Social care

Stories, page 29

1. Greenwich Council Approves Councillor Appointments to Pension Board and Scrutiny Panels Greenwich Council's General Purposes Committee has approved a series of councillor appointments to the Pension Board and various scrutiny panels for the 2026-27 municipal year.... Greenwich 1 July 2026
2. Newham's neighbourhood health approach to tackle inequalities Newham Council is implementing a comprehensive neighbourhood health approach to tackle health inequalities across the borough, with a focus on prevention and bringing care... Newham 30 June 2026
3. Newham Residents Survey Reveals Widespread Concerns Over Aging, Finances, and Inequality Newham residents are expressing significant concerns about aging, financial stability, and persistent inequalities, according to findings from the Newham Residents Survey 2025.... Newham 30 June 2026
4. Newham Health and Wellbeing Board Outlines Future Development Plans Focused on Resident Health and Inequality Newham's Health and Wellbeing Board has outlined a comprehensive plan for future development, focusing on improving resident health outcomes and tackling inequalities across the... Newham 30 June 2026
5. NEL ICB restructures to focus on population health The North East London Integrated Care Board (NEL ICB) is undergoing a significant restructuring, aiming to become a leaner and more agile organisation focused on strategic... Newham 30 June 2026
6. Better Care Fund to boost integrated health and social care Newham Council's Health and Wellbeing Board has reviewed plans for the Better Care Fund (BCF) 2026-27, a significant pooled funding programme aimed at integrating adult health... Newham 30 June 2026
7. Newham Mayor Outlines Vision for Healthier Borough, Emphasizing Tackling Inequality Newham Mayor Forhad Hussain has outlined a vision for a healthier borough, emphasising that improving health outcomes is a key priority for his administration. Speaking at a... Newham 30 June 2026
8. Healthwatch Newham Report Reveals Significant Barriers to Healthcare Access Healthwatch Newham has highlighted significant barriers that residents face when trying to access health and care services, despite generally positive experiences once they are... Newham 30 June 2026
9. Newham Children's Services on Track for 'Outstanding' Ofsted Rating Through Strategic Reforms Newham's Children and Young People's services are on an ambitious journey to achieve an 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating by 2025, a significant transformation from their 'Inadequate'... Newham 30 June 2026
10. Hammersmith and Fulham Corporate Parenting Board Reports Achievements in Care for Children and Young People The Hammersmith and Fulham Corporate Parenting Board has announced a series of significant achievements for the 2025-2026 period, with a strong emphasis on enhanced governance,... Hammersmith and Fulham 30 June 2026
11. Bromley Council Projects £10.7m Overspend in 2025/26 Amidst Reserve Reductions Bromley Council is facing a projected £10.7 million overspend for the 2025/26 financial year, according to a provisional outturn report presented to the Executive committee. Bromley 30 June 2026
12. New Families, Health and Care Policy and Accountability Committee established in Hammersmith and Fulham Hammersmith and Fulham has established a new committee to scrutinise health and care services across the borough. The Families, Health and Care Policy and Accountability... Hammersmith and Fulham 30 June 2026
13. Hammersmith and Fulham Adult Social Care Shows Positive Trajectory with Reduced Waiting Times and Outstanding Reablement Adult social care services in Hammersmith and Fulham are showing a positive trajectory with measurable progress in strengthening performance, improving access, and stabilising... Hammersmith and Fulham 30 June 2026
14. Bromley Council to extend mental health services deal Bromley Council's Executive has agreed to extend its partnership agreement with Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust for adult mental health social work services for a further two years,... Bromley 30 June 2026
15. Hammersmith and Fulham SEND services achieve highest possible rating from Ofsted and CQC Hammersmith and Fulham's services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) have received the highest possible rating in a recent... Hammersmith and Fulham 30 June 2026
16. Bromley Council's £1.2m supported living contract to be retendered Bromley Council's Executive has agreed to retender a contract for supported living services valued at approximately £1.2 million per year, aiming to ensure continuity of support... Bromley 30 June 2026
17. Bromley Council to re-tender £160m transport contract Bromley Council is set to re-tender a significant transport contract valued at £160 million over eight years, aiming to enhance services for all residents. Bromley 30 June 2026
18. Islington Council Launches New Youth Safety Strategy with Public Health Focus Islington Council has launched a new Youth Safety Strategy for 2025-2030, aiming to adopt a public health approach to protect young people. The strategy, developed through... Islington 30 June 2026
19. Bromley Council seeks £29m for fostering agency framework Bromley Council is set to establish a new framework for independent fostering agencies (IFAs) with an estimated annual value of £7.16 million, totalling £29 million over four... Bromley 30 June 2026
20. Islington Council Scrutiny Committee Addresses Paradise Park Children's Centre Closure and Support for Affected Families Islington Council's Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee has reviewed the proposed closure of Paradise Park Children's Centre, a decision affecting 49 families and 47... Islington 30 June 2026