The Full Council meeting of Hammersmith and Fulham Council on Wednesday 25 February 2026 focused primarily on the approval of the council's budget and council tax levels for the upcoming year, alongside the adoption of the four-year capital programme and treasury management strategy. The council also reviewed its pay policy statement and considered a report on the review of its constitution.

Revenue Budget and Council Tax Levels 2026/27

The most significant item of discussion was the approval of the revenue budget and council tax levels for 2026/27. Councillor Rowan Ree, Cabinet Member for Finance and Reform, presented the budget, outlining the council's financial plans for the year. The budget was approved, which included setting the council tax levels. The report detailed the medium-term financial forecast¹, investment and savings proposals², budget risks³, and a schedule of fees and charges⁴. An equalities impact assessment⁵ was also considered as part of the budget process.

Four Year Capital Programme 2026-30 and Capital Strategy 2026/27

The council also discussed and approved the Four Year Capital Programme for 2026-30 and the Capital Strategy for 2026/27. This programme outlines the council's planned capital investments over the next four years. The document detailing this was the Four Year Capital Programme 2026-30 and Capital Strategy 2026-27.

Treasury Management Strategy Statement 2026/27

The Treasury Management Strategy Statement for 2026/27 was also considered and approved. This strategy sets out how the council will manage its financial investments and borrowing. The relevant document is the Treasury Management Strategy Statement.

Pay Policy Statement 2026/27

The council reviewed and approved its Pay Policy Statement for 2026/27. This statement details the council's policies on the remuneration of its senior staff. The Pay Policy Statement 2026-27 was presented for consideration.

Review of the Constitution

A review of the council's constitution was also on the agenda. The Review of the Constitution document was discussed, with the council considering any proposed changes or updates to its governing document.

Joint Venture with a Local Authority Owned Trading Organisation to Deliver Managed Service Temporary and Interim Staffing Services

The council considered a report on a proposed joint venture with a local authority-owned trading organisation to deliver managed service temporary and interim staffing services. This item, detailed in the Joint Venture To Deliver Managed Service Temporary And Interim Staffing Services document, included appendices containing exempt information, meaning that parts of the discussion required the exclusion of the public and press.