Our Newham Futures Innovation Lab launched by Mayor Rokhsana Fiaz OBE to drive Opportunity Newham with partners
Our Newham Futures Innovation Lab kick-started a series of mission workshops to develop a 10-year place vision for the borough to ensure inclusive opportunities in the decade ahead.
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Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) introduced as temperatures plummet
• The Greater London Authority has triggered a severe weather response for rough sleepers, as temperatures have hit zero degrees or below
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Newham Council investigation leads to £60,000 fine for overcrowding landlord
A successful investigation by Newham Council’s Environmental Health Officers has resulted in a £60,000 fine for a landlord who placed families in a dangerously overcrowded property.
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Newham celebrates National School Meals Week
• National School Meals Week runs between 11 and 15 November • This year’s theme focuses on Mindful Meals
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Worship open to all this Interfaith Week
For residents who are curious and interested in the many and diverse forms of worship that take place across Newham, this weekend’s series of inaugural ‘Open House’ events is for you.
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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
