The Officer Key Decision of Newham Council approved the allocation of £1.111m to 134 projects for the 2025-27 People Powered Places programme on 29 April 2026. This decision was made by Maria G. Christofi, Interim Assistant Chief Executive – Change & Improvement & Corporate Director of Resources (Section 151 Officer). The approved actions include withdrawing the Plaistow Eco Hub project and continuing support for the Walton Road Community Garden project for a three-month feasibility period.