Money
Stories, page 14
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Havering Pension Fund plans for 2030 Havering Pension Fund is set to implement a significant reform agenda, dubbed Fit for the Future, aimed at strengthening governance, adapting to new regulations, and increasing...
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Kingston SEND Deficit Soars to £20.5 Million Amidst National Pressures Kingston Council is grappling with a substantial financial deficit in its Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services, with the cumulative shortfall on the...
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Havering Pension Fund to explore 10% local investment in updated strategy Havering Pension Fund is set to explore investing up to 10% of its assets in local opportunities, a significant increase from its previous approach. The current total value of...
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Havering Pension Fund Reports 6.1% Return, Slightly Underperforms Benchmark Havering Pension Fund has reported a net positive return of 6.1% for the quarter ending June 30, 2026, with the total value of its investment portfolio reaching £1.18 billion....
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Inheritance tax changes to impact pension death benefits Most unused pension funds and death benefits will be brought into the scope of inheritance tax (IHT) from April 2027, a significant shift from current rules. The government's...
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James Graham Appointed Director of Investment and Strategy for City of London The City of London has welcomed James Graham as its new Director of Investment and Strategy, a role that will see a shift in leadership for the Pensions Committee under new...
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City of London Pension Fund Enhances Cyber Security Measures The City of London pension fund is actively managing significant cyber security risks, with measures including corporate online training and software updates in place, according...
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Kingston Schools Struggle with EP & OT Recruitment Crisis Hindering SEND Support Kingston schools are facing a significant recruitment crisis for educational psychologists (EPs) and occupational therapists (OTs), a challenge that is hindering the...
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Greenwich Council Adopts New Private Housing Enforcement Policy with Revised Penalties Greenwich Council has significantly bolstered its enforcement measures for private housing with the adoption of an amended Private Sector Housing Enforcement Policy for 2026 to...
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Greenwich Council faces £18.1m schools funding shortfall Greenwich Council faces a significant funding shortfall of £18.1 million for its schools, primarily driven by pressures within the High Needs Block.
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Youth Justice Plan aims to cut re-offending Croydon Council's Cabinet has approved a new Youth Justice Plan for 2026/27, aiming to reduce re-offending rates among young people aged 10 to 18. The plan, a statutory...
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Croydon Council Projects £2.3 Million Budget Overspend Despite Savings Progress Croydon Council is facing a projected budget overspend of £2.3 million by the end of the financial year, according to the latest Period 3 Financial Performance Report. This...