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Relationship Between Black Boys and the Borough Scrutiny Commission - Tuesday 5th March 2024 7.00 p.m.

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The Relationship Between Black Boys and the Borough Scrutiny Commission was scheduled to consider the council's approach to tackling equality and inclusion for Black boys and young Black men in Newham. The meeting was also set to discuss community safety in the borough and address disparities faced by Black men and boys.

Tackling Equality and Inclusion for Black Boys and Young Black Men in Newham

The commission was scheduled to consider the council's approach to addressing equality and inclusion for Black boys and young Black men in Newham. A report on this matter was expected to be presented to the commission.

Community Safety in Newham

The meeting was also scheduled to consider approaches to community safety and address disparities faced by Black men and Black boys in Newham.

The following individuals were listed as members of the commission: Councillor Anthony McAlmont (Chair), Councillor Belgica Guana, Councillor Harvinder Singh Virdee, Councillor Lakmini Shah, Councillor Lester Hudson, Councillor Susan Masters, Councillor Terry Paul, Councillor Danny Keeling (Deputy Leader of the Green Group and Green Group Business Manager), and Mr Paul Leslie (Co-opted member). The meeting was scheduled to take place in the Council Chamber at Newham Town Hall, East Ham, E6 2RP.

Attendees

Profile image for Councillor Harvinder Singh Virdee
Councillor Harvinder Singh Virdee Labour & Co-Operative • Boleyn
Profile image for Councillor Anthony McAlmont
Councillor Anthony McAlmont Labour & Co-Operative • Royal Albert
Profile image for Councillor Susan Masters
Councillor Susan Masters Scrutiny Commission Chair • Labour & Co-Operative • East Ham South
Profile image for Councillor Lakmini Shah
Councillor Lakmini Shah Scrutiny Commission Chair • Labour & Co-Operative • East Ham South
Profile image for Councillor Lester Hudson
Councillor Lester Hudson Chair of Overview and Scrutiny • Labour & Co-Operative • Wall End
Profile image for Councillor Belgica Guaña
Councillor Belgica Guaña Independent • Canning Town South
Profile image for Councillor Danny Keeling
Councillor Danny Keeling Deputy Leader of the Green Group and Green Group Business Manager • Green • Stratford Olympic Park

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Meeting Documents

Agenda

Agenda frontsheet 05th-Mar-2024 19.00 Relationship Between Black Boys and the Borough Scrutiny Com.pdf

Reports Pack

Public reports pack 05th-Mar-2024 19.00 Relationship Between Black Boys and the Borough Scrutiny C.pdf

Additional Documents

Appendix 1.1 - Equalities Priorities - Scrutiny Commission - 21 September 2023.pdf
Relationship Between Black Boys and the Borough 05th-Mar-2024 19.00 Relationship Between Black Boy.pdf
Report - Tackling Equality and Inclusion Priorities for Black Boys and Young Black Men in Newham.pdf
Appendix 1.2 - HR Equality and Diversity Policy.pdf
Appendix 1.3 - Black Boys Scrutiny Commission - Mental Health Wellbeing Slides.pdf