Councillor Barry Mugglestone

Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Cabinet meeting of Havering Council on Wednesday 11 March 2026 saw the approval of plans for a new special educational needs school in Gidea Park, the extension of contracts for estate improvements and sexual health services, and the adoption of an Active Travel Strategy. The council also agreed to proceed with the procurement of the Healthy Child Programme and to enter into a nominations agreement for up to 600 build-to-rent properties.

Governance Committee - Tuesday, 10th March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Governance Committee of Havering Council met on Tuesday 10 March 2026 to discuss proposed changes to the Council's Contract Procedure Rules and a review of various parts of the Council's Constitution. The meeting's agenda also included the approval of previous minutes.

Council Tax Setting, Council - Wednesday, 4th March, 2026 7.30 pm

The Council of Havering met on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, to discuss and approve the budget for the 2026/27 financial year, which included setting the Council Tax. After considerable debate, the administration's budget proposal was approved, with an amendment from the Labour Group being rejected.

Audit Committee - Tuesday, 24th February, 2026 7.00 pm

The Cabinet of Havering Council is scheduled to consider several key business plans and financial updates. These include proposals for the Housing Revenue Account, regeneration projects in Rainham and Beam Park, and the Bridge Close development.

Cabinet - Wednesday, 18th February, 2026 7.00 pm

The Cabinet meeting of Havering Council on Wednesday 18 February 2026 focused heavily on the Council's precarious financial situation, with a proposed 4.99% increase in Council Tax and a significant budget gap for the upcoming years. Key decisions included the approval of the 2026/27 Council Budget Report and the 2026-2030 Medium Term Financial Strategy, alongside the Treasury Management Strategy Statement and the Five Year Capital Programme.