Overview & Scrutiny Committee

Call in: - Approval of the council’s revised Homelessness Accommodation Placement Policy, Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 2nd September, 2024 6.00 p.m.

The committee voted to reject a call-in of the Mayor's decision in July to approve a revised Homelessness Accommodation Placement Policy[^1]. The meeting was dominated by a discussion of the controversial changes to the policy, particularly the removal of t...

Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 23rd July, 2024 6.30 p.m.

The committee discussed the council's performance on recycling, the Strategic Asset Management Plan, and the proposed Target Operating Model. The Strategic Asset Management Plan was adopted by the council, while the committee noted the recycling and Target ...

Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 9th July, 2024 6.30 p.m.

The Overview & Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the Council's budget outturn, its annual strategic delivery and performance report and progress against its Women's Safety Action Plan. The meeting also reviewed proposals for the next phase of the Counci...

Call in: Victoria Park Licence to Occupy, Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 18th June, 2024 6.00 p.m.

The Overview & Scrutiny Committee of Tower Hamlets Council met on Tuesday 18 June 2024 to discuss a "call-in" regarding the Victoria Park Licence to Occupy. After hearing representations from both the councillors who initiated the call-in and the Cabine...

Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 21st May, 2024 6.30 p.m.

The meeting focused on several key administrative and operational issues within the Tower Hamlets Council, including the appointment of committee members, the establishment of subcommittees, and a detailed discussion with Mayor Lutfur Rahman on the council'...

Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 22nd April, 2024 6.30 p.m.

The council meeting focused on several key community issues, including the progress of the LGA corporate peer review action plan, the insourcing of leisure provision, parking enforcement, and market challenges. The mayor's spotlight was postponed due to a b...

Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 25 March 2024 - 5.30 p.m.

The council meeting focused on strategic performance, budget monitoring, and the council's progress towards becoming carbon neutral by 2025. Discussions included updates on various council services, financial forecasts, and environmental initiatives.

Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 26th February, 2024 6.30 p.m.

The Overview & Scrutiny Committee met on Monday 26 February 2024 to review the delivery and achievements of the borough commander and discuss community safety. The meeting heard testimonies from local residents regarding their experiences of community s...

Reserve Budget Meeting, Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 5th February, 2024 6.30 p.m.

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss changes to Tower Hamlets' draft budget for 2024-25. The meeting focussed on a proposed increase in council tax of 2.99% and the mitigation measures being put in place to help residents through the cost of l...

Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 29th January, 2024 6.30 p.m.

The Overview & Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the cost of living crisis and the support measures in place for residents. Presentations were heard from council officers, East End Citizen Advice Bureau, First Love Foundation, Wapping Bangladesh Associa...