Darren Ingram

The Cabinet of Tower Hamlets decided to approve a revised procurement strategy for Capital Investment procurements on 18/02/2026. The decision includes appointing two contractors for Decent Homes works, two for Building Safety works, and four for other workstreams, all with initial four-year contracts extendable up to ten years, alongside a technical consultancy framework.

The Cabinet decided to approve the direct award of a contract to Enabled Living Healthcare for community equipment services for two years with an option for one further year. They also agreed to enter into a service level agreement with Newham Council for equipment stock via the Croydon IPH Framework for a concurrent two-plus-one-year period. The Cabinet noted the current business continuity response and the need to transition to business-as-usual arrangements with a new provider.

The Cabinet decided to approve the making, confirmation, and implementation of a Compulsory Purchase Order for Phase 1 of the Teviot Estate regeneration scheme. This decision was made on 18/02/2026. The decision also delegates authority to officers to take necessary steps for the order's implementation, including acquiring land, serving notices, and transferring acquired land to Poplar HARCA for nil consideration.

The Cabinet of Tower Hamlets Council approved the determination of admissions arrangements for community schools for the 2027/28 school year on 18/02/2026. The decision agreed the Local Authority Relevant Area, admission policies for nursery, primary, and secondary schools, coordinated admissions schemes, and planned admission numbers. The decision also noted the Equalities Impact Screening and specific equalities considerations, including the School Clothing Grant.

The Cabinet of Tower Hamlets Council approved the Anti-Social Behaviour Policy on 18 February 2026. The policy sets out the council's approach to addressing anti-social behaviour, including definitions, reporting procedures, and service standards. It includes plans for a new triage process for ASB case allocation and escalation.