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  1. Sutton Council Joins London-Wide Initiative to Reform Children's Care Services Sutton Council is set to join a London-wide initiative to reform children's care services, aiming to improve outcomes for vulnerable young people and enhance the sustainability... Sutton 20 June 2026
  2. Sutton Council's People Directorate Faces Significant Financial Pressures, Particularly in Adult Social Care and SEND Services Sutton Council's People Directorate is grappling with significant financial pressures, accounting for two-thirds of the council's overall budget. Adult Social Care alone... Sutton 20 June 2026
  3. Sutton's SEND Reform Plan Aims to Improve Support for Young People Sutton Council is embarking on a significant reform of its Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services, aiming to create a more responsive, inclusive, and... Sutton 20 June 2026
  4. Sutton's Willow Rise Children's Home Maintains 'Good' Ofsted Rating Sutton's Willow Rise Children's Home has successfully retained its 'Good' Ofsted rating, a testament to the dedication of its staff and management. Sutton 20 June 2026
  5. Sutton Faces Extended Waits for SEND Assessments Amidst Reform Efforts Parents and carers in Sutton are facing lengthy waits for assessments for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), a recent council meeting revealed. The... Sutton 20 June 2026
  6. SEND Reforms Face Funding and Workforce Challenges Amidst Growing Deficit Concerns over funding and workforce capacity are casting a shadow over the implementation of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) reforms, according to discussions... Kensington and Chelsea 10 June 2026
  7. K&C Schools Face £4m Deficit in Dedicated Schools Grant Despite Rising School Balances Kensington and Chelsea schools are grappling with a significant financial deficit, with the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) reserve balance standing at over £4 million as of March... Kensington and Chelsea 10 June 2026
  8. Waltham Forest Council Approves £75.8 Million Contract for Children's Health Services Waltham Forest Council's Cabinet has approved a significant £75.8 million contract for children's health services, a move designed to enhance early intervention and support for... Waltham Forest 6 June 2026
  9. Waltham Forest to lead regional fostering recruitment and assessment model Waltham Forest Council is set to lead a new regional fostering recruitment and assessment model, a strategic move designed to boost capacity and standardise practices across the... Waltham Forest 6 June 2026
  10. Home and Settle Service funding shifts to Public Health Grant Newham Council has approved a shift in funding for its Home and Settle Service, with the initiative now to be supported by the Public Health Grant. Newham 6 June 2026
  11. Home and Settle Service supports 'Ageing Well' priority Newham Council's Home and Settle Service, which supports residents returning home from hospital, has been approved for continuation, aligning with the council's 'Ageing Well'... Newham 6 June 2026
  12. Newham Council to continue Home and Settle Service Newham Council has approved the continuation of its Home and Settle Service, a vital support system for residents returning home from hospital. The decision, made during an... Newham 6 June 2026
  13. Age UK East London secures new five-year contract Age UK East London has secured a new five-year contract to continue providing the Home and Settle Service for Newham residents, a decision approved at an Officer Key Decision... Newham 6 June 2026
  14. Council approves £600k contract for hospital discharge support Newham Council has approved a £600,000 contract to continue a vital service that supports hospital patients returning home. The Home and Settle Service, provided by Age UK East... Newham 6 June 2026
  15. Children's input shapes new Hackney care homes Hackney Council has awarded a contract to Provider B to operate two new children's homes, Blossom House and Starbright House, in a move designed to improve the quality of care... Hackney 3 June 2026
  16. Hackney rejects insourcing children's care due to risks Hackney Council's Cabinet Procurement and Insourcing Committee has opted against insourcing children's care services, citing significant financial, regulatory, and operational... Hackney 3 June 2026
  17. Hackney approves £15.1m contract for children's homes Hackney Council has approved a contract worth up to £15.1 million to commission children's homes, aiming to improve care and keep young people closer to their communities. The... Hackney 3 June 2026
  18. New children's homes named Blossom House and Starbright Hackney Council has approved the commissioning of two new children's homes, Blossom House and Starbright House, which will provide a total of six care arrangements for children... Hackney 3 June 2026
  19. Lambeth Council Approves Revised Members' Allowances Scheme to Boost Diversity Lambeth Council has approved a revised members' allowances scheme, aiming to ensure public service remains accessible to individuals from all backgrounds. The decision was made... Lambeth 3 June 2026
  20. Mayor Names Bureau of Silly Ideas and Gallery 198 as Chosen Charities Lambeth's Mayor has announced their chosen charities for their term: The Bureau of Silly Ideas and Gallery 198. The selection reflects a commitment to community engagement,... Lambeth 3 June 2026