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Newham Council considers a 9.99% council tax increase and adopts a new public health-focused sex work strategy after consulting with residents and sex workers. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/48712
January 3, 2026 at 6:02 AM
Newham Council considers a 9.99% council tax increase and adopts a new public health-focused sex work strategy after consulting with residents and sex workers. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/48712
Greenwich council committee approves exploring the disposal of Greenwich Equestrian Centre and 28 Mereworth Drive despite community concerns about lack of consultation and impact on local stakeholders. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/48714
January 2, 2026 at 6:02 AM
Greenwich council committee approves exploring the disposal of Greenwich Equestrian Centre and 28 Mereworth Drive despite community concerns about lack of consultation and impact on local stakeholders. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/48714
Newham grants a license to Dessertz with conditions, but reduces weekday hours to protect residents from noise, demonstrating partnership working. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/48710
January 1, 2026 at 6:02 AM
Newham grants a license to Dessertz with conditions, but reduces weekday hours to protect residents from noise, demonstrating partnership working. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/48710
Islington hears Bromley by Bow Centre's innovative approach to community development, integrating health & wellbeing with community support. Committee also reviews housing performance & addresses rising homelessness. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/48697
December 31, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Islington hears Bromley by Bow Centre's innovative approach to community development, integrating health & wellbeing with community support. Committee also reviews housing performance & addresses rising homelessness. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/48697
Newham council to accept £882k grant to help economically inactive residents via AI-powered job matching, business start-up support & childcare funding. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/90693
December 24, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Newham council to accept £882k grant to help economically inactive residents via AI-powered job matching, business start-up support & childcare funding. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/90693
Southwark Licensing Sub-Committee reviews Canterbury Arms licence after a fatal incident, hindered by alleged CCTV tampering. Also considers Kent Restaurant & Lounge application amid police & resident concerns. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/90629
December 20, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Southwark Licensing Sub-Committee reviews Canterbury Arms licence after a fatal incident, hindered by alleged CCTV tampering. Also considers Kent Restaurant & Lounge application amid police & resident concerns. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/90629
Barking and Dagenham to consult on a Human Rights violation overlay for its pension fund equity allocations, potentially divesting from companies in conflict zones. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/89934
December 19, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Barking and Dagenham to consult on a Human Rights violation overlay for its pension fund equity allocations, potentially divesting from companies in conflict zones. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/89934
Warwickshire County Council to consider a motion to reverse the Leader's request to change statutory walking distances for free school transport, amid concerns about access to education. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/89949
December 18, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Warwickshire County Council to consider a motion to reverse the Leader's request to change statutory walking distances for free school transport, amid concerns about access to education. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/89949
Croydon Council to discuss implementation of Awaab's Law, aiming to ensure every resident has a safe, dry, and healthy home, with inspections within 10 days of damp/mould reports. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/90300
December 17, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Croydon Council to discuss implementation of Awaab's Law, aiming to ensure every resident has a safe, dry, and healthy home, with inspections within 10 days of damp/mould reports. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/90300
Cardiff considers converting a former Ibis Budget hotel into a hostel for homeless people, facing objections from residents and businesses. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88938
December 13, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Cardiff considers converting a former Ibis Budget hotel into a hostel for homeless people, facing objections from residents and businesses. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88938
Haringey approves a new Council Tax Hardship Fund Policy to aid residents facing financial difficulties, allocating £66,000 to reduce council tax for eligible households. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/90311
December 12, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Haringey approves a new Council Tax Hardship Fund Policy to aid residents facing financial difficulties, allocating £66,000 to reduce council tax for eligible households. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/90311
Surrey County Council to scrutinise the Sara Sharif safeguarding review in public, appoint an independent expert, and seek urgent national action. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88871
December 11, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Surrey County Council to scrutinise the Sara Sharif safeguarding review in public, appoint an independent expert, and seek urgent national action. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88871
Lincolnshire approves construction of the North Hykeham Relief Road, a key part of the Lincoln Integrated Transport Strategy, scheduled for completion in May 2029. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/89034
