The Cabinet of Haringey Council met on Tuesday 9th December 2025, approving a new Anti-Social Behaviour Policy and adopting Haringey's Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Action Plan (CCARA). The Cabinet also received a finance update for Quarter 2 of the 2025/26 financial year, noting a forecast total revenue outturn variance for the General Fund of £23.4m.

Adoption of New Policies and Finance Update

Anti-Social Behaviour Policy

The Cabinet adopted a new Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Policy, which will come into effect from 23 December 2025. This policy outlines the Council's approach to tackling ASB in public spaces and within the homes and neighbourhoods managed by the Council as a social landlord. It aims to foster safe and harmonious communities and reflects the Council's commitment to meeting the Social Housing Regulator's consumer standards. Authority was delegated to the Director of Environment, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Communities, to make future modifications to the policy as required by legal or regulatory changes.

Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Action Plan (CCARA)

The Cabinet approved the draft 'Haringey Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Action Plan' (CCARA Plan) to come into effect from January 2026. This plan details the Council's strategic response to the increasing impacts of climate change, focusing on adaptation and resilience. It consolidates many existing actions and introduces new ones developed through engagement with residents, activists, and system partners. The plan is structured around four objectives: building intelligence and adaptive capacity within the council, protecting vulnerable residents and staff, supporting external partners, and managing overheating and flood risks to local assets and infrastructure. The Cabinet noted the progress made in tackling the climate emergency and the ongoing need for cross-sector collaboration to ensure accountability and commitment to delivering the plan's actions. The significant cost of addressing climate change adaptation and resilience, alongside the greater cost of inaction, was also noted, as was the current shortfall in available funding.

2025/26 Finance Update Quarter 2

The Cabinet noted the forecast total revenue outturn variance for the General Fund of £23.4m, comprising £14.72m in base budget pressures and £8.7m from the non-delivery of savings. The net Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) forecast showed a £3.1m overspend, while the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) reported a net underspend of £514,000. The Cabinet also noted the forecast General Fund and HRA Capital expenditure of £441.4m, which represents 85% of the total revised budget for Quarter 2. Recommendations were approved for revenue budget virements and the receipt of grants, as well as proposed budget adjustments and virements to the capital programme. The Cabinet also noted the debt write-offs approved in Quarter 2 and the Finance Response and Recovery Plans. A decision was noted regarding the Council's non-participation in the 8 Authority Pool during the 2026/27 financial year.

Housing and Asset Management

Housing Asset Management Multi-Disciplinary Consultants Contracts

The Cabinet approved the provisional award of Multi-Disciplinary Consultants (MDC) Contracts across four geographical lots to four separate successful bidders. These contracts, awarded in accordance with CSO2.01(C), will support the delivery of major works to the Council's housing stock, including decent homes-related works, building safety, block refurbishment, and decarbonisation. The contracts will be for a period of 12 years with a 5-year break clause. Authority was delegated to the Director of Housing, in consultation with the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources, to issue task orders under the contract in line with the annual Cabinet-approved Housing Revenue Account Housing Capital Programme.

Stamford Hill Primary School Site Added to Housing Delivery Programme

The Cabinet approved the addition of the former Stamford Hill Primary School site to the Council's Housing Delivery Programme. This site is intended for the development of new council homes, contributing to the Council's target of delivering 3,000 new homes by 2031. Approval was also noted for pre-contract budgets to be within the delegated authority of the Delivery Director.

Tower Gardens Major Works Programme

The Cabinet approved the award of a contract to Tenderer A for the Tower Gardens Major Works Programme, with a total value of £3,399,871.00. This contract will enable essential refurbishment works to 77 tenanted properties within the Tower Gardens Conservation Area, addressing structural issues, replacing roof coverings and rainwater goods, undertaking fabric repairs, and replacing windows and front entrance doors. The expenditure was also approved as set out in the exempt report. Furthermore, a letter of intent for £339,987.00 was approved to allow the contractor to commence the project before the formal contract is agreed.

Disrepair New Contract Procurement

The Cabinet approved the commencement of a procurement exercise to secure two contracts for repair works related to legal disrepair claims. These contracts will be for an initial period of 3 years, with the possibility of two further one-year extensions, totalling a maximum term of 5 years. The decision was made to ensure continuity of essential repairs, reduce legal expenditure, and prevent residents from living in properties in a state of disrepair, thereby safeguarding their health and wellbeing.

Community and Resident Services

Adopting a New Anti-Social Behaviour Policy

The Cabinet adopted a new Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Policy, which will come into effect from 23 December 2025. This policy outlines the Council's approach to tackling ASB in public spaces and within its managed housing stock. It aims to foster safe and harmonious communities and meet the Social Housing Regulator's Neighbourhood and Community Standard. Authority was delegated to the Director of Environment, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Communities, to make future modifications to the policy.

