workforce development
Councils are currently focusing on developing staff skills in health and social care and building internal capacity across services.
Newham Council is implementing a neighbourhood health approach to tackle health inequalities, discussed in June 2026, which involves partners from the NHS and VCFSE sector to bring care closer to residents. This initiative aims to improve the skills and capabilities of healthcare staff. Separately, Enfield Council's Cabinet approved its Housing Service Plan for 2026/2027 in March 2026, which includes a focus on capacity building within its housing services.
Other councils are also addressing workforce matters. In July 2026, Westminster's Adults and Health Policy and Scrutiny Committee received an update on the homecare mobilisation programme. Tower Hamlets' Human Resources Committee was scheduled to discuss senior recruitment in May 2026. Greenwich's Organisation and Communities Scrutiny Panel reviewed Human Resources performance reports in January 2026.
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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 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.