Money
Stories, page 71
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H&F Pension Fund Surpasses Target with 113% Funding Level Driven by Investment Returns The Hammersmith and Fulham Pension Fund has achieved a significant milestone, reaching a funding level of 113% as of March 2025, a notable increase from 105% in 2022. This...
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Bexley's Roads Ranked Seventh Nationally Due to Deeper Repair Methods Bexley's roads have been ranked seventh nationally for their condition, according to a recent report presented to the Places Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
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Voter Privacy Concerns Over Identity Checks at Polling Stations Addressed Concerns over voter privacy during identity checks at polling stations were raised at a Tower Hamlets council meeting. Councillor Shafi Ahmed questioned how the privacy of...
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Tower Hamlets Council to launch digital constitution for improved accessibility Tower Hamlets Council is set to launch a new digital version of its constitution, aiming to make the document more accessible and user-friendly for residents and councillors alike.
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Hammersmith and Fulham Pension Fund Joins London CIV for Asset Management Hammersmith and Fulham Pension Fund has officially joined the London Collective Investment Vehicle (LCIV) for asset management, a significant step in aligning its investment...
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Surbiton Adult Education Receives Funding for New Printing Press Surbiton Adult Education (KAE) has secured vital funding for a new printing press, which will be housed at the Surbiton Annex at Surbiton Library on Ewell Road. The allocation...
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Westminster Community Homes Projects £420k Surplus, Revises Current Year Forecast Upwards Westminster Community Homes (WCH) is projecting a surplus of £420,000 for the 2026/27 financial year, an increase from the £370,000 forecast for the current year ending 2025/26....
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Joe Smith Appointed Director to Westminster Housing Board Westminster City Council has appointed Joe Smith as a new director to the board of Westminster Builds, the council's housing development company. The appointment, confirmed at a...
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Bexley Council Approves Economic Growth Strategy Focused on Inclusive Development Bexley Council has officially approved its new Economic Growth Strategy, aiming to foster inclusive and resilient economic development across the borough.
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Lewisham Boosts Foster Care Recruitment Efforts Lewisham Council is intensifying its efforts to recruit more foster carers, aiming to reduce reliance on costly external agencies and residential care. The initiative, endorsed...
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Bayswater to see 20 new zebra crossings Westminster City Council has approved the installation of at least 20 new informal zebra crossings across the Bayswater ward. The decision, made by the council's Cabinet on...
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St John's Wood Primary School to receive £411k upgrade for building refurbishment Westminster City Council's Cabinet has approved a £411,931 upgrade for St John's Wood Primary School's Upper School building, aiming to create a safer and more modern learning...
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Lewisham's Sickle Cell Unit Faces Funding Crisis Lewisham's dedicated Sickle Cell Unit, a pilot project that has significantly improved patient care and achieved top performance in NHS England key performance indicators, is...
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Newham Council Standards Committee Outlines Councillor Development Programme for 2026/27 Newham Council's Standards Committee has unveiled its comprehensive Councillor Development Programme for the 2026/27 municipal year, aiming to significantly enhance skills and...
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Redbridge Council reviews progress on SEND services following Ofsted report Redbridge Council's Children and Young People Policy Development Committee has reviewed a report detailing significant progress and ongoing work in improving services for...
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Newham Standards Committee Reviews Councillor Development Programme The Newham Standards Committee met on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, to discuss a comprehensive Member Induction and Development Programme for 2026/27. This programme aims to equip...
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Harrow Pension Fund to revise investment strategy by September 2026 following new government guidance Harrow Pension Fund is set to revise its Investment Strategy Statement (ISS) by September 30, 2026, in line with new government guidance. The updated statement will outline the...
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Harrow Pension Fund Surpasses Funding Target, Employer Contributions to Decrease The Harrow Pension Fund has reported a significant improvement in its funding position, reaching 108% funded, an increase from 96% at the previous valuation in 2022. This...
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Buckinghamshire Pension Fund to join Harrow's London CIV pool Harrow Pension Fund is set to join the London Collective Investment Vehicle (LCIV) pooling arrangement, a move that aligns with government reforms aimed at consolidating Local...
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Newham Council to Enhance Councillor Training with New Induction and Development Programme Newham Council is set to significantly enhance its councillor training with a comprehensive new induction and development programme for 2026/27, aiming to strengthen governance...