Social care
Stories, page 55
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Ombudsman Slams Lewisham's Homelessness Support, Orders Payouts After Failures in Ms. X's Case Lewisham Council has been ordered to pay compensation to a resident after the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO) found fault in its handling of her homelessness...
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Barking & Dagenham Discusses Adult Safeguarding Efforts Barking and Dagenham is dedicated to protecting vulnerable adults from abuse and neglect, according to the Local Safeguarding Adults' Board (LSAB) Annual Report 2024/25, which...
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Brent Council to Consult on 4.99% Council Tax Increase to Protect Frontline Services Brent Council is proposing a 4.99% increase in council tax for the 2026-27 financial year, a move intended to protect vital frontline services. The decision, which includes a 2%...
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Brent Council Adopts Socio-Economic Duty to Address Inequality Brent Council is set to formally adopt the Socio-Economic Duty (SED) to ensure its policies and programmes address the needs of residents experiencing socio-economic...
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Westminster Plans £150k Spend to Tackle North Paddington Violence Westminster Council is set to invest £150,000 in a series of initiatives designed to combat violence in North Paddington, following recommendations from the North Paddington...
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Richmond Invests £2.9M in Care Technology Richmond upon Thames is set to enhance its adult social care services with a £2.9 million investment in care technology. The Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee...
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Homelessness Crisis Drives £2.2M Overspend in Richmond Richmond upon Thames is grappling with a significant homelessness crisis, leading to a projected £2.2 million overspend in the council's budget. The Adult Social Services,...
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Richmond Council Approves New Domestic Abuse Policy Richmond Council has approved a new Domestic Abuse Policy for its housing services, aiming to provide a safer and more compassionate response for residents experiencing abuse.
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Redbridge to Improve Housing Complaints Process Redbridge Council is set to improve its housing complaints process following a review by the Homes and Neighbourhoods Policy Development Committee, aiming to address...
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Redbridge Council Considers Travel Subsidy and Other Measures to Support Homeless Residents and Improve Housing Services Redbridge Council is considering offering a travel subsidy to homeless residents, alongside access to local facilities and services, as part of a broader effort to improve...
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Redbridge Council to Use AI for Empathetic Housing Letters Redbridge Council is set to implement AI technology to generate clearer and more empathetic letters regarding housing matters.
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Lambeth Council to Revamp Councillor Training Program for 2026 Elections Lambeth Council is set to revamp its councillor training programme in preparation for the 2026 local elections. The Standards Committee met on Monday, 17 November 2025, to...
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Barnet Council Rejects Retrospective Planning Application for Commercial Use of Swimming Pool on Allendale Avenue Due to Noise Complaints Barnet Council has rejected a retrospective planning application for the commercial use of a swimming pool at 30 Allendale Avenue, following concerns from neighbours about noise...
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Richmond Council Faces £5M Education Overspend Richmond Council is facing financial strain in its education budget, with forecasts indicating a £5 million overspend in the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG), leading to a...
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Richmond Council to Review Housing Allocation Scheme to Prioritize Care Leavers Richmond upon Thames Council is set to review its housing allocation scheme to prioritise care leavers. The decision was made at the Education and Children's Services Committee...
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Redbridge Extends Emergency Duty Team Service with 3 Boroughs Redbridge Council has agreed to extend its Emergency Duty Team (EDT) service, providing a standardised service across four London boroughs. The decision, made at a cabinet...
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Hillingdon Schools Face £12.5M Deficit Due to SEND Costs Hillingdon schools are facing a significant financial challenge as the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) forecasts a £12.5 million deficit. This shortfall is primarily driven by the...
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Hillingdon Seeks Foster Carers Amid National Shortage Hillingdon is actively seeking to recruit more foster carers to address a national shortage, ensuring that vulnerable children have access to stable and loving homes. Interest...
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Haringey Council to Review Adult Social Care Communication Strategies Amidst Financial Challenges Haringey Council is set to review its communication strategies with residents regarding adult social care, following concerns raised at a Scrutiny Café consultation event in...
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Kingston to Appoint Additional Independent Persons and Extend Existing Term Kingston upon Thames is set to bolster its ethical standards regime with the appointment of two additional Independent Persons and the extension of an existing term. The Audit,...