The Cabinet of Haringey Council met on Tuesday 14 July 2026 to discuss the provisional budget outturn for 2025/26, approve a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, and greenlight a new procurement strategy for void works. Key decisions included approving the budget outturn, authorising the procurement of a new ERP system, and approving a multi-service contract for void works.

2025/26 Provisional Budget Outturn

Cabinet noted the provisional revenue and capital outturn for the 2025/26 financial year. They approved capital carry forward requests, transfers to and from reserves, and budget virements. Additionally, they noted debt write-offs approved by officers in Quarter 4 of 2025/26 and the Finance Recovery Closure report. The decision was made to ensure a strong financial management framework was in place, essential for delivering the Council's priorities and statutory duties. The Corporate Director of Finance and Resources, as Section 151 Officer, had a duty to propose decisions in the best interests of the authority's finances, supporting the Corporate Delivery Plan outcomes and addressing financial sustainability.

Enterprise Resource Planning Programme - Phase 2

The Cabinet approved the Full Business Case for the replacement of the Council's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. This includes the procurement of an integrated ERP solution, its implementation, and potentially business integration and support services. They also approved the commencement of two linked procurement activities: the procurement of the ERP solution itself, and, if deemed necessary, the procurement of Business Integration services to support organisational change. Authority was delegated to the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources to decide whether to proceed with the procurement of Business Integration services. A waiver of Contract Standing Order 6.03 was approved, allowing the procurement to proceed with a Social Value weighting of 5%. The transformation element of the proposed budget was approved, to be funded through the Flexible Use of Capital Receipts programme, subject to Full Council approval. Cabinet noted that an increase in the revenue budget would be required when the new system becomes operational in July 2028, which will be considered during the 2028/29 budget-setting process. The decision was driven by the existing SAP ECC platform approaching the end of its mainstream support in December 2027, posing significant risks to security, payroll, compliance, and system resilience. The current system also limits operational efficiency due to manual workarounds and fragmented workflows.

All Void Works Procurement

Cabinet approved the procurement of a multi-service call-off contract to support the delivery of void refurbishment, compliance, and remediation works across the Council's housing portfolio. This contract will have an initial five-year term with options to extend for up to two additional one-year periods. Cabinet noted that further reports would be presented following the procurement process to seek approval for the award of contracts. This decision aims to address the Council's ongoing demand for void works, ensuring properties are returned to occupation more quickly. Properties that remain empty are unable to generate rental income and can incur additional costs. Delays in returning properties to occupation also increase pressure on homelessness and Temporary Accommodation services. The existing delivery model, a combination of in-house resources and multiple contractor arrangements, resulted in separate commissioning, performance management, and pricing structures. The new multi-service contract is intended to provide additional capacity, improve coordination, standardise delivery, strengthen commercial oversight, and reduce void turnaround times.

Report for Approval of the Contract for Phase 1(a) of the High Road West Scheme, Demolition of 2-32 Whitehall Street, and the Management Plan for the Love Lane Estate

Cabinet approved the appointment of a contractor to undertake the demolition of Whitehall Lodge and 2–32 Whitehall Street, and to deliver 61 new Council homes at High Road West Phase 1A. They also approved the appropriation of Council-owned land for planning purposes, agreeing that this appropriation would be temporary. The use of the Council's powers under Section 203 of the Housing and Planning Act 2016 was approved to override easements and other third-party rights that could impede development. Following practical completion, the Phase 1A site will be appropriated for housing purposes. Authority was delegated to the Director of Capital Projects and Property, in consultation with relevant officers and the Cabinet Member for Housing, to implement appropriations, rely on Section 203 powers, and authorise compensation payments. The Cabinet Member for Housing was delegated authority to approve extensions to construction and consultancy contracts. The total scheme cost for Phase 1A was approved, as was the issuance of a letter of intent for up to 10% of the contract value. Additionally, Cabinet approved the implementation of the Love Lane Estate Management Plan and its associated budget of £1.1 million. They also approved the commencement of procurement exercises for site security, decommissioning, and demolition works for the Ermine, Charles, and Moselle blocks once residents have been rehoused. Authority was delegated to the Cabinet Member for Housing to approve the award of these contracts where values exceeded £500,000. The decision enables the delivery of 61 affordable homes, supporting the rehousing of Love Lane Estate residents and allowing subsequent phases of the High Road West programme to proceed. The Love Lane Estate Management Plan aims to ensure the estate is safely and effectively managed prior to redevelopment, supporting housing management, health and safety, and community safety. The demolition of 2–32 Whitehall Street is intended to address anti-social behaviour issues and create opportunities for interim community uses.