Afazul Hoque

Cabinet - Tuesday, 24th March, 2026 5.30 p.m.

The Cabinet meeting of Tower Hamlets Council on Tuesday 24 March 2026 addressed a wide range of issues, including significant regeneration projects, budget monitoring, and the council's commitment to equality and diversity. Key decisions included the approval of a 30-year lease for Mudchute Farm and Park, the addition of the Boundary Estate Community Launderette to the Community Premises Portfolio, and the renewal of a lease for the Highway Clubs Charity. The meeting also reviewed the Strategic Delivery and Performance Report, noting a decrease in 'green' performance indicators and an increase in 'amber' indicators, alongside seven 'red' indicators. A new task and finish group was agreed to address consistently underperforming indicators. The council's Annual Equality Report highlighted progress in tackling inequality, with notable achievements in women's services, support for disabled residents, and initiatives for Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic communities. Decisions were also made regarding the commissioning of overnight short breaks for children with complex needs, the approval of the Tower Hamlets Future Places framework to attract investment, and the progression of the Tomlinson Close and Harriott, Apsley & Pattison Houses regeneration schemes. The Best Start Family Hubs Programme received approval for commissioning, and the redevelopment of Whitechapel Leisure Centre was advanced with the appointment of a design team. Finally, the Cabinet reviewed the Quarter 3 Budget Monitoring report, noting an £18.6 million General Fund overspend, and noted the Record of Corporate Director's Actions.

Finance, Procurement & Audit DLT - Tuesday, 10 March 2026 - 2.00 p.m.

To start at 2:15pm or 15 minutes after Cabinet has finished, Grants Determination (Cabinet) Sub-Committee - Wednesday, 18th February, 2026 2.15 p.m.

The Grants Determination (Cabinet) Sub-Committee of Tower Hamlets Council met on Wednesday 18 February 2026. The meeting reviewed the Mayor's Small Grants Programme, noting recommendations for improvement including increasing the Community Chest grant amount from £500 to £1,000 and changing the frequency of grants for positive activities for young people to once a year. The committee also received performance reports on the Mayor's Community Grants Programme (MCGP) for the periods January-March 2025 and April-June 2025, noting that the majority of projects were rated as 'Green' (on track), with some rated 'Amber' due to issues that could be resolved with support, and two projects rated 'Red' due to closure or administration.

Cabinet - Wednesday, 26th November, 2025 5.30 p.m.

The Cabinet meeting on Wednesday 26 November 2025 focused on improving services for young people and vulnerable residents, with key decisions made regarding the Young Tower Hamlets Strategy and the Free School Meals Action Plan. The meeting also addressed the Digital Inclusion Action Plan and the Voluntary and Community Sector Strategy.

Rearranged from 29 April 2025, Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 6th May, 2025 6.30 p.m.

The Overview and Security Committee met to discuss the Mayor's achievements and priorities, the Mayor's Waste Improvement Programme, and a progress update on actions to support local markets and traders. Councillors questioned the Mayor on topics ranging from hate crime to housing, and agreed to revisit the waste improvement programme in six months to assess progress on data collection and community engagement.