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Cabinet - Wednesday, 22nd April, 2026 7.00 pm
April 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm Cabinet View on council websiteSummary
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The Cabinet of Enfield Council met on Wednesday 22 April 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including the council's performance, housing initiatives, and capital investment in highways and street scene improvements. The meeting agenda included a review of the Quarter 3 2025/26 performance report, the Housing Gateway Ltd Business Plan for 2026/27, and proposals for a new Selective Licensing Scheme for private rented housing. Additionally, the Cabinet was scheduled to consider the Borough Capital Programme for Highways and Street Scene for 2026/27.
Quarter 3 2025/26 Performance Report
The Cabinet was scheduled to receive a report from the Chief Executive detailing the council's performance during the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year. This report, which is classified as Non-Key, would have provided an overview of progress against the council's priorities as set out in the Council Plan 2023-26. The report was expected to highlight key achievements and areas where performance was rated as red, along with actions being taken to address these.
Housing Gateway Ltd Business Plan 2026/27
A report from the Executive Director of Housing and Regeneration was scheduled for discussion, presenting the Housing Gateway Ltd (HGL) Business Plan for 2026/27. HGL, a wholly owned company of the council, plays a crucial role in delivering savings, improving accommodation quality for residents, and responding to housing market pressures. The business plan would have outlined HGL's strategic, operational, and financial priorities for the upcoming financial year, demonstrating its contribution to the council's statutory homelessness duties and its efforts to reduce reliance on high-cost nightly paid accommodation. The report was designated as a Key Decision (KD 6037).
Selective Licensing Scheme - Private Rented Housing
The Cabinet was set to consider a report from the Executive Director of Housing and Regeneration concerning a proposed Selective Licensing Scheme for private rented housing. This scheme, designated as a Key Decision (KD 6032), would have outlined proposals for the introduction of a new five-year selective licensing scheme covering 17 of Enfield's 25 wards. The report was expected to detail the outcomes of a public consultation, supporting evidence, and the criteria set by the Housing Act 2004, with the aim of addressing issues such as poor housing conditions, management standards, and anti-social behaviour within the private rented sector.
Borough Capital Programme 2026/27 - Highways and Street Scene
A report from the Executive Director of Environment and Communities was scheduled to detail the Borough Capital Programme for Highways and Street Scene for 2026/27. This report would have outlined proposed schemes to be funded from the capital programme, including a significant increase in highways investment compared to the previous financial year. The programme was expected to cover major capital renewal and resurfacing for carriageways and footways, highway defect improvements, bridge maintenance, and minor capital improvement schemes.
Date of Next Meeting
The Cabinet was also scheduled to note that the schedule of Cabinet meetings for 2026/27 would be agreed by the Council on 27 May 2026.
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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Quarter 3 2025/26 Performance Report
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council decided to note the progress being made against key priority indicators. This decision was made on 22/04/2026.
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Borough Capital Programme 2026/27 - Highways and Street Scene
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council approved the 2026/27 Capital programme budget for Highway Operations of £7,165k on 22 April 2026. This included approving the use of £3,165k DfT grant and £4,000k from General fund capital receipts to fund various highway schemes. Authority was delegated to the Director of Transport, Climate and Place and the Executive Director of Environment and Communities for procurement, programme amendments, and bridge transfers.
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Selective Licensing Scheme - Private Rented Housing
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council decided to approve the designation of a selective licensing area comprising 17 wards from September 1, 2026. They also approved the proposed licensing scheme objectives, conditions, and fee structure. The Executive Director for Environment and Communities was delegated authority to issue statutory notifications and manage the scheme's review and implementation.
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Housing Gateway Ltd Business Plan 2026/27
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council approved the Housing Gateway Ltd Business Plan 2026/27 on 22 April 2026. The decision was to approve the business plan for Housing Gateway Ltd for the financial year 2026/27.
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Selective Licensing Scheme - Private Rented Housing
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council decided to approve the designation of a selective licensing area covering 17 wards from September 1, 2026. They also approved the scheme's objectives, conditions, and fee structure. The Executive Director for Environment and Communities was delegated authority to issue statutory notifications and manage the scheme's review and implementation.
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Borough Capital Programme 2026/27 - Highways and Street Scene
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Enfield Council approved the 2026/27 Capital programme budget for Highway Operations of £7,165k on 22 April 2026. This included approving the use of £3,165k DfT grant and £4,000k from General fund capital receipts to fund various highway schemes. Authority was delegated to the Director of Transport, Climate and Place to approve orders and amend the programme and funding allocations, and to the Executive Director of Environment and Communities to approve the transfer of £7.5m for Lee Valley Bridge and potential increases to the capital programme.
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