Councillor Ahmodul Kabir
Email: Ahmodul.Kabir@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Council: Tower Hamlets
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Positions, Voting Record & Activity Summary
Ahmodul Kabir's council service across multiple years reveals a consistent and evolving dedication to governance, housing, and community welfare, with a pronounced emphasis on these areas in his most recent activities.
Key Themes and Priorities: Throughout his service, Kabir has demonstrated a strong focus on housing and regeneration, scrutinizing performance, advocating for increased affordable housing, and addressing issues like damp and mould. He has also been deeply involved in the procedural aspects of council governance, often chairing committees and emphasizing transparency and proper procedure. His work also touches upon local economic development and community well-being, particularly in his most recent year.
Evolution of Focus: While housing and procedural governance have been consistent pillars, his recent activity in 2026 shows a more direct engagement with specific community concerns like fair rent and small business support, alongside his continued leadership in scrutiny and committee work. The emphasis on scrutinizing council performance, particularly regarding housing delivery and tenant services, has intensified in recent years, as evidenced by his detailed questioning and advocacy in 2025.
Most Significant Contributions (Recent Years): In 2025, Kabir was a driving force in housing discussions, notably advocating for the protection of Mudshue Farm with a strong declaration:
He also championed increased affordable housing requirements in the Local Plan and introduced initiatives for housing transformation. His commitment to transparency was evident in 2024 when he stressed the need for thorough explanations before signing off on significant contracts, stating,
We support Mudshue Farm. We don't want to see Mudshue Farm closed and we will fight to protect Mudshue Farm.
In 2026, his active participation in key committees like General Purposes, Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny, and Health & Adults Scrutiny, coupled with his declaration of interest in fair rent and small business support, highlights his continued commitment to these vital areas.
When I was asked to sign in, I wasn't fully explained what I'm signing. I wasn't given the full report, and I wasn't even told 190 million pounds of contract was involved. So, can you make a note that that never happened again? If a scrutiny chair is asked to sign something, he or she needed to be explained the full report before he signed, he or she signed it.
Patterns and Consistent Areas of Interest: Kabir consistently takes on leadership roles, frequently chairing or vice-chairing important committees. His dedication to scrutiny, ensuring accountability and improved performance from the council, is a recurring theme. He also demonstrates a commitment to managing conflicts of interest, as seen in his declarations in both 2026 and 2024. His engagement with the budget process, voting on key motions, further underscores his involvement in the core functions of council governance.
Yearly Activity Timeline
In 2026, Ahmodul Kabir was actively involved in council meetings, demonstrating his commitment to governance and community interests. He chaired the General Purposes Committee, attended the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee, and served as Vice Chair of the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee. Notably, during a Council meeting on January 21st, he declared a non-pecuniary interest in a petition concerning fair rent and small business support, citing his business ownership in Tower Hamlets. This indicates a focus on housing, community welfare, and local economic development.
Monthly Activity in 2026
During January 2026, Ahmodul Kabir participated in three council meetings. On January 13th, he attended the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee as Chair of the General Purposes Committee and declared no Disclosable Pecuniary Interests. On January 20th, he attended the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee as Vice Chair. On January 21st, during the Council meeting, Ahmodul Kabir declared a non-pecuniary interest in the Petition on Fair rent and support for small businesses in Tower Hamlets
due to business ownership in the Borough.
Meetings in January 2026
Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 26th January, 2026 6.30 p.m. - 26 January 2026
Ahmodul Kabir was present at the Overview & Scrutiny Committee meeting on 26th January 2026, substituting for Councillor Abdul Mannan. No direct statements or actions were attributed to him in the provided documents.
Council - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 7.00 p.m. - 21 January 2026
Ahmodul Kabir declared a non-pecuniary interest in Item 5.5, Petition on Fair rent and support for small businesses in Tower Hamlets,
due to his or his spouse/partner owning businesses in the Borough.
Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 20th January, 2026 6.30 p.m. - 20 January 2026
Ahmodul Kabir attended the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting on January 20, 2026, in his capacity as Vice Chair. His attendance at previous meetings on November 11, 2025, and September 4, 2025, is also noted. No specific statements or actions were attributed to him in the provided report pack.
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Tuesday, 13th January, 2026 6.30 p.m. - 13 January 2026
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir, representing Bethnal Green East and serving as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, declared no Disclosable Pecuniary Interests at the commencement of the meeting.
Throughout 2025, Ahmodul Kabir was a highly active participant in council proceedings, holding significant leadership roles and focusing on key areas of housing, regeneration, and scrutiny. He served as Chair of the General Purposes Committee for much of the year, overseeing procedural matters, nominations, and committee work plans. Kabir also took on Vice-Chair roles for the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee and the Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee. His contributions frequently involved scrutinizing council performance, particularly regarding housing delivery, tenant services, and budget allocations. He consistently questioned discrepancies in figures, sought explanations for low performance metrics, and advocated for improved processes. A significant theme was his strong advocacy for housing, including support for the protection of Mudshue Farm, where he stated,
He also presented updates on the Local Plan, emphasizing increased housing delivery and a higher affordable housing requirement, and introduced initiatives like the
We support Mudshue Farm. We don't want to see Mudshue Farm closed and we will fight to protect Mudshue Farm.
housing option transformation program
and updates on housing delivery targets. Kabir also addressed issues of damp and mould, highlighting landlord obligations and introducing relevant legislation. He was also involved in budget discussions, voting for the main Budget Motion and against amendments. His engagement extended to correcting inaccuracies in meeting minutes and ensuring proper conflict of interest management.
