Councillor Adel Khaireh
Cabinet Member for Culture, Equalities and Leisure
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Positions, Voting Record & Activity Summary
Adel Khaireh's council service, particularly in his role as Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, has consistently revolved around improving services and engagement for the borough's youth. His focus has been on strategic planning, collaborative partnerships, and ensuring adequate provision, with a notable intensification of these efforts in recent years.
In 2025, Khaireh's work was heavily concentrated on safeguarding, collaborative partnerships, and educational provision, especially for children with special educational needs (SEND). He actively presented reports on school admissions, the education strategy, and corporate parenting, underscoring the importance of collective responsibility and youth involvement. A significant achievement was his advocacy for expanding special educational provisions and establishing new special schools to address demand. Financially, he noted improvements in the Housing Revenue Account but acknowledged challenges with the Dedicated Schools Grant. A particularly impactful contribution in 2025 was his passionate advocacy for the working together to end male violence against women and girls strategy.
He urged men to be active allies and challenge harmful behaviors, stating, > We need to be allies as male. We need to be challenging, being forefront in front of everyone that, you know, shows them signs. You know, talking to young people, you know, young people that use social media, that, you know, follow people like, you know, Angela Date and people that are, you know, I can't describe it. I'll be blunt here. I'll say nasty that needs to be challenged head on.
He also expressed a strong belief in collective action for positive change, remarking, > This is something that we can change if we put our heart to it. And we can do it, Chair.
Looking back to 2024, Khaireh's efforts were also centered on strategic initiatives for community engagement, youth provision, and cultural development. He championed the Children and Young People's Plan 2024-2029, emphasizing its co-creation with young people. His personal priority was the SEND and Inclusion Strategy, for which he sought additional government funding. Khaireh also highlighted the Community Resource Strategy and the Cultural Strategy as vital for enhancing services and aligning with borough missions. He introduced innovative engagement tools like the Community Engagement Framework and the Statement of Community Involvement and Developers Engagement Charter. Progress on development projects and the need for a new secondary school for SEND were also noted.
Overall, Khaireh's priorities have remained consistent, with a clear evolution towards more detailed strategic implementation and impactful advocacy in recent years. His consistent areas of interest include ensuring robust educational provisions, fostering strong community partnerships, and actively engaging young people in decision-making processes. His most significant recent contributions lie in his direct advocacy for vulnerable youth, particularly in the realm of safeguarding and addressing violence against women and girls, alongside his strategic efforts to expand and improve SEND services.
Yearly Activity Timeline
Throughout 2025, Adel Khaireh, as Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, demonstrated a consistent focus on improving services for the borough's youth. Key themes included safeguarding, collaborative partnerships, and ensuring adequate educational provision, particularly for children with special educational needs. Khaireh actively presented reports on school admission arrangements, the education strategy, and corporate parenting, emphasizing collective responsibility and the importance of youth involvement. He championed initiatives to address school place demand, including expansions for special provisions and the establishment of new special schools. Khaireh also addressed financial matters, noting improvements in the Housing Revenue Account while acknowledging challenges in the Dedicated Schools Grant. A significant contribution was his strong advocacy for the working together to end male violence against women and girls strategy,
where he urged men to be active allies and challenge harmful behaviors, stating, > We need to be allies as male. We need to be challenging, being forefront in front of everyone that, you know, shows them signs. You know, talking to young people, you know, young people that use social media, that, you know, follow people like, you know, Angela Date and people that are, you know, I can't describe it. I'll be blunt here. I'll say nasty that needs to be challenged head on.
He also expressed belief in the collective ability to create change, saying, > This is something that we can change if we put our heart to it. And we can do it, Chair.
Monthly Activity in 2025
During the December 3rd, 2025 Cabinet meeting, Councillor Adel Khaireh expressed strong support for the working together to end male violence against women and girls strategy.
He highlighted the crucial role of men as allies in challenging harmful behaviors, especially among young people. Khaireh stated, > We need to be allies as male. We need to be challenging, being forefront in front of everyone that, you know, shows them signs. You know, talking to young people, you know, young people that use social media, that, you know, follow people like, you know, Angela Date and people that are, you know, I can't describe it. I'll be blunt here. I'll say nasty that needs to be challenged head on.
