Councillor Ben Mackmurdie
Email: Ben.Mackmurdie@islington.gov.uk
Council: Islington
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
56 meetings · Page 1 of 12
Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 2nd February, 2026 7.30 pm
The Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to discuss the draft Asset Management Strategy for 2026/27 to 2030/31, a national plan to end homelessness, and performance monitoring for the Housing Operations service. The committee will also review draft recommendations from its 12-month strategic review into homelessness.
Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 6th January, 2026 7.30 pm
The Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee of Islington Council met on 6 January 2026 to discuss a range of housing-related issues. Key topics included an update on the tenancy audits programme, a consultation with families experiencing homelessness, the Q2 housing performance report, and an update on the council's stock condition survey. The committee also reviewed its work programme for the upcoming months.
Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 18th December, 2025 7.30 pm
The Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee met to discuss a range of housing-related topics, including a review of the Independent Housing Intensive Support (IHIS) service, the Housing Allocation Scheme, and Tenant Management Organisations (TMOs). The committee also received updates on asbestos management, complaints handling, and progress on the You Said, We Did
initiative. The committee agreed to note the work programme for 2025/2026.
Council - Thursday, 4th December, 2025 7.30 pm
The Islington Council meeting of 4 December 2025 included discussion of the council tax support scheme, a review of the constitution, and a new gambling policy. Councillors were also scheduled to discuss support for children, local government funding, and renter's rights. In addition to these items, the council was expected to discuss questions raised by members of the public and the youth council.
Freedom of the Borough, Council - Thursday, 4th December, 2025 7.00 pm
In a special meeting, Islington Council awarded David John Dade the Freedom of the Borough in recognition of his extensive voluntary work with the Islington Poppy Appeal. Councillors praised Dade's dedication to veterans and the community, highlighting his fundraising efforts and support for those in need. The motion was moved by Councillor Una O'Halloran, Leader of the Council, seconded by Councillor Santiago Bell-Bradford (Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Inclusive Economy, Culture & Jobs), and passed unanimously.
Decisions from Meetings
5 decisions
Contract award for general build repairs and maintenance works 1030542
From: Planning Sub Committee B - Monday, 7th July, 2025 7.30 pm - July 07, 2025
...to approve the award of new contracts for general build repairs and maintenance works to Herts Heritage Building and Roofing Ltd, JOS Property Services Ltd, Komfort Services, and Polyteck Building Services Ltd, each for a maximum term of 48 months and an estimated total value of £4,600,000 (excluding VAT).
Recommendations Approved
Procurement and contract award for the supply of diesel fuel for Council fleet vehicles 1030424
From: Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 12th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 12, 2025
...to award a 24-month contract to Certas Energy Limited for the supply of diesel fuel for the Council's fleet vehicles, pursuant to the Crown Commercial Services Liquid Fuels 3 framework.
Recommendations Approved
Stacey Street Somewhere Safe to Stay Hub - extension of contract 1030022
From: Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 12th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 12, 2025
...to accept additional funding from the Greater London Authority and extend the contract with Single Homeless Project to continue providing support services at the Stacey Street Somewhere Safe to Stay Hub until March 31, 2026.
Recommendations Approved
Recordable decision - Contract extension for support for rough sleepers
From: Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 12th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 12, 2025
...to extend the contract with Via Community Ltd for drug and alcohol support for rough sleepers for 12 months at a value of £378,185.89.
Recommendations Approved
Recordable decision taken by Director of Housing Operations - contract variation for Assessment & Reconnection Team
From: Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee - Monday, 12th May, 2025 7.30 pm - May 12, 2025
...to extend the contract for the Assessment & Reconnection Team, which supports people with a recent history of rough sleeping, for a 12-month period.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 56
Average per Month: 2.2
Decisions Recorded: 5