The Holborn District Management Committee meeting scheduled for 30 June 2026 was set to cover a range of topics, including the refresh of the District Management Committee (DMC) funding and bidding process, and an update on Camden's progress in implementing Awaab's Law. The committee was also scheduled to discuss the Holborn DMC budget, local issues, and various reports on tenant engagement, housing investment, and participation diversity.

Registration of Tenant and Resident Associations and Co-option of Representatives

The meeting was scheduled to review the list of Tenant and Resident Associations (TRAs) that had successfully completed the registration process, along with details of their representatives to be co-opted onto the committee. It was also to note TRAs whose registrations had lapsed.

Constitution and the Code of Conduct

The committee was due to consider and agree the Constitution and Code of Conduct for the 2026/27 municipal year. The Constitution outlines the purpose of the Holborn District Management Committee (HDMC) as an advisory forum for issues affecting residents of Camden's Council housing in Holborn, with the ability to make recommendations to the Cabinet Member for Better Homes and the Council's Cabinet. The Code of Conduct sets out expected behaviours for tenants and leaseholders involved in engagement activities.

Refreshed DMC Funding & Bidding Process

A report was scheduled to present refreshed information on the process for bidding for DMC funding. This included updated Terms of Reference and a plain-English guidance document designed to be a living guide to the application and management of bids. The refreshed process aims to encourage partnership working with Voluntary & Community Sector (VCS) organisations, though bids must still be submitted via a TRA or similar group.

Awaab's Law - Phase 1 & 2 Progress Report

The committee was to receive an update on Camden's delivery against Awaab's Law, which introduced a strengthened statutory framework for social landlords to investigate and remediate housing hazards. The report was expected to cover Phase 1 implementation, focusing on damp and mould, and Phase 2 readiness, which will broaden the scope to include other housing hazards. While Phase 1 was reported as largely compliant, challenges remained in emergency response times and significant hazard investigations, primarily due to resident access issues. Phase 2 was described as mobilised, with a clear delivery approach and identified risks.

Holborn DMC Budget

A report was scheduled to detail the Holborn DMC budget allocation for 2026/2027, including progress on approved bids and any new bids submitted for consideration. The total budget for minor and major revenue works for 2026/2027 was £147,650.00. Two new bids were listed for consideration: one from Flaxman Court TRA for £19,660.00 to install island beds for environmental improvements, and an officer-led bid for £887.00 to install a Gerda lock at Somerton House to improve security and reduce anti-social behaviour.

Local Issues

The committee was scheduled to consider local issues and receive an update on the Sub-Committee to Scrutinise Application of the Procurement Act 2023 in Camden.

Tenancy Visiting Programme

A report was to provide an update on the tenancy visiting programme, which aims to prevent tenancy fraud and demonstrate active support for residents to sustain their tenancies. The programme for 2025/26 had seen progress despite recruitment delays, with 1,136 visits completed. The 2026/27 programme was being uploaded to the case management system, with enhanced data capture functionality.

Tenant Engagement Report Quarter 1 2026/7

This report was to share insights and recommendations from the quarterly monitoring of tenant engagement activities. It highlighted the summer programme of Neighbourhood Action Days, with increased services and partner organisations. Feedback from previous events indicated a desire for more services and a need for more structured agendas and better pacing. The report also detailed applications to the Special Projects Grant and the District Management Committee Fund.

Annual Housing and Property Participation Diversity Report (2025-2026)

This report was intended to provide an overview of resident diversity in Housing and Property engagement, comparing data from a diversity monitoring survey and event registration forms against the 2021 Census. Key findings indicated strong representation from LGBTQ+ and disabled residents, but underrepresentation of younger residents and certain religious and ethnic groups. The report aimed to establish a baseline for future years and identify areas for focused action to build a more inclusive participation community.

Housing Investment Strategy Update

The committee was to receive updates on the delivery of the Council's Housing Asset Management Strategy (AMS) at the end of the 2025/26 financial year. The AMS, approved in January 2025, outlines the approach to investing in current social stock with a plan to invest £670m over five years. The report was expected to cover the Capital Investment Programme, progress on Decent Homes and Stock Condition, and updates on Quality Homes, Family Friendly, and Acquisition Programmes.

Engagement Update Report

This report was to provide a quarterly update on engagement activities in the Holborn District. Key focuses included supporting TRAs to hold Annual General Meetings, establishing new TRAs, and progress on the Your Home, Your Learning programme offering free courses for tenants and leaseholders. Challenges and successes were to be discussed, along with priorities for the next quarter, including supporting the development of the Cromer Street TRA and planning for future events.

Action Points Update

The committee was scheduled to note the progress of action points arising from the previous meeting held on 10 March 2026. These included updates on the CCTV Project, Caretaking Service, Housing & Property Rent Arrears, Holborn DMC Budget, and Local Issues.