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  1. Hackney Council Endorses Children and Families Service Report Hackney Council has formally endorsed the Children and Families Service Full Year Report for 2024-25, signalling council-wide approval of its performance and activities. Hackney 2 February 2026
  2. Richmond Children's Services Face £1.4m Overspend Driven by Placement Costs Richmond Council's children's services are facing a projected overspend of £1.4 million, primarily driven by the rising costs of placing children in care. This financial... Richmond upon Thames 1 February 2026
  3. Richmond Schools Face £5.3m Deficit in Dedicated Schools Grant Due to High Needs Funding Shortfall Richmond's schools are facing a projected deficit of £5.3 million in their Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) for the current financial year, leading to a cumulative deficit of £5.5... Richmond upon Thames 1 February 2026
  4. Richmond Council Committee Recommends Housing Priority for Care-Experienced Youth Richmond upon Thames Council's Education and Children's Services Committee has recommended that care-experienced young people be granted priority in the borough's housing... Richmond upon Thames 1 February 2026
  5. Croydon Council Approves New Adult Social Care and Health Strategy for 2026-30 Croydon Council's Cabinet has approved a new Adult Social Care and Health Strategy for 2026-30, alongside its first annual action plan. The strategy, developed with input from... Croydon 1 February 2026
  6. Croydon Council's redundancy pay calculator faces scrutiny over potential age bias Concerns have been raised that Croydon Council's redundancy pay calculator may be discriminatory due to its age-based calculations. The issue was highlighted during a meeting of... Croydon 31 January 2026
  7. New co-optees join Children's committee Lewisham Council has welcomed two new co-opted members to its Children and Young People Select Committee. Emma McIntosh has been appointed as the Primary School Parent Governor... Lewisham 31 January 2026
  8. New drug strategy to tackle supply and demand Hammersmith and Fulham Council is set to implement a new drug strategy aimed at tackling both the supply and demand of illicit substances within the borough, with plans for... Hammersmith and Fulham 30 January 2026
  9. Hammersmith and Fulham Safeguarding Adults Board addresses abuse concerns and annual report Concerns over the abuse of adults at risk were discussed at a recent Hammersmith and Fulham council meeting, with a particular focus on an increase in racial abuse directed at... Hammersmith and Fulham 30 January 2026
  10. Council condemns online hate speech Hammersmith and Fulham Council has formally condemned online hate speech, reaffirming its commitment to fostering unity and understanding within the borough. The condemnation... Hammersmith and Fulham 30 January 2026
  11. Charing Cross Hospital to Implement Accessibility Improvements Following Disability Advocate Review Issues surrounding accessibility at Charing Cross Hospital have been highlighted, with recommendations made to improve the experience for disabled patients and visitors. Hammersmith and Fulham 30 January 2026
  12. H&F Council Proposes £17.9m Savings and Council Tax Hike Amidst Financial Pressures Hammersmith and Fulham Council is planning to make savings of £17.9 million for the 2026/27 financial year as part of its Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS). The proposals... Hammersmith and Fulham 30 January 2026
  13. Family Hubs celebrate second anniversary Hammersmith and Fulham's Family Hubs are celebrating their second anniversary, marking two years of providing vital support to local families. Hammersmith and Fulham 30 January 2026
  14. Hammersmith and Fulham Council Proposes Nearly 3% Council Tax Increase for 2026/27 Budget Hammersmith and Fulham Council is proposing to increase Council Tax by nearly 3% for residents as part of its budget for the 2026/27 financial year. The increase, which includes... Hammersmith and Fulham 30 January 2026
  15. Richmond Council to Debate AI Policy and Environmental Impact Richmond upon Thames Council is set to debate its policy on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its commitment to achieving net-zero targets, with a particular focus on the... Richmond upon Thames 30 January 2026
  16. New carers' charter to be adopted by council Richmond Council is set to adopt a new charter aimed at supporting unpaid carers across the borough, with a focus on improving their health, wellbeing, and access to essential... Richmond upon Thames 30 January 2026
  17. Mental Health Patients Face Long A&E Waits in Redbridge Despite Overall Improvements Mental health patients are facing prolonged waits in Accident and Emergency (A&E) departments in Redbridge, according to a report presented to the Health Scrutiny Sub-Committee. Redbridge 30 January 2026
  18. Barnet Council to Keep Hostage Posters Until Further Engagement with Jewish Community Barnet Council has resolved to keep hostage posters and ribbons displayed on council property until further engagement with the Jewish community takes place. The decision was... Barnet 30 January 2026
  19. SEND transport appeal heard by panel The Home to School Travel Appeals Panel convened on Monday, January 26, 2026, to hear a case concerning transport for a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities... Kingston upon Thames 30 January 2026
  20. Kingston Schools Face £12.7m Deficit Amidst Rising High Needs Costs Kingston schools are facing a projected deficit of £12.7 million for the 2025/26 academic year, primarily due to significant pressures within the High Needs Block. Kingston upon Thames 30 January 2026