The Cabinet of Enfield Council met on Wednesday 5 November 2025, approving the phased delivery of the Enfield Town Liveable Neighbourhoods project, a new resident engagement strategy for council housing, and the acquisition of 219 affordable homes at New Avenue Phase 3. The meeting also saw the approval of the Fairer Enfield Policy 2026-30 and the Q2 Revenue and Capital Monitoring Report for 2025/26.

Enfield Town Liveable Neighbourhoods Project

The Cabinet agreed to the ongoing vision for the Enfield Town Liveable Neighbourhoods project, which aims to create a more vibrant, greener, and healthier town centre. The project will be delivered in phases as funding becomes available, ensuring flexibility and financial sustainability. Authority has been delegated to the Cabinet Member for Environment and Placemaking to agree each phase before implementation, provided no capital borrowing is required. The Executive Director for Environment and Communities has been delegated authority to accept grant funding and enter into necessary agreements, as well as to commence consultations, with feedback to be reported to the Cabinet Member before decisions are made. This project aligns with the Council's commitment to promoting active travel and improving the town centre environment.

Fairer Enfield Policy 2026-30

The Cabinet recommended the draft Fairer Enfield Policy 2026-30 to Full Council for approval. This policy outlines the Council's commitment to promoting equality, celebrating diversity, and ensuring inclusion across the borough. It highlights six key objectives for tackling inequality, including making equality and inclusion central to the borough's development, working with health partners on prevention, taking action to reduce serious youth violence, enhancing workforce diversity, providing accessible services, and embedding equality and inclusion into everyday practice. The policy has been developed following extensive consultation with residents, staff, and partners.

2025/26 Quarter 2 Revenue and Capital Monitoring Report

The Cabinet received an update on the Council's finances halfway through the financial year 2025/26. The report indicated a forecast net overspend of £7.5 million, primarily driven by sustained demand in adult social care, children's services, and the provision of temporary accommodation. The Cabinet approved in-year savings totalling £5.1 million and related budget virements. A transfer of £1.8 million from the risk reserve to the General Fund Balance was also approved to maintain the General Fund Balance at 5% of the Net Revenue Budget. Additionally, £4.5 million is to be moved from the Insurance Reserve to the Risk Reserve, in line with actuarial advice.

Enfield Council Housing Resident Engagement Strategy 2026-2029

The Cabinet approved the Enfield Council Housing Resident Engagement Strategy 2026-2029 and the associated resident engagement action plan. This strategy builds on previous successes and aims to increase opportunities for residents to participate and be listened to, create a culture where services listen and act on feedback, localise engagement through Housing Plans for estates, and embed community involvement in regeneration projects. The strategy is designed to be more inclusive, transparent, and responsive, with a focus on building trust and strengthening engagement through various communication channels and support for residents.

Acquisition of Affordable Homes at New Avenue Phase 3

The Cabinet agreed to the Council acquiring 219 homes on the New Avenue Estate from Countryside Partnerships (CPUK) for social rent. This acquisition, funded by GLA funding and HRA capital investment, will help the Council meet its affordable housing targets and commitments to the GLA. The decision also approves entering into a purchase agreement and associated agreements, delegating authority to the Director of Law and Governance to finalise legal documents. This intervention is seen as crucial to unlocking the final phase of the regeneration project, which had stalled due to challenging economic conditions. The new homes will include 10% built to wheelchair accessible standards.

Treasury Management Mid-Year Update 2025/26

The Cabinet noted the Treasury Management Mid-Year Update for 2025/26. The report detailed the Council's borrowing and investment positions and provided estimates for the financial year. It highlighted that borrowing levels remain within approved limits and in line with national prudential standards, supporting capital investment in housing, infrastructure, and regeneration. Investment income is forecast to be in line with budget, and the Council invests surplus funds short-term with other local authorities in accordance with government guidance and risk management procedures. An additional contribution to the Energetik reserve is planned to maintain financial resilience for the Council's energy company.

The meeting also noted the date of the next Cabinet meeting, scheduled for 10 December 2025.