Newham pledges faster housing improvement journey - following regulator’s report
Newham Council is apologising to tenants following the publication of a Judgement by the Regulator of Social Housing.
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Property outside Newham could be sold, so Council can concentrate on assets in the borough
• The Debden Centre Grade II listed building and campsite in Essex may be sold by Newham Council • Council to concentrate resources on assets in the borough and safeguard essential services • Fairplay House will continue to provide outdoor learning experiences for Newham’s children and young people
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Cabinet approves purchase to reduce costs of temporary accommodation
• Newham Cabinet approves plan to buy flats to reduce pressure on temporary accommodation budget • Purchase will unlock potential to redevelop site to increase to more than 120 properties
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Disused garage site to support affordable housing in Newham’s first Community Land Trust partnership
• Cabinet approves 250 year lease on disused garage site at cost of £10 • Community Land Trust to seek planning permission and community support for nine homes • Flats and maisonettes would remain affordable in perpetuity as part of scheme
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Response to Chancellor’s Autumn budget statement
In response to the Chancellor’s Autumn budget statement, the Mayor of Newham Rokhsana Fiaz OBE said:
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New Family Hub opens in Manor Park
• New Family Hub has opened in Manor Park, providing a 'one stop shop' for various family services as part of Newham Council’s Family Hub network. • The hub offers services such as maternity care, health visitors, youth services, and early education. • Councillor Sarah Ruiz praised the hub’s addition, highlighting it as a valuable resource for families and a key investment in Newham's children and young people.
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Unused IT assets sale likened to ‘cash in the attic’ to be considered by Newham Council
• Unused IT addresses could raise considerable sums for Council services, cabinet to be told • Sale of addresses – allocated at no cost to council – would have no effect on services • Newham determined to leave no stone unturned in finding income and savings to bridge budget gap not of its own making
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Newham Council delivers physical activity packs to Newham children
• Packs include a skipping rope, frisbee and plastic tennis rackets. • Funded by the Council’s leisure provider, GLL. • Plans support ambition to help all Newham residents get and stay active.
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Commonwealth Parliamentarians discuss Newham’s Domestic Abuse Strategy
• MPs and legislative drafters from the Commonwealth meet the Mayor of Newham to discuss approach to domestic abuse • Action forms part of efforts to address gender-based violence and strengthen existing laws to fulfil their purpose
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Newham celebrates success of jobs fair promoting employment, training and support for residents
• Over a thousand residents attended jobs fair held at Stratford Town Hall
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Newham Council awarded Borough of Sanctuary status
• Title recognises Council’s commitment to creating a culture of welcome for all seeking sanctuary. • Supports Newham’s history of welcoming people fleeing conflict and persecution.