Monthly Activity in 2025
During the December 8th, 2025 Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting, Councillor Kabir Ahmed, in his role as cabinet member for regeneration, inclusive development, and housing build, presented two key initiatives. He introduced the housing option transformation program,
detailing its two-phase approach to address national and local housing challenges, including financial strain and an overspend in housing options. The program aims to clear backlogs, improve decision-making, train staff in trauma-informed practices, and implement systemic improvements. He also provided an update on the housing delivery update,
highlighting the delivery of over 300 homes since 2022, with plans for an additional 600 homes to commence construction and over 3,000 in the pipeline. The acquisition program was also mentioned, targeting buyback properties and homes for temporary accommodation and resettlement, with secured funding from the GLA and an indicative allocation from MHCLG.
Meetings in December 2025
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Monday, 8th December, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 8 December 2025
Councillor Kabir Ahmed, the cabinet member for regeneration, inclusive development, and housing build, introduced the housing option transformation program.
He detailed the national and local housing challenges, including financial strain and a significant overspend in housing options, leading to a large number of households in temporary accommodation. He outlined a two-phase approach for the transformation program: phase one focuses on immediate improvements through a 100-day action plan, clearing backlogs, speeding up decision-making, and staff training in trauma-informed practices. Phase two aims for large-scale change with a new operating model, a long-term temporary accommodation supply strategy, and systemic improvements across five work streams. Kabir emphasized the program's proactive nature to tackle homelessness, safeguard finances, improve resident experiences, and create a sustainable service.
Later, introducing the housing delivery update,
Councillor Kabir Ahmed described the housing delivery program as ambitious and essential. He reported that since 2022, over 300 homes have been delivered across 21 sites, with an additional 600 homes ready to commence construction and over 3,000 in the pipeline. He also noted the acquisition program, which targets 237 buyback properties and 37 homes for temporary accommodation and Afghan resettlement, and mentioned securing GLA funding for 200 homes, alongside an indicative £26 million allocation from MHCLG.
During November 2025, Ahmodul Kabir was active in two council meetings. In his role as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, he presented the Local Plan update to the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee, highlighting its importance for growth, housing, and addressing inequalities. He emphasized the plan's aim to increase housing delivery, raise the affordable housing requirement to 40% with a focus on social rented homes, and addressed concerns about potential government changes to affordable housing targets, stating the council would strongly object
if the 20% proposal became law. He also clarified that tall building decisions would be made on a case-by-case basis. Separately, he sent apologies for this meeting. In the Council meeting, Councillor Kabir-Amer took procedural actions, seconding a proposal to suspend a procedural rule to allow a petition to be heard and proposing to alter the order of business to prioritize the local plan submission report and the ONS Annual Report.
Meetings in November 2025
Council - Wednesday, 19th November, 2025 7.00 p.m. - 19 November 2025
Councillor Kabir-Amer took two procedural actions during the meeting. First, they seconded a proposal to suspend Procedure Rule 17 under Rule 12.1, allowing the small business petition to be heard. Second, Councillor Kabir-Amer proposed to alter the order of business, moving Agenda Item 9.1 (report from Cabinet on local plan submission) and Agenda Item 9.2 (ONS Annual Report 2425) to be discussed after the Mayor's speech and before the motions for debate, citing the urgency of these items.
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Monday, 3rd November, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 3 November 2025
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir, in his capacity as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, presented the Local Plan update. He emphasized its significance as the council's most important planning document, designed to address overcrowding and inequalities by outlining a strategic vision for growth, housing, environment, design, employment, town centers, community infrastructure, biodiversity, connectivity, and waste. He highlighted the plan's ambition to boost housing delivery through site allocations, shaping large-scale strategic sites, and adopting a more permissive stance on tall buildings. A key point was the proposed increase in the affordable housing requirement from 35% to 40%, with a greater focus on social rented homes. He noted the draft plan's extensive consultation and incorporation of community input, citing Red Church Street as an example, and expressed hope for its adoption by the full council and subsequent presentation to the planning inspector.
Kabir addressed concerns about potential government announcements impacting affordable housing targets, stating that the 20% proposal is not yet policy and that the council would strongly object
if it became law. He differentiated London's development context from suburban boroughs and affirmed the council's intention to lobby against proposals detrimental to social housing waiting lists. Regarding tall buildings, he clarified that each application would be assessed individually based on merit and context, with viability being a crucial factor in determining the amount of social housing delivered, and that the plan does not imply every spot in Tower Hamlets will have skyscrapers.
He also participated in a discussion on the review of commercial assets, acknowledging the report's work and recommendations, and noting that these recommendations are for the executive to consider and develop into a plan. Separately, he was noted as having sent his apologies for the Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Subcommittee meeting.
During October 2025, Ahmodul Kabir did not have any recorded activity in the council meetings.
Meetings in October 2025
Council - Wednesday, 8th October, 2025 7.00 p.m. - 8 October 2025
Based on the provided transcript, Ahmodul Kabir did not say or do anything during the Council meeting on October 8th, 2025.
