Bernadette Lynch
Council: Havering
Committees:
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
56 meetings · Page 1 of 12
Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th March, 2026 7.00 pm
The Cabinet meeting of Havering Council on 11 March 2026 saw the approval of a new special educational needs school in Gidea Park, alongside significant investments in public health services and housing. Key decisions included the award of a £38.5 million contract for the construction of Balgores School, an increased investment of £29 million over seven years for the Healthy Child Programme, and a £9.1 million contract for Integrated Sexual and Reproductive Health Services. The Cabinet also approved a proposal to enter into a nominations agreement with Inspired Solutions for up to 600 build-to-rent properties, aiming to address housing need and reduce reliance on temporary accommodation.
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.
AD Adults Social Care, Appointments Sub Committee - Tuesday, 10th February, 2026 1.30 pm
The Appointments Sub Committee of Havering Council was scheduled to meet on Tuesday 10 February 2026. The primary item on the agenda was the appointment to the post of Assistant Director – Living & Ageing Well.
Director of Ageing Well, Appointments Sub Committee - Tuesday, 10th February, 2026 9.00 am
The Appointments Sub Committee of Havering Council was scheduled to meet on Tuesday 10 February 2026. The primary item on the agenda was the appointment to the post of Director of Ageing Well. The meeting was also scheduled to include procedural items such as the Chair's announcement and apologies for absence.
Decisions from Meetings
133 decisions · Page 21 of 27
Tenancy Policy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025 7.00 pm - January 22, 2025
...to approve the implementation of the new Housing Services – Tenancy policy.
Recommendations Approved
Access to Homes Policy (2025)
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025 7.00 pm - January 22, 2025
...to approve the Access to Homes Policy (2025) in order to align housing customer standards with corporate values.
Recommendations Approved
Future Management of Brittons 3G Pitch
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th December, 2024 7.00 pm - December 11, 2024
...to authorise the Head of Leisure and Culture to pursue funding, planning permission, and development of a football hub at Brittons Playing Fields, including additional 3G pitches and facilities, subject to securing sufficient funding and reporting back to the Cabinet if necessary.
Recommendations Approved
Highway Maintenance Plan Policy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th December, 2024 7.00 pm - December 11, 2024
...to adopt the Highways Maintenance Plan Policy.
Recommendations Approved
Communications Strategy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th December, 2024 7.00 pm - December 11, 2024
...to agree the Council's Communications Strategy for 2025-26, which aims to improve communication with residents, businesses, and stakeholders, focusing on key issues like cost of living, community safety, and council finances, while also enhancing the council's profile regionally and nationally.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 56
Average per Month: 2.2
Decisions Recorded: 133