December 10, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Lincolnshire approves construction of the North Hykeham Relief Road, a key part of the Lincoln Integrated Transport Strategy, scheduled for completion in May 2029. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/89034
Barnet refuses planning permission for the Great North Leisure Park redevelopment (1485 dwellings, 25 storeys) against officer advice, citing overdevelopment and poor transport links. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88143
December 6, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Barnet refuses planning permission for the Great North Leisure Park redevelopment (1485 dwellings, 25 storeys) against officer advice, citing overdevelopment and poor transport links. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88143
Tower Hamlets Audit Committee to review Ernst & Young's report identifying significant weaknesses in financial reporting, risk management, procurement, and internal audit. Draft statutory recommendation included. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88091
December 5, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Tower Hamlets Audit Committee to review Ernst & Young's report identifying significant weaknesses in financial reporting, risk management, procurement, and internal audit. Draft statutory recommendation included. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88091
Southwark Cabinet to decide on demolition of Marie Curie House on the Sceaux Gardens Estate following structural and fire safety assessments. Decision not taken lightly. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88209
December 4, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Southwark Cabinet to decide on demolition of Marie Curie House on the Sceaux Gardens Estate following structural and fire safety assessments. Decision not taken lightly. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88209
Lincolnshire considers objections to proposed traffic regulation orders in Gainsborough, North Hykeham, and Skegness, impacting parking and school safety. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88137
December 3, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Lincolnshire considers objections to proposed traffic regulation orders in Gainsborough, North Hykeham, and Skegness, impacting parking and school safety. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/88137
Kensington and Chelsea Licensing Sub-Committee to review Star Kebab House's application to extend late-night refreshment hours amid strong opposition from residents citing noise and antisocial behaviour. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/87207
November 29, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Kensington and Chelsea Licensing Sub-Committee to review Star Kebab House's application to extend late-night refreshment hours amid strong opposition from residents citing noise and antisocial behaviour. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/87207
Sutton The South London Waste Partnership considers a £707k management budget for 2026/27, including new legal costs & inflation, aiming for a carbon-neutral waste system. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/87185
November 28, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Sutton The South London Waste Partnership considers a £707k management budget for 2026/27, including new legal costs & inflation, aiming for a carbon-neutral waste system. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/87185
Lewisham Planning Committee approved controversial plans for a development at Catford Police Station despite local objections. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/87187
November 27, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Lewisham Planning Committee approved controversial plans for a development at Catford Police Station despite local objections. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/87187
Hackney approves revised fees for markets & street trading to eliminate a £193k subsidy & cover rising costs, sparking debate about impact on small businesses http://opencouncil.network/meetings/87190
November 26, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Hackney approves revised fees for markets & street trading to eliminate a £193k subsidy & cover rising costs, sparking debate about impact on small businesses http://opencouncil.network/meetings/87190
Lancashire County Council considers a proposal for two unitary authorities as part of local government reorganisation, aiming for more efficient and accountable councils. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/86306
November 22, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Lancashire County Council considers a proposal for two unitary authorities as part of local government reorganisation, aiming for more efficient and accountable councils. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/86306
Wandsworth refuses a 5-storey mixed-use building on Upper Tooting Road due to excessive height, poor design, and detrimental impact on heritage assets and neighbours. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/86515
November 21, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Wandsworth refuses a 5-storey mixed-use building on Upper Tooting Road due to excessive height, poor design, and detrimental impact on heritage assets and neighbours. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/86515
Lancashire Health and Wellbeing Board to develop local neighbourhood health plans, building on pilots in Morecambe Bay and Central Lancashire. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/86304
November 20, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Lancashire Health and Wellbeing Board to develop local neighbourhood health plans, building on pilots in Morecambe Bay and Central Lancashire. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/86304
Brent Council to consult on draft budget 2026-27, including a 4.99% council tax increase and savings proposals, plus a new health hub in Willesden Green. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/86387
November 19, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Brent Council to consult on draft budget 2026-27, including a 4.99% council tax increase and savings proposals, plus a new health hub in Willesden Green. http://opencouncil.network/meetings/86387