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Southwark to Exit Shared IT Service with Brent and Lewisham Southwark Council has announced its intention to withdraw from the Shared Technology Service (STS), a partnership with Brent and Lewisham councils.
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Lambeth Council to Reconsider Community Sports Budget Cuts Amid Financial Challenges Lambeth Council is set to reconsider its proposed cuts to the Community Sports Budget for those under 18, following concerns raised about the impact on young people's health and...
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Ofsted Finds 'Systematic Failures' in Redbridge SEND Partnership, Prompting Action Plan Ofsted has found 'widespread and/or systematic failures' in Redbridge's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) partnership, requiring a Priority Action Plan to...
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Counter-Fraud Team Prevents £693K Loss for Westminster Westminster City Council's Corporate Anti-Fraud Service (CAFS) has prevented an estimated £693,499 in fraud losses between 1 April and 30 September 2025, a significant increase...
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Redbridge SEND Action Plan Approved After Stakeholder Input Redbridge's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Partnership has a new action plan after a critical inspection earlier this year revealed widespread and/or...
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Westminster Secures £60M Grant for Church Street Affordable Housing Project Westminster City Council has secured a £60 million grant from the Greater London Authority (GLA) to boost its Church Street regeneration project.
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Richmond Council Notes Rise in Insider and Identity Fraud Richmond upon Thames Council is grappling with a rise in insider and identity fraud cases, alongside increasing costs in temporary accommodation, according to a recent Audit,...
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Islington to Award Freedom of the Borough Islington Council is set to award the Freedom of the Borough at a meeting on 21 November 2025. The council has stated that no other business will be conducted at this meeting.
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Kensington and Chelsea Council Faces Risks in Fulfilling Grenfell Inquiry Commitments Kensington and Chelsea Council is facing potential risks in fulfilling its commitments made in response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, according to a recent meeting of the...
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Greenwich Extends Contact Centre Hours, Implements Tech Upgrade to Improve Customer Service Greenwich Council is extending the hours of its Corporate Contact Centre and implementing new technology, including AI integration, to improve customer service for residents.
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New Corporate Director of Resources to be Appointed Tower Hamlets Council is set to appoint a new Corporate Director of Resources following interviews held by the Appointments Sub-Committee on Monday, 17 November 2025. The...
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Bromley Council Extends Mortuary Contract with King's Bromley Council has extended its mortuary services contract with King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, ensuring the continuation of a vital service for the borough.
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Redbridge Council to Tackle Abuse of Frontline Workers Redbridge Council is set to reinforce its commitment to protecting frontline workers – who deliver over 200 services from adult social care to parking enforcement and waste...
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Richmond Schools Face £5M Budget Shortfall Due to High Needs Underfunding and Rising EHCP Costs Richmond schools are facing a significant financial challenge, with a projected £5 million budget shortfall for the 2025/26 financial year. Funding continues to be a challenge...
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Islington Council to Review Standards Following Government Conduct Framework Changes Islington Council's Standards Committee is set to review its member standards and conduct framework following the government's response to a consultation on strengthening...
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Redbridge Schools to Receive Support for Financial Difficulties, Including Recovery Plans and Expert Advice Redbridge schools facing financial difficulties are set to receive targeted support from the council, including recovery plans and access to expert advice. Schools identified as...
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Hillingdon to Charge Fees for Photography in Parks Hillingdon Council has approved the introduction of fees for non-commercial photography in its parks and green spaces, aiming to generate revenue to offset budget pressures...
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Hillingdon Care Company Business Plan and Director Appointments Under Review Hillingdon Council's Shareholder Committee is scheduled to review the business plan of The Hillingdon Care Company, a council-owned entity providing care services, at a meeting...
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Ealing Schools Forum Approves £1.69M Transfer to High Needs Block to Address Funding Pressures Ealing Schools Forum has approved the transfer of £1.69 million from the schools block to the high needs block, aimed at alleviating funding pressures in special educational...
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Grange Park Residents to Grill Councillors at Open Forum Grange Park residents are invited to attend the upcoming Grange Park Ward Forum to directly address their local councillors. The forum is scheduled for Tuesday, 18 November...