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Cabinet - Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - 2.00 pm
April 14, 2026 at 2:00 pm Cabinet View on council websiteSummary
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The Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council met on Tuesday 14 April 2026. The meeting saw the approval of the Annual Procurement Plan for 2026/27. The Cabinet also approved the council's approach to the application for the GLA Social and Affordable Homes Programme (LSHAP) and noted the schemes to be put forward. Additionally, the Cabinet approved in principle the proposed acquisition of new build homes at Fellowship Square, Blocks H & J.
Annual Procurement Plan 2026/27
The Cabinet approved the Annual Procurement Plan for 2026/27. Councillor Paul Douglas, Portfolio Lead Member for Finance and Resources, introduced the report, highlighting its importance in ensuring efficient, transparent, and value-for-money expenditure. The plan supports the Council's legal requirement under the Procurement Act 2023, promoting transparency for potential suppliers. The Cabinet noted that detailed business cases for each procurement will be subject to approval by the Strategic Commissioning Board to ensure they meet the Council's objectives regarding value for money, sustainability, and legal compliance.
Housing and Inclusive Growth Delivery Plan
Councillor Ahsan Khan, Deputy Leader (Housing and Regeneration), presented the Housing and Inclusive Growth Delivery Plan. The Council intends to apply for a strategic partnership with the Greater London Authority (GLA) under the London Social and Affordable Homes Programme (LSAHP) to maximise the delivery of affordable homes. The Cabinet approved the Council's approach to the LSAHP application and noted the schemes to be put forward. The Cabinet also agreed to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government for £18.2 million in grant funding to acquire a minimum of 77 properties for temporary accommodation and refugee resettlement. Prudential borrowing of £13.2 million and £3.8 million was approved for the acquisition and refurbishment of properties for temporary accommodation and refugee resettlement, respectively. Authority was delegated for the final terms of these acquisitions and for the determination of the most appropriate method for providing the accommodation.
Acquisition of New Build Homes at Fellowship Square - Blocks H & J
Councillor Khan also introduced the report on the proposed acquisition of new build homes at Hepworth Place, within the Fellowship Square neighbourhood. The Cabinet approved the proposed acquisition in principle, noting the utilisation of Right to Buy (RtB) receipts and borrowing. Authority was delegated to the Strategic Director of Place, in consultation with relevant officers, to review updated financials and ensure the scheme's affordability and sustainability before contracts are concluded, and to enter into all necessary legal agreements. The acquisition aims to increase the Council's overall supply of social rented housing, contribute to reducing expenditure on temporary accommodation, and improve the viability of the Fellowship Square scheme. The revised unit mix will provide a higher number of two and three-bedroom homes to meet the Council's need for family-sized accommodation.
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
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Housing and Inclusive Growth Delivery Plan
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council approved the Housing and Inclusive Growth Delivery Plan on 14/04/2026. The council agreed to enter a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government for grant funding to acquire a minimum of 77 affordable homes, with 62 for temporary accommodation and 15 for refugee resettlement. The decision also approved prudential borrowing for these acquisitions and delegated authority for final terms and accommodation provision methods.
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Annual Procurement Plan 2026/27
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council approved the Annual Procurement Plan 2026/27 on 14/04/2026. The plan details proposed procurements for the coming year, with detailed business cases for each requiring approval by the Strategic Commissioning Board.
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Annual Procurement Plan 2026/27
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council approved the Annual Procurement Plan for 2026/27 on 14 April 2026. The plan outlines proposed procurements over £172,000 for supplies and services or £1,000,000 for works. Detailed business cases for each procurement will be subject to approval by the Strategic Commissioning Board.
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Acquisition of New Build Homes at Fellowship Square - Blocks H & J
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council decided on 14/04/2026 to approve in principle the acquisition of 80 new build homes for affordable housing. Authority was delegated to the Strategic Director of Place to review financials and ensure affordability, and to enter into necessary legal agreements.
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Housing and Inclusive Growth Delivery Plan
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Waltham Forest Council approved the Housing and Inclusive Growth Delivery Plan on 14/04/2026. The council agreed to enter a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government for £18.2m grant funding to acquire a minimum of 77 properties for temporary accommodation and refugee resettlement. This includes prudential borrowing of £13.2m for temporary accommodation and £3.8m for refugee resettlement properties, with final terms delegated to the Corporate Director Capital Delivery and Estates.
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