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Bexley Council is currently focusing on reducing health inequalities in North Bexley, particularly improving cancer screening rates.

Bexley Council is currently intensifying its efforts to reduce health inequalities in North Bexley, focusing on improving cancer screening rates and raising awareness within the borough's health and care systems. In March 2026, the North Bexley Local Care Network was allocated £177,153 from the Health Inequalities Fund for a two-year project.

Key to this initiative is the recruitment of three new Community Health & Wellbeing Coaches, who will work proactively in deprived communities such as Slade Green. These coaches will focus on building trust, encouraging behaviour change, and helping residents navigate health services. No further developments or upcoming discussions are currently scheduled.

Key facts

  1. In March 2026, Bexley Council intensified efforts to reduce health inequalities in North Bexley. Source
  2. The North Bexley Local Care Network received £177,153 for a two-year project. Source
  3. Three Community Health & Wellbeing Coaches were recruited for North Bexley. Source
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