During September 2025, Ahmodul Kabir was actively involved in several council meetings. He was elected Vice-Chair of both the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee and the Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee for the 2025/26 municipal year. He also served as a representative for the Aspire Group to the Inner North East London (INEL) Joint Health and Overview Scrutiny Committee. In his role on the Overview & Scrutiny Committee, he questioned the inclusivity of the Youth Justice Service, seeking details on co-production with young people and their parents. Kabir also took a leading role in the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee, inquiring about the CHAP scheme's progress, ward councillor involvement in estate visits, and the timeline for acquisition targets. He specifically raised concerns about persistent issues at Angela Court, including sewage and water affecting the lift, and sought information on resolutions for affected families, particularly those with disabilities. He also questioned the delivery of affordable homes against the Mayor's pledge. Furthermore, Kabir presented on hours loss
and introduced AWAB's law regarding damp and mould hazards, highlighting the legal obligations for landlords and the effective date of the regulations. He also chaired the General Purposes Committee meeting on September 25th, and signed minutes from a previous meeting of the same committee in his capacity as Chair.
Meetings in September 2025
General Purposes Committee - Thursday, 25th September, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 25 September 2025
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir chaired the General Purposes Committee meeting on 25th September 2025. He also chaired a previous meeting on 17 June 2025, where he requested nominations for the Vice-Chair position and noted that reports on the Constitution and Election would be presented. He subsequently signed the minutes of that meeting as Chair.
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Tuesday, 16th September, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 16 September 2025
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee for the municipal year 2025/26. During the meeting, he introduced himself and declared no disclosible interests. He posed several questions regarding the CHAP scheme, including the number of acquired homes, ongoing acquisitions, other expressions of interest, and the timeline for achieving acquisition targets. He also inquired about the inclusion of ward councillors in estate visits and the timing of these visits. Kabir raised a specific concern about Angela Court, questioning the repeated issue with the lift being affected by sewage and water, asking what had been learned from the previous incident and when a resolution could be expected, particularly for families with disabilities. He further questioned the exact number of affordable homes delivered since 2002 and whether the Mayor would meet his pledge of 4,000 affordable homes. Later, Kabir was asked to present the item on hours loss
(likely referring to AWAB's law and damp/mould regulations) and introduce the relevant officers. He then introduced the AWAB's law, emphasizing the legal requirement for landlords to address damp and mould hazards within fixed timescales and emergency repairs within 24 hours, effective from October 27, 2025, before inviting Karen and Chris to speak on policy and programming details, respectively.
Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 15th September, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 15 September 2025
During the Overview & Scrutiny Committee meeting on September 15th, 2025, Ahmodul Kabir, who is also the Chair of the General Purposes Committee and a Deputy for the Overview & Scrutiny Committee, inquired about the inclusivity of the Youth Justice Service. He specifically asked about the steps taken to ensure inclusivity and the extent of co-production with young people and their parents or carers in shaping the service.
Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Thursday, 4th September, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 4 September 2025
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir declared that he had no disclosable pecuniary interests (DPIs). He was elected as the Vice-Chair of the Health and Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee for the municipal year 2025/26. Additionally, he was appointed as a representative for the Aspire Group to the Inner North East London (INEL) Joint Health and Overview Scrutiny Committee (JHOSC).
During July 2025, Ahmodul Kabir was actively involved in multiple council meetings, primarily in leadership roles. He chaired the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee on July 15th, where he set procedural guidelines, welcomed attendees, and facilitated discussions on housing matters, including significant stock investment plans and regulatory inspections. He also chaired the Overview & Scrutiny Committee on July 21st, managing administrative tasks and establishing meeting protocols. In his capacity as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, Kabir addressed the council on July 16th regarding Mudshue Farm, expressing strong support for its protection and criticizing the spreading of fear
and playing politics
surrounding the issue. He also stated,
On July 29th, he chaired the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee, introduced himself, declared no conflicts, and was nominated as Vice Chair for the Inner North East London and Joint Overview Scrutiny Committee.
We support Mudshue Farm. We don't want to see Mudshue Farm closed and we will fight to protect Mudshue Farm.
Meetings in July 2025
Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 29th July, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 29 July 2025
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir, representing Bethnal Green East and the Aspire party, served as the Chair of the General Purposes Committee. At the start of the meeting, he introduced himself and declared no Data Protection Act (DPA) issues or other declarations. He also suggested that officers introduce themselves at the first meeting for the convenience of the members. Councillor Kabir was nominated as Vice Chair and was identified as representing Tower Hamlets on the Inner North East London and Joint Overview Scrutiny Committee. He was also listed as a member of the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee and had attended a previous meeting virtually on 8 April 2025.
Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 21st July, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 21 July 2025
Ahmodul Kabir, in his capacity as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, opened the Overview & Scrutiny Committee meeting on July 21, 2025. He established the procedural rules for the meeting, reminding members to direct their comments through him. He then managed the initial administrative tasks, including confirming apologies, noting declarations of interest, and approving the previous meeting's minutes. He also solicited updates from the prior meeting before moving to the first agenda item. While listed as a Deputy for the Overview & Scrutiny Committee in the reports pack, no further speaking or actions by Ahmodul Kabir are recorded in that document.
Council - Wednesday, 16th July, 2025 7.00 p.m. - 16 July 2025
Ahmodul Kabir, in his capacity as Councillor and Chair of the General Purposes Committee, addressed the council regarding Mudshue Farm. He emphasized the administration's strong support for the farm, stating,
He also highlighted that the Mayor has committed to meeting with Mudshue Farm and reviewing the lease terms. Kabir expressed his disappointment with the
We support Mudshue Farm. We don't want to see Mudshue Farm closed and we will fight to protect Mudshue Farm.
spreading of fear
and playing politics
surrounding the issue, advocating for a more welcoming approach to resident engagement and petitions. He also noted that the Mayor is being asked to resolve the lease issue in a short period, implying that if there was a will, it could have been done sooner.
