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informed about council decisions and services

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Newham Council's transparency efforts are linked to high resident satisfaction and trust, according to a recent survey.

Newham Council residents reported high satisfaction and trust in a survey conducted in autumn/winter 2025 by M·E·L Research. The survey, published in March 2026, found that 64% of residents were satisfied with how the council operates, and 72% trusted Newham Council. These positive results were attributed in part to the council's transparency.

The topic of residents being informed about council decisions and services concerns how local government communicates its actions and offerings. The M·E·L Research survey involved 1,523 face-to-face interviews and was weighted to reflect Newham's demographics.

Key facts

  1. Newham residents' satisfaction with the council was 64% in a survey conducted in autumn/winter 2025. Source
  2. Trust in Newham Council was 72% among residents in a survey conducted in autumn/winter 2025. Source
  3. The survey findings were published in March 2026. Source
  4. The survey was conducted by M·E·L Research. Source
  5. The survey involved 1,523 interviews. Source
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