Councillor Barry Mugglestone
Email: councillorBarry.Mugglestone@havering.gov.uk
Council: Havering
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
48 meetings · Page 1 of 10
Additional Cabinet Meeting, Cabinet - Wednesday, 28th January, 2026 7.00 pm
The Cabinet of Havering Council was scheduled to consider several business plans for regeneration projects and housing initiatives. A key item on the agenda was the review of comments from the Place Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee regarding Mercury Land Holdings (MLH) and regeneration plans.
Council - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 7.30 pm
The Council meeting on Wednesday 21 January 2026 was largely dominated by a debate over an urgent motion concerning Mercury Land Holdings, which ultimately led to the adjournment of most business. After extensive procedural discussions and votes, the council agreed to defer the remaining agenda items to a future date.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th December, 2025 7.00 pm
The Havering Council Cabinet met to discuss several key issues, including the implementation of a special educational needs (SEND) unit at the Royal Liberty School, proposed changes to property licensing schemes, and future plans for former library sites. They approved recommendations for a new SEND facility, a framework for short breaks provision, and the extension of an alcohol and drugs contract. However, decisions regarding the future of former library premises were deferred for further review.
Governance Committee - Wednesday, 26th November, 2025 7.00 pm
The Governance Committee of Havering Council convened to discuss several key issues, including polling place changes, constitutional reviews, staff member voting rights on the Pensions Committee, and the governance of Mercury Land Holdings (MLH). The committee endorsed a change to a polling place, recommended constitutional amendments for approval by the full council, and agreed to allow voting rights for a staff representative on the Pensions Committee. Additionally, the committee requested a briefing on the governance and direction of MLH.
Council - Wednesday, 19th November, 2025 7.30 pm
The Havering Council meeting included discussions on tree inspections, the Romford Police Station front desk closure, and support for Zane's Law[^2], as well as the approval of the East London Joint Waste Plan submission. Councillors also addressed petitions and member questions on local issues.
Decisions from Meetings
112 decisions · Page 3 of 23
Corporate Parenting Strategy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th November, 2025 7.00 pm - November 12, 2025
...the Corporate Parenting Strategy 2025–2028 was approved, committing to supporting children in care and care experienced young people through timely access to services, strengthened pathways, meaningful participation, and promotion of fairness, with the Corporate Parenting Panel monitoring progress and officers reviewing the strategy in late 2027.
Recommendations Approved
East London Joint Waste Plan Submission
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th November, 2025 7.00 pm - November 12, 2025
...to submit the East London Joint Waste Plan Submission Plan and associated documents to the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government for independent public examination, and to delegate authority for minor updates and examination procedural matters.
Recommendations Approved
2026-2029 Medium Term Financial Strategy Update
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th November, 2025 7.00 pm - November 12, 2025
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Learning Disability Employment Charter
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th November, 2025 7.00 pm - November 12, 2025
...to support the employment of autistic people and people with learning disabilities, the Cabinet agreed to adopt the Havering Learning Disability Employment Charter and incorporate it into the Council's Human Resources recruitment and selection policy within the Disability Confident scheme, subject to addressing recommendations from the People Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee.
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Vulnerable Person Policy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th November, 2025 7.00 pm - November 12, 2025
...to approve the Vulnerable Person Policy for Council Tenants, which outlines Havering Housing Services' commitment to assisting vulnerable tenants in accessing services and sustaining their tenancies.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 48
Average per Month: 2.0
Decisions Recorded: 112