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Tuesday, 15th July, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 15 July 2025
Ahmodul Kabir chaired the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting on July 15, 2025. He opened the meeting, introduced himself as Chair, and provided procedural instructions to attendees regarding speaking protocols and microphone usage. He requested apologies and instructed members to introduce themselves and declare any disclosible pecuniary interests. Kabir also called for nominations for Vice Chair and proposed a change to a meeting date to avoid Ramadan and accommodate the election cycle. Throughout the meeting, he facilitated discussions by asking for comments on previous minutes, welcoming officers such as Paul Berger, Karen Swift, and Mubin Choudhury, and introducing agenda items. He managed the flow of questions, calling on various councillors and members to speak, and responded to specific queries regarding the Guinness Partnerships, the Boundary Estate TRA, and contractor involvement in investment decisions. He also clarified the use of the chat function versus the raise hand function for asking questions. Kabir emphasized the importance of a root cause analysis for all four standards being inspected by regulators, not just safety and quality, and highlighted the significant stock investment planned over the next five years to improve stock condition, safety, and decency.
During June 2025, Ahmodul Kabir was active in two council meetings. In the Overview & Scrutiny Committee meeting on June 11th, he focused on correcting inaccuracies in previous minutes, including his name spelling, Councillor Abu Choudhury's absence, and his own vote for the education subcommittee chair. He also sought clarification on nomination processes for the community safety position and Councillor Goulam Kibriya Choudhury's attendance, and raised concerns about managing conflicts of interest for former cabinet members.
As Chair of the General Purposes Committee on June 17th, Kabir opened the meeting, outlined procedural matters, and facilitated introductions and nominations. He guided the committee through agenda items, including approving minutes and the work plan, and introduced the GP team's terms of reference and meeting schedule. He also addressed government appointments, acknowledging declarations of interest and expressing willingness to proceed with nominations.
Meetings in June 2025
General Purposes Committee - Tuesday, 17th June, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 17 June 2025
Ahmodul Kabir, as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, opened the meeting and outlined procedural matters, including remote participation and fire alarm protocols. He facilitated introductions, declarations of interest, and the nomination and seconding of Councillor Abdullwahid for Vice-Chair. He moved through agenda items, including the approval of previous minutes and the committee's work plan. Kabir introduced the GP team's terms of reference, members' details, and meeting dates for 2025-26, seeking agreement on recommendations. He also requested agreement on the reason for urgency in a subsequent report. Regarding government appointments, he thanked Farhad Ahmed for an overview and, in response to a question about a candidate being a council employee, acknowledged the declaration of knowing the candidate and expressed willingness to proceed with nominations. He concluded the meeting, thanking attendees and announcing the next meeting date. As Chair, he also signed the minutes.
Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 11th June, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 11 June 2025
Ahmodul Kabir actively participated in the Overview & Scrutiny Committee meeting on June 11, 2025, primarily to correct inaccuracies in the minutes of a previous meeting. He addressed a misspelling of his name and clarified that Councillor Abu Choudhury's absence from the last meeting was not an apology. He also corrected the record regarding his own vote for the education subcommittee chair, stating he voted in favor, not against. Furthermore, Kabir sought to clarify the nomination process for the community safety position, specifically concerning Councillor Islam's withdrawal and subsequent nomination. He also inquired about the procedure for Councillor Goulam Kibriya Choudhury's attendance at the next meeting, as he had not received written information. Finally, Kabir raised the issue of how to manage conflicts of interest involving former cabinet members.
During the May 2025 Annual Council Meeting on the 14th, Councillor Ahmodul Kabir formally seconded the report and nominations for committee memberships, stating,
. He was also nominated as a candidate for Chair of the General Purposes Committee.
thank you mr. speaker i formally second it
Meetings in May 2025
Annual Meeting, Council - Wednesday, 14th May, 2025 7.00 p.m. - 14 May 2025
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir seconded the report and nominations for committee memberships, stating, thank you mr. speaker i formally second it
. He was also nominated as a candidate for Chair of the General Purposes Committee.
During April 2025, Ahmodul Kabir was active in council meetings. On April 2nd, he voted For
the main Budget Motion and Against
amendments proposed by Councillors Marc Francis and Nathalie Bienfait. On April 8th, he was present at the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting but had no recorded speaking or action. On April 15th, as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, he introduced himself, declared no interests, and actively participated in the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee. He raised several key questions regarding the Tenant Voice panel recruitment, the effectiveness of mayoral meetings with THCH post-merger, the naming convention of the merged entity, and delays in mayoral office actions. Kabir also questioned the accuracy of vacant unit figures and relet times, noting a significant discrepancy, and inquired about the process for vacant unit lettings. Finally, he sought clarification on the system for ensuring landlord implementation and review of recommendations, particularly concerning fire safety.
Meetings in April 2025
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Tuesday, 15th April, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 15 April 2025
Ahmodul Kabir, Councillor for Bethnal Green East and Chair of the General Purposes Committee, introduced himself and declared no Disclosable Pecuniary Interests. He actively participated in the meeting by asking several questions. He inquired about the recruitment process for the Tenant Voice panel, specifically how it is advertised and the steps individuals need to take to join. He also sought clarification on the outcome of a written request made to the Mayor regarding THCH performance, expressing that it seemed pointless, to be honest, for the Mayor to go and have a meeting with them
given the recent merger. Kabir questioned the post-merger naming convention, asking if the entity would be referred to as THCH or Hyde Community. He raised a concern about the Mayor's office delaying action on a request for nearly a year, stating, I think that's why I wanted to, I want you to make a note.
