This edition of the Newham Mag focuses on Newham Council’s budget for 2016/17 and our New Deal that means we can continue to fund the services we know matter most and have the greatest impact on residents.
We have conducted extensive research and sought your opinions and priorities. We’ve listened to what you have said and acted accordingly.
You told us that we should keep Council Tax low. We’ve done that so read how we collect and spend money (p8). You were also clear that we have a duty to protect our most vulnerable so see how we are supporting lives (p12). You also want to feel safe and live in a borough where the streets are clean. See our environment plans (p14) and meet one of our council funded police officers (p24).
You told us we should be doing more to sort our roads. Read about our £100 million investment to keep Newham moving (p16). You also say quality housing is a priority. See how Red Door Ventures is helping (p19).
Sir Robin Wales – Mayor of Newham