Delegated decisions linked to this meeting

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• Opportunity to secure affordable Housing for the HRA

  Recommendations Approved

  ... delegate authority to the Strategic Director for Housing and Regeneration to facilitate the acquisition of properties for the Housing Revenue Account, following consultation with relevant officers and the Portfolio Holder for Housing.

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• Aids and Adaptations Permission to Procure the Provision of Specialist Repairs for Disabled Wet Rooms within Council Properties

  Recommendations Approved

  ...commence a competitive procurement process to appoint a single specialist contractor for the provision of specialist repairs to disabled wet rooms within council-owned properties.

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• Disposal of properties

  Recommendations Approved

  ...approved the disposal of the Probation Centre and 1 Garage Cottages, declaring them surplus to the Council's requirements and authorising the Strategic Director of Housing and Regeneration to proceed with the sale on the basis of best consideration reasonably obtainable.

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• Arboricultural Contract value increase & term extension

  Recommendations Approved

  ...approved an increase in the arboricultural contract value with Gristwood and Toms Limited from £6m to £9m and extended the contract term by two years.

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• The delivery of the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) 2.1.

  Recommendations Approved

  ...approve the variation of contract with Sustainable Building Services (UK) Ltd to undertake the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) 2.1 decarbonisation works to an additional 68 properties.

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• Proposed Local Areas of Special Character (LASC) (2026/27) - approval to consult on three areas recommended for designation

  Recommendations Approved

  ...consult on three proposed Local Areas of Special Character in Pinner, Stanmore, and Hatch End, with the final designation decision delegated to the Chief Planning Officer.

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• Revenue & Capital Budget Monitoring Report Q3 2025-26

  Recommendations Approved

  ...to note the forecast revenue and capital outturn positions for 2025-26 and to approve amendments to the Capital Programme.

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• Final Capital Programme 2026-27 to 2028-29

  Recommend Forward to Council

  ... agreed the Final Capital Programme for 2026-27 to 2028-29 and recommended it to the Council for approval.

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• Housing Revenue Account Budget 2026-27 and Medium-Term Financial Strategy 2026-27 to 2028-29, HRA Capital Programme 2026-27 to 2030-31 and 30-year HRA Business Plan

  Recommend Forward to Council

  ...approve the Housing Revenue Account budget for 2026-27, including rent and service charge increases, and a ten-year capital programme for new affordable homes and investment in existing stock, with recommendations to be forwarded to Full Council.

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• Biodiversity Net Gain implementation - becoming a Responsible Body

  Recommendations Approved

  ...apply to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs to become a Responsible Body for Biodiversity Net Gain, enabling the council to invest funds locally for habitat enhancement.

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• Review of the Social Housing Allocation Scheme

  Recommendations Approved

  ... approved the amended Social Housing Allocation Scheme, which includes changes to priority bands, an increase in direct offers, and a revised approach to refusals, to improve fairness and transparency in allocating social housing.

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• Commissioning Approach for Adult Social Care Supported Accommodation and access to the West London Alliance (WLA)Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)

  Recommendations Approved

  ...approved a new commissioning approach for adult social care supported accommodation, including access to the West London Alliance Dynamic Purchasing System and the establishment of block contracts for mental health, learning disabilities, and autism services.

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• Procurement of Statutory Advocacy Services

  Recommendations Approved

  ...commence the procurement of statutory advocacy services, delegating authority to the Strategic Director for Adults and Public Health to award the contract following consultation.

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• Procurement of new contract for Wide Area Network (WAN)

  Recommendations Approved

  ...approve the direct award of a five-year contract to Virgin Media Business for Wide Area Network (WAN) services, valued at up to £800,000, to ensure continuity and support digital transformation.

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• Treasury Management Strategy Statement including Annual Investment Strategy for 2026/27 and Capital Strategy for 2026/27

  Recommend Forward to Council

  ...approved the Treasury Management Strategy Statement, Annual Investment Strategy, and Capital Strategy for 2026/27, recommending them to the Council for approval.

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• Corporate Plan and Flagship Actions 2026/27

  Recommend Forward to Council

  ... approved the Corporate Plan and Flagship Actions for 2026-27, recommending them forward to the Council.

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• Final Revenue Budget 2026-27 and Medium-Term Financial Strategy to 2028-29

  Recommend Forward to Council

  ...approve the Final Revenue Budget for 2026-27 and the Medium-Term Financial Strategy to 2028-29, along with the Council Tax for 2026-27, and recommend these to Full Council for approval.

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• Inclusive Talent Pathway Grant

  Recommendations Approved

  ...approve the acceptance of a £2.1 million GLA grant for the Inclusive Talent Pathway Project, subject to award, and delegate authority to the Strategic Director and Portfolio Holder to formally accept it and finalise delivery arrangements.

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• Report of Harrow Community Partnership

  Recommendations Approved

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• Procurement of new contract for Wide Area Network (WAN)

  Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

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Attendees

Councillor Paul Osborn Leader of the Council • Conservative

Councillor Marilyn Ashton Deputy Leader of the Council and Portfolio Holder for Planning & Regeneration • Conservative

Councillor David Ashton Portfolio Holder for Finance & Highways • Conservative

Councillor Stephen Greek Portfolio Holder for Performance, Communications & Customer Experience • Conservative

Councillor Hitesh Karia Portfolio Holder for Children’s Services • Conservative

Councillor Jean Lammiman Portfolio Holder for Adult Services & Public Health • Conservative

Councillor Janet Mote Portfolio Holder for Community & Culture • Conservative

Councillor Mina Parmar Portfolio Holder for Housing • Conservative

Councillor Pritesh Patel Portfolio Holder for Cleaner Streets & Public Safety • Conservative

Councillor Norman Stevenson Portfolio Holder for Business, Employment & Property • Conservative

Councillor Thaya Idaikkadar Conservative

Councillor Christopher Baxter Conservative

Councillor Ameet Jogia MBE Conservative

Councillor Kanti Rabadia Conservative

Councillor Dean Gilligan Labour

Councillor Graham Henson Labour

Councillor David Perry Leader of the Labour Group • Labour

Councillor Sasi Suresh Labour

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