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Fundraising
fromwww.bbc.com
3 hours ago

Camden pregnancy payment to continue after trial

Camden Council extends a £500 pregnancy grant scheme for low-income families for another year, helping with baby expenses and building community support.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Teen with complex needs had no support - report

The 17-year-old boy, known only as Y, missed out on home-based support for his autism, dyslexia and social skills to which he was legally entitled - partly due to Camden Council's attempt to overturn a special educational needs and disabilities (Send) tribunal's decision. The ombudsman ruled the council caused injustice to both the teenager and his mother - known as Miss X - who experienced "significant distress" during her struggle to get her son support.
Education
Education
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London council pays family over 38,000 after autistic boy left with no educational support for two years

Camden Council failed to provide a legally required EOTAS and EHCP services, leaving a 17-year-old with autism and dyslexia without support for over two years.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Six-year window fix wait leaves family freezing

A mother and daughter have endured six years in a cold, damp Camden council property after repeated failures to replace broken windows, worsening health issues.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Council's repair delays blamed for ceiling collapse

Camden Council's repeated failures to fix an upstairs leak caused a collapsed ceiling, prolonged temporary accommodation, and criticism from the Housing Ombudsman.
London politics
fromTime Out London
4 months ago

Inside 'mind-blowingly good' plans for new cycle lanes in central London

Holborn Liveable Neighbourhood proposes pedestrianising central Holborn streets and adding protected cycle lanes, larger pavements, trees, and seating to improve air quality and walking/cycling.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Locals angry after pavement left 'like a ski jump'

A newly laid sloping pavement on West End Lane creates a dangerous trip hazard, prompting residents and Camden Council to pursue a widened, level footpath.
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Environment
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
8 months ago

Hopes for total barbecue ban at historic park dashed by council

Camden Council has not lifted the temporary barbecue ban in Waterlow Park due to air quality concerns and wildfire risks.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
8 months ago

Actor Robert Powell sent '570 photographs' to Camden Council over e-bike pile-up outside his door

Robert Powell has battled Camden Council for four years over e-bikes blocking access outside his home.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
8 months ago

North London estate set to be demolished and rebuilt over 20-year period

The local authority plans to knock down all of the buildings on the estate, currently home to 316 flats, to replace them with 326 new homes for social rent and an additional 530 new flats for sale on the private market.
Renovation
LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
8 months ago

Council challenged on trans colours road crossing

A woman plans a legal challenge to remove transgender-themed road crossings in Bloomsbury, claiming they infringe her rights as a Christian.
London politics
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
9 months ago

McDonald's given green light for longer opening hours despite crime concerns

McDonald's in Finchley Road received approval to extend its hours to 6am-2am after addressing community concerns effectively.
London politics
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
9 months ago

New plan for 'in-your-face' red 24-storey tower gets go-ahead

Camden Council approved plans for a tower in Swiss Cottage, increasing homes to 237 including 70 affordable, despite local opposition.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
9 months ago

The new park that was designed by the public

The reopening of a green space in Swiss Cottage incorporates public ideas aimed at improving biodiversity and community engagement, highlighting the importance of parks in urban areas.
London politics
London food
fromTime Out London
9 months ago

One of the West End's most famous streets is getting a cycle-friendly makeover

Shaftesbury Avenue is set to receive 550 metres of new dedicated bike routes for safer cycling.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
10 months ago

London borough green-lights longer opening hours for pubs and clubs

Camden Council's new licensing policy allows venues to extend hours, aiming to boost business while enhancing community safety and engagement.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
10 months ago

Camden High Street pedestrianisation trial starts tomorrow: All you need to know

The trial pedestrianisation of Camden High Street aims to improve public space and reduce pavement crowding, lasting 18 months with various events planned.
London politics
London politics
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
10 months ago

Plans for alterations to historic hotel outside Kings Cross station

Over 60 planning applications were submitted to Camden Council recently, including residential unit conversions and hotel modifications.
UK news
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
11 months ago

How your waste and recycling collections will change over Easter

Haringey Council announced changes to refuse collection over Easter, while other councils, like Camden, Barnet, and Enfield, maintained regular schedules.
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