1st Quarter Revenue and Capital Monitoring Report 2026/27
Havering Council is currently addressing an estimated £45 million overspend in its Dedicated Schools Grant, as reported in September 2026.
Havering Council is currently addressing an estimated £45 million overspend in its Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG), as highlighted in the 1st Quarter Revenue and Capital Monitoring Report 2026/27 presented to Cabinet in September 2026. This significant deficit is primarily concentrated within the High Needs Block, which funds support for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
A report to the Council's Cabinet on 16 September 2026 noted that escalating costs are driven by increasing demand for specialist educational support. It also stated that the current central government funding formula does not adequately cover these rising expenses for Havering and other local authorities.
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