Furthermore, he questioned the accuracy of figures related to vacant units and relet times, highlighting a significant discrepancy between 288 days and 892 days for major work relets, and asked about the process for vacant units becoming available for letting. Finally, he inquired about the system for ensuring that recommendations made to landlords, particularly concerning fire safety, are implemented and reviewed.
Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 8th April, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 8 April 2025
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir was present at the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting on 03 February 2025. There is no record of him speaking or taking any action during this meeting.
Council - Wednesday, 2nd April, 2025 7.00 p.m. - 2 April 2025
In the Council meeting on April 2nd, 2025, Ahmodul Kabir voted For
on the main Budget Motion. He also voted Against
on the amendments proposed by Councillor Marc Francis and Councillor Nathalie Bienfait.
During February 2025, Ahmodul Kabir attended the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting on the 24th. He was introduced as Councillor Ahmed al-Kabir and had apologies for his absence from the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting on the 3rd due to an audit committee commitment. At the Housing & Regeneration meeting, Ahmodul Kabir questioned the performance of Tower Hamlets Council compared to other social landlords, stating that Tower Hamlets' figures for emergency repairs completed within target time and decent home standard were very low
and sought an explanation for this difference.
Meetings in February 2025
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Monday, 24th February, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 24 February 2025
Ahmodul Kabir was introduced as Councillor Ahmed al-Kabir, Bethnal Gil East. He had apologies for the meeting due to attending an extraordinary meeting for the audit committee. During the meeting, he inquired about the performance of Tower Hamlets Council in comparison to other social landlords, specifically noting that Tower Hamlets' figures for emergency repairs completed within target time and decent home standard were very low.
He asked for the reasons behind this disparity.
Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Monday, 3rd February, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 3 February 2025
There is no record of Ahmodul Kabir saying or doing anything in the provided documents for the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting on 2025-02-03.
During January 2025, Ahmodul Kabir's activity was limited to his membership on the Licensing Committee. He was listed as a member for the meeting on January 16, 2025. No specific statements or actions were attributed to him in the provided meeting information.
Meetings in January 2025
Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 28th January, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 28 January 2025
Ahmodul Kabir is listed as a Deputy on the Overview & Scrutiny Committee. There is no further indication of specific actions or statements made by them during the meeting based on the available document.
Licensing Committee - Thursday, 16th January, 2025 6.30 p.m. - 23 January 2025
Ahmodul Kabir was listed as a member of the Licensing Committee for the meeting on January 16, 2025. He was also noted as being present at a previous meeting on June 13, 2024. No specific statements or actions were attributed to him in the provided report pack.
Council - Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025 7.00 p.m. - 22 January 2025
Ahmodul Kabir was present at the Council meeting held on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. However, the available documents do not contain any record of them speaking or taking any specific action during the meeting.
Throughout 2024, Councillor Ahmodul Kabir demonstrated consistent engagement across various council committees, with notable activity in April, May, June, September, October, November, and December. He frequently chaired or participated in the General Purposes Committee, Licensing Committee, and Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee. A key theme of his work revolved around housing and regeneration, where he actively discussed progress on building targets, economic challenges, and the constraints of funding, emphasizing a commitment to quality properties and advocating for deregulation in funding streams. He also played a role in the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee and the Inner North East London Joint Health Overview & Scrutiny Committee. In his capacity as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, he stressed the importance of transparency and proper procedure, particularly when signing off on significant contracts, stating,
His involvement in licensing matters included chairing subcommittees, questioning applicants on extended hours, patron control, and regulatory understanding, and he declared personal interests due to historical family connections. He also voted 'For' the main Budget Motion in May and, in December, reported on the progress of bringing housing management services in-house, highlighting savings, capital works, resident engagement, and tenant satisfaction rates, while also disclosing a self-referral to housing regulators due to performance gaps.
When I was asked to sign in, I wasn't fully explained what I'm signing. I wasn't given the full report, and I wasn't even told 190 million pounds of contract was involved. So, can you make a note that that never happened again? If a scrutiny chair is asked to sign something, he or she needed to be explained the full report before he signed, he or she signed it.
Monthly Activity in 2024
During December 2024, Ahmodul Kabir was active in council meetings, primarily in his role as cabinet member for regeneration, inclusive development, and house building. On December 2nd, he presented on the progress of bringing housing management services back in-house, detailing achievements such as £1.7 million in savings, £140 million approved for capital works, and enhanced resident engagement. He also disclosed a self-referral to housing regulators due to identified performance gaps and highlighted investments in building and fire safety. Kabir also reported on tenant satisfaction, noting a 65% overall satisfaction rate placing Tower Hamlets in the London upper quartile, while identifying areas for improvement in repairs, safety checks, and complaint responses. He clarified that leaseholder satisfaction data is collected but not part of statutory Tenant Satisfaction Measures. On December 3rd, he introduced himself as representing Bednal in East at the Licensing Sub Committee.
Meetings in December 2024
Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 17th December, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 17 December 2024
Ahmodul Kabir was listed as a Deputy for the Overview & Scrutiny Committee. However, there is no record of him saying or doing anything during the meeting.
Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday, 3rd December, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 3 December 2024
During the Licensing Sub Committee meeting on December 3rd, 2024, Councillor Ahmodul Kabir introduced himself as representing Bednal in East.
