Health and social care
Stories, page 74
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Camden Council Prepares for Awaab's Law with Rapid Response Team to Tackle Damp and Mould Camden Council is preparing to implement Awaab's Law in October 2025 with a new Rapid Response Team to tackle damp and mould issues in council properties.
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Ealing Council to Explore Mentoring and Support Programs for Young People's Employment Ealing Council is exploring ways to better support young people in the borough, including mentorship opportunities and upskilling initiatives in key growth sectors. These...
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Camden Schools Face £8.45M Overspend on Special Needs, Mitigation Strategy Considered Camden schools are facing a significant financial challenge, with a projected £8.45 million overspend on special needs provisions for the 2025/26 academic year. This overspend...
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Haringey Awards Urgent Contract for Community Equipment Service Haringey Council has awarded an urgent contract for its Integrated Community Equipment Service to a new provider, ensuring the continued supply of essential equipment to...
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Waltham Forest Council Prioritizes Mission-Based Approach to Tackle Knife Crime Among Young Black Men Waltham Forest Council is prioritising a mission-based approach to tackle knife crime, with a focus on young black men and boys who are disproportionately affected. Analysis of...
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Waltham Forest to Launch Visible Safety Campaign to Tackle Knife Crime Waltham Forest Council is set to launch a visible safety campaign in autumn, co-designed with residents and partners, to empower communities to play an active and shared role in...
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Greenwich Children's Services See Drop in Social Care Complaints Greenwich Children's Services have seen a decrease in social care complaints, according to the Complaints, Compliments and Representations Annual Report 2024-25, which was...
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EHCP Requests Surge 16% in Greenwich, Impacting Special Needs Support Greenwich is grappling with a significant increase in requests for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP), putting a strain on special needs support services.
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Bromley Council Faces £18M Budget Overspend, Driven by Adult Care Costs Bromley Council is making strides in its four-year Transforming Bromley Programme, designed to ensure financial sustainability and deliver high-quality services. At the midpoint...
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Newham NHS Faces 50% Budget Cuts Amidst NHS England Abolishment Newham is bracing for significant NHS cuts, with integrated care boards (ICBs) facing a target of reducing running costs by 50% by the end of the year. Further guidance from the...
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Newham to Review Walking Strategy After Concerns Raised Newham Council is set to review its approach to promoting walking as a form of physical activity after concerns were raised about the absence of a borough-wide strategy, despite...
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Better Asked to Formally Recognise Trade Unions in Newham Newham Council's Health and Adult Social Care Scrutiny Commission has requested a formal written statement from Better (Greenwich Leisure Limited), also known as GLL, outlining...
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Newham Leisure Audit Reveals Data Inconsistencies, Sparks Review of Physical Activity Programs Newham's Health and Adult Social Care Scrutiny Commission has identified data inconsistencies within the borough's leisure services, specifically relating to membership data...
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Council to Disregard Military Compensation for Benefit Assessments Enfield Council has moved to ensure fair access to benefits for its Armed Forces community, resolving to disregard military compensation when assessing applications for...
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Enfield Council to Focus on Men's Mental Health in November Enfield Council is set to prioritise men's mental health in November, aligning with International Men's Day and the broader focus on men's health during that month. The council...
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Croydon Council Improves Support for Children Leaving Care Croydon Council is enhancing its support system for children leaving care, focusing on health, transitions, and independent living skills. The Corporate Parenting Board met on...
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Dark Kitchens Face Scrutiny Over Pollution Concerns Dark kitchens in Islington are facing increased scrutiny due to concerns about air pollution and harmful emissions, a topic raised during a recent Islington Council meeting.
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Islington to Review Urgent Decision on Community Equipment Islington Council is reviewing an urgent decision made regarding the community equipment service, a vital resource for residents needing support at home.
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Islington Council to Debate Motion Opposing Cuts to Disability Benefit PIP Islington Council is set to debate a motion opposing cuts to Personal Independence Payment (PIP), a benefit for individuals with long-term health conditions or disabilities. The...
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Clarion Housing Ambassador Scheme Proposed for Merton Estates Merton Council is considering a Clarion Housing ambassador scheme for estates that lack resident associations. The Sustainable Communities Overview and Scrutiny Panel discussed...