The Cabinet of Hammersmith and Fulham Council is scheduled to convene on Monday 14 September 2026. The meeting's agenda includes a review of the council's revenue budget, an annual assessment of housing safety compliance, and a discussion regarding the appropriation of land for Avonmore Primary School.

Annual Review of Housing Safety Compliance 2025/2026

A report is scheduled for discussion concerning the annual review of housing safety compliance for the financial year 2025 to 2026. This review will cover the safety performance of housing managed by the council, with particular attention to compliance with the Regulator of Social Housing's consumer standards. The report is expected to detail the compliance performance across six core areas, including gas, fire, asbestos, water, lift, and electrical safety checks. It will also provide an update on work with the Building Safety Regulator regarding higher-risk buildings and the progress of remediation efforts in line with the Remediation Bill. The report is also anticipated to cover the implementation of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) and Person-Centred Fire Risk Assessments (PCFRA), noting that Hammersmith and Fulham has been cited as an example of good practice in government guidance.

Revenue Budget 2026/27 Review - Month 2

The Cabinet is set to review the revenue budget for 2026/27, with a report detailing the financial performance at Month 2 (May 2026). The report is expected to highlight the challenging macro-economic conditions and their impact on the council's finances. A forecast net overall General Fund (GF) overspend of £14.3m is anticipated, with pressures identified across adult social care, temporary accommodation, and children's services. The report will also outline the budget position for the Housing Revenue Account (HRA), which is forecast to have an in-year pressure of £2.191m, primarily due to disrepair claims and decanting costs. Mitigations and action plans to address these financial pressures are expected to be detailed.

Appropriation of Avonmore Primary School Land and Budget Adjustment

A significant item on the agenda involves the appropriation of land at Avonmore Primary School for planning purposes. This is intended to facilitate the delivery of a new one-form entry primary school and 91 new homes, 45 of which will be affordable. The report will seek approval for the appropriation of this land from education use to planning purposes, in accordance with the Local Government Act 1972 and the Housing and Planning Act 2016. This process is designed to enable the council to override third-party rights that could delay or prevent the development. The agenda also includes an approval for a budget adjustment to reflect the impact of construction cost inflation, with the increase to be met through Right to Buy funding and additional grant funding.

Minutes of the Previous Meeting

The minutes of the previous meeting are scheduled for confirmation.

Discussion of Exempt Elements (If Required)

The agenda notes that part of the meeting may be held in private to consider exempt elements of item 5, relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person. This would require a resolution to exclude the public and press.