He called for men to take initiative in educating others, including young boys and brothers, and to actively speak out against violence, believing that > This is something that we can change if we put our heart to it. And we can do it, Chair.
Meetings in December 2025
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During October 2025, Adel Khaireh, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, addressed the increase in education health plans and discussed strategies to reduce high transport costs. Khaireh also reported on the establishment of Rowan Wood school and the ongoing efforts to find a suitable location for a new primary school.
Meetings in October 2025
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During September 2025, Councillor Adel Khaireh attended the Health and Wellbeing Board meeting on September 9th as a Voting Board Member. No specific statements or actions were recorded for Councillor Khaireh in the meeting minutes.
Meetings in September 2025
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In July 2025, Adel Khaireh provided an update on the council's revenue position at the end of March 2025, noting an improvement in the overall outturn for 2024-25 and a positive shift in the Housing Revenue Account (HRA), while also acknowledging a worsening in the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) position. He commended the efforts of various departments and individuals in managing overspends, specifically mentioning the housing department and Cabinet Member Pat Slattery for their work in reducing the cost of temporary accommodation. Khaireh attributed overspends in Health and Adult Services to inflation and increased acuity of need, and highlighted ongoing mitigation efforts focused on supporting individuals in their homes and facilitating earlier hospital discharges.
Meetings in July 2025
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During the June 11th, 2025 Cabinet meeting, Adel Khaireh, as Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, presented the School Place Planning and Capital Programme 2024/25 - 2026/27. He emphasized the authority's compliance with legal obligations and its strategy for meeting future school place demand, noting an increase in successful first-offer placements. Khaireh also addressed specific challenges for boys in the southern borough, anticipating their resolution, and confirmed the expansion of special provisions from five to twenty, alongside the establishment of the Compass all-through special free school, with aspirations for a future primary equivalent.
Meetings in June 2025
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During May 2025, Adel Khaireh was appointed as a Cabinet Member for Children and Young People at the Council Annual Meeting on May 14th. This appointment was officially recorded in the reports detailing Cabinet Member appointments and executive responsibilities.
Meetings in May 2025
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During the April 9th, 2025 Cabinet meeting, Councillor Adel Khaireh emphasized the critical need for sufficient educational spaces for children and young people with special needs up to age 25. He presented the strategy for managing demand and ensuring adequate school places, noting a significant reduction in students without places from 189 in 2023 to 39 in 2025. Khaireh highlighted ongoing challenges in securing spaces for boys in the south of the borough, with plans to add five more spaces to reach a total of 20. He also referenced a past initiative with Medjid
for a new special needs campus school and the potential for a primary school phase. Khaireh participated in discussions about the Rowan Wood special education school and introduced the Royal Greenwich Schools Strategy 2025-2029, outlining four priority areas. He addressed the closure of Gallions Mount Primary School, assuring support for affected children and acknowledging communication shortcomings. Finally, he introduced a report on the Conversion to Academy Status for De Lucy Primary School and sought agreement on specific report sections.
Meetings in April 2025
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During March 2025, Councillor Adel Khaireh was actively involved in council meetings, demonstrating a strong focus on children and young people's welfare and education. On March 11th, he seconded the proposal for Councillor Mariam Lolavar to be appointed Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board. As the Cabinet Member for Children and Young People on March 12th, Khaireh presented the report on school admission arrangements for Royal Greenwich Schools for the 2026/27 Academic Year, emphasizing improvements to planning and accessibility for families. He also discussed the borough's education strategy, outlining key priorities such as school resilience, partnerships, and SEND provision. Khaireh addressed the process of community schools becoming academies, confirming Duluthi School's acceptance while assuring continued collaboration. He apologized for past oversights in children's services, assuring that measures were in place to prioritize children's needs and that a dedicated team was providing support. A significant change to school staff eligibility for admissions was also highlighted to ensure fairness. On March 26th, Khaireh introduced the Annual Report on Corporate Parenting 2023-24, stressing it as a collective responsibility and detailing the council's collaborative efforts to support children in care and those with care experience. He highlighted improvements to the Corporate Parenting Partnership Board, including youth involvement, and acknowledged areas for improvement based on young people's feedback. He also thanked young people for their contributions and urged continued advocacy.
