Equity
Councils are currently discussing how to ensure equitable outcomes for residents, fair distribution of resources, and equitable pay frameworks.
Councils are currently addressing equitable outcomes and service provision. Redbridge's Children and Young People Committee discussed the Families First Pathfinder programme in September 2026, which has reduced statutory assessments. In July 2026, Tower Hamlets' Children's Services was navigating national reforms to maintain strong social care outcomes despite high child poverty rates, a scrutiny sub-committee heard. Also in July 2026, Islington and Haringey's Joint Health Overview and Scrutiny Committees discussed Integrated Care Board mergers and health plans.
Regarding resource distribution, Lewisham Council approved a £1.5 million package of grants for local organisations in February 2026, part of its Main Grants Programme for 2026 to 2029, to support community initiatives and services. Camden Council also decided in November 2025 to streamline its My Reward Scheme for staff, moving to a single 2% reward to ensure its pay and reward framework remains equitable, a report to the Audit and Corporate Governance Committee stated.
Key facts
- Tower Hamlets' Children's Services achieved positive inspection results, including an outstanding ILACS rating, as reported in July 2026. Source
- Lewisham Council approved a £1.5 million package of grants for local organisations on 11 February 2026. Source
- The Lewisham grants are part of a £1,575,746 per annum allocation for 2026 to 2029. Source
- Camden Council decided to remove the 1% payment option from its My Reward Scheme in November 2025. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 1 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.