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  1. Lambeth Council Projects £15.9m Overspend Amidst Demand-Led Service Pressures Lambeth Council is facing a projected overspend of £15.9 million for the financial year 2025/26, a figure that, while improved from previous forecasts, highlights significant... Lambeth 3 July 2026
  2. Islington Council supports Holloway Women's Building proposal Islington Council has formally expressed its support for a proposal to establish a Women's Building on the former Holloway prison site, a move hailed as life-saving support that... Islington 3 July 2026
  3. Islington Council vows to fight extremism and racism in memory of Jo Cox and Sir David Amess Islington Council has formally remembered the legacy of Jo Cox MP and vowed to tackle extremism and racism in all its forms, with specific initiatives planned to address these... Islington 3 July 2026
  4. Islington Youth Council questions council on NEET reduction strategies Islington's Youth Council has pressed the local authority on its strategies for reducing the number of young people Not in Education, Employment, or Training (NEET), and how... Islington 3 July 2026
  5. Islington Council to provide advice on trans inclusion Islington Council has pledged to offer advice and support to trans-friendly organisations navigating new guidance on single-sex spaces. Councillor Saiqa Pandor, Executive Member... Islington 3 July 2026
  6. Islington Council Enhances Paternity and Adoption Leave to Six Weeks Fully Paid Islington Council has approved a significant boost to its paternity and adoption leave policy, increasing it to six weeks fully paid for all eligible employees. Islington 3 July 2026
  7. Brent Council Scrutiny Committee Reviews Safeguarding Adults Board Data Needs and Strategic Plan Brent Council's Community and Wellbeing Scrutiny Committee has reviewed the safeguarding data needs of the borough, with a particular focus on the annual reports from the Brent... Brent 2 July 2026
  8. Brent Councillors Demand Better Data and Trend Analysis in Safeguarding Adults Reports Brent councillors have called for significant improvements in how safeguarding data is collected and presented, citing a lack of baseline information that hinders the effective... Brent 2 July 2026
  9. Brent Safeguarding Adults Board plans for future Brent Safeguarding Adults Board (SAB) has unveiled its strategic plans for the next two years, with a strong emphasis on protecting adults with complex needs and intervening... Brent 2 July 2026
  10. Brent Safeguarding Children Partnership Prioritizes Neglect and Exploitation Brent Safeguarding Children Partnership is placing a renewed emphasis on tackling neglect, a key priority for the coming year, alongside continuing work on capturing the voices... Brent 2 July 2026
  11. Brent Council Launches 'Phone Pledge' Initiative to Enhance Online Safety for Young People Brent Council is launching a new initiative, the Phone Pledge, designed to bolster online safety for children and young people. This initiative aims to provide advice and... Brent 2 July 2026
  12. Lewisham's Dementia Strategy on Track for 2026 Approval Lewisham's updated dementia strategy, set to cover the period 2026-2030, is on track for final sign-off in November 2026. The strategy aims to improve outcomes by focusing on... Lewisham 1 July 2026
  13. SLaM's action plan after CQC inspection South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) has outlined a comprehensive action plan to address areas for improvement identified in a Care Quality Commission (CQC)... Lewisham 1 July 2026
  14. Lewisham Council to Open Own Children's Home in Sydenham, Aiming for £700,000 Annual Savings Lewisham Council is set to open its own children's home in Sydenham, a move expected to save £700,000 annually and provide greater control over residential care for children in... Lewisham 1 July 2026
  15. Lewisham Prepares for National SEND Reforms with Local Plan and Retention Strategies Lewisham is set to implement national reforms designed to enhance support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The borough has developed a Local... Lewisham 1 July 2026
  16. Lewisham Council to Focus on Racial Inequality in Schools Lewisham Council is set to implement measures aimed at tackling racial inequality in educational attainment within the borough's schools, with a dedicated focus on the topic... Lewisham 1 July 2026
  17. Bexley's EHCP delivery slips, but still above average Bexley's delivery of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) within the statutory 20-week timeframe has seen a slight dip, though performance remains above the London and... Bexley 1 July 2026
  18. Bexley Children's Services Transformation Targets £1.98 Million Savings Through Commissioning Redesign and Practice Model Review Bexley's Children's Services is undergoing a significant transformation, the Future Bexley Children's Transformation programme, with a focus on improving outcomes for young... Bexley 1 July 2026
  19. Bexley Launches New Family Hubs and Kinship Support Programs Bexley families will benefit from new Family Hubs and enhanced kinship support as part of a wider transformation of children's services. The initiatives, discussed at a recent... Bexley 1 July 2026
  20. Bexley's SEND Reforms Show Progress, But Challenges Persist in Key Areas Bexley's efforts to reform Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services are showing progress, with improvements noted in the timeliness and quality of Education,... Bexley 1 July 2026