Adopting a New Good Neighbourhood Management Policy

The Cabinet adopted a new Good Neighbourhood Management Policy, effective from 23 December 2025. This policy details the Council's approach to tenancy management for Council tenants and their households, aiming to promote fair, reasonable, accessible, and transparent policies. Authority was delegated to the Director of Housing, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing and Planning, to make future modifications to the policy.

Finance and Corporate Services

2025/26 Finance Update Quarter 2

The Cabinet noted the forecast total revenue outturn variance for the General Fund of £23.4m, comprising £14.72m in base budget pressures and £8.7m from the non-delivery of savings. The net DSG forecast showed a £3.1m overspend, while the net HRA forecast was an underspend of £514,000. The Cabinet also noted the forecast General Fund and HRA Capital expenditure of £441.4m, which equated to 85% of the total revised budget position for Quarter 2. The Cabinet approved revenue budget virements and the receipt of grants, as well as proposed budget adjustments and virements to the capital programme. Debt write-offs approved in Quarter 2 were also noted, along with the Finance Response and Recovery Plans. Finally, the decision not to participate in the 8 Authority Pool during the 2026/27 financial year was noted.

Fees and Charges - 2026/27

The Cabinet agreed the proposed non-statutory fees and charges to be levied by the Council with effect from 1 April 2026, unless otherwise stated. They also noted the statutory fees and charges and that the Council's draft 2026/27 Budget and Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) 2026/27–2030/31 assumed these changes were agreed. Authority was delegated to the Director of Corporate Resources, in consultation with the Member for Finance and Corporate Services, to make any subsequent in-year changes or additions to the fees and charges. Authority was also delegated to the Head of Highways and Parking to carry out statutory consultations, make necessary traffic management orders, and decide on proceeding with, modifying, or referring proposed orders to Cabinet.

Housing Revenue Account 2026/27

The Cabinet noted the HRA's current financial position, which forms the foundation for the full draft budget for 2026/27 and the 2026/27–2030/31 Business Plan. It was noted that the final HRA 2026/27 Budget and 2026/27–2030/31 Business Plan would be presented to Cabinet on 10 February 2026 for recommendation to the Full Council meeting on 2 March 2026.

Climate Action

Haringey's Climate Change Adaptation & Resilience Action (CCARA) Plan

The Cabinet approved the draft 'Haringey Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience Action Plan' (CCARA Plan) to come into effect from January 2026. This plan outlines the Council's strategic response to the ongoing and worsening effects of climate change, complementing existing mitigation and net zero commitments by focusing on adaptation and resilience. The Cabinet noted the progress made in tackling the climate emergency, the Council's collaborative work consolidated by the plan, and the need for further cross-sector collaboration. The current funding streams and the significant cost of addressing climate change adaptation and resilience, alongside the even greater cost of inaction, were also noted.

Housing and Planning

Housing Related Support Domestic Abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Pathway

The Cabinet approved the award of contracts for Domestic Abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) support services to successful tenderers for a period of six years, commencing 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2032. The total maximum value of the contracts over their full duration is £3,029,958 across three separate contracts. Authority was delegated to the Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health to consider and approve inflationary increases to the contract for Years 4 to 6, capped at the annual rate of increase in the London Living Wage. The Cabinet noted that contract pricing remains fixed for the initial three years and that the provision of Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) coordination has been brought in-house. It was also noted that no bids were received for the LGBTQ+ Independent Domestic Violence and Advocacy (IDVA) Service, and tenders for Generalist Refuge Accommodation and Domestic and Gender-Based Abuse Prevention and Support for Children and Young People did not meet evaluation criteria.

Stamford Hill Primary School Added to the New Homes Programme

The Cabinet approved the addition of the former Stamford Hill Primary School site to the Council's Housing Delivery Programme. This site is intended for the development of new council homes, contributing to the Council's target of delivering 3,000 new homes by 2031. Approval was also noted for pre-contract budgets to be within the delegated authority of the Delivery Director.

Tower Gardens - Major Works

The Cabinet approved the award of a contract to Tenderer A for the Tower Gardens Major Works Programme, with a total value of £3,399,871.00. This contract will enable essential refurbishment works to 77 tenanted properties within the Tower Gardens Conservation Area, addressing structural issues, replacing roof coverings and rainwater goods, undertaking fabric repairs, and replacing windows and front entrance doors. The expenditure was also approved as set out in the exempt report. Furthermore, a letter of intent for £339,987.00 was approved to allow the contractor to commence the project before the formal contract is agreed.

