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Cabinet - Monday, 27 July 2026 - 10.00 am
July 27, 2026 at 10:00 am Cabinet View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)Summary
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The Brent Cabinet met on Monday 27 July 2026 to discuss a range of financial, regeneration, and service delivery matters. Key decisions included noting the 2025-26 financial outturn and approving the Quarter 1 financial forecast for 2026-27, which highlighted significant pressures in housing needs and temporary accommodation. The Cabinet also approved proposals for the regeneration of the Bridge Park complex, including a revised leisure centre facility mix and phasing, and agreed to proceed with a trial of cross-pavement charging solutions for electric vehicles.
Financial Outturn and Forecast
The Cabinet noted the Financial Outturn Report for 2025-261, which detailed a £18.3 million General Fund overspend, primarily driven by pressures in adult social care and homelessness services. Despite these challenges, the Council reported a reduction in historic debt and improvements in council tax and business rates collection. The Quarter 1 Financial Forecast for 2026-272 indicated a projected £9.5 million General Fund overspend, concentrated in homelessness and temporary accommodation. Mitigation strategies are being implemented, but further savings may be required. The Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) is forecasting an £18.2 million deficit for 2026-27.
Bridge Park Complex Regeneration
A significant decision was made regarding the Bridge Park Complex Regeneration Proposals3. The Cabinet approved a revised facility mix for the new leisure centre, including a learner/teaching pool alongside the main pool, and agreed to a phased delivery approach with the leisure centre as Phase 1 and an Adult Education and Community Building as Phase 2. A capital budget of £53.50 million was approved for Phase 1, to be funded through a combination of land sale agreements, Strategic Community Infrastructure Levy (SCIL), and borrowing. The Cabinet also agreed to delegate authority for awarding pre-construction services and main works contracts.
West London Waste Plan Consultation
The Cabinet approved the publication of the proposed submission version of the West London Waste Plan Regulation 19 Consultation4 for public consultation. This plan, developed jointly with other West London boroughs, aims to ensure sufficient capacity for waste management and promote recycling. The Cabinet agreed that the plan, in its current form, is 'sound' and recommended it for submission to the Secretary of State for examination, subject to the conclusion of the consultation.
Electric Vehicle Charging Trial
A trial of Cross-Pavement Charging Solutions for Electric Vehicles on the Public Highway5 was approved. This initiative aims to assess the suitability of pavement channels for EV charging for residents without off-street parking. The trial will run for 12 months, with a budget of £183,100 allocated for initial site assessments and the Council's contribution to the charging channels, funded by Department for Transport grant.
Housing Damp and Mould Policy
Brent's new Housing Damp and Mould Policy6 was endorsed. This policy sets out a proactive, resident-focused, and zero-tolerance approach to tackling damp and mould in council homes, aligning with Awaab's Law. It establishes clear service standards and response times for inspections, repairs, and remediation.
Corporate Performance and Better Care Fund
The Cabinet considered the Corporate Performance Q4 2025/26 Performance Summary7, noting strong results in environmental services, libraries, and health initiatives, while acknowledging ongoing pressures in housing and adult social care. They also approved the proposal to enter a new S75 Shared Funding Agreement between West and North London Integrated Care Board and Brent Council8 for the Better Care Fund 2026-27, with a pooled budget of £57,025,104.
Fostering Recruitment and Retention
The Council agreed to enter into a new West London Fostering Recruitment and Retention Programme9 collaboration agreement. This aims to expand the regional model towards an end-to-end service for recruiting, assessing, and training foster carers, aligning with Department for Education reforms.
Infrastructure Funding Statement
The Brent Infrastructure Funding Statement 2024-2510 was noted and approved for publication. This statement details CIL and S106 income and expenditure, outlining how developer contributions are used to fund infrastructure projects across the borough, including significant allocations for schools, parks, and regeneration.
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Financial Outturn Report 2025-26 (https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/documents/g8703/Public%20reports%20pack%20Monday%2027-Jul-2026%2010.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10) ↩
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Quarter 1 Financial Forecast 2026-27 (https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/documents/g8703/Public%20reports%20pack%20Monday%2027-Jul-2026%2010.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10) ↩
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Bridge Park Complex Regeneration Proposals (https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/documents/g8703/Public%20reports%20pack%20Monday%2027-Jul-2026%2010.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10) ↩
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West London Waste Plan Regulation 19 Consultation (https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/documents/g8703/Public%20reports%20pack%20Monday%2027-Jul-2026%2010.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10) ↩
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Authority to Undertake a Trial of a Cross-Pavement Charging Solution for Electric Vehicles on the Public Highway (https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/documents/g8703/Public%20reports%20pack%20Monday%2027-Jul-2026%2010.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10) ↩
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Housing Damp and Mould Policy (https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/documents/g8703/Public%20reports%20pack%20Monday%2027-Jul-2026%2010.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10) ↩
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Corporate Performance Q4 2025/26 Performance Summary (https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/documents/g8703/Public%20reports%20pack%20Monday%2027-Jul-2026%2010.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10) ↩
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S75 Shared Funding Agreement between West and North London Integrated Care Board and Brent Council primarily related to the Better Care Fund (https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/documents/g8703/Public%20reports%20pack%20Monday%2027-Jul-2026%2010.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10) ↩
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West London Fostering Recruitment and Retention Programme (https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/documents/g8703/Public%20reports%20pack%20Monday%2027-Jul-2026%2010.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10) ↩
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Brent Infrastructure Funding Statement 2024-25 (https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/documents/g8703/Public%20reports%20pack%20Monday%2027-Jul-2026%2010.00%20Cabinet.pdf?T=10) ↩
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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Financial Outturn Report 2025-26
Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)The Cabinet of Brent Council decided to note the financial outturn for 2025-26 on 27/07/2026. The General Fund recorded an overspend of £18.3m, the Dedicated Schools Grant overspent by £6.6m, and the Housing Revenue Account reported a breakeven position. The capital programme delivered expenditure of £215.4m.
