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  1. Kensington and Chelsea Council Approves New Housing Care Contract for Adults with Learning Disabilities Kensington and Chelsea Council's Leadership Team has approved a new contract for the provision of Housing Care and Support Services for adults with learning disabilities. The... Kensington and Chelsea 26 March 2026
  2. Golf course land to be sold for affordable homes Barking and Dagenham Council's Cabinet has reconfirmed its approval for the disposal of land at Crowlands Heath Golf Course, paving the way for the development of new affordable... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  3. Barking and Dagenham Council Rent Collection Misses Target Amidst Universal Credit Migration Concerns Barking and Dagenham Council's rent collection has fallen short of its targets, with concerns mounting over the ongoing migration of tenants to Universal Credit. The latest... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  4. Council Tax Collection Decreases in Barking and Dagenham Due to Increased Charges for Low-Income Households Council tax collection in Barking and Dagenham experienced a 0.5% dip in the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, a reduction of £577,000 in collected revenue compared... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  5. Council approves dementia care expansion Barking and Dagenham Council's Cabinet has approved a significant £3.25 million investment to expand dementia care facilities by redeveloping Fews Lodge. The project will create... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  6. New £4.8m fund to help low-income households Barking and Dagenham Council has launched a new £4.8 million fund to provide a crucial safety net for low-income households facing financial hardship. The Crisis and Resilience... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  7. Newham Pension Fund Faces Scrutiny Over High Rate of Upheld Complaints Due to Processing Delays The Newham Pension Fund is facing scrutiny over a high rate of upheld complaints, with five out of six resolved complaints in December 2025 and January 2026 being upheld. These... Newham 26 March 2026
  8. Bexley Children's Services Faces £2.2m Overspend Due to Increased Support Costs Bexley's Children's Services is facing a projected overspend of £2.234 million, primarily driven by increased costs associated with supporting children with disabilities and... Bexley 26 March 2026
  9. Newham Pension Fund Faces Compliance Gaps Despite Overall Positive Position Newham Pension Fund Faces Compliance Gaps, Outlines Action Plan Newham 26 March 2026
  10. Newham Pension Fund Unveils 2026/27 Communication Plan to Boost Member and Employer Engagement Newham Pension Fund has unveiled its comprehensive communication plan for the 2026/27 financial year, designed to significantly enhance engagement with its members and... Newham 26 March 2026
  11. Newham Pension Fund Prepares for LGPS Legislative Overhaul and Scheme Improvements The Newham Pension Fund is actively preparing for significant legislative changes set to reshape the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). The Newham Pensions Board convened... Newham 26 March 2026
  12. Barnet Council seeks clarity on NHS debt recovery and potential write-offs Barnet Council is reviewing its approach to recovering outstanding debts from NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups (ICBs) and is considering potential write-offs. Barnet 26 March 2026
  13. Holiday Activities and Food Programme sees record numbers Bexley's Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme has seen a significant increase in participation, with record numbers of children attending its enriching activities and... Bexley 26 March 2026
  14. Barnet Council to renew anti-social behaviour orders and introduce new restrictions Barnet Council is set to renew its borough-wide Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) and introduce three new orders to tackle anti-social behaviour. The existing PSPO, first... Barnet 26 March 2026
  15. Barnet Council Q3 Finances Balanced, Contingency Funds and Reserves Utilised Barnet Council's finances for the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year are projected to be balanced, with contingency funds and reserves being utilised. Barnet 26 March 2026
  16. Tower Hamlets Council Defends Response to Ministerial Directions Amidst Governance and Resource Concerns Tower Hamlets Council has defended its response to new ministerial directions, acknowledging that its approach may have appeared defensive. The council's Chief Executive, Steven... Tower Hamlets 25 March 2026
  17. Tower Hamlets Council Faces £18.6 Million General Fund Overspend Amidst Rising Social Care and SEND Costs Tower Hamlets Council is facing significant financial pressures, with a projected £18.6 million overspend on its General Fund for the financial year 2025-26. This deficit is... Tower Hamlets 25 March 2026
  18. Brent Pension Fund to Overhaul Investment Strategy with Focus on Protection Assets Brent Pension Fund is set to implement a significant shift in its investment strategy, moving towards a greater emphasis on protection assets and reducing exposure to growth... Brent 25 March 2026
  19. Tower Hamlets Council Admits Need for More Customer Service Staff Amid Resident Complaints Tower Hamlets Council is set to increase staffing levels to enhance its customer service, a move prompted by concerns raised during a recent Overview & Scrutiny Committee... Tower Hamlets 25 March 2026
  20. Tower Hamlets Council Faces £22.9 Million Deficit in Adult Social Care Budget Tower Hamlets Council is facing a projected £22.9 million deficit in its adult social care budget, a significant financial pressure highlighted in the latest Q3 budget... Tower Hamlets 25 March 2026