Accounts Appointment … Continue reading →

From Bromley Community Links: Until 20th November there is an opportunity to vote for projects in the Aviva Community Funding Competition. You can have 10 votes which you can use at any time during the voting phase and you can … Continue reading →

SHORT NOTICE OF MEETING AT ANERLEY TOWN HALL LIBRARY 12 NOON, MONDAY 19TH NOVEMBER What is the meeting about? WHAT TO DO WITH THE OLD LIBRARY SPACE? Crystal Palace Community Trust now have the lease for the whole building – … Continue reading →

In advance of Tuesday’s AGM, our Annual Report for 2017/18 (at the end of this post) gives a short summary of some of the activities we have been involved in over the last 12 months. Please use the free refreshment … Continue reading →

Why do I have to separate my recyclables when the refuse collectors throw them in the same lorry? Why is my road sometimes left in a mess after the refuse collection? How much does the council save by only collecting … Continue reading →

The Penge Forum AGM will be held on Tuesday November 20th 7pm at Melvin Hall.

Come and meet us at the Penge Forum tent in Empire Square on Saturday morning, 3rd November between 11 o’clock and 1 pm. As well as details of our AGM, we’ll be conducting a road safety feedback survey, have details … Continue reading →

There is an ongoing consultation on the long term future of CP National Sports Centre.  The Mayor of London is leading this, with a view to rationalise, reduce the overall range and scale of sports, and reduce costs. There are … Continue reading →

This could also be discussed at our  Open meeting on Tuesday 25th September: https://newsroom.southeasternrailway.co.uk/news/nominate-your-local-station-for-a-share-of-gbp-300-million-fund-to-install-step-free-access?utm