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Housing Damp and Mould Policy
Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)The Cabinet of Brent Council decided to endorse Brent's new Damp and Mould Policy on 27/07/2026. They also noted comments made on the status and next steps to deliver the policy commitments. The policy provides a framework for investigating, resolving, and preventing damp and mould in the council's housing stock.
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West London Fostering Recruitment and Retention Programme
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Brent Council approved entering into a new Collaboration Agreement for the West London Fostering Recruitment and Retention Programme on 27/07/2026. The Cabinet delegated authority to the Corporate Director Children, Young People and Community Development, in consultation with the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources, to finalise the terms of this agreement. This includes undertaking the whole fostering assessment process and providing initial training to foster carers.
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Bridge Park Complex Regeneration Proposals
Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)The Cabinet decided to approve recommendations regarding the Bridge Park Complex Regeneration Proposals on 27/07/2026. The Cabinet approved a revised facility mix and phasing for the leisure centre, a revised capital budget of £53.50m for Phase 1, and the use of up to £39m of SCIL funding. Authority was delegated to the Corporate Director, Neighbourhoods and Regeneration, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Planning and Regeneration, to award contracts for pre-construction services and main works, and to finalise land agreements and override easements subject to planning approval.
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Declarations of Interest
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Brent Council on Monday 27 July 2026 approved recommendations. No declarations of interest were made during the meeting.
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Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Brent Council resolved to approve the minutes of the previous meeting held on Tuesday 7 April 2026. This decision was made on 27/07/2026.
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Matters Arising (if any)
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Brent Council on Monday 27 July 2026 approved recommendations. No formal decision text was identified.
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Any other urgent business
Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)The Cabinet of Brent Council on Monday 27 July 2026 approved recommendations. There were no items of urgent business.
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Exclusion of Press and Public
Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)The Cabinet of Brent Council on Monday 27 July 2026 decided to approve recommendations. No items required the exclusion of the press or public.
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Petitions (if any)
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Brent Council on 27 July 2026 approved recommendations. No petitions were presented at the meeting.
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Corporate Performance Q4 2025/26 Performance Summary
Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)The Cabinet of Brent Council resolved to consider and endorse the 2025-26 performance set out in section 3 of the report on 27/07/2026. The report provided an end-of-year summary of performance across five Borough Plan priority areas.
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Authority to Undertake a Trial of a Cross-Pavement Charging Solution for Electric Vehicles on the Public Highway
Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)The Cabinet of Brent Council approved undertaking a limited trial of electric vehicle pavement channels on 27/07/2026. This decision allows the council to gauge the suitability of the technology and establish criteria for wider deployment. The approved budget for the project includes all relevant costs.
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Reference of item considered by Scrutiny Committees (if any)
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Brent Council on Monday 27 July 2026 noted that no items were referred from the Community and Wellbeing or Resources and Public Realm Scrutiny Committees. Recommendations were approved.
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Apologies for Absence
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Brent Council on 27 July 2026 approved the recommendations regarding apologies for absence. Apologies were received from Jehan Weerasinghe and Pameel Crowther-Newman, with their representatives attending.
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Quarter 1 Financial Forecast 2026-27
Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)The Cabinet of Brent Council resolved to note the financial position and actions being taken to mitigate issues, and to approve virements. The decision was made on 27/07/2026.
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Medium Term Financial Outlook
Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)The Cabinet of Brent Council decided to approve recommendations regarding the Medium Term Financial Outlook on 27/07/2026. The Cabinet resolved to note the report's contents and potential financial impact, agree the budget setting process for 2027-28, and approve proposed capital budget carry forwards and virements for 2026-27. They also noted the financial positions of the Housing Revenue Account and Schools and Dedicated Schools Grant.
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S75 Shared Funding Agreement between West and North London Integrated Care Board and Brent Council primarily related to the Better Care Fund
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet decided to approve entering a new Section 75 partnership arrangement with the West and North London Integrated Care Board for the delivery of the Better Care Fund plan for 2026-27. This decision was made on 27/07/2026. Authority was delegated to the Corporate Director Service Reform and Strategy to extend the agreement for up to four years and to make annual financial contributions to the Better Care Fund budget.
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West London Waste Plan Regulation 19 Consultation
Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)The Cabinet of Brent approved the publication of the proposed submission version of the West London Waste Plan for consultation. They also delegated authority to the Head of Planning and Development Services to make minor modifications to the plan and accompanying documents before public consultation. The Cabinet agreed that the plan is sound and recommended it to Full Council for authorisation of submission to the Secretary of State for examination.
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