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Monday, 2nd December, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 2 December 2024
Ahmodul Kabir, as the cabinet member for regeneration, inclusive development and house building, presented on two key areas: the progress of bringing housing management services back in-house and tenant satisfaction measures.
Regarding the in-house housing management, he highlighted that since November 2023, the council has taken direct ownership, leading to significant achievements. These include ongoing savings of £1.7 million to the housing revenue account, approval of £140 million for capital works, the review and termination of contracts, and the integration of ASB services. Governance has been strengthened, and resident engagement has been enhanced through initiatives like Tenants' Voice.
He also disclosed that the council has self-referred to housing regulators due to identified performance and compliance gaps, with a commitment to meeting proper regulatory standards. Significant investment is being made in building and fire safety, with specific remedial works underway at blocks like Randall House, Johnson House, and Latham House, and collaboration with external bodies like TFL for necessary permissions.
On tenant satisfaction, Kabir reported that a third-party survey of a thousand residents indicated Tower Hamlets is in the London upper quartile for overall satisfaction at 65%, with an upward trend. Areas identified for improvement (amber ratings) included emergency and non-emergency repair targets, gas safety checks, asbestos surveys, water safety checks, lift checks, and overall satisfaction with views. A red
rating was noted for stage two responses to complaints, though efforts are being made to resolve issues at stage one. Satisfaction with handling ASB is also amber
but is expected to improve with integration into the wider community safety service. The council is undertaking a comprehensive review of its repair system, focusing on policy, diagnosis, contract management, and communication, with specific steps to improve response times to complaints and proactively flag issues using a new housing compliance system. He also clarified that while leaseholder satisfaction data is collected, it is not part of the statutory Tenant Satisfaction Measures (TSMs).
Councillor Kabir also addressed questions concerning the ASP process, the self-referral to regulators, timelines for addressing non-compliance, the breakdown of savings, and the inclusion of leaseholders in satisfaction measures, as well as the methodology for calculating satisfaction trends.
General Purposes Committee - Monday, 2nd December, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 2 December 2024
There is no record of Ahmodul Kabir speaking or taking any action in the provided transcript.
During the November 19th, 2024 Licensing Sub Committee meeting, Councillor Ahmodul Kabir, in his capacity as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, actively engaged with applicants. He focused his inquiries on operational details such as building capacity by floor, current premises usage, and the number of SIA license holders. Councillor Kabir also raised significant concerns regarding patron control, especially with mixed seating and standing arrangements across different floors where patrons would be eating and drinking. He further questioned the type of music planned and probed the applicants' understanding of the differences between traditional pub rules and current regulations within the CIZ zone, asking if they accepted these distinctions.
Meetings in November 2024
Council - Wednesday, 20th November, 2024 7.00 p.m. - 20 November 2024
There is no mention of Ahmodul Kabir's statements or actions in the provided documents for the Council meeting on November 20th, 2024.
Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday, 19th November, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 19 November 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir, Chair of the General Purposes Committee, actively participated in the Licensing Sub Committee meeting on November 19th, 2024. He posed several clarifying questions to the applicants. These included inquiries about the building's capacity, broken down by floor, and the current use of the premises. Councillor Kabir also sought information regarding the number of SIA license holders expected to be on duty. He raised concerns about patron control, particularly when the building accommodates both seated and standing customers across different floors, while people are eating and drinking simultaneously. Furthermore, he inquired about the presence and type of music within the premises. Finally, Councillor Kabir questioned the applicants' understanding of how traditional pub rules differ from current regulations within the CIZ zone, asking if they accepted these differences.
During October 2024, Councillor Ahmodul Kabir, representing Bethnal Green East and Chair of the General Purposes Committee, was active in council meetings. On October 2nd, he spoke during a petition presentation regarding the Atlee Centre, acknowledging the petitioner and expressing his familiarity with the centre's fantastic work.
He also questioned the petitioner about communication with the Mayor's office, asking,
Don't you deserve an acknowledgement from Mayor's office?
On October 15th, he was listed as a Deputy for the Overview & Scrutiny Committee, but no specific actions were recorded. At the Licensing Committee meeting on October 22nd, he apologized for his late arrival due to prayer.
His most extensive participation occurred on October 29th at the Licensing Sub Committee. As Chair of the General Purposes Committee, he questioned applicants about their requests for extended hours for film and music, the details of their quiz room, and their understanding of the cumulative impact zone. He also inquired about residents' reasons for not visiting the premises and directed questions to Corinne Holland regarding alcohol licensing. Kabir declared a personal interest in the area due to a historical family connection.
Meetings in October 2024
Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday, 29th October, 2024 2.30 p.m. - 29 October 2024
Ahmodul Kabir, in his capacity as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, actively participated in the Licensing Sub Committee meeting. He posed several questions to the applicants, inquiring about the rationale behind the requested additional time for film and music, the concept of the quiz room and its reward system, and their awareness of the cumulative impact zone. He also questioned the residents about their reasons for not patronizing the premises, despite the applicant's outreach. Additionally, Kabir declared an interest in the area, citing a personal connection through his great-grandmother's attendance at a local school 130 years prior. He also directed questions to Corinne Holland concerning the licensing of alcohol sales.
Licensing Committee - Tuesday, 22nd October, 2024 6.00 p.m. - 22 October 2024
Councillor Ahmadul Kabir introduced himself as representing Bethnal Green East. He apologized for his late arrival to the meeting, explaining that he had been praying.
Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 15th October, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 15 October 2024
Ahmodul Kabir was listed as a Deputy for the Overview & Scrutiny Committee. However, there is no record of him saying or doing anything during the meeting.
