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Bromley Council to Consider Options for Future of Arboricultural Service Amidst Budget Challenges Bromley Council is set to discuss the future of its arboricultural service, which manages and cares for the borough's trees. The discussion will take place at the Executive...
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Bromley Council to Discuss Future of Parking Contract at October 15 Meeting Bromley Council is preparing to discuss the future of its parking contract, with several options to be considered at an upcoming Executive meeting on 15 October 2025. The agenda...
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Islington Council to Increase Building Control Charges to Address Budget Shortfall Islington Council is set to increase building control charges from 5 October 2025, as part of efforts to ensure the service is financially sustainable. The decision was noted at...
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Bromley Council Projects £58.9M Budget Shortfall by 2026/27, Rising to £74.7M by 2029/30 Bromley Council is facing a significant budget shortfall, with an estimated £58.9 million gap projected for 2026/27, which could rise to £74.7 million by 2029/30. The council's...
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Islington Council Overspending in Housing Revenue Account Due to Damp, Mould, and Housing Disrepair Claims Islington Council is facing budget challenges due to overspending in its Housing Revenue Account (HRA), primarily driven by the increasing costs associated with tackling damp...
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Bromley Retains Top Recycling Spot in London for Third Year Bromley has maintained its position as London's top borough for recycling for the third consecutive year, boasting the highest recycling rate in the region, according to a...
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Haringey Council updates Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest, and Menopause at Work policies Haringey Council has updated its Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest, and Menopause at Work policies for employees, aiming to align with best practices and legal requirements.
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Haringey workforce: Agency staff down, pay bill reduced Haringey Council has successfully reduced its reliance on agency staff through a strategic drive to enhance workforce stability and improve cost efficiency, leading to a...
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Bromley Council Eyes Contract Extension for Parks Management Bromley Council is considering extending its parks management contract with idverde for a further eight years, following the expiration of the initial eight-year term on 31...
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Greenwich Schools Face £7.3M Funding Deficit Due to High Needs Block Overspend Royal Greenwich schools are facing a significant financial challenge, with a projected £7.3 million deficit in the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG), according to reports discussed...
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Eltham Crematorium Projects £106K Underspend for 2025/26 Eltham Crematorium is projected to underspend by £106,172 for the 2025/26 financial year, according to a report presented at the Eltham Crematorium Joint Committee meeting on...
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Bromley Council Faces £730k Overspend in Parking Services Due to Revenue Shortfalls Bromley Council is facing a significant overspend in its parking services, with projections nearing £730,000, according to the latest budget monitoring report.
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Greenwich Council Revises Leaseholder Repayment Policy Greenwich Council is revising its Leaseholder Repayment Policy to provide more consistent and formal terms for leaseholders facing capital major works invoices. The changes aim...
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Southwark Council to Consult on Consort Estate Service Charge Info Southwark Council is set to consult with residents on service charge information related to the Consort Estate, following a review of major works charges to leaseholders. The...
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Diwali Celebration at Chessington School Receives Grant Chessington School is set to host a community event celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Light, thanks to a £3,000 Neighbourhood Community Grant approved by the Kingston upon...
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Southwark Council to Review Whistleblowing Policy to Strengthen Governance Southwark Council is set to review its whistleblowing policy as part of a broader effort to improve transparency and accountability within the organisation.
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Warm spaces get £15k boost in Haringey Haringey's voluntary and community sector organisations are set to receive a £15,000 boost to provide warm spaces for residents this winter. The funding, approved by Councillor...
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Haringey earmarks £1.99M for free school meal vouchers Haringey Council has allocated £1.99 million to provide free school meal vouchers for eligible children during school holidays, continuing support for low-income families. Data...
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Haringey Council Boosts Council Tax Hardship Fund with £66,000 Haringey Council has increased its Council Tax Discretionary Hardship Fund by £66,000 to provide further support to residents facing significant financial difficulties and...
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Haringey allocates £4.2M to help vulnerable households Haringey Council has allocated £4.2 million to support vulnerable households facing financial hardship. The funding, part of the government's Household Support Fund (HSF), will...