Money
Stories, page 154
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Hackney Council to Undertake Fire Safety Remedial Works on High-Rise Buildings with Government Funding Hackney Council is set to procure fire safety remedial works across its high-rise buildings to meet new regulations, utilising government funding to cover the costs. The...
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Hackney Council to Install Heat Pumps in Nine Schools as Part of Decarbonisation Scheme Hackney Council is set to install heat pumps in nine schools across the borough, marking a significant step towards its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. The project...
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Haringey Council to Increase Temporary Accommodation Rents Haringey Council is set to increase rents for temporary accommodation, impacting residents in General Fund properties and those in accommodations leased from private landlords....
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Harrow Council Underspent, But Warns of Future Tax Hikes and Highlights Public Service Improvements Harrow Council is currently underspent by £1.5 million overall, but residents may see council tax rise by 5% each year for the next three years. While the specific services or...
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Harrow Council Pauses SEND School Project Amid Funding Uncertainty Harrow Council has paused a project to build a new school for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), citing uncertainty over funding and direction from...
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Hackney Council Addresses Colville Heat Network Procurement Hackney Council is amending its procurement strategy for the Colville Heat Network project to maintain the project's commercial viability and ensure low heat costs for...
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Hackney Markets Contribute £20M+ to Local Economy Hackney's vibrant markets are a significant contributor to the local economy, attracting millions of shoppers and generating substantial revenue.
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Hackney Approves Evening and Night-Time Economy Strategy to Boost Growth and Safety Hackney Council has approved its first Evening and Night-Time Economy Strategy, designed to stimulate economic growth while prioritising safety and inclusivity for all.
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Hackney Council to Review Corporate Assets as Part of Financial Sustainability Efforts Hackney Council is set to review its corporate assets as part of its ongoing efforts to improve services and financial sustainability, according to discussions at the Skills,...
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Camden Council Reviews Councillor Conduct Policies Following Emailing Scandal Elsewhere, Addresses Code of Conduct Complaints and Government Consultation Camden Council is reviewing its councillor conduct policies after a case at another council highlighted the potential for undue influence via electronic communications. The...
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Barnet Council Addresses Housing Crisis with Gov't Support Barnet Council has addressed the borough's housing crisis with a motion welcoming government support, as discussed in a council meeting on 8 July 2025.
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Debate Erupts Over Care Home Funding in Barnet Debate has erupted in Barnet Council over the funding of care homes, with concerns raised about the council's commitment to residents who can no longer fully self-fund their care.
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Waltham Forest GP Funding Snub Sparks Concern Waltham Forest's GPs have been left out of a recent round of NHS North East London (NEL) funding, sparking concerns about equitable resource allocation within the region's...
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Waltham Forest Faces NHS Funding Concerns and Staff Cuts Amidst Broader NHS Challenges Waltham Forest is facing potential NHS funding cuts and staff reductions, according to reports presented at a recent Outer North East London Joint Health Overview and Scrutiny...
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Queen's Hospital A&E Overwhelmed, Needs Investment Queen's Hospital in Romford is struggling to cope with the number of patients attending its A&E department, according to Matthew Treynor, Chief Executive of Barking, Havering...
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Brent Council to Review International Partnership Protocol Brent Council is set to review its International Partnerships Protocol following concerns raised during a recent council meeting, particularly regarding the potential impact of...
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East Lane Theatre Faces Rent Hike, Uncertain Future The East Lane Theatre is facing an uncertain future after a proposed rent increase was criticised during a Brent Council meeting. The theatre, a community staple since 1936,...
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Brent Backs Visitor Levy Powers to Support Local Communities Brent Council has voted to pursue visitor levy powers, aiming to generate funds to support local communities and enhance services. The council will need government approval to...
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Brent Council Rejects Petition to Stop Nablus Twinning Brent Council has rejected a petition calling for an end to its twinning arrangement with Nablus, a town in the West Bank. The decision was made during a full council meeting on...
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Charity Sector in Sutton Faces Financial Strain Sutton's charity, community, and faith sector is facing significant financial challenges, with many organisations struggling to meet rising demands amid increasing costs and...