Progress and Updates

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• Community Spotlight featuring Roma Communities in Newham

  Roma people are one of Europe’s largest ethnic minority groups, with a shared history that traces back to northern India around 900 years ago. Today, there are an estimated 12 million Roma people worldwide, with at least six million living across Europe. Over the past 30–40 years, Roma communities from countries including Slovakia, Poland, Romania […]

  Published: 13 May 2026

• Introduction to the Community Spotlight section

  Newham is one of the most diverse boroughs in the country, home to communities with rich histories, cultures and strengths. Community Spotlight is a new section in our newsletter that shines a light on the people, groups and organisations that help make Newham such a vibrant and welcoming place to live.  Through this feature, we […]

  Published: 13 May 2026

• World Immunisations Week

  World Immunisation Week aims to promote the life-saving power of immunisation to protect people of all ages, including older adults, against vaccine-preventable diseases. This year’s World Immunisation Week theme, “For every generation, vaccines work”, aims to promote how vaccines have safely protected people, families, and communities for generations – and continue to safeguard our future. […]

  Published: 06 May 2026

• Get fitter and earn rewards, this National Walking Month

  Now’s the perfect time to get more active as we’ve officially entered National Walking Month. With the warmer weather, it’s a great time to get more steps in each day. There are huge benefits of walking longer distances, more often and more quickly. It can help build stamina, burn excess calories and help make your […]

  Published: 06 May 2026

• Health Navigator (HN) – Helping You Stay Well

  Clinical Coaching is a free NHS programme available in Newham, delivered with trusted partners Health Navigator and UCLPartners. Launched in July 2025, the programme supports residents who may need extra help managing their health and staying well at home. Using health data, the NHS identifies people who could benefit from additional support. Eligible residents may […]

  Published: 06 May 2026

• Newham Nursery achieves the Early Start Nutrition Award-Silver

  A huge congratulations to Little Amber Nursery in Beckton, who have proudly achieved the Early Start Nutrition Silver Award! Their application showcased the impressive steps they’ve taken to strengthen their nutrition provision for early years children. They continue to develop fantastic seasonal menus, which are healthy, balanced and nutritious. In achieving the Silver Award they […]

  Published: 28 Apr 2026

• Newham Strengthens Its Leadership in Building a Healthier, Fairer Food System: Highlights from the Latest Good Food Local Report

  Newham Council is proud to be featured in this year’s Good Food Local: London report, coordinated by Sustain. The report tracks borough progress and celebrates the fantastic food work happening across the city.This year’s findings showcase how Newham and other London councils are helping children eat healthier, addressing food insecurity, and strengthening London’s food systems […]

  Published: 27 Apr 2026

• Maternal Mental Health Listening Event

  Join Maternity & Neonatal Voices Partnership (MNVP) Listening Event for Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week and share your experiences of maternity and neonatal services. In honour of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week running 4-10 May, Maternity & Neonatal Voices Partnership (MNVP) is inviting residents from Newham, Waltham Forest and Tower Hamlets to join us  their Listening […]

  Published: 27 Apr 2026

• Let’s protect our community against Measles

  Bangladesh is battling its worst Measles outbreak in years. If you and your children have recently returned from a holiday to Bangladesh, or you have plans to go, we would encourage you to check their vaccination status and be aware of the signs and symptoms. Measles is a very serious illness. The best defence against […]

  Published: 24 Apr 2026

• Nutrition support to Newham families

  The Early Start Nutrition Team deliver FREE online nutrition support to Newham families, including webinars and online course. Book onto a webinar run by expert Registered Nutritionists for information, tips and advice, plus a chance to ask questions:   Weaning your Baby   This 45-minute webinar will support you on your weaning journey. We’ll cover […]

  Published: 04 Feb 2026