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WorldEaling Council rejects call-in over £150m waste contract extension
Ealing Council's Labour Cabinet has upheld its decision to extend a five-year contract with its wholly-owned waste collection company, Greener Ealing, by another five years. The decision was challenged by the Liberal Democrats over concerns about transparency and value for money.
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World£1bn boost for social housing in England announced
The upcoming Budget will allocate over £1 billion for social and affordable housing across England. New funding and a borrowing facility are set to empower mayors and local leaders to invest in housing, transport, and high street regeneration.
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Local News · HarrowHarrow ranked 8th toughest London borough for children
Harrow has been identified as the eighth most challenging borough in London for children to grow up in, according to a recent report. The analysis considered factors such as health, education, and poverty.
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WorldHillingdon Council pays £500 after two‑year foster‑carer delay
The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found Hillingdon Council delayed a foster‑carer application for 24 months and rejected it on grounds it already knew. The council accepted the ruling, apologised and offered a £500 payment.
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Council & Politics · HarrowCroydon Council proposes cuts to tax support scheme
Croydon Council is considering significant cuts to its council tax support scheme, which could impact over 19,000 low-income and disabled residents. Proposed changes include reducing maximum discounts for non-working disabled claimants and single parents.
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WorldBarnet Council faces London's largest budget deficit
Barnet Council is projected to have the largest budget deficit of any London local authority by 2028, with a shortfall expected to reach nearly £113.5m. An external review made 18 recommendations, all of which the council has accepted.
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WorldIslington Council pays £2,850 for 19-month housing delay
Islington Council has paid £2,850 to a resident after a 19-month delay in processing his homelessness application. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found the council guilty of injustice, criticising prolonged waits for rehousing.
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Council & Politics · HarrowHarrow Council faces calls to bring enforcement in-house
Harrow Council faces renewed calls to bring its privatised enforcement service back under direct council control. The opposition leader will advocate for an in-house service after the external contractor's operations were recently suspended.
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Council & Politics · HarrowHarrow Labour Demands Contractor Suspension After Resident Incidents
Harrow Labour Group has urged the Conservative-led council to suspend a private enforcement contractor following allegations of intimidatory conduct towards residents. The group also seeks repayment of fixed penalty notices issued by the officers involved and proposes bringing the service in-house.
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WorldGreater Manchester Mayoral By-election Set to Be Largest Ever
A by-election for the Greater Manchester mayoralty will be the largest in UK history, with more than two million people able to vote. The contest was triggered after Andy Burnham resigned to become a Member of Parliament. The election is expected to cost millions.
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