The Council meeting on 29 October 2025 addressed several key issues, including a significant investment package to tackle fly-tipping, a review of licensing for homes in multiple occupation (HMOs), and measures to address the disruption caused by delivery bikes on Eltham High Street. Decisions were made to approve a comprehensive programme against fly-tipping, to establish legal clarity on member and resident involvement in HMO licensing, and to implement a multi-faceted approach to managing delivery bikes.

Tackling Fly-Tipping Across Greenwich

The Council resolved to allocate a dedicated investment package to combat fly-tipping across the borough. This package includes increasing fines for fly-tipping to up to £1,000, expanding fly-tipping clearing capacity with more agile teams and a rapid-response unit, and doubling the size of the enforcement squad with new mobile CCTV units. A public reward scheme offering up to £100 for information leading to successful prosecutions will be introduced, alongside a name and shame video series and a borough-wide awareness campaign. Decorative planters and landscaping will be installed at identified hotspots, and the bulky waste collection service will be reviewed to ensure affordability, accessibility, and reliability. The amended motion also commits to publishing assessments on the impact of fortnightly general waste collections and analysing the potential effect of charging for garden waste, with a commitment to pause and review that decision if detrimental.

Licensing of Homes in Multiple Occupation

The Council resolved to establish legal clarity on the extent of member involvement, resident engagement, written submissions, and call-in procedures for HMO licence determinations within the framework of the Housing Act 2004. This aims to avoid legal challenges and ensure greater transparency. A public-facing campaign will be launched to increase awareness of the Mandatory, Additional, and Selective Licensing Schemes, empowering tenants and neighbours to use the licensing mechanism for redress. The Council will also invest in new technologies to expand the capacity and enforcement capability of its HMO Compliance Team, aiming to bring all landlords into the licensing schemes and increase enforcement actions against rogue landlords. Furthermore, the emerging Local Plan will include policies specific to HMOs to manage the loss of family housing and address areas with over-concentrations of HMOs.

Delivery Bikes on Eltham High Street

The Council resolved to continue identifying appropriate dedicated motorcycle parking spots and waiting zones at key locations, with a focus on areas close to restaurants and businesses driving demand. Enforcement will continue against delivery riders parked in prohibited bays or outside bay markings, including illegal pavement parking. The Council will also collaborate with residents, councillors, businesses, and delivery riders to identify suitable locations for bays and waiting zones across the borough. Furthermore, the Council will continue its collaboration with neighbouring councils and the police to share knowledge and best practices for managing issues arising from app-based delivery platforms.

Changes to the Executive Functions Scheme of Delegation

The Council noted the changes made to the executive functions scheme of delegation. Specifically, on 10 September 2025, the Leader of the Council re-allocated all decisions relating to the West and East Greenwich Neighbourhood Traffic Management Scheme to himself. This was done for expediency and efficiency in the absence of the Cabinet Member for Climate Action, Sustainability and Transport.

Motion - Getting Things Done - Greenwich Labour Taking Action to Tackle Anti-Social Behaviour and Make Our Streets Safer

The Council resolved to invest in a comprehensive programme of community safety measures. This includes significantly expanding the number of Community Safety Enforcement Officers, providing eight new mobile CCTV units, and funding two police constables and a police data analyst apprentice. A new education programme for boys and men will be launched to support the ending of violence against women and girls, and the Council will continue direct engagement with women and girls to identify hotspot locations and co-develop safety solutions. The amended motion also includes a commitment to a zero-tolerance approach to tenant anti-social behaviour, with the potential for eviction of disruptive tenants.

Motion - Licensing of Homes in Multiple Occupation

The Council resolved to establish legal clarity on member involvement, resident engagement, and call-in procedures for HMO licence determinations within the Housing Act 2004 framework. This aims to prevent legal challenges and ensure greater accountability. The Council will also hold a public-facing campaign to raise awareness of licensing schemes and invest in new technologies to enhance the capacity and enforcement capabilities of its HMO Compliance Team. The emerging Local Plan will include policies to manage the loss of family housing and address areas with over-concentrations of HMOs.

Motion - Getting Things Done - Greenwich Labour Investing to Tackle Fly-Tipping

The Council resolved to allocate a dedicated investment package to combat fly-tipping. This includes increasing fines to up to £1,000, expanding clearing capacity with more agile teams and a rapid-response unit, and doubling the enforcement squad with new mobile CCTV units. A public reward scheme offering up to £100 for information leading to successful prosecutions will be introduced, alongside a name and shame video series and a borough-wide awareness campaign. Decorative planters and landscaping will be installed at hotspots, and the bulky waste collection service will be reviewed for affordability and reliability. The amended motion also commits to publishing assessments on the impact of fortnightly general waste collections and analysing the potential effect of garden waste charges, with a commitment to pause and review if detrimental.

Motion - Delivery Bikes on Eltham High Street

The Council resolved to continue identifying appropriate dedicated motorcycle parking spots and waiting zones at key locations, particularly near restaurants. Enforcement will continue against delivery riders parked illegally, and the Council will collaborate with residents, businesses, and delivery riders to identify suitable locations for bays and waiting zones. The Council will also work with neighbouring councils and the police to share best practices for managing issues related to app-based delivery platforms.