Social care
Stories, page 49
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Ealing Awards 10-Year Leisure Contract to Sports and Leisure Management Ealing Council has awarded Sports and Leisure Management Ltd (SLM) a 10-year contract, with the option to extend for a further five, to manage leisure services across the...
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Ealing Extends West London Employment Support Contract Ealing Council has extended its West London Strategic Employment Support contract with The Shaw Trust for three years, starting 1 April 2028. The decision, made at a Cabinet...
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Enfield Council Considers £15.4M in Savings Amid Funding Uncertainty Enfield Council is considering £15.4 million in savings amid uncertainty over future funding, as revealed in a recent Cabinet meeting. The proposed savings are part of the...
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Enfield Council to Study New SEN School Sites and Allocate Funds for Feasibility Studies Enfield Council is set to explore potential locations for new schools catering to students with special educational needs (SEN), following a Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 10...
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Richmond Council Reviews SEN Continence Services Richmond Council is reviewing its Special Educational Needs (SEN) continence services. The review was a key topic at the Joint Health Overview & Scrutiny Committee (JHOSC)...
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Islington's 'Fill the Gap' Scheme Supports Families Islington Council is helping families bridge the gap between the end of Healthy Start payments and the start of free school meals with its local 'Fill the Gap' scheme.
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Smoking Attributed Hospital Admissions Highest in North London Islington faces a concerning health challenge as smoking-related hospital admissions reach the highest rate in North London, according to a report discussed at the Islington...
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Haringey Awards £3 Million in Contracts for Domestic Abuse Support Services Haringey Council has awarded contracts worth £3,029,958 for domestic abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) support services, ensuring the continuation of vital...
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Harrow to Boost Vaccination Efforts Amidst Low Uptake Harrow Council is set to bolster its vaccination programme in response to data indicating low uptake rates across various immunisations. While Harrow's performance aligns with...
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Barking and Dagenham Council to Consult on 4.99% Council Tax Increase to Address Budget Gap Barking and Dagenham Council is proposing a 4.99% council tax increase and will consult with residents on the decision.
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NW London Faces Challenges in SEN Continence Service Provision North West London faces significant challenges in providing equitable and consistent continence services for children and young people with special educational needs and...
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Enfield Council Backs Violence Against Women Strategy Enfield Council has formally backed the Enfield Safer Stronger Communities Board (SSCB) Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy 2026-30, signalling a commitment to creating a...
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Hackney Council to Streamline Young People's Health Services Hackney Council is set to streamline young people's health services, aiming for a more integrated and effective model. The move comes as the council reviews and redesigns...
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Croydon Council Notes Progress on Equality Strategy 2023-27 Croydon Council has highlighted the progress made in its Equality Strategy 2023-27, focusing on inclusivity and support for diverse communities.
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Brent Approves Direct Award for Substance Misuse Service Brent Council's cabinet has approved the direct award of the Integrated Treatment Recovery Wellbeing and Substance Misuse Service to VIA Community Ltd for three years, ensuring...
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Camden Council to offer Council Tax discounts to terminally ill residents experiencing financial hardship Camden Council is set to offer Council Tax discounts to terminally ill residents who are experiencing financial difficulty but are not already receiving 100% Council Tax...
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Barnet Council seeks £9.9m savings in 2026/27 budget amid financial challenges Barnet Council is seeking savings of £9.9 million for the 2026/27 budget, as revealed at the Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting on Thursday, 11 December 2025.
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Barnet Council considers 2.98% general council tax increase Barnet Council is considering a 2.98% increase in general council tax for the 2026/27 financial year. The proposal was discussed at a meeting of the Overview and Scrutiny...
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Barnet Appoints Councillor Alison Moore as Food Champion, Discusses Task Force Updates Barnet Council has appointed Councillor Alison Moore, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Health, as the new Councillor Food Champion.
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Sutton faces £12m schools funding deficit Sutton Council is grappling with a significant £12m deficit in its dedicated schools grant (DSG), which funds education-related services. The shortfall was revealed during a...