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.

The decision was made at a Full Council meeting held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Levy will serve as a non-statutory co-optee on the commission, which is responsible for scrutinising the council's services related to children and young people.

The appointment aligns with the council's constitution, which allows for co-opted members to join overview and scrutiny commissions. Levy's role will involve contributing to the commission's work in holding the executive to account and making recommendations for service improvements.