Health and social care
Stories, page 34
-
Eltham Crematorium to Implement Martyn's Law Security Measures Eltham Crematorium Joint Committee members have been briefed on the implications of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, commonly known as Martyn's Law, during their...
-
Blue Badge appeals process to be outsourced Kingston Council's Corporate and Resources Committee has approved the outsourcing of the Blue Badge appeals process, a move intended to streamline the system and make it more...
-
Kingston to re-establish Health & Wellbeing Board Kingston Council is set to re-establish a dedicated Health and Wellbeing Board as part of a move to enhance its public health duties and improve collaboration with partners. The...
-
Kensington and Chelsea Council Defers Medical Generator Plan Amid Visual and Noise Concerns Kensington and Chelsea Council's Planning Applications Committee has deferred a decision on the installation of an emergency generator at a medical facility due to significant...
-
Bexley Scrutiny Committee Tackles Obesity with New Strategies The Bexley Adult Social Care & Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee has outlined its plans for future work, with a significant focus on tackling obesity, a key public health...
-
Bexley Council Tackles Rising Obesity Rates with Multi-faceted Strategies Bexley is facing a significant public health challenge with rising rates of obesity among both adults and children, a recent council meeting revealed.
-
Adult Social Care Satisfaction Lags in Bexley Despite Progress Adult social care satisfaction levels in Bexley are lagging behind national averages, according to a recent report presented to the Adult Social Care & Health Overview and...
-
Bexley Sees Significant Rise in Direct Payment Uptake for Adult Social Care Bexley has seen a significant increase in the uptake of direct payments for adult social care services, with figures rising to 23.3% in 2024/25. This figure now exceeds the peer...
-
Redbridge Council Establishes Resident Influence and Scrutiny Panel (RISP) to Enhance Tenant Voice in Housing Management Redbridge Council has launched a new Resident Influence and Scrutiny Panel (RISP) to significantly enhance the voice of tenants and leaseholders in the management and scrutiny...
-
Health and Wellbeing Board to Review Future Direction and Scope Amidst Shifting Landscape The Hammersmith and Fulham Health and Wellbeing Board is set to review its future direction and operational scope in response to significant shifts within the health and social...
-
Youth justice service highlights significant health needs Young people in contact with Hammersmith and Fulham's Youth Justice Service (YJS) are experiencing significant health needs, including a high prevalence of mental health issues,...
-
Health board approves £528k overspend on community equipment due to contract collapse The Hammersmith and Fulham Health and Wellbeing Board has approved an overspend of £528,165 on community equipment, primarily due to the collapse of a contract with provider...
-
New strategy to tackle violence against women and girls approved Kingston upon Thames Council has officially approved a new strategy aimed at tackling violence against women and girls (VAWG) as part of its broader commitment to enhancing...
-
Sutton Council Joins London-Wide Initiative to Reform Children's Care Services Sutton Council is set to join a London-wide initiative to reform children's care services, aiming to improve outcomes for vulnerable young people and enhance the sustainability...
-
Sutton Council's People Directorate Faces Significant Financial Pressures, Particularly in Adult Social Care and SEND Services Sutton Council's People Directorate is grappling with significant financial pressures, accounting for two-thirds of the council's overall budget. Adult Social Care alone...
-
Sutton's SEND Reform Plan Aims to Improve Support for Young People Sutton Council is embarking on a significant reform of its Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services, aiming to create a more responsive, inclusive, and...
-
Sutton's Willow Rise Children's Home Maintains 'Good' Ofsted Rating Sutton's Willow Rise Children's Home has successfully retained its 'Good' Ofsted rating, a testament to the dedication of its staff and management.
-
Sutton Faces Extended Waits for SEND Assessments Amidst Reform Efforts Parents and carers in Sutton are facing lengthy waits for assessments for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), a recent council meeting revealed. The...
-
SEND Reforms Face Funding and Workforce Challenges Amidst Growing Deficit Concerns over funding and workforce capacity are casting a shadow over the implementation of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) reforms, according to discussions...
-
K&C Schools Face £4m Deficit in Dedicated Schools Grant Despite Rising School Balances Kensington and Chelsea schools are grappling with a significant financial deficit, with the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) reserve balance standing at over £4 million as of March...