Council - Wednesday, 2nd October, 2024 7.00 p.m. - 2 October 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir, representing Bethnal Green East and Chair of the General Purposes Committee, spoke during the presentation of a petition concerning the Atlee Centre. He acknowledged the petitioner, Tanja, for her wonderful petition
and stated his familiarity with the centre, having visited it twice and recognizing the fantastic work
done there. Councillor Kabir also posed a question to the petitioner regarding her communication with the Mayor's office, asking, Don't you deserve an acknowledgement from Mayor's office?
During September 2024, Ahmodul Kabir was active in two council meetings. At the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting on September 16th, he declared an interest and proposed Councillor Amin Rahman for Vice-Chair. On September 30th, as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, he opened the Extraordinary Meeting of the Overview & Scrutiny Committee and outlined procedures. He also shared his experience of signing a document related to a cabinet decision without full explanation or knowledge of the £190 million contract involved, stating,
When I was asked to sign in, I wasn't fully explained what I'm signing. I wasn't given the full report, and I wasn't even told 190 million pounds of contract was involved. So, can you make a note that that never happened again? If a scrutiny chair is asked to sign something, he or she needed to be explained the full report before he signed, he or she signed it.
Meetings in September 2024
Extraordinary Meeting, Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 30th September, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 30 September 2024
Ahmodul Kabir, in his capacity as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, commenced the meeting and detailed the established procedures. He also shared his experience regarding the signing of a document related to a cabinet decision, emphasizing the lack of full explanation and information provided to him at the time. He stated:
When I was asked to sign in, I wasn't fully explained what I'm signing. I wasn't given the full report, and I wasn't even told 190 million pounds of contract was involved. So, can you make a note that that never happened again? If a scrutiny chair is asked to sign something, he or she needed to be explained the full report before he signed, he or she signed it.
Licensing Sub Committee - Thursday, 19th September, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 19 September 2024
There is no record of Ahmodul Kabir speaking or taking any action during the Licensing Sub Committee meeting on September 19th, 2024, based on the provided reports pack.
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Monday, 16th September, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 16 September 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir was present at the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting on September 16, 2024. During the meeting, he made a declaration of interest, stating:
Hi. My name is Councillor Ahmad Al-Kabriya, I don't have anything to declare. Thank you.
Additionally, the reports pack indicates that Councillor Ahmodul Kabir proposed Councillor Amin Rahman for the position of Vice-Chair of the Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Sub-Committee.
Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 3rd September, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 3 September 2024
There is no record of Ahmodul Kabir speaking or taking any action during the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting on 2024-09-03.
Ahmodul Kabir did not have any recorded activity or statements during the council meetings in July 2024. There are no records of Ahmodul Kabir speaking or taking any action in the provided documents for the Council meeting on July 17th, 2024, nor for the Licensing Sub Committee meeting on July 18th, 2024.
Meetings in July 2024
Licensing Sub Committee - Thursday, 18th July, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 18 July 2024
There is no record of Ahmodul Kabir saying or doing anything in the provided documents for the Licensing Sub Committee meeting on July 18th, 2024.
Council - Wednesday, 17th July, 2024 7.00 p.m. - 17 July 2024
There is no record of Ahmodul Kabir speaking or taking any action in the provided documents for the Council meeting on 2024-07-17.
During June 2024, Councillor Ahmodul Kabir was active in multiple council meetings. He chaired the General Purposes Committee, opening the meeting by stating,
Good evening and welcome to the General Purpose Committee. My name is Councillor Ahmodul Kabir and I am the chair of this GP committee. This meeting is held in person.
In the Licensing Committee, he was appointed as a licensing subcommittee chair and confirmed nominations. He also raised concerns about the council's licensing committees, questioning the financial implications of appeals and suggesting that seeking legal guidance beforehand might save money. He thanked Jonathan Malik for his hard work.
Councillor Kabir also played a significant role in the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee. He proposed Councillor Amin Rahman for Vice Chair and presented an item on the target of building a thousand homes annually. He discussed progress, economic challenges, and both private and council-led house building efforts, noting obstacles. He inquired about increasing the number of council-delivered homes and sought updates on the London Chest Hospital. Clarifying definitions, he explained that a property is counted as completed upon planning sign-off and that some are advertised in advance. He highlighted that the primary constraint for the council's housing pipeline is funding, mentioning an extensive unfunded list and the need for match funding for right to buy
money. He expressed a desire for deregulation in funding streams and emphasized a commitment to building quality properties.
Meetings in June 2024
Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee - Monday, 24th June, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 24 June 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir played a significant role in the Housing & Regeneration Scrutiny Sub Committee meeting. He began by proposing Councillor Amin Rahman for the Vice Chair position. Later, he presented an item concerning the ambitious target of building a thousand homes annually. In his presentation, he introduced officers, provided an overview of progress, discussed economic challenges, and highlighted both private sector and council-led house building efforts, noting regulatory and market force obstacles. Councillor Kabir also posed questions regarding the direct delivery of homes by the council, specifically asking about increasing the number of units and seeking updates on the London Chest Hospital. He clarified definitions of delivery
in response to questions, explaining that a property is counted as completed when signed off by planning, and that some properties are advertised beforehand. Regarding the London Chest Hospital and the council's pipeline, he stated there is an extensive unfunded list and that the primary constraint is funding. He expressed a desire for deregulation in funding streams and mentioned that while the council can use its own right to buy
money up to 40%, it requires match funding for the remaining 60%. He emphasized the commitment to building as many properties as possible with quality as a core consideration.
Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday, 18th June, 2024 2.00 p.m. - 18 June 2024
There is no mention of Ahmodul Kabir's statements or actions in the provided documents for the Licensing Sub Committee meeting on June 18th, 2024.
Licensing Committee - Thursday, 13th June, 2024 7.15 p.m. - 13 June 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir, Chair of the General Purposes Committee and representative for Bethnal Green East (Aspire), was appointed as a licensing subcommittee chair. He confirmed the nominations for subcommittee chairs, listing several councillors. Councillor Kabir also raised questions about the robustness of the council's licensing committees and the financial implications of appeals. He reflected on past experiences where the council lost money on appeals and inquired if seeking legal guidance beforehand could save money, while also acknowledging the potential conflict between panel decisions and the risk of losing appeals. He thanked Jonathan Malik for his hard work.
Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 4th June, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 4 June 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir was noted as being in attendance virtually at the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting on 2024-06-04. No specific statements or actions were recorded for him in the minutes.
General Purposes Committee - Tuesday, 4th June, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 4 June 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir chaired the General Purposes Committee meeting on June 4th, 2024. He opened the meeting by welcoming attendees and stating his role as chair. Good evening and welcome to the General Purpose Committee. My name is Councillor Ahmodul Kabir and I am the chair of this GP committee. This meeting is held in person.
During May 2024, Councillor Ahmodul Kabir participated in two council meetings. On May 8th, he voted 'For' the main Budget Motion. He was also present at the Children and Education Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting on May 9th, though no specific statements or actions were recorded for him during that session.
Meetings in May 2024
Annual Meeting, Council - Wednesday, 15th May, 2024 7.00 p.m. - 15 May 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir was present at the Council meeting on May 15th, 2024. No specific statements or actions were recorded for him in the minutes.
Children and Education Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Thursday, 9th May, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 9 May 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir was present at the Children and Education Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting on May 9th, 2024. The minutes do not record any specific statements or actions taken by him during the meeting.
Council - Wednesday, 8th May, 2024 7.00 p.m. - 8 May 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir voted 'For' on the main Budget Motion.
During April 2024, Councillor Ahmodul Kabir was active in two council meetings. On April 18th, as Chair of the General Purposes Committee, he opened the Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting, outlined the agenda, reminded members of procedural rules, and confirmed the accuracy of previous minutes. He also expressed disappointment that the mental health priority item had been removed from the agenda without his consultation, requesting this be noted. On April 24th, he was listed as a member of the Inner North East London Joint Health Overview & Scrutiny Committee, though no specific statements or actions were recorded for him in the provided reports.
Meetings in April 2024
Published on behalf of the LB Waltham Forest, Inner North East London Joint Health Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 24th April, 2024 7.00 p.m. - 24 April 2024
Ahmodul Kabir was listed as a member of the Inner North East London Joint Health Overview & Scrutiny Committee for the meeting on April 24th, 2024. No specific statements or actions were recorded for him in the provided public reports pack.
Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Thursday, 18th April, 2024 6.30 p.m. - 18 April 2024
Councillor Ahmodul Kabir introduced himself and declared no interests, stating, Hi good evening and everyone my name is Councillor Amadou Kabir I have nothing to declare I am Councillor for Bethnal Guinness.
As Chair of the General Purposes Committee, he opened the meeting, outlined the agenda, and reminded members of procedural rules regarding speaking and mobile phones. He confirmed the accuracy of the previous meeting's minutes and expressed disappointment that the mental health priority item had been removed from the agenda without his consultation, requesting this be noted. He then instructed members to introduce themselves and declare any disclosable pecuniary interests.
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Health & Adults Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 3rd September, 2024 6.30 p.m.
The Health and Adult Scrutiny Sub-Committee were presented with three presentations; one on the preparation for the forthcoming Care Quality Commission inspection of Adult Social Care, one on sexual health provision in Tower Hamlets and one on smoking cessation. The committee then noted the proposed work programme for 2024-25.
Call in: - Approval of the councilâs revised Homelessness Accommodation Placement Policy, Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 2nd September, 2024 6.00 p.m.
The committee voted to reject a call-in of the Mayor's decision in July to approve a revised Homelessness Accommodation Placement Policy[^1]. The meeting was dominated by a discussion of the controversial changes to the policy, particularly the removal of the 90-minute travel time limit, which now permits the council to place homeless families into temporary accommodation anywhere in the country.
Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday, 6th August, 2024 2.30 p.m.
The Licensing Sub Committee meeting of Tower Hamlets Council was adjourned due to the late running of an unrelated court case and will reconvene on the 19th of September 2024.
Licensing Sub Committee - Tuesday, 23rd July, 2024 2.00 p.m.
The Licensing Sub-Committee met to consider three applications for new and varied premises licenses, for Bulabar at 7 Frying Pan Alley, House of Music and Entertainment at 20 Commercial Street, and Gopuff at 60 Hemming Street. The committee approved the applications by Bulabar and House of Music and Entertainment, and adjourned the application by Gopuff to allow for further submissions from the applicant and objectors.
Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 23rd July, 2024 6.30 p.m.
The committee discussed the council's performance on recycling, the Strategic Asset Management Plan, and the proposed Target Operating Model. The Strategic Asset Management Plan was adopted by the council, while the committee noted the recycling and Target Operating Model reports and will consider them again after a further round of consultation by the council.
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Meetings Attended: 78
Average per Month: 3.1
Decisions Recorded: 0