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  1. Barnet Council to investigate asylum hotel closures Barnet Council is set to investigate the closure of asylum hotels within the borough, following a motion proposed by Councillor Mark Shooter. Barnet 30 January 2026
  2. Barnet Council to explore Council Tax exemption for terminally ill residents Barnet Council is set to explore the possibility of introducing a Council Tax exemption or discount for residents who are terminally ill and facing financial hardship. Barnet 30 January 2026
  3. Barnet Council Reaffirms Commitment to Community Cohesion and Safety Amidst Rising Hate Barnet Council has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting and defending its communities, with a motion passed at the recent Council meeting highlighting the importance of... Barnet 30 January 2026
  4. Barnet Council to hold minute's silence for Yom Kippur attack Barnet Council is set to observe a minute's silence in remembrance of the victims of a terrorist attack that occurred on Yom Kippur. Barnet 30 January 2026
  5. Council to consider new posts for children's services Barnet Council is set to consider the creation of two new senior roles within its Children and Family Services department, aimed at bolstering prevention and family support... Barnet 30 January 2026
  6. Barnet Council to formally welcome Employment Rights Bill Barnet Council is set to embrace new employment rights legislation, with a motion passed at the recent Council meeting welcoming the Employment Rights Bill. The bill, described... Barnet 30 January 2026
  7. Wandsworth Schools to Implement New RSHE Guidance Emphasizing Engagement and Transparency Wandsworth schools are set to adopt new guidance on Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) from September 2026, following an update from the Department for Education... Wandsworth 29 January 2026
  8. New employment schemes launched for Bexley residents Bexley residents will benefit from new employment support schemes aimed at helping economically inactive individuals find work. The initiatives, introduced by Bexley Business... Bexley 29 January 2026
  9. Wandsworth Considers Interfaith Public Faith Walks Inspired by Merton Model Wandsworth's Standing Advisory Council on Religious Education (SACRE) is exploring the possibility of launching public faith walks, a concept inspired by the successful Walks in... Wandsworth 29 January 2026
  10. Task Groups Report on Allotment Management, Food Security, and Fostering Barnet Council's Children and Education Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee met on Monday, January 26, 2026, to receive updates from several task and finish groups. Discussions... Barnet 28 January 2026
  11. Main Grants Programme pivots to community infrastructure Lewisham Council's Main Grants Programme is set to undergo a significant transformation, pivoting to focus on community infrastructure to better support the voluntary and... Lewisham 23 January 2026
  12. Urgent contract awarded for direct payment support Bromley Council has awarded an urgent interim contract for its Direct Payment Support Service to The Disability Syndicate, following the insolvency of the previous provider,... Bromley 23 January 2026
  13. Redbridge Council Approves New Five-Year Agreement for Adults Emergency Duty Team with NELFT Redbridge Council's Cabinet has approved a new five-year agreement for the Adults Emergency Duty Team (EDT) with North-East London Foundation NHS Trust (NELFT), a decision made... Redbridge 23 January 2026
  14. Lewisham Council Awards 11 Contracts for Substance Misuse Services Lewisham Council has awarded 11 contracts to existing providers for residential rehabilitation and day programmes aimed at individuals struggling with substance misuse. Lewisham 23 January 2026
  15. Lewisham Wellbeing Hub contract extended for 12 months amid service review Lewisham Council has approved a 12-month contract extension for the Lewisham Wellbeing Hub, operated by Together for Mental Wellbeing. The decision, made during a Mayor and... Lewisham 23 January 2026
  16. New SEN unit to open at Deptford Park Primary Lewisham Council has approved plans to establish a new Special Educational Needs (SEN) unit at Deptford Park Primary School, which will cater for up to 40 children with severe... Lewisham 23 January 2026
  17. Havering Council to formalise ongoing financial support for Volunteer Centre Havering Council has formally committed to providing ongoing financial support for the Havering Volunteer Centre. The decision was made during a Council meeting held on... Havering 22 January 2026
  18. Croydon Council seeks transformation partner for CYPE Directorate's 'Helping Families Thrive' program Croydon Council is seeking a strategic transformation partner to drive forward significant changes within its Children, Young People and Education (CYPE) Directorate, aiming to... Croydon 22 January 2026
  19. Redbridge to implement new SEND framework aligned with government reforms Redbridge is set to overhaul its services for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in response to a forthcoming government white paper, which is... Redbridge 20 January 2026
  20. Hillingdon Care Company to Offer Nursing Care at The Burroughs Following Acquisition and CQC Registration Hillingdon Care Company is set to offer nursing care at The Burroughs Care Home, following a decision by the Shareholder Committee to approve a change for care delivery. The... Hillingdon 19 January 2026