Children, Schools and Families

Admission to Schools – Proposed Admission Arrangements for 2027/28

The Cabinet agreed to consult on the proposed admission arrangements, including coordinated schemes for school admissions for the academic year 2027/28. They also agreed to consult on the proposed fair access protocol, which would come into force from 1 March 2026 if agreed by Cabinet in February 2026. Furthermore, the Cabinet agreed to consult with stakeholders on the proposal to reduce the Published Admission Numbers (PANs) at selected primary and secondary schools across the borough. It was noted that following the consultation, a report would be prepared summarising representations received, and a final decision on admission arrangements for 2027/28 would be taken by Cabinet in February 2026.

Health, Social Care and Wellbeing

Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman Public Report

The Cabinet noted the findings of the Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman's public report (Ref: 24 014 203) and approved the Council's response and endorsed the action plan set out in Appendix 2. The Director of Adult Social Care was authorised to provide evidence to the Ombudsman of the Council's compliance with the recommendations by 19 November 2025. It was also agreed that further assurance updates would be provided to the Adults and Health Scrutiny Panel.

Adult Social Care Improvement Plan

The Cabinet noted the findings in the CQC Assessment report and approved the Improvement Plan. They also noted the establishment of the cross-party, Adult Social Care (ASC) improvement Board (AIB) which will oversee the delivery of the ASC Improvement Plan. It was noted that the Improvement Plan is a live document subject to regular changes and updates, with any significant changes requiring AIB approval. Progress made to date was also noted.

Publication of Adult Carers Strategy

The Cabinet approved the Haringey Adult Carers Strategy 2025–2028 and endorsed the proposed first-phase delivery plan. This strategy is a commitment to unpaid adult carers in the borough, co-produced with carers and partners, setting out priorities to improve support, enhance wellbeing, and reduce inequalities.

Housing and Planning

Approval of a Draft Homelessness Strategy for Consultation

The Cabinet approved the Draft Homelessness Strategy for formal consultation. Following this consultation, officers will present a draft new Homelessness Strategy for 2025-2027 to Cabinet for adoption. The strategy aims to prevent homelessness, provide targeted interventions for at-risk groups, and improve accommodation options for those experiencing homelessness, with a focus on effective partnership working.

Fire Doors Contracts

The Cabinet approved the award of a contract to Bidder B for the provision and replacement of fire-rated flat entrance doors, communal doors, and riser/service cupboard doors, along with associated passive fire safety and decoration works within the Council's residential housing stock. This approval is provisional, subject to the second stage s20 Leasehold consultation process. The award decision will be implemented if no observations are received; otherwise, it will be returned to Cabinet.

Housing Annual Compliance Assurance Statement

The Cabinet noted the report and the continued improvements being made to provide further assurance in future regarding the Housing Service's arrangements for monitoring the 'big six' safety compliance areas: gas, electricity, fire safety, asbestos, legionella, and lifts.

Placemaking and Local Economy

Procurement of Client Fit Out Items for the Haringey Civic Centre

The Cabinet approved the commencement of procurement exercises for a contract for the acquisition of Fixtures, Fittings and Equipment (FF&E) for the Civic Centre, and a Framework to procure Catering Operators. This mixed procurement approach aims to deliver a functional and flexible environment, embed community engagement, social value, and inclusion, and support the local economy. The overall cost for all client fit-out items will remain within the agreed budget.

Wards Corner Asset Management Plan

The Cabinet noted that the Compulsory Purchase Order granted in March 2020 would expire on 12th December 2025. They agreed that the Director of Capital Projects and Property, in consultation with the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources and the Director of Placemaking and Community Development, would prepare the Wards Corner Property Strategy. Additionally, the Director of Capital Projects and Property, in consultation with the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources, would prepare the Wards Corner Asset Management Plan. The Cabinet also agreed to cooperate with Places for London regarding its future long-term plans for its holdings within the wider site.

Other Matters

Minutes of Other Bodies

The minutes of other bodies were noted.

Significant and Delegated Actions

The significant and delegated actions were noted.

Exclusion of the Press and Public

The press and public were excluded from the remainder of the meeting as items 24, 25, 26, 27, and 28 contained exempt information as defined under paragraph 3, Part 1, Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972.

Exempt Items

Exempt - Disrepair New Contract Procurement

The exempt appendix relating to Item 14 was discussed and noted and agreed.

Exempt - Housing Asset Management Multi-Disciplinary Consultants Contracts

The exempt appendix relating to Item 16 was discussed and noted and agreed.

Exempt - Housing Related Support Domestic Abuse and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Pathway

The exempt appendix relating to Item 17 was discussed and noted and agreed.

Exempt - Tower Gardens - Major Works

The exempt appendix relating to Item 19 was discussed and noted and agreed.

Exempt - Minutes

The exempt minutes of the meeting held on 11 November 2025 were discussed and agreed as a correct record.

New Items of Exempt Urgent Business

There were none.

The meeting was chaired by Councillor Peray Ahmet.