Meetings in March 2025
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In February 2025, Adel Khaireh, as Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, introduced the Cooperative Commission's report and its recommendations. He announced that Greenwich would host the Co-operative Council Innovation Network (CCIN) conference in Woolwich on February 12th and 13th, emphasizing it as a chance to bring together councils focused on co-operative practices and to display the commission's findings. Khaireh also noted that officers were planning a walking tour of local historical sites, potentially led by Pippa. He further elaborated on the historical importance of co-operatives in Greenwich and how the commission's proposals align with national government objectives. Khaireh concluded by recommending the report to the panel.
Meetings in February 2025
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During the January 29th, 2025 Cabinet meeting, Adel Khaireh, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, presented a report. He stressed the importance of collaborative efforts with partners and reiterated that safeguarding is a collective responsibility. Khaireh highlighted the function of Children Centres and affirmed the council's commitment to providing excellent services for the borough's youth, even amidst financial challenges. He also expressed gratitude to parents and staff for their input during the consultation process, acknowledging Children's Services for ensuring their perspectives were considered.
Meetings in January 2025
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Health and Wellbeing Board - Tuesday, 1st December, 2026 10.30 am
Cabinet - Wednesday, 18th November, 2026 2.00 pm
Inclusive Economy and Culture Scrutiny Panel - Tuesday, 17th November, 2026 6.30 pm
Council - Wednesday, 11th November, 2026 7.00 pm
Decisions from Meetings
227 decisions · Page 1 of 46
Implementation of Engagement Strategy BSCs
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 21st October, 2026 2.00 pm - October 21, 2026
The Cabinet of Greenwich Council agreed the Building Safety Resident Engagement Strategy for all its high-rise blocks and any new build future high-rise blocks on 21 October 2026. They also agreed to delegate authority to the Director of Housing and Safer Communities to allow changes to the strategy in response to changes in legislation or guidance. The decision included plans to introduce named building contacts, establish "You Said, We Did" feedback reporting, review lift performance, and develop translation and accessible communication offers.
For Determination
Annual Housing Regulation Assurance Report 2026/27
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 21st October, 2026 2.00 pm - October 21, 2026
The Cabinet noted the Council's progress in meeting housing regulatory requirements and plans for further improvement. The Cabinet also noted the Council's improved performance in keeping residents safe and the lifting of a Regulatory Notice.
For Determination
Medium Term Financial Strategy 2027-28+ update
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 21st October, 2026 2.00 pm - October 21, 2026
The Cabinet and Council of Greenwich noted a forecasted £30.9m General Fund structural resourcing gap in 2027/28, increasing to £118.9m by 2030/31. They noted that using £18.0m of one-off resources would reduce the in-year budget gap to £12.9m. The Cabinet recommended full Council approve the mid-year MTFS.
For Determination
Corporate Plan 2026-2030 and Vision for 2050
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 21st October, 2026 2.00 pm - October 21, 2026
The Cabinet of Greenwich Council decided to note the findings of the Greenwich 2050 engagement and approved the Corporate Plan 2026–2030 and the Vision for 2050. They recommended both documents to Full Council for adoption on 21 October 2026. Cabinet will receive annual updates on Corporate Plan progress, and performance indicators will be reported on a public dashboard. Delivery commitments will be reflected in directorate and service plans, with resource implications addressed through the Medium Term Financial Strategy and the 2027/28 budget.
For Determination
Former Premises Manager's House, Fuchsia Street, SE2 0TA - Auction Disposal
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 21st October, 2026 2.00 pm - October 21, 2026
Greenwich Cabinet agreed to dispose of the freehold of the former Premises Manager’s house, Fuchsia Street by way of auction or private treaty on 21/10/2026. The Director of Place and Growth was given delegated authority to make necessary appointments and agree disposal terms, and in consultation with the Director of Resources, to agree the reserve price if sold by auction. The Director of Place and Growth will implement the disposal process according to market conditions.
For Determination
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 79
- Average per month
- 2.2
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
- 227