Social care
Stories, page 9
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Kingston Schools Struggle with EP & OT Recruitment Crisis Hindering SEND Support Kingston schools are facing a significant recruitment crisis for educational psychologists (EPs) and occupational therapists (OTs), a challenge that is hindering the...
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Kingston sees 7% rise in SEND EHC plans, contrasting with Richmond's decrease The number of Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans in Kingston has risen by 7% in the last 12 months, reaching a total of 2,215 plans. This increase contrasts with...
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Greenwich Council faces £18.1m schools funding shortfall Greenwich Council faces a significant funding shortfall of £18.1 million for its schools, primarily driven by pressures within the High Needs Block.
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Youth Justice Plan aims to cut re-offending Croydon Council's Cabinet has approved a new Youth Justice Plan for 2026/27, aiming to reduce re-offending rates among young people aged 10 to 18. The plan, a statutory...
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Council approves £19.7m fund for crisis support Croydon Council has approved a £19.7 million fund to support residents facing financial hardship and to build long-term resilience.
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Madeline Levy Appointed Orthodox Jewish Representative to Hackney Council's Children and Young People's Scrutiny Commission Hackney Council has appointed Madeline Levy as an Orthodox Jewish Representative to the Children and Young People's Scrutiny Commission.
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Southwark Council Faces £102 Million Funding Gap Amidst Financial Scrutiny Southwark Council is grappling with a significant £102 million funding gap, a situation exacerbated by the Labour government's fair-funding review. This financial shortfall,...
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Southwark Council Unveils Ambitious Plan to Combat High Child Poverty Rates Southwark Council has unveiled an ambitious plan to combat the borough's high child poverty rates, aiming to make Southwark a more affordable and equitable place to live. The...
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Southwark Council Reverses Decision on Dementia Adviser Service Southwark Council has reversed its decision to cease funding for the Dementia Adviser service, a move that had been met with concern from residents and councillors.
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Southwark Council Strengthens Protections for Trans, Non-Binary, and Intersex Residents Southwark Council has reaffirmed its commitment to being a Borough of Sanctuary, with councillors voting to adopt a motion that strengthens protections for trans, non-binary,...
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Neighbourhood Watch Southwark Highlights Knife Crime and Violence Against Women and Girls Neighbourhood Watch Southwark has highlighted the ongoing issue of knife crime and violence against women and girls in the borough.
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Southwark Council Reaffirms Sanctuary Status, Pledges to Protect Vulnerable Residents from Immigration Enforcement Southwark Council has reaffirmed its commitment to being a Borough of Sanctuary, vowing to protect vulnerable residents amidst a challenging political climate.