The Planning Committee approved planning permission for Chapel End Early Years Centre on 07/07/2026. The decision was to grant permission subject to conditions and informatives.

The Cabinet approved the council's continued participation in the regional fostering recruitment programme and delegated authority to the Strategic Director, Children's Services, to progress the expansion of the service on 02/06/2026. This delegation allows for the development of an end-to-end regional fostering recruitment and assessment model.

The Cabinet approved the council's approach to applying for the GLA Social and Affordable Homes Programme and agreed to acquire a minimum of 77 properties for temporary accommodation and refugee resettlement on 14/04/2026. This includes approving prudential borrowing for the purchase and refurbishment costs.

The Council agreed to increase the basic amount of council tax by 2.99% and the Adult Social Care precept by 2%, resulting in a total increase of 4.99% for 2026/27 on 26/02/2026. This decision also approved the projected budget for 2026/27 and maintained premiums on empty and